Angel Tree needs last-minute toy donations
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- The Angel Tree is going to provide some Christmas magic for more than 2,000 families here in the Midlands. "The parents come in on distribution day and pick…
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Prevent your Christmas tree from going up in flames
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- It’s always fun looking at all the different Christmas trees this time of year and how people get creative with decorating them, but sometimes, they can cause more heartache than happiness. The Columbia fire department doesn’t want to…
UPDATE: FBI Investigating nationwide bomb threats including several in Midlands
The Columbia Police Department is actively looking into at least 5 bomb threats that authorities say are similar to other ones happening across the US Thursday evening.
Buyer beware: Tampons, Fiesta Corn recalled
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Crash near children's learning center under investigation
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Troopers investigate fatal crash on I-26 in Lexington County
South Carolina Highway Patrol troopers are still investigating Wednesday's fatal crash on I-26 that killed one person.
Cirque du Soleil set to flip into Columbia
A show that will have you sitting on the edge of your seat for every flip, twist and turn is headed to Columbia.
Driver charged in deadly hit and run involving a school crossing guard
S.C. state troopers say a driver is charged for a deadly hit and run that killed a school crossing guard in Spartanburg.
The Salvation Army continues to ring in holiday cheer
The Salvation Army's Angel tree program may have come to an end, but that doesn't mean you can't still help make a difference in the lives of those in need this holiday.
Columbia unveils new senior housing on North Main
A new low income housing unit for low income, active seniors is getting ready to open its doors.
Lexington deputies search for man suspected of using funny money
The Lexington Sheriff's Department is hoping you can help them locate a man they're hoping to talk to about at least one transaction where counterfeit bills were used.
Grinding of the Greens Christmas tree recycling
Christmas is right around the corner, but once it's over if you are looking for something to do with your real tree, Keep the Midlands Beautiful wants to help you give your tree new life.
Third suspect arrested in 2017 murder of elderly Sears employee
RICHLAND COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- A robbery third suspect has been arrested in connect to the murder of an elderly store clerk. Ervan Matthew Harvey,49, is charged with Murder and Strong Arm…
Teen accused in deadly elementary school shooting pleads guilty
A teen charged in the deadly shooting of a six year old boy at a Anderson elementary school pleads guilty,
Burglary suspect chased by barefooted victim caught by Columbia Police
Columbia Police Department says a burglary suspect that was chased by a barefooted victim on Waccamaw Avenue last month is arrested.
South Carolina teen charged in school shooting off to court
A teen charged with shooting at South Carolina elementary school students outside for recess, killing one of them, is set to appear in court.
Fiscal accountabilty meeting held
[gtxvideo vid='8WoCDOvA' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/8WoCDOvA.jpg' vtitle='Fiscal Accountabilty'] Columbia, SC (WOLO) ----- Tuesday Governor Henry Mcmaster met with leaders to for a fiscal accountabilty session. The goal of the meetings are to make sure that States funds are being appropriated properly. As of…
Lexington Two dedicates new innovation center
[gtxvideo vid='b4WwH8Sk' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/b4WwH8Sk.jpg' vtitle='innovation center ceremony'] Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- Lexington Two's Innovation Center was dedicated Tuesday night. The districts new state-of-the-art facility houses a number of college and career readiness programs for high schoolers as well as dual enrollment…
Seismic airgun blasting lawsuit
[gtxvideo vid='Z6sv2WBM' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/Z6sv2WBM.jpg' vtitle='Seismic airgun blasting lawsuit'] Charleston, SC (WOLO) ---Several environmental groups are suing the federal government over the authorization of seismic airgun blasting. Airgun blasting is used to search for oil and gas below the ocean's surface. The…
Search for Two Notch burglary suspect
[gtxvideo vid='WKS3peLa' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/WKS3peLa.jpg' vtitle='two notch burglary'] Richland Co., SC (WOLO) --- Do you recognize this man? The Columbia Police is hoping you can help identify and locate this masked man accused of robbing the business. According to authorities, once inside…
