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RCSD Offers "Internet Exchange Safety Zones"

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- The Richland County Sheriff's Department now offersย exchange safety zones for citizens who sell, purchase, and ย exchange items via social media. Sheriff Leon Lott says the public exchangeย zones will also serve as a place for those who…

Watch: Wednesday Headlines

Columbia, SC (WOLO)-- Here's a look at news making headlines Wednesday morning. Out of the State House Veterans will rally from 10am-1pm Wednesday. Roads and construction funding will be up for debate at the State House. Lawmakers are working on…

Senate Takes Up Energy Bill After 2-Month Delay for Flint

WASHINGTON, DC (AP)--The Senate has revived a wide-ranging bill that would promote various forms of energy, from renewables such as solar and wind power to natural gas, hydropower and geothermal energy. The bill also would speed federal approval of projects…

Watch: Colleagues Remember Superintendent Bennie Bennett

Columbia , S.C. (WOLO) -- On Tuesday, Newberry County district officials remembered their friend and colleague, ย Superintendent Bennie Bennett. Bennett was killed in a car accident Saturday night. In a press conference, several of Bennett's colleagues said they will remember…

All Eyes on the Empire State for New York Primary Day

NEW YORK (AP) _ Tuesdayย is Primary Day in New York. Democrat Hillary Clinton's campaign manager is predicting that New York will result in Clinton taking "an important step to the nomination.'' ย Her rival Bernie Sanders needs to win 68 percent…

Prices at the Pump

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Average retail gasoline prices in Columbia have risen 7.5 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $1.90/g yesterday, according to GasBuddy's daily survey of 350 gas outlets in Columbia. This compares with the national average that has…

VIDEO: That's Money, Baby!

[gtxvideo vid='zwJy8VHI' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/zwJy8VHI.jpg' vtitle='lotto baby'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) โ€” Talk about a baby shower gift. The SC Education Lottery says over the weekend a couple with a baby on the way won $250,000 on a scratch off ticket. It was…

Watch: Family remembers 12-year-old ATV victim

Olanta, S.C. (WOLO) --- Michele Moore says she'll always remember her son Hunter as a kind-hearted kid who loved Gamecock sports and outdoor adventures. She tells ABC Columbia, "He loved life and he always has a smile on his face."…

Watch: What You Need To Know About the Tax Deadline

Columbia , S.C. (WOLO) -- The deadline to file taxes is Monday at midnight andย ABC Columbia spoke with tax experts to find out what you need to know before the clock strikes midnight. For those seeking to file on-time, experts…

Watch: Full Speed Ahead to Road Repairs

Columbia,S.C. (WOLO) -- Repairing South Carolina's road is a top priority. Now the Department of Transportation says they have plans to move full speed ahead to start getting down to business. Starting first by looking at where millions need to…

Crime Victims Honored at Candlelight Vigil

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) --ย Governor Nikki Haley has proclaimed the week of April 18ย as South Carolina Victimsโ€™ Rights Week. In honor of week, the Victimย Service Coordinating Council, State Office of Victim Assistance, and the Southย Carolina Victim Assistance Network will hold the…

National Parks Offer Free Admission

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- It's a chance to explore some amazing places this week for free. It's National Park Week. The celebration of our national heritage runs until Sunday. All National Park Service sites that charge an entrance fee will…

WATCH: Tax Day Deals

Some businesses are looking to make Tax Day a little sweeter. Good Morning Columbia has your complete list of Tax Day Deals.

Residents Complain About Manure Odor From York County Farm

ROCK HILL, S.C. (AP) --Health inspectors are investigating a York County farm after receiving complaints from neighbors about a stench from piles of turkey manure. The Herald of Rock Hill reports the S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control is…

WATCH: Quidditch Flies into Cola

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - The U.S. Quidditch Cup took up residence in the playing fields at Saluda Shoals Park Saturday. Around 6o college and club teams from across the nation battled it out…

Richland Penny Project to host Open House

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Residents in Richland Penny will have a chance to listen to a proposal for the Atlas Road Widening Project in April. According to Richland County Transportation officials, they will host a public meeting to review the proposed…

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