Roads closed for annual King Day march and rally
COLUMBIA S.C. (WOLO)- If the downtown area is a part of your morning commute, you'll have to reroute for King Day traffic. The annual King Day march and rally will be…
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Annual King Day at the Dome
If you are looking for somewhere to go to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Junior, why not take the family out to the annual King Day at the Dome.
Garbage collection schedule during MLK national holiday
The City of Columbia Solid Waste officials released a schedule for all recycling, garbage and yard waste pickup during MLK day.
Elizabeth Warren planning 1st trip to South Carolina
Massachusetts Sen. Elizabeth Warren is making her first trip to early voting South Carolina since launching her exploratory bid for a possible 2020 presidential run. Warren's organization tells The Associated Press on Sunday that she is planning to visit Columbia on Wednesday…
Victim identified in Columbia apartment shooting
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- Richland County Coroner Gary Watts has released the identity of a man who died after a shooting incident Saturday morning. Darren D. Calhoun,29, died at Palmetto Health Richland Memorial Hospital from a gunshot wound to the upper body, according to…
Staley trying to set up meeting with Missouri before first game since altercation
Before facing Missouri for the first time since their on-court scuffle last season, Dawn Staley and Tyasha Harris spoke about the No. 15 Gamecocks' mentality heading into their Monday matchup with the Tigers.
Man arrested in domestic-related fatal shooting in Columbia
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- Columbia police have arrested a man in connection to a deadly domestic-related shooting. Roderick Cornelius, 33, has been charged with Murder, Possession of a Weapon during the Commission of a Violent Crime & Possession of a Firearm by…
Lunar Eclipse Sunday: what you need to know
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) -- A lunar eclipse will take place Sunday night. ABC Columbia Chief Meteorologist, John Farley, explains what you need to know. The Lunar Eclipse starts at 10:34 pm. It will be total from 11:41 pm to 12:43…
Pig dropped off Lexington Animal Control
Lexington Co., S.C. (WOLO)-- Lexington County deputies are hoping you recognize this missing porker. Investigators say someone left a pig in the parking lot of Lexington County Animal Services. If you recognize this swine…
Bernie Sanders coming to Columbia
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- King Day at the Dome typically draws presidential candidates and this year is no exception. We already knew New Jersey Sen. Corey Booker would take place. Saturday a spokesperson…
Columbia Police investigating fatal shooting
Columbia, S.C., (WOLO)-- Columbia police began Saturday investigating a fatal shooting. Investigators say they responded to North Pointe Estates on Ripplemeyer Ave. around 10am Saturday in response to a domestic related shooting. Police say…
RCSD investigating armed robbery
Richland Co., S.C. (WOLO)--Richland County deputies say they responded to a report of an armed robbery on Zimalcrest Dr. Saturday afternoon . Deputies were at the Grove apartments investigating. No reports of any injuries or details surrounding the incident. ABC…
Mayor Benjamin to deliver State of City address
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin has announced his plans to deliver the State of the City address. The Mayor will outline his plans for the new year in the address on January 29, 2019. WHO: Mayor Steve Benjamin,…
Last weekend to skate by the Columbia holiday ice rink
You only have a few days left to enjoy the Holiday Ice rink. Click here to find out when you can enjoy a few lapse before the rink shuts down until next year.
Get your crime fighting on! Batman, Superman invade Columbia
script src="https://cdn.jwplayer.com/players/4DmWzRSi-XSbotlye.js"></script> COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- From Batman to The Hulk, Super Heroes are invading Columbia. The Hall of Heroes BlockBuster Exhibit opens Sat., Jan. 19th at the South Carolina State Museum. ABC Columbia's Curtis Wilson spoke with Jared Glover from…
New jobs coming to Richland County
COLUMBIA, S.C (WOLO)-- 25 new jobs are coming to Richland County. The Governor's office says a manufacturing facility is locating to Richland County, creating the new jobs. According to a release, Miwon Specialty Chemical Co. USA, a manufacturer of raw materials…
Arts and Draughts kicks weekend off with creative party
[gtxvideo vid='c8JxhuOJ' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/c8JxhuOJ.jpg' vtitle='ARTS AND DRAUGHTS'] Columbia, SC (WOLO) ---The Columbia Museum of Art started its weekend with Columbia's most creative party. Arts and Draughts gives attendees the opportunity to create their own art projects, hear live music and check…
Hammond School unveils renovated state of the art sport facility
[gtxvideo vid='khpgYSVr' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/khpgYSVr.jpg' vtitle='HAMMOND SCHOOL'] Columbia, SC (WOLO) ---The Hammond school officially opened it's newly renovated arts and athletics facility tonight. The new state of the art facility aims to give it's students who choose to pursue sports or participate…
There were seven calls in 2018 about gas leaks, odors at housing apartments where two people just died
[gtxvideo vid='krhbcEd6' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/krhbcEd6.jpg' vtitle='PAST COMPLAINTS'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - City officials met with the news media Friday (1/18) about the evacuation of the Allen Benedict Court Apartments. Critical insight was shared along with confirmation of what some of the people…
New details released in deaths of transport van drowning victims
New details have been released giving more specifics on the timeline of events in the deaths of two woman who drowned in a Horry County transport van.
South Carolina Department of Corrections staffer arrested on forgery charges
A South Carolina Department of Corrections staffer was arrested by Richland County Sheriff's Department on Monday for charges of forgery and false pretenses.
Deputies seeking public's help of a armed robbery at Dollar General
Richland County Sheriff's Department is seeking help from the public in identifying two armed men who robbed Family Dollar.
City officials address evacuation and deaths at Allen Benedict Court Apartments
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO): The Fire and Police departments made the decision to evacuate everyone from the Allen Benedict Apartments until further notice because of gas leak concerns. Many residents were unsure of where exactly…
Mayor Benjamin: "This property should be closed"
Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin said the third oldest public housing property in the nation is temporarily closed due to the presence of carbon monoxide.
Harden Street back open after possible gas leak at Allen Benedict Court
Columbia Fire Dept. says Harden St. is back open after a possible gas leak at Allen Benedict Court apartment complex.
