Mt. Vernon Officer Shot in the Head
An Mt. Vernon police officer shot in the head during a stand off lasting Thursday night into Friday Morning is listed in serious, but stable condition.
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Holiday Shopping Safety Tips
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- The countdown to Christmas is on and the Columbia Police Department is going the extra mile to make sure holiday shoppers know how to protect themselves. Police shared some tips about protecting goodies from thieves this holiday…
Richland Co. Sheriff's Deputies Surprise Speeders With Acts of Kindness
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- It's the holiday season and the Richland County Sheriff's Department is spreading cheer in the Town of Eastover. The Richland County Sheriff's Department performs traffic stops on a…
Dylann Roof Found Guilty on all 33 Counts in Church Shooting
CHARLESTON , SC ( WOLO) -- Dylann Roof has been found guilty on all 33 Federal charges in the murders of 9 black church members at Emanuel AME . The jury read the counts one by one Thursday afternoon to…
Red Cross Holiday Safety and Decorating Safety
COLUMBIA, SC ( WOLO)-- During the holiday season, an average of 40 home fires per day in the country are caused by children playing, according to the Red Cross. Here are fire safety tips from the American Red Cross to…
Collapsed Allepo Ceasefire
ALEPPO, SYRIA-- The Aleppo cease-fire has collapsed bringing the threat of a potentially bloody battle to an end. Although the cease-fire unraveled early yesterday, rebel groups now say the deal is back on and will take effect early today. The…
Holiday Safety
The Red Cross is reminding you to keep in mind as you get ready to deck the halls for your holiday.
SC Rep. Merrill Denies Misconduct in Office Charges
COLUMBIA , SC (WOLO )-- Representative Jim Merrill is responding to allegations of misconduct in office, by Solicitor David Pascoe, with an adamant denial. The following statement was relaesed through Merrill's attorneys . Representative Jim Merrill adamantly denies the charges…
Volunteers and Participants Benefit From Salvation Army's Angel Tree
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- Throughout this holiday season, ABC Columbia has encouraged you to become a sponsor of the Salvation Army's Angel Tree. This week, volunteers from all over South…
Former House Majority Leader Accused of Misconduct in Office
A prosecutor says former state House Majority Leader Jim Merrill is accused of using his position for personal benefit.
Gov. Haley Removes Two Members of Richland Rec. Commission
ABC Columbia is working to confirm reports that Governor Nikki Haley has removed the chair and vice-chair of the Richland County Recreation Commission.
Victim in Fatal Fire in Vacant House Identified
The Richland County Coroner has identified the man killed in a fatal fire at a vacant home in the 3100 block of Carver Street over the weekend.
SLED: Nursing Assistant Charged with Abusing Patient
A 25-year-old certified nursing assistant is accused of abusing one of the nursing home's patients.
Oklahoma Teen Accused of Plotting Mass Attack at School
Police have arrested a 13-year-old girl suspected of plotting a mass shooting at her northern Oklahoma high school.
Rick Perry Once Forgot the Name of the Agency He May Lead
Donald Trump is expected to choose a man to lead the Department of Energy who infamously forgot its name.
Cuisinart Food Processor Recall
Eight million food processors are being recalled after broken pieces of the blades have been discovered in food causing injuries. Click here to find out if you may be affected.
USPS Truck Catches Fire
NORTH CAROLINA-- On Tuesday morning a USPS truck caught fire while making deliveries in a North Carolina neighborhood. Reporter Ryan Breslin spoke with residents who say the heroic worker who pulled the packages out saved Christmas.
Columbia City At-Large Council Hosts Holiday Reception
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Some Columbia City council members want to meet and greet residents this holiday season. Councilwoman Tameika Isaac Devine and Councilman Howard Duvall will host a Holiday reception. Where: Earlewood Park Banquet Room, 1113 Parkside Dr. Columbia, SC…
Pension Benefits to Rise Again for Public Workers, Employers
Pension costs will dig into the paychecks of South Carolina's public workers for a sixth consecutive year, and state officials warned deeper cuts are coming.
Lexington County Authorities Locate Missing Sumter Teen
Authorities with the Sumter County Sheriff's Office are looking for a teen who they say was last seen at a home in the 6400 block of Keystone Road in Dalzell on Sunday.
