Spraying for mosquitoes begins Wednesday night
The City of Columbia begins spraying for mosquitoes tonight. This decision was made after three dead birds were discovered within the City limits within a month and tested positive for West Nile Virus.
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Coroner identifies mental health patients who drowned in transport
Officials on Tuesday morning identified the two mental health patients who died in flood waters last night.
Gov. McMaster suspends Solicitor indicted for fraud and theft
Governor Henry McMaster suspended Fifth Circuit Court Solicitor Dan Johnson on Wednesday.
Temporary dog shelter opens for pets evacuated from Florence
People were not the only ones who were forced to evacuate because of Hurricane Florence, so were many pets and a lot of them are being housed here in Columbia.
2 Correctional Officers arrested by SCDC Police Services
Today, the arrest warrants for Correctional Officers were released by the South Carolina Department of Corrections Police Services.
SCHP troopers investigate fatal early morning I-26 accident
South Carolina Highway Patrol troopers are still investigating a fatal accident on I-26 west bound this morning.
Columbia murder suspect is caught in Florida; awaits extradition to South Carolina
Columbia Police Department found a fugitive in police custody in Florida accused of a 2015 murder in Columbia.
I-26WB is back open following early morning accident
South Carolina Department of Public Safety troopers say I-26 West is back open. Troopers say a truck overturned on I-26 westbound.
Consumer officials urge you to be cautious of Fake Charities during disasters
[gtxvideo vid='YtByCt3y' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/YtByCt3y.jpg' vtitle='Consumer officials urge you to beware of Fake Charities'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Sadly, with so many open hearts that want to donate during a hurricane, there are scammers looking for open wallets. The SC Department of Consumer Affairs…
Officials say waiting to return home could be the safest choice
While Florence may have passed, the effects of the storm can still create danger for those attempting to return home.
Man pleads guilty to abducting 4-year-old in SC
Today, Thomas Evans plead guilty to abducting a four-year-old girl from John's Island earlier this year.
Deadly shooting investigation ongoing
The Richland County Sheriff's Department are hoping you can help them solve a deadly shooting from September 10th. Click here for the full details.
Gov. McMaster meets with responders to discuss strategy
Tuesday morning, Governor Henry McMaster met with representatives from the Air Force, National Guard and the Department of Defense to discuss strategy for storm relief moving forward.
A look at damage and flooding in Cheraw on day two
The latest look at the Cheraw and the residents who are still dealing with flood waters that are just now starting to recede and the damage that's starting to rear its head.
US Attorney's office announces Indictments against Fifth Circuit Solicitor
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The U.S. Attorney's office on Tuesday announced it has indicted Fifth Circuit Solicitor Dan Johnson on fraud charges. According to a release, Federal prosecutors say the 26 count indictment includes charges…
Florence flooding expected to be as bad as Hurricane Matthew in Pee Dee area
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- The worst is yet to come according to Governor Henry McMaster. River flooding is what is keeping state officials on guard and they say the amount of damage they…
What you need to know to help Hurricane Florence victims
Several organizations throughout the Midlands are taking donations and asking for supplies to help the victims of Hurricane Florence.
President Trump to survey South Carolina damage from Florence
The Commander in Chief gets ready to survey parts of South Carolina to see the damage caused by Hurricane Florence first hand.
Columbia issues West Nile Virus alert
The City of Columbia has issued a West Nile Virus alert after two more dead birds were found testing positive for the virus.
Flooding has cut off entire communities in North Carolina
[gtxvideo vid='i9W015XH' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/i9W015XH.jpg' vtitle='FLORENCE NATIONAL'] NORTH CAROLINA (WOLO, ABC NEWS) - In North Carolina the flooding has reached catastrophic levels with entire communities cut off by rising waters. The death toll continues to climb as well as the total number…
