Woman Arrested in Connection to Fatal DUI Crash
A Lexington woman was arrested and charged with felony driving under the influence involving death after causing a two car crash last night.
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Orca Profiled in 'Blackfish' Documentary Has Died
Tilikum, one of SeaWorld's best-known orcas featured in the documentary "Blackfish," has died, the theme park announced today.
VP Biden to President-Elect Trump: 'Grow Up'
Vice President Joe Biden told President-elect Donald Trump Thursday to "grow up."
Suspects Accused of Stealing $2K in Clothes from Belk
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is seeking assistance in locating two suspects in a shoplifting incident that occurred last month.
Jurors to Hear More Stories of Emanuel Victims
Prosecutors have called more than a dozen witnesses after a flurry of testimony on Thursday as jurors hear from family members of the nine people by Dylann Roof at Emanuel AME Church in 2015.
Inclement Weather Closings/Delays
Here is the latest list of local events and programs delayed or canceled due to a possible wintry mix. Stay with ABC Columbia as this list will be updated as weather conditions change.
Suspect in Sumter Fatal Shooting Surrenders to Authorities
Authorities with the Sumter County Sheriff's Office said the suspect wanted in connection to fatal shooting in Sumter County Wednesday night, turned himself in this morning.
Critical Need for Blood Donations: ABC Columbia Needs Your Help
[gtxvideo vid='9c0AFMxM' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/9c0AFMxM.jpg' vtitle='Critical Need for Blood Donations'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - The American Red Cross has a severe winter blood shortage and is issuing an emergency call for blood and platelet donors to make a donation appointment now and help save…
Polar Bear Plunge at Lake Carolina
COLUMBIA, SC--Brave the chilly weather and water this Saturday to benefit the Children's Charities of the Midlands. If you are attending the event you are asked to complete your registration form in advance, and then check in when you arrive.…
Briefing On Election Hacking
President-Elect Trump is expected to be briefed Friday on the hacking of the 2016 Presidential Election.
Airline Travel Advisories for Winter Weather
[gtxvideo vid='YXMNKbbk' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/YXMNKbbk.jpg' vtitle='Airline Travel Advisories for Winter Weather'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The Columbia Metro Airport is preparing for possible winter weather, and so are the airlines. Here's a look at the Airline Advisory from CAE with some good news…
Gas Prices/Macy’s Closings: Consumer Minute
[gtxvideo vid='1ft2TEco' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/1ft2TEco.jpg' vtitle='Gas Prices/Macy's Closings: Consumer Minute'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The New year means cash for on-line retailers, according to experts, the holiday season was good for on-line sales. But brick and mortar stores saw traffic due to deep…
Sickle Cell Patient Explains the Importance of Blood Donations
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - The American Red Cross is beginning the new year with an urgent need for blood donors. The organization says it's holiday season blood drives left them nearly…
SC DOT Preps Roads for Possible Winter Weather
[gtxvideo vid='L6R4UHN5' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/L6R4UHN5.jpg' vtitle='SC DOT Prep Roads for Possible Winter Weather'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Snow or not, SC DOT crews are working hard to make sure our roads will be safe. ABC Columbia stopped by the DOT complex along shop road…
Witness Testimony, Roofs Manifesto: Dylann Roof Sentencing Trial
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - Prosecutors in Dylann Roof's death penalty trial have called dozens of witnesses, but no one who knew Roof before he killed nine black church worshippers. But Roof's own journal and manifesto writings shed light on a…
Dylann Roof's State Trial Delayed Indefinitely as Federal Trial Continues
A state court judge has delayed indefinitely convicted church shooter Dylann Roof's murder trial.
Obama Gets Classified Hacking Report, Intel Officials Mum in Testimony
This morning at the White House, President Barack Obama received the classified report on the intelligence community's full assessment of the Russian and other outside cyber attacks into U.S. elections. At the same time, senior intelligence officials testifying on Capitol Hill during a Senate hearing on foreign cyber threats refused to comment specifically on the report's findings.
Victims' Families Recount Stories of Loss After Charleston Shooting
The families of the Charleston church shooting victims are recounting their tragic stories of loss and grief to the jurors who will decide whether or not convicted killer Dylann Roof will be sentenced to death.
Preparing Your Family for Emergencies
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Ahead of potential winter weather this weekend, the Red Cross shares tips to make sure your family is prepared for emergencies. As the New Year arrived…
Brutal Beating Captured on Social Media
A brutal beating of a special needs man is aired by suspects on Facebook live. Illinois police call the attack "disgusting". *Warning* The video is graphic and may be disturbing to some viewers.
