SCE&G says gas lines at Allen Benedict Housing Authority's responsibility
Who is responsible for maintaining the gas lines that lead to the leaks at Allen Benedict Court in the first place?
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Columbia Police searching for suspect in connection to several armed robberies
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Columbia Police are searching for an armed robbery suspect, accused of stealing money from a discount store Tuesday night. Columbia Police say the man was seen on surveillance video robbing the store, located off Leesburg Road. Investigators say…
Columbia Housing Authority updates Allen Benedict situation
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--Wednesday the Columbia Housing Authority updated its response to the evacuation of Allen Benedict Court due to multiple gas leaks and after two…
Recruiting Solutions hosts job fair
A local company is looking to hire someone in the market for a job . Click here to find out where and when you can apply.
Denmark residents report water woes
Denmark, S.C (AP)--Residents of a South Carolina city are dealing with brown-tinted drinking water that smells foul and is filled with sediment. The Post and Courier reported Tuesday that many Denmark residents have opted to stop drinking the water. The…
Richland County deputies searching for suspect wanted for gas station robbery on Two Notch
The Richland County Sheriff’s Department is seeking the public’s help in identifying a suspect wanted for robbery.
City officials and SCE&G to answer questions about tree trimming at public forum
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Ever wonder about the tree trimming activities in your neighborhood? The City of Columbia, along with SCE&G will host a public education forum for anyone interested in discusssing the upcoming tree trimming near utility distribution lines. According to…
Broad River Rd. is back open after an early morning accident
Highway Patrol says the roadways on Broad River Rd. & Outlet Pointe Blvd. are blocked after an early morning accident.
Bus driver hailed hero after rescuing more than 30 kids from burning bus
[gtxvideo vid='WQyBQHk7' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/WQyBQHk7.jpg' vtitle='BUS ACCIDENT'] Darlington, SC. (WPDE) ---A car slammed into the back of a stopped school bus Tuesday morning in in the Pee Dee, caught fire and spread the flames to the bus. Authorities say the driver of…
Forum held on election reform and restoring voter trust
[gtxvideo vid='m6tpqi19' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/m6tpqi19.jpg' vtitle='ELECTION FORUM'] Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- Electors increasingly question whether their votes matter leaving politicians wondering how to restore public confidence in elections. The Richland Library held a forum on election reform tonight to give residents the…
Lexington deputies searching for two men accused of breaking into a home, stealing money and jewelry
The Lexington Sheriff's Department is searching for twp suspects accused of breaking into a woman's home and stealing from her safe.
Residents displaced from gas leak at housing complex living hotel to hotel
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- Hundreds of people living hotel to hotel after being forced out of their homes last Friday (Jan.18th). Allen Benedict housing complex is still closed off to residents after two bodies and…
Orangeburg woman charged with assault and battery of a high aggravated nature
Orangeburg woman has been charged with assault and battery of a high and aggravated nature, a charge that carries up to 20 years in prison.
Two suspects arrested with deadly shooting of two men, Orangeburg officials say
Two suspects have been arrested in connection with the shooting death of two men in December 2018.
Sen. Bernie Sanders visits HBCU Benedict College
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- Senator Bernie Sanders visited Benedict College and answered questions from many college students. During his visit, Sanders spoke about many hot button topics, from ending the government shut…
Business leaders sit down with legislators for building forum
The Columbia Chamber of Commerce met for a legislative forum to help promote businesses on the state and federal level.
Soldier remains found in the Netherlands traces man back to Newberry after 70 years
A Midlands family finally has closure after a man went missing in war nearly 70 years ago.
Gas prices on the rise in the Midlands
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- You may have seen gas prices inch downward over the new year, but prices at the pump are once again rising. According to Gas Buddy, prices in the midlands are now 6.2 cents higher than last week. Drivers…
You can see the Oscars in February on ABC Columbia
[gtxvideo vid='I0QfXGIv' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/I0QfXGIv.jpg' vtitle='WOLO_2019_01_22_05_22_27'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) (ABC NEWS)-- We are gearing up for the Oscars right here on ABC Columbia. The Oscar nominations were announced this morning and ABC carried the exciting moment live. Kumail Nanjiani and Tracee Ellis…
Proposal for SLED to investigation all officer-involved shootings in SC
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Deputies: 4 people connected to armed robbery on Zimalcrest Drive arrested
Richland Co. deputies have arrested 4 people connected to an armed robbery on Zimalcrest Dr. on Saturday, Jan. 19th.
Fit 413 talks about community event and new gym
Fit413 talks community event and renovated gym. Opportunity to win Pitt seats for Nascar All Star race.
Bernie Sanders to visit with students at Benedict College
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Tuesday, Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders will be in Columbia to meet with students at Benedict College. Sanders will visit the college for an event called "A conversation with students." Sanders will speak Tuesday afternoon at the David…
CPD investigate armed robbery at Dollar General on Beltline Blvd.
Columbia Police say they're investigating an armed robbery at a Dollar General store on 619 Beltline Blvd. on Monday.
New proposal could require state police to investigate officer involved shootings
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