Richland County approves to reviving "Richland Renaissance" project
The Richland Renaissance Project is back on, albeit in a scaled back form.
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Controversy surrounds 5th grade field trip to a cotton field
[gtxvideo vid='LrNgY97j' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/LrNgY97j.jpg' vtitle='Field Trip Controversy'] ROCK HILL, SC (WOLO, WSOC) - There's controversy surrounding an annual 5th grade field trip to a cotton field because some say it's insensitive to the history of slavery. For the past 15 years,…
Update: RCSD says 15 year old being held in connection to stabbing at A.C. Flora HS
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Richland County Deputies say they are investigating a stabbing incident at A.C. Flora High School. According to deputies, they responded to the incident at the school, around Noon, involving a student that was injured. Deputies say two female…
Fort Jackson Police look for suspects accused in attempted child abduction
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- The Fort Jackson Police need help locating suspects they say are accused of attempting to abduct a child while on the military base. According to an alert posted on the military installations Facebook page on Saturday,…
Richland County deputies arrest man connected to shooting two men on Longcreek Drive
Richland County deputies have made an arrest in the Longcreek Drive shooting that occurred February 21.
Richland Deputies search for suspect accused of breaking into three churches in less than a week
Richland County Deputies are searching for a man they believe broke into three area churches within the period of a week.
Columbia man sentenced to 21 months for dog fighting and gun possession
The US Attorney office announced the sentencing of a Columbia man who pled guilty to dog fighting and gun possession.
Prices at the Pump on steep climb in Carolinas, says AAA
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Do you feel like you are paying more at the pump? According to AAA, gas prices are on the rise in the Carolinas and across the country. South Carolina’s $2.15 average is 11 cents higher than last…
Fomer SC Prosecutor to enter guilty plea
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _By Meg Kinnard A former South Carolina prosecutor facing dozens of federal charges related to the misspending of public funds is set to enter a guilty plea. Federal prosecutors say Dan Johnson is slated to plead guilty…
Basketball Players 'Hoop it Up' for displaced Allen Benedict residents
[gtxvideo vid='ERfiozFp' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/ERfiozFp.jpg' vtitle='Basketball Players 'Hoop it Up' for displaced Allen Benedict'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Some players were hooping it up for good cause over the weekend. These folks hit the hardwood to help the displaced Allen Benedict residents. Friendship Baptist…
Harambee Festival draws big crowds to Benedict College
[gtxvideo vid='FdyYiBNU' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/FdyYiBNU.jpg' vtitle='Harambee Festival draws big crowds to Benedict College'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Black History month came alive over the weekend at the Harambee Festival at Benedict College. The annual celebration of African-American culture featured plenty of food, music and…
RCSD investigating incident at A.C. Flora HS that injured student
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- A fight at AC Flora High School sends a 17-year-old to the hospital with serious injuries and now a 15-year-old girl is facing charges. Deputies are still trying to figure out what…
Empowerment workshop teaches seniors signs of fraud and scams
Columbia Parks and Rec and AARP are teaming up to keep area Seniors safe from those who prey on vulnerable adults through scams and fraud.
Gervais Street Bridge and Meeting Street back open after river rescue call
West Columbia Police say drivers need to avoid the Gervais Street Bridge and Meeting Street area due to a river rescue.
COMET invites public to listening sessions for transit system
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Do you ride The COMET? Officials are hosting a series of listening sessions for the public. According to COMET officials, the sessions allow input on future plans and recommendations for transit system improvement. Participants are asked to…
Woman charged with felony DUI after striking, killing pedestrian in Sumter
Highway Patrol says one woman is charged with felony DUI after hitting and killing a pedestrian Saturday, February 23.
Sean Brock's appearance on Netflix show 'Chef's Table' features Lowcountry cooking
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9wKIOTJtLdQ&feature=youtu.be CHARLESTON, S.C.(WCIV) — On Friday, Sean Brock’s episode of Chef's Tablepremiered on Netflix. Brock is the founding chef and culinary advisor at Husk in downtown Charleston. The James Beard Award-winner previously led the kitchens at Minero, McCrady’s, and McCrady’s Tavern. Although…
The Oscars on ABC Columbia!
ABC- HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA -- Get ready for the Oscars, we've rolled out the red carpet here on ABC Columbia. The Red Carpet has also been rolled out in LA and hollywood's biggest stars are ready for the Academy Awards. You…
Black History Heritage Ball hosted by City of Columbia
[gtxvideo vid='D2GDmVXL' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/D2GDmVXL.jpg' vtitle='Black History Heritage Ball hosted by City of Columbia'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- You can celebrate Black History month at the annual Heritage Ball. The event, sponsored by the City of Columbia will take place at Greenview Park Sunday,…
Ride the COMET: Officials to host public input sessions
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The COMET is hosting a series of listening sessions for the public. According to COMET officials, the sessions allow input on future plans and recommendations for transit system improvement. Participants are asked to come and share their…
AAA: Gas prices are on the rise in the Carolinas
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Do you feel like you are paying more at the pump? According to AAA, gas prices are on the rise in the Carolinas and across the country. South Carolina’s $2.12 average is 12 cents higher on the…
Suspected Forest Acres Bank robber captured in Florida
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--- A man suspected of robbing a Forest Acres Bank, on the run for nearly two weeks, has been captured. 29 year old Samuel Neathery is in a Florida County jail, according to online records and a mugshot…
The Midlands gets set for Oscar Night! Winner predictions
[gtxvideo vid='ZuX8Owqg' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/ZuX8Owqg.jpg' vtitle='The Midlands gets set for Oscar Night'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Sunday is Hollywood's biggest night as the 91st Academy Awards takes place here on ABC Columbia. But the road to the Oscar's is always riddled with controversy and…
Ready for more Hootie and the Blowfish? Third concert added for Colonial Life Arena
[gtxvideo vid='bGRkqab9' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/bGRkqab9.jpg' vtitle='Ready for more Hootie and the Blowfish?'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Hootie fans, if you didn't get tickets to the upcoming 'Group Therapy Tour, you have another chance. Due to high demand, Hootie & The Blowfish announced they're adding…
Sumter Coroner Identifies victim in Saturday crash
SUMTER, SC (WOLO)-- The Sumter County coroner has identified the victim of an early morning accident. According to the coroner, 42 year old Marvin Capers died at Prisma Health Richland from injuries he sustained in a single car accident around…
