With just 20 days to Christmas, Santa made an special early stop
Christmas is just 20 days away, but Wednesday morning, the man of the hour took time out of his busy schedule to visit some special kids.
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A new technology company is open for business in Columbia
On Wednesday afternoon, city leaders were on hand for a ribbon cutting ceremony for CapGemini, a consulting and technology services firm.
Police: Woman arrested with felony stolen goods charge
LEXINGTON, S.C. (WOLO) - A 70-year-old Lexington woman has been charged with purchasing stolen goods from a member of law enforcement over two thousand but under 10 thousand in value. According to reports,…
Charter school students have a new college scholarship
Students at some charter schools across the country have a new scholarship opportunity.
Coopertative Ministry's Autos for Opportunity brings joy to one Midlands woman
Sometimes reliable transportation can make all the difference.
Mayor Steve Benjamin fondly remembers meeting President George H.W. Bush
[gtxvideo vid='geK98kx5' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/geK98kx5.jpg' vtitle='BenjaminMeetsBush'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- A tweet that has been liked hundreds of times, Mayor Steve Benjamin shared a moment from his 20s that he’ll never forget. "I stayed up, literally, all night long, because I was afraid…
Here's Why there's no mail in your mailbox Wednesday
[gtxvideo vid='862vShhV' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/862vShhV.jpg' vtitle='Here's Why there's no mail in your mailbox Wednesday'] If you are looking for mail in your mailbox today, Wednesday, December 5, you'll have to wait. Due to a Presidential proclamation by President Donald Trump, Wednesday, is…
Update: Suspect accused of firing into car with children on 1-26 Denied Bond
[gtxvideo vid='zV4RFyVe' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/zV4RFyVe.jpg' vtitle='Update: Suspect in 1-26 Shooting Denied Bond'] LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO)--Lexington County Deputies say the suspect accused of firing shots from a motorcycle on Interstate 26, into a car with children, has been denied bond. Lexington County Deputies…
Sheriff: Woman kills jail escapee who kicks in her door
An inmate who had escaped from a county jail in South Carolina was shot and killed by a woman after he kicked in her back door.
Columbia Police captures accused Harbison Walmart shooter
Columbia Police have captured the suspect accused of shooting at officers at the Walmart in Harbison overnight.
Celebrate the holidays from around the world
The Columbia Art Center hosts a holiday event to help you enjoy the sights and sounds of the holiday from around the world.
Company bringing jobs to Lee County
A company known for making agricultural trusses is expanding its operations in Lee County.
West Columbia Police searching for man in connection to armed robbery
The West Columbia Police Department is searching for a suspect in connection with the armed robbery of a loan office.
RCSD: 3 men wanted in connection with armed robbery at convenience store
The Richland County Sheriff's Department wants help identifying three suspects who robbed a convenience store of cigarettes and money.
Pittsburgh shooting victims honored at menorah lighting
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)-The Midlands is shining a light on anti-semitism after a hate-fueled attack on the Jewish community in Pittsburg. Tuesday night's annual menorah lighting paid tribute to the 11 lives lost in the…
CPD: Car stolen from Harbison Walmart
A car was stolen from the parking lot of the Walmart off Harbison Boulevard on Tuesday night, according to the Columbia Police Department's Twitter account.
Lexington PD brings back Fill the MRAP campaign
Lexington Police Department has brought its Fill the MRAP campaign to Mellow Mushroom on Sunset Boulevard.
USPS will not make normal deliveries Wednesday for day of mourning
[gtxvideo vid='2LQDyLL5' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/2LQDyLL5.jpg' vtitle='NoMailWednesday'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - Regular mail delivery will not run Wednesday (12/5). The US Postal Service is suspending regular mail deliveries, to honor President George H.W. Bush. Wednesday is a national day of mourning for the…
Sanctuary Church: Newberry church opens their doors to "carefully chosen" undocumented immigrants
[gtxvideo vid='Wybrj6Xk' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/Wybrj6Xk.jpg' vtitle='SanctuaryChurch'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- A Newberry Church is the first in South Carolina to claim they are a sanctuary church for immigrants with deportation orders. A Sanctuary Church means that they will allow undocumented immigrants who have…
Economists forecast economic tug-of-war
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- South Carolina can expect an economic tug-of-war in 2019. That is according to two economists at USC's Darla Moore School of Business. Doug Woodward and Joseph Von Neesen released their…
Suspect arrested in interstate shooting
Lexington Co., S.C. (WOLO)-- Aman accused of firing shots from motorcycle into a car on I-26 is in custody. Lexington County deputies say Anthony Fanning was arrested Tuesday morning at his Columbia home.…
SC State University student reportedly robbed at gunpoint
South Carolina State University campus police say a student was reportedly robbed at gunpoint early Tuesday morning.
Columbia Animal Services hosting Christmas donation party
Columbia Animal Services is hosting a Christmas donation party on Saturday, December 15th from 12 p.m. until 2 p.m. at 127 Humane Lane.
Gas prices drop just in time for the holiday season
The prices at the pump take a dive downward just in time to give you some extra savings for the holiday season.
Need a break from Christmas Shopping? You can hit the Ice Rink
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)---If you are looking for a little break in the middle of Christmas shopping, you can hit the Ice. Columbia's Holiday on Ice is now located in Columbiana Centre's mall parking lot. It is open now through Monday,…
