Dorian's Path and Preparations
MIAMI (AP) - President Donald Trump has declared an emergency in the state of Florida as it braces for the brunt of Hurricane Dorian. In issuing the emergency declaration, Trump has ordered federal…
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Gamecocks implode in Charlotte, fall to UNC, 24-20
True freshman quarterback Sam Howell threw for 245 yards and two touchdowns, Myles Wolfork had two late fourth quarter interceptions and North Carolina battled back to beat South Carolina 24-20 on Saturday in Mack Brown's return to the sideline following a five-year hiatus.
Gamecock Saturday Night Kicks off on ABC Columbia
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- College football season is here and ABC Columbia is your place to follow all the action. Gamecock Saturday Night, ABC Columbia‘s college football show, airs tonight after College Football on ABC. Mike Gillespie and Cameron Gaskins will…
SC Governor declares State of emergency ahead of Dorian
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster has declared a state of emergency ahead of Hurricane Dorian. According to the Governor's office, Governor Henry McMaster today issued an executive order declaring a state of emergency and urges South Carolinians to prepare…
Tracking Dorian: Safety tips from SCEMD
As Hurricane Dorian moves closer to the East Coast, officials with the South Carolina Emergency Management Division (SCEMD) say it’s not too late to get prepared in case a future storm comes this way.
It's game day! Gamecocks unveil jerseys for Season Opener
It's Game Day! The University of South Carolina's season opener is in Charlotte at 3:30pm.
Lexington man charged for carrying a gun on a Midlands school campus, deputies say
The Lexington Sheriff's Department has arrested a man and his acquaintance were seen driving on a Midlands school campus after being observed in possession of a shotgun.
Update: Deputies say missing teen in Sumter County is found safe
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office officials say a missing 16-year-old girl Janya Bradley has been found safe.
Midlands businesses prepared to welcome people escaping Dorian with open arms
As Hurricane Dorian moves closer to the East Coast, more people are expected to come from coastal communities to the Midlands.
Meals on Wheels distributes emergency meals to Midlands seniors ahead of potential Dorian impacts
On any given Monday through Friday, Meals on Wheels delivers 350 meals to seniors in the Midlands. But in case disaster strikes, the group delivers emergency meals to make sure those seniors will have food.
RCSD: Man involved in double homicide at McCary's Bar and Grill arrested
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says the suspect involved in the double homicide at McCary's Bar and Grill was arrested.
Father of slain teenager makes plea for help
The father of a 15-year-old teen who was shot and killed earlier this month is making a heartfelt plea to the public to assist the Columbia Police Department with the case.
For the Health of It: If the word is GERD, what is the word?
https://youtu.be/nw06wFGOE2M COLUMBIA SC (WOLO) Gastroesophageal Reflux Disorder, also known as acid reflux, is very prevalent in western society as up to 30% of the U.S. population is suffering from this condition. The symptoms of GERD are heartburn, burning in the…
Woman goes to store to quench thirst walks out with 250k
Columbia,SC (WOLO)--- SC Education Lottery always says you can't win if you don't play, this case a woman did just that unintentionally. Lottery officials say a Bowman woman bought a soda and a…
RCSD arrest man accused of stealing items for sale on social media sites
Richland Co, SC (WOLO) --- The Richland County Sheriff's Department has arrested a man they believe is connected to multiple robberies. Terry Johnson Junior is charged with five counts of Grand Larceny after…
Democratic presidential candidate Castro campaigns in SC
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- Democratic candidate Julian Castro was in town Thursday afternoon. The former director of the department of housing and urban development met with members of the south Carolina democratic black caucus…
Dorn VA unveils simulator center to help train UofSC medical students
Columbia, SC (WOLO) ---University of South Carolina medical school students and veterans affairs employees just got a massive upgrade. Thursday afternoon the Dorn VA Medical Center unveiled it's new simulation center. The simulation…
Deputies: Man charged after sending 14-year-old girl inappropriate messages on Facebook
A Lexington County man was charged with disseminating obscene material to a 14-year-old, according to the Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office.
SCEMD: It's never too early to prepare for hurricane season
As Hurricane Dorian moves closer to the East Coast, officials with the South Carolina Emergency Management Division (SCEMD) say it’s not too late to get prepared in case a future storm comes this way.
U.S. Both Army General and Medal of Honor recipient meet with Fort Jackson graduating soldiers
After completing 10 weeks of basic training, about 1,300 soldiers have now officially graduated from Fort Jackson. For the first time, graduates heard from recently appointed U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Commander Gen. Paul Funk.
Lexington investigates a middle school student accused of threatening to 'shoot up the school '
LEXINGTON, S.C. – The Lexington school district tells ABC Columbia News today an Irmo Middle School student is under investigation after school officials say a teacher reported hearing a student make threats during a fire drill. According to Detectives working…
Pop up grocery store helps the Midland's hungry
Columbia,SC (WOLO)--- Now that the Save-A-Lot grocery on Harden Street in the Edgewood Neighborhood closed its doors, some say it has made an already dire situation worse when it come being able to access food in that community's of Columbia,…
Richland County officials discuss suicide rates and what you can do to help others
Richland County Coroner's Office is talking about recent suicide rates and what can be done to help those in need.
Two residents shot at apartment complex in Cayce
Cayce Department of Public Safety officials say two people were shot at an apartment complex early this morning.
Lexington Police search for people accused of stealing a trailer
Lexington Police say they're searching for multiple suspects in a recent trailer theft at an Augusta Road business.
