Five Points goes green to kick of St. Patrick's Day
The annual tradition is back! Five Points is getting ready for their St, Patrick's Day festival and start with dying the fountain in the entertainment district green.
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First nationally sponsored NAACP event held in SC since organization's boycott over Confederate flag
[gtxvideo vid='p5vJegTg' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/p5vJegTg.jpg' vtitle='NAACP TRAINING'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - For the first time in nearly 20 years the NAACP is holding regional training in South Carolina. In 2000, the civil rights organization boycotted the state while the Confederate flag flew…
Mayor Steve Benjamin, Council members excited for new CHA Commissioners
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- There are four new board members on the CHA Board of Commissioners. The Columbia city council announced the four new board members at their meeting. The council had nearly…
School attendance down following rumored social media threats
The Orangebur County Sheriff's Office is asking parents and students alike to ignore threats of an attack following a February shooting.
Local Weather Science Officer talks SC Tornadoes: Which months are more common
[gtxvideo vid='ver4VEhc' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/ver4VEhc.jpg' vtitle='Local Weather Science Officer talks Tornado season'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- In the wake of Sunday night's severe weather, which included 3 confirmed tornadoes, the National Weather service is talking the impact of tornado season in South Carolina.…
Richland County offers free Shred Days event
Get rid of your personal and private documents during a Richland County shredding event.
Lexington County EMS worker charged with assaulting a child
Lexington County deputies say a Lexington EMS worker has been charged with assaulting a child he was attempting to restrain while on duty.
Group launches study to examine if gaming, gambling could deliver new revenue stream to SC
Two former State officials want to find out if legalized gambling would be good for South Carolina.
Lexington Sheriff's Department need help identifying man
Lexington, SC (WOLO) --- Do you recognize this man? Take a good look at this image from a store surveillance camera. The Lexington County Sheriff's Department is hoping you can help…
Residents recovering after EF-1 tornado tears through Midlands
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- The National Weather Service confirmed an EF-1 tornado ripped through Columbia last night leaving behind devastation. On Monday people who live on Saluda River Road started salvaging what was left of their homes. "It got dark for 5…
Deputies seek men in drive-by shooting that injured baby
Authorities say a baby has been injured in an apparent drive-by shooting in South Carolina.
Multiple tornadoes cause damage across the Midlands
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- The National Weather Service has confirmed three tornado touchdowns here in the Midlands area spreading from Elgin all the way up in Lexington County. The National Weather Service had three…
Deputies: Ongoing search for armed suspect accused of robbing Family Dollar on Leesburg Road
Columbia Police Department officers are releasing surveillance pictures of an armed robbery suspect to aid in his identification and whereabouts.
Lawmakers, police officials push tougher gun possession bill
State law enforcement leaders say the state needs to do more to keep guns out of the hands of convicted criminals.
Single 1.5 Billion Mega Millions winner comes forward to claim prize
After months of speculation, the winner of the biggest single Mega Millions Payout in U.S. History comes forward to claim their 1.3 billion dollar prize.
EngenuitySC hosts Dress to Impress fashion show
Students get to take part in a fashion show that gives them all of the tips they need to dress for success.
Law enforment leaders discuss firearms bill
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Teacher assistant accused of choking student at Brookland-Cayce HS
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How you can help storm victims in the Southeast
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Columbia Fire cleaning up storm damage off Gracern Road
Columbia Fire Department is cleaning up the streets off Gracern Road this morning after a severe storm on Sunday.
Tornado Safety Tips
COLUMBIA S.C (WOLO)- The Midlands were struck with a surprise Sunday evening when sighting of tornado's and heavy storms hit the area. Would you know what to do if a tornado crossed your path? If not, here are a few…
One lane is open on I-95 near mile marker 88 after a trailer overturned
Highway Patrol says I-95 south bound near mile marker 88 and I-26 west bound is shut down this morning from an overturned trailer.
Meteorologist Brian Basham explains what's next after storm hits Midlands
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Downed trees, power lines reported throughout Midlands
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--Powerful storms and possible tornadoes blew through the Midlands early Sunday night. Agencies across Richland and Lexington Counties reported trees and power lines down. Columbia police reported downed trees and blocked…
More than 8000 without power across South Carolina during severe weather
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-Severe weather storms and possible tornadoes have caused thousands of people in the Palmetto state to be without power Sunday night. The South Carolina Emergency Management Division has reported 8,270 power outages statewide. https://twitter.com/SCEMD/status/1102367597696303105 Thousands of those outages…
