Lexington hosts 2019 State of the Town address
The town of Lexington hosts their 2019 State of the Town address. Click here to find out what changes are coming in the new year.
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Update on Allen Benedict Court investigation
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- A deadly gas leak at Allen Benedict Court has prompted Columbia Fire officials to inspect every property owned by Columbia housing. "Keep in mind that we don't normally inspect housing…
BREAKING: Richland County deputies reporting a double shooting on Clarion Road
On Monday, February 4, 2019 around 8:30 p.m., deputies from the Richland County Sheriff’s Department received a call for a welfare check at the 200 block of Clarion Road.
Richland County deputies search for suspect in Exxon gas station robbery
The Richland County Sheriff’s Department is requesting the community’s assistance in identifying a suspect wanted for Armed Robbery.
SC doctor riding for research in honor of World Cancer Day
Today is World Cancer Day and one South Carolina doctor is riding for research.
Gas prices drop down to 3 cents in Columbia, still below national average
COLUMBIA, S.C (WOLO) - Gas prices have dropped this week to nearly three cents.
Deputies: Suspect wanted for armed robbery at Little Caesars
The Richland County Sheriff’s Department is requesting the community’s assistance in identifying a suspect wanted for Armed Robbery.
South Carolina lawmaker offers bills for assault survivors
A South Carolina lawmaker says she hopes legislation she's introduced will close loopholes in the state's laws that hinder prosecution of sexual assault crimes.
Army Generals at Fort Jackson host students for leader development
[gtxvideo vid='IAhheg18' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/IAhheg18.jpg' vtitle='Army Generals at Fort Jackson host leader development'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Army Generals hosted leader development at Fort Jackson on Friday. College students from across the state had a unique classroom at Fort Jackson. During the event, Army…
Midlands group offering Free HIV testing Tuesday
[gtxvideo vid='iCA7TmvX' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/iCA7TmvX.jpg' vtitle='PALSS offering Free HIV testing'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- A local organization is offering free HIV testing Tuesday. "Palmetto Aids Life Support Services" is offering free and confidential rapid h-i-v testing and s-t-i screenings. testing is happening between 10…
Troopers: Sumter woman struck and killed
[gtxvideo vid='lOn8k0R3' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/lOn8k0R3.jpg' vtitle='Troopers: Sumter woman struck and killed'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Troopers are investigating after a pedestrian was hit and killed over the weekend. Officials say it happened in Sumter County. According to Highway Patrol, just after 6 p-m, Saturday,…
Developing: Columbia City officials to update Allen Benedict Court investigation
[gtxvideo vid='8ADBxaFq' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/8ADBxaFq.jpg' vtitle='Columbia City officials to update Allen Benedict Ct deaths'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--ABC Columbia news has learned that on Monday afternoon City of Columbia officials will provide updates on the investigation into the evacuation of residents and the…
PALSS offers free and confidential HIV testing and STI screenings
The Palmetto Aids Life Support Services is offering free and confidential HIV testing and STI screenings this Tuesday.
Super Ad Poll: USC wants to know which Super Bowl commercial was your favorite
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- The University of South Carolina is helping end the debate over which Super Bowel commercial was the best. One hundred students and faculty in the school of Journalism and…
Police: Wife charged with murder after husband stabbed
BENNETTSVILLE, S.C. (AP) - Authorities say a 58-year-old woman has been charged with murder in the stabbing of her husband. Bennettsville Police Lt. Larry Turner said officers were called to a home Friday after Gladys Williams attacked her husband after…
Pedestrian killed in Sumter wreck
SUMTER,SC (WOLO)- Troopers are investigating a wreck that killed a female pedestrian in Sumter Saturday night. Officials say Sandy Johns,35, of Sumter died Sunday morning from her injuries. Johns was hit by…
South Carolina child returned to parents facing misconduct charges
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — A family of three is reunited at last. On Wednesday, a Charleston County family court judge ordered the Department of Social Services to return a 22-month-old child into his parent’s custody. Foxx Coker was placed in protective…
Heart health: Prisma Health offering free seminars in February
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- It's time to go red. February is American Heart Month. Prisma Health, formerly Palmetto Health, announced it will offer a series of free seminars led by cardiac providers with expertise in their fields. The first seminars begin…
Donation drive held to help Allen Benedict Court residents
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- In an effort to help the more than 400 displaced residents of Allen Benedict Court, people in the Midlands came out to a donation drive at Drew Wellness Center Saturday.…
Drug conviction overturned because officer isn't expert
LAURENS, S.C. (AP) - The South Carolina Supreme Court has overturned a man's conviction and 5-year sentence on drug charges because prosecutors presented an unqualified police officer as a drug expert. The justices said the officer only had his experience…
Deputies:Two women charged for spending more than $2K with stolen credit cards
ORANGEBURG, SC (WOLO)- Two women turned themselves in for stealing and illegally using an Orangeburg man’s credit cards have been taken into custody. Treasure Thomas, 19, of St. Matthews, and Tracy Wilson, 19, of Orangeburg, were each charged with four…
Publix recalls deli popcorn chicken sold in SC stores due to possible foreign material
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — Publix Super Markets is issuing a voluntary recall for Publix Deli Popcorn Chicken sourced from Pilgrim’s Pride doing business as Pierce Chicken. The product may contain foreign material. The popcorn chicken was sold in both hot…
Columbia Housing Authority won't receive $30 Million HUD grant to fix ABC apartments, Mayor says
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin announced Saturday afternoon that Columbia Housing Authority will not receive a $30 Million grant they applied for that would help redevelop Allen Benedict Court which had a deadly gas leak that shutdown the apartment…
'Beatles Ballet' produced by Columbia City Ballet hits the stage
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Get ready for a musical number about one of the most famous bands in history. The Columbia City Ballet is producing a ballet based on the Beatles. The production features more than 35 songs and will include…
Cooperative Ministry Super Saturday, Free tax help to those who qualify
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- If you need help with your taxes this weekend, you can take a look at the VITA program. The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program kicks off Saturday, Feb. 2, from 9 am to 2pm at the…
