March "Parking" Madness
COLUMBIA S.C. (WOLO)- With all of the traffic headed to the Midlands for March Madness this weekend, it's going to be a lot harder to find a parking space. There are ways to help make commuting a lot…
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Tyson recalls chicken strips for possible contamination
COLUMBIA S.C. (WOLO)- Tyson Foods, Inc is issuing a recall for 69,093 pounds of its frozen ready-to-eat chicken strips due to possible contamination, that's according to the United States Department of Agriculture. The USDA…
Dollar General children's cough syrup recalled
COLUMBIA S.C. (WOLO)- A Dollar General brand medicine is issuing a recall for it's children's "Cough Syrup plus Mucus" due to bacteria contamination,that's according to the Food and Drug Administration. The cough syrup is…
Five Points fountain goes blue to raise awareness about colon cancer
The Lexington Medical Center Foundation turned the fountain blue in Columbia's Five Points neighborhood.
Lexington Medical Center new patient tower open with new and improved features
After nearly three years under construction, the Lexington Medical Center's patient care tower is finally open.
Two cars in a road-rage feud end up hitting each other in the Sheriff's Department parking lot
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - One woman was arrested after a road-rage incident Wednesday (3/20) that ended in the Sheriff's Department parking lot. Richland County deputies say they came outside around 8:50 a.m. to find two cars circling the parking lot…
Colonial Life Arena clear bag policy in full effect, what is and isn't allowed
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - If you are not familiar with Colonial Life Arena its important to note what is and is not allowed in the facility.
Developing: Forest Acres Bank Robbery Suspect now in Midlands Jail
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)---Forest Acres Police say a bank robbery suspect, captured in Florida, has been returned to the Midlands and is now in Jail. Forest Acres Police Chief Gene Sealy says 29 year old Samuel Neathery was delivered to the…
Staley setting tone as Gamecocks move past SEC, on to NCAA Tourney
The Gamecocks will have been away from the court for two weeks when they tip off against Belmont Friday in their NCAA Tournament opener. The long layoff is result of a one-and-done showing at the SEC Tournament earlier this month in Greenville.
Columbia encourages residents to unplug for Earth Hour
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- Join millions of cities from across the world that are taking part in an effort to increase energy by observing Earth Hour. March 30th, from 8:30PM-9:30pM people are asked to turn off all non essential lights…
Lexington suspect wanted for opening account at Target with stolen id
Lexington Police need your help to find a suspect accused of identity theft by shopping at Target and opening an account with a stolen id.
Hearing impaired man identified as victim of fatal pedestrian vs train collision on Lois Lane and Chapel Road
Lexington County deputies say a pedestrian was killed this morning after being struck by a train and it's under investigation.
Man wanted for stealing guns and tools from Swansea home
Lexington County deputies need your help to find a suspect accused of robbing from a home in Swansea on March 18.
Enjoy March Madness for free at Fan Fest
No ticket for the NCCA Tournament games? No problem. A family friendly event is providing the March Madness experience for free in the soda city.
Bill to lure Carolina Panthers HQ to SC advances
The bill to lure the Carolina Panthers to move its headquarters and practice facility to South Carolina remains on its fast track through legislature.
Richland County deputies arrest one of two brothers accused in connection to shots fired call
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - The Richland County Sheriff's Department has arrested one of two brothers in connection with a shots fired call at the 100 block of Manorwood Court on March 10. Kamron Gibson Brown, 20, was apprehended on…
Presidential hopeful O'Rourke has sights set on Columbia
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- Fresh off of raising more than 6 million dollars in one day, one of the rising stars of the Democratic party will be in Columbia Friday March 22, 2019.…
Lexington District One moves ahead with relocation plans
[gtxvideo vid='QNRJOX0u' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/QNRJOX0u.jpg' vtitle='Lex1SchoolReloc'] LEXINGTON, S.C. (WOLO) - Lexington School District One is moving ahead with its plan to move Lexington Middle School. At its school board meeting last night the board voted to acquire four piece of land that…
Governor calls SC a top sporting event hot spot
[gtxvideo vid='w4fbIdR4' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/w4fbIdR4.jpg' vtitle='SC SPORT EVENT HOTSPOT'] Columbia, SC (WOLO) ---The Columbia visitors bureau says the NCAA tournament is expected to bring more than 25 thousand people to the Midlands. ABC Columbia news had a chance to catch up with…
$550 million up for grabs tonight in Powerball lottery
If you are feeling lucky, today is the day to get your lottery ticket!
Study: Columbia ranks 14th as one of the fattest cities in America
According to a study released by Wallethub, the Captiol City is the 14th fattest in the country.
37k in attendance for the 2019 St. Patrick's Day festival in Five Points
The Five Points Association released attendance numbers from this year's Saint Patrick's Day festival.
Senate Leader: Let SC gov sell state-owned utility
The leader of the South Carolina Senate says the governor should be able to negotiate the sale of a state-owned utility.
Mallard apartments owner in court months after residents forced to evacuate
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Capital City Hoop & Music Festival just in time for tourney fans
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- This weekend thousands of basketball fans will be in town for the NCAA tournament, and they'll be able to enjoy a variety of musical acts while they are out and about as well. More than a…
