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New film to air at Nickelodeon Theater tackles mental illness

Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- A screening of a new movie hopes to bring attention to mental health. According to organizers it will also give those in attendance the resources they need…

Former Solicitor Dan Johnson pleads guilty to spending taxpayers money for trips and hotels

[gtxvideo vid='TJwa0loX' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/TJwa0loX.jpg' vtitle='dan johnson pkg'] COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO) - Former fifth circuit solicitor Dan Johnson could be facing jail time after pleading guilty to wire fraud. Johnson admitted to spending more than $44,000 of taxpayers money for personal expenses. "We…

Salvation Army cuts the ribbon on new playground

The Salvation Army never stops giving

Fmr. Solicitor Dan Johnson pleads guilty to wire fraud

The former Fifth Circuit Solicitor Dan Johnson walked into the federal courthouse on Tuesday to plead guilty, to just one charge.

1 person killed in shooting at apartment complex near Two Notch

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - Columbia Police are investigating a deadly shooting on Carnegie Street Tuesday (2/26) night. It happened at the Arrington Place apartments Tuesday evening. Witnesses told police a verbal…

Project Lifesaver helps bring loved ones back home

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- More than 16 agencies in South Carolina are helping bring loved ones home. They are a part of Project LifeSaver which is an international program that has helped more…

USC Law School dedicates new courtyard to former law school alumnus, philanthropist

The Governor and Lieutenant Governor were on hand at University of South Carolina Law School Tuesday afternoon for the dedication of a new courtyard.

Kershaw County deputies searching for missing 16 year old girl

Kershaw County deputies are searching for a missing 16-year old female from Kershaw.

Aiken County business owner arrested, accused of evading over $100k in sales tax

An Aiken County business owner was arrested by South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR) agents after evading his ales taxes.

Richland County to hold meeting on proposed Lower Richland Blvd widening

Columbia, S.C (WOLO)-- Richland County residents interested in the proposed widening of Lower Richland Boulevard will have a chance to get information at a meeting. Richland County officials are holding an open-house format, to include informational displays. According to officials, residents…

Harvest Hope announces first female board chair

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- Tuesday Harvest Hope announced it has elected its first female board chair. The food bank announced that Bank of America Assistant Vice President Erinn Rowe will take over the position. Harvest Hope began its mission back in…

Deputies searching for missing man

Richland Co., S.C. (WOLO)--Richland Co. Deputies are searching for a missing man. Investigators say Alex Williams, 43, was last seen at his care facility on Hardscrabble Rd. on the night of February 23rd. He is 5'5" and weighs approximately 175…

Dominion Energy to host Q&A session for Customers

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Dominion Energy has announced it will host a community wide event in Columbia to answer questions related to the merger with SCE&G. According to Dominion officials, customers can speak directly with Dominion Energy representatives and…

Dabo Swinney addresses state lawmakers

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- State lawmakers had a special visitor Tuesday afternoon. Clemson Head Football Coach Dabo Swinney addressed a joint session of the house and senate. The legislature recognized Clemson's second national championship…

Residents report strange odor in NE Richland Co.

Richland Co., S.C. (WOLO)-- Some folks in Northeast Richland County awoke to a strange odor Tuesday morning. The Columbia Fire Department says they received several calls. A spokesperson for the department says with the wind blowing the way it was…

Teen charged with attempted murder in stabbing incident, victim in critical condition

Richland Co. Sheriff Leon Lott says a 15 year old detained following a stabbing incident Monday at AC Flora High School is charged with attempted murder.

Third burglary suspect connected to a police chase in Newberry is arrested

Newberry County deputies say the third burglary suspect involved in a police chase last week has been arrested.

Former USC student missing, following boat crash in Beaufort

Beaufort S.C. (WOLO)- A former student at the University of South Carolina, has been reported missing following a boat wreck early Sunday morning. National Center For…

City of Columbia partners with AARP for 'Frauds and Scams' workshop for seniors

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Are you interested in protecting your private information from identity thieves? The Columbia Parks & Recreation Department is partnering with AARP for a series of free workshops on topics including frauds and scams, financial literacy and more. The…

Community meeting on Education Reform Bill

The Education Reform Bill is quickly making its way through House Education committee.

Housing crisis continue in Columbia, displaced residents struggling to find new homes

[gtxvideo vid='YjA2fSbf' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/YjA2fSbf.jpg' vtitle='CHA Troubles'] COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)-Amid mounting concerns of neglect, the Columbia housing authority responds to those questions. As still more than half of the people forced from their homes after a deadly gas leak still don't have a…