Famously Hot New Year Plans to Step Up Security
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- This weekend, one of the biggest parties in the Southeast will kick off in Downtown Columbia. In the wake of foreign and domestic attacks on public gatherings, People…
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Sheriff: Potential Christmas Day Nightmare Thwarted
The Orangeburg County Sheriff said that thanks to the quick actions of their SWAT team and a K9 Officer, a Christmas Day standoff ended without incident.
Cam Newton Fulfills Christmas Wish for Sick 10-Year-Old
All 10-year-old Taylor Deckard, who is battling a severe heart condition, wanted for Christmas was to meet his favorite football player, Cam Newton. His wish came true.
Trump Supporter Who Insulted Obamas Says It Was a 'Mistake'
A former Donald Trump campaign official who wrote that he wanted to see Barack Obama dead of mad cow disease and Michelle Obama living with a gorilla in Africa now says those comments weren't meant for publication but were nevertheless "inappropriate."
SC Lawmaker Accused of Domestic Violence
COLUMBIA, SC (AP)-- Authorities say South Carolina Rep. Chris Corley attacked his wife while their kids were in their Graniteville home. Corley was arrested early Tuesday and charged with first-degree domestic violence. The Aiken County Sheriff's Office report says the…
Breaking: Carrie Fisher Dead at 60
BREAKING: Carrie Fisher, legendary "Star Wars" actress, has died at age 60, family spokesperson tells @ABC News. "It is with a very deep sadness that Billie Lourd confirms that her beloved mother Carrie Fisher passed away at 855 this morning,"…
Dylann Roof Won't Call Witnesses During Sentencing
Dylann Roof, the 22-year-old convicted of killing nine black parishioners at a church in Charleston, South Carolina, told a judge today he has "no plans whatsoever to call witnesses" during the sentencing phase of his federal trial, in which he could face the death penalty.
Columbia Homeowner Shaken up After House Shot at Overnight
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Columbia Police are investigating a shooting, they say happened Tuesday morning at Jaggers Plaza, sending one victim to the hospital. Police said on December 27, shortly after midnight,…
Man Trapped in Movie Theatre
[gtxvideo vid='zGpDounq' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/zGpDounq.jpg' vtitle='Man Trapped in Movie Theatre'] CORNELIUS, OREGON--A man was trapped in a movie theater yesterday and had to call 9-1-1 for help. Justin Haworth says he went to see the "Rogue One" movie, but fell asleep early…
Famously Hot New Year
It's that time again! South Carolina’s free party of the year – takes place this Saturday, Dec. 31, New Years Eve, from 6:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. next to the S.C. State House at Main and Gervais in downtown Columbia, S.C.,…
Police Search for Suspect in Hit and Run
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--We now have a name and a face in connection with the investigation into a hit and run from December 22nd. Investigators say Antonio Burkett is wanted in connection with the incident. Columbia police say he was driving…
Two Arrested After Christmas Eve Shoot-out
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- Two men are in custody in connection with a Christmas Eve shoot-out. Police say Bradley Spigner and Elliott Caldwell are each charged with attempted murder following the incident at Walmart on Garners Ferry Road. Two people were…
Famously Hot New Year
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The City of Columbia is prepping for a big New Year's bash. This Saturday December 31 marks the sixth annual Famously Hot New Year. It will take place in downtown Columbia, S.C., next to S.C. State House, from 6:30…
Russian Military Plane Crash
[gtxvideo vid='owmUXx0k' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/owmUXx0k.jpg' vtitle='Russian Military Plane Crash '] SOCHI, RUSSIA-- Tu-154, a Russian military plane crashed early Christmas day, and all 84 passengers and eight crew members are believed dead. According to Russian News Agency Sputnik, Russian president Vladimir Putin…
Singer George Michael Dies at 53
ABC News , AP-- English singer, songwriter George Michael, who rose to fame as a member of 1980s duo Wham!, has died "peacefully at home over the Christmas period", according to his publicist. Michael's publicist also asked that the family's…
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- From all of us here at ABC COLUMBIA, we wish you and yours a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays. Join ABC Columbia News, Christmas Night at 11pm, for a Special Year in Review Show. Wake up Monday…
NORAD tracking Santa
ABC NEWS-- Tens of thousands of children from around the world plan to call the North American Aerospace Defense Command to ask where Santa is, and starting Saturday they will get a cheery answer about the mythical route from a…
Trump's Cabinet Selections Signal Pointed Shift After Obama
Propelled by populist energy, President-elect Donald Trump's candidacy broke long-standing conventions and his incoming Cabinet embodies a sharp turn from the outgoing Obama administration.
Christmas Eve Store Hours
Columbia, S.C (WOLO) --- If you wait until the last minute to get those holiday gifts you may be in luck. Some retailers are staying open just a little bit longer so you can get everything you need under the…
Actress Carrie Fisher Hospitalized
Actress Carrie Fisher is hospitalized after in flight heart attack Friday evening.
