WATCH: Gotta Catch 'Em All! Pokemon Go Craze Hits the Capital City
The Pokemon Go craze is taking over the capital city, but the quest to be the very best is landing a few players in trouble. Good Morning Columbia has the very latest.
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Watch: New Columbia YMCA Opens
[gtxvideo vid='lIfHIf67' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/lIfHIf67.jpg' vtitle='Watch: New Columbia YMCA Opens'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Get ready to exercise downtown Columbia. The New YMCA Columbia is now open. YMCA officials held a grand opening this week for the new location at Bull and Hampton…
Watch: Officials Assess Sunday's Peaceful Protest
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- A week's worth of violence, inciting protest across the country and fanning the flames of racial tension. Dr.Todd Shaw with Chair of USC's Department of Political Science says, "Because of the recent shootings, because of the…
WATCH: Columbia Fire Dept. Employee Fired
[gtxvideo vid='3HEKH931' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/3HEKH931.jpg' vtitle='Watch: Columbia Fire Dept. Employee Fired'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Columbia Fire Chief Aubrey D. Jenkins released the following statement concerning the termination of a member of the Columbia Fire Department: "The Columbia Fire Department has always had…
Employee Accused of Using Money for Playground Equipment for Personal Use
RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) - A 45-year-old man is wanted by deputies with the Richland County Sheriff's Department for breach of trust. Marino McGloster is accused of taking money that was supposed to be…
How Dogs Can Sniff Out Diabetes
(CNN) - Some people with diabetes use assistance dogs to alert them when their blood sugar is low. A new study from the University of Cambridge may be able to explain how the dogs can detect the change
RCSD: What to Do When Pulled Over by Police
RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (PRESS RELEASE) - Sheriff Leon Lott said education is a huge key in reducing and preventing crime and plays a big role in being proactive. In a release, Lott provided tips designed to assist in ensuring motorist's safety as…
Watch : Pokemon Go Dangers
pokemon go, thieves, players targeted
Watch: Latest Athlete Pulls out of Olympics
Olympics, zika
Watch: Your Monday Morning Menu
Monday, Midlands events
Watch: Deadly Dive
Columbia death, Dive death, garner's ferry road
WATCH: Black Lives Matter Rally Lasts into Early Morning
A long day of protesting in Columbia ended at the State House, where hundreds of Black Lives Matter supporters rallied until around 1:00 a.m. Monday morning. Good Morning Columbia has the latest.
Protests continue over killings by police, Confederate Flag
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Several hundred people who started their day protesting the reappearance of the Confederate flag outside the South Carolina Statehouse were keeping up their protests into the night Sunday. The crowd was blocking a major intersection in downtown…
Confederate Flag returns to State House temporarily Sunday
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - The Confederate flag has made a temporary return to the front lawn of the South Carolina Statehouse as part of a rally. Several hundred people attended a rally Sunday by the South Carolina Secessionist Party at the…
Governor sounds off on Sunday's rallies at State House
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - SC Governor Nikki Haley released a statement late Sunday regarding the protests that had taken place at the State House: "Last year South Carolina showed the power of listening, respect and kindness. Whether passing the nation's…
Watch: Summer Grilling Safety
CNN-- Looking to Barbeque or host that picnic, there are some Summer Safety grilling tips to keep in mind. Here's Jeremy Roth with some grilling tips, watch the video here. [gtxvideo vid='nsShPZxa' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/nsShPZxa.jpg' vtitle='Watch: Summer Grilling Safety']
Columbia man suffers fatal neck injury diving into pool
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - A 26-year-old Columbia man died, after he broke his neck diving into a swimming pool Friday. The Richland County Coroner said Michael McWhite died in the emergency room about 25 minutes after the accident. It happened…
Watch: Boating Safety 101 with RCSD
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Headed out to the Lake this weekend, Richland County Deputies have some tips to keep you and your loved ones safe on the water. Have the right amount of life vests on vessels, also make sure boats…
Newberry County Sheriff issues Heat Safety Tips
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) Summer brings hot and humid air, and this July is especially hot here in the Midlands. If you're headed outdoors or just trying to beat the heat inside, here are some safety tips from the Newberry County…
Watch: Summer Camping Safety Tips
(WOLO)--Gearing up to go camping? Make sure you keep some safety tips in mind this Summer. While Hiking trails and roasting marshmallows staying safe should be your top priority. Tips: STORE FOOD AND SNACKS AWAY IN A CONTAINER OR AN…
