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Columbia police need your help identifying suspect after ATM stolen

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Armed and dangerous man accused of assaulting a pregnant victim

Columbia Police Department is still searching for a man considered armed and dangerous, who's accused of assaulting a pregnant victim.

Program bridges gap between police and North Cola youth

COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- A new initiative hopes to lock Midlands youth into a closer relationship with law enforcement so they won't end up locked behind bars or worse. The 29203 program brought community leaders together…

Junior League Holiday Market fundraiser now open

Between Wednesday Nov. 28 through Dec. 2, you can get your holiday shopping done at the Junior League of Columbia Holiday Market.

Columbia Police search for duo suspected of stealing ATM

Columbia Police are hoping you can help them find a duo suspected busting down a business wall and of taking off with an entire ATM.

Celebrate 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.

A homeless Veteran receives proper burial thanks to national program

A memorial service was held at Fort Jackson National Cemetery for John Stuebinger.

One person hospitalized after home fire in Lexington County

Firefighters say one person was taken to the hospital after a house fire in Lexington County.

Gamecocks give some holiday cheer before their last game of the season

[gtxvideo vid='QKAsxQYd' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/QKAsxQYd.jpg' vtitle='GamecocksGive'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - While the Gamecocks still have one football game left this season, they aren't letting that stop them from getting into the spirit of the season. On Wednesday afternoon, members of the football…

Clemson, SC ranked in top 10 for best small cities for sports

[gtxvideo vid='JkNCZdYJ' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/JkNCZdYJ.jpg' vtitle='BestSportsCities'] CLEMSON, SC (WOLO) - Clemson, South Carolina is one of the best small sports cities in America according to a recent survey. Wallethub.com released the results ranking Clemson as the sixth best small city for sports.…

Here's why hundreds of umbrellas covered the State House lawn Wednesday

[gtxvideo vid='3dxPVEjL' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/3dxPVEjL.jpg' vtitle='StateHouseUmbrellas'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - If you passed by the State House Wednesday (11/28) you might have noticed umbrellas covering the lawn. The event is called "Life Blooms Eternally" and happens in various locations across the state.…

RCSD: DNA evidence from 2010 case helps lead to the arrest of 'cigarette bandit'

DNA evidence led to the arrest of a suspected cigarette bandit by the Richland County Sheriff's Department on Wednesday.

Multiple agencies on 'Sexstortion' Case: Inmates using illegal cell phones to scam military members

[gtxvideo vid='b5lPZ8Q7' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/b5lPZ8Q7.jpg' vtitle='SEXSTORTION'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- U.S. military members around the world scammed by inmates behind bars here in South Carolina. Multiple agencies came together to announce this bizarre scheme and how they broke it down. Contraband cell phones have…

Father accused of accidentally backing over 21 month old son

A South Carolina father is accused of accidentally backing over his toddler as the child ran out to greet him on his return home from work.

Gas prices dip below $2 in parts of the Midlands

[gtxvideo vid='6Hw2t9uM' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/6Hw2t9uM.jpg' vtitle='Gas Prices Dip Below $2 in parts of the Midlands'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Drivers in South Carolina are getting an early Christmas present, low gas prices. Columbia Gas Prices dot com and Gas Buddy show the midlands average…

Governor's Mansion to host Christmas Open House

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The South Carolina Governor's Mansion will soon be decked out for the holidays. Governor Henry McMaster and his family are hosting the annual Christmas Open House on Monday, December 3, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at the…

Governor McMaster issues statement on Supreme Court Ruling for his Santee Cooper Appointment

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- A dispute over whether Governor Henry McMaster could temporarily appoint someone to lead the Santee Cooper Utiliy Board of Directors has been ruled on by the State Supreme Court. Governor…

Suspect arrested for more than 10 grand in stolen vehicles, weapons and memorabilia

A suspect in Orangeburg County has been arrested for stealing more than 10 thousand dollars worth of stolen vehicles, weapons and memorabilia.

Inclement Weather Center house Midlands homeless as temperatures drops

COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- With temperatures continuing to drop in the Midlands there is a growing need to house the hundreds of people who have no place to stay. Homeless shelters are filling up fast…

M.A.D.D hosts mocktail event encouraging safe holiday driving

Mother's Against Drunk Driving held a mocktail event to encourage people to drive safely especially during the holidays

West Cola officials break ground on new interactive art park

[gtxvideo vid='DlwdDQj2' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/DlwdDQj2.jpg' vtitle='InteractiveParkGroundbreaking'] WEST COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - On Tuesday, City Officials in West Columbia broke ground on what they say will be an interactive art park. The park is set to be a mix of interactive art, beautiful landscaping…