Accident on Longtown Road claims the life of Whitmell Avenue woman
The Richland County Coroner has released the name of the passenger who was killed in a crash along Longtown Road Thursday.
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Former assistant principal facing additional charges
Richland County Sheriff's deputies say a former Dutch Fork High School assistant principal previously accused of drug-related charges is now facing seven additional charges.
Axe throwing and a brew chops up Columbia entertainment scene
[gtxvideo vid='uQMXq178' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/uQMXq178.jpg' vtitle='AXE THROWING'] Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- The Midlands is expanding and so the growing list of weekend activities along with it. Thursday axe throwing officially arrived in the famously hot city. The casual competitive craft axe throwing…
Deputies: Second suspect charged in pistol-whipping assault in December
Orangeburg deputies arrested a second suspect wanted in a December pistol-whipping assault has been taken into custody.
Orangeburg deputies looking for two women wanted in credit card theft
Orangeburg deputies are seeking the public's help in identifying a pair of women after a stolen credit card was used at a local business.
Man charged with abuse of vulnerable adult
A Blythewood man is in custody accused of abuse of a vulnerable adult.
Update on fatal Santee tanker truck fire on Hwy. 301 near I-95
A massive tanker truck fire has led authorities to close a portion of U.S. Hwy. 301 near its junction with Interstate 95 near the town of Santee.
Deputies: Gaston man charged with connection of convenience store shooting
Lexington County deputies have charged a Gaston man in connection to shooting outside a convenience store Sunday night.
Deputies: Orangeburg teen charged with criminal sexual misconduct
SC Law Enforcement Division agents arrested a 16-year-old Orangeburg resident in connection to an incident October 2018 incident in Bamberg.
Columbia Housing Authority residents to begin move to permanent housing
[gtxvideo vid='EhC0lpaP' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/EhC0lpaP.jpg' vtitle='Columbia Housing Authority residents to begin move to'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- It has been more than a week since residents from Allen-Benedict Court Apartments were evacuated by fire and police, due to gas leaks. ABC Columbia news has…
It's adding up to jail time for Walmart armed robber accused of stealing calculators
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The Comet launching "Van Pool" program
COLUMBIA S.C. (WOLO)- The Comet transit service is extending mobility…
Elmwood Avenue at Main Street reopened after accident
Columbia Fire Department says the east bound lanes on Elmwood Avenue are closed at Main Street after an early morning accident.
Columbia hosts annual Go Red for Women Day Party
Each year the City of Columbia host the Go Red for Women campaign and this year is no exception. Click here to find out what the City has panned this year and how you can get involved.
Free Tax help Saturday at Cooperative Ministry for those who qualify
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Looking for help with your taxes? The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program kicks off Saturday, Feb. 2, from 9 am to 2pm at the Cooperative Ministry. Organizers say taxpayers with an annual income of $55,000 or less…
16-year-old suffered gunshot wound to lower body: CPD
Columbia Police Department is investigating a shooting in Harbison on Tuesday after one person was reported injured.
I-20 West bound near Exit 58 under construction today
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - SC DOT says I-20 West bound near Exit 58 will be under construction until 10 a.m. today. Officials say the left lane is closed at this time. Stay with ABC Columbia for updates. Construction; I-20 WB:…
Unusual spike of pedestrian deaths in the Midlands
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- Pedestrian deaths are on the rise in the Midlands. Troopers say the amount of fatalities they've seen have nearly doubled compared to this time last year. "We look at some…
Columbia Housing Authority preparing for Special Meeting on Thursday
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- Mayor Steve Benjamin gave his State of the City address last night where he highlighted the plans for Allen Benedict Court Apartments and a possible shake-up of the Columbia Housing…
South Carolina prison officials ask lawmakers for $50 million for faced challenges like security, pay raises
State prison officials are asking lawmakers for more than $50 million for improved security, pay raises for officers and health care for inmates.
Carolina Day at the State House focus on access and affordability of higher education
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Deputies: Couple charged with burglary after breaking into a residence in Orangeburg
A Orangeburg couple have been charged with breaking into a neighbor's residence.
Orangeburg deputies arrest a woman charged with attempted murder after running over her sister
A North woman has been charged after intentionally running over her sister.
Bill banning drivers from holding cellphones advances
A bill that would ban drivers in South Carolina from holding cellphones in their hands has passed its first hurdle.
Deputies: Sumter woman charged with pouring water on sleeping infant child on Facebook
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office conducted an investigation of a woman regarding improper treatment of an infant after viewing disturbing images on Facebook.
