WATCH: Wild Wind Whips Across the Midlands
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Wednesday's severe weather was mostly felt through wild wind that whipped across the Midlands, downing trees, causing thousands of power outages and big waves at Lake Murray. ABC…
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Confederate Flag Proposal Advances
[gtxvideo vid='3WmmTDZD' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/3WmmTDZD.jpg' vtitle='conf flag'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) — It has been a little more than six months since the Confederate flag was removed from the South Carolina Statehouse grounds. The flag has since been placed at the Confederate Relic…
Donald Trump: First Congressional Endorsements
ABC NEWS-- After winning his third consecutive GOP primary contest Tuesday in Nevada, Donald Trump has landed his first congressional endorsements, the latest sign members of the Republican political establishment are coming to terms with the New York businessman securing the GOP presidential…
Red Cross urges Blood Donations
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The Red Cross is asking for you to roll up your sleeve and help save a life. The Sixth Annual Columbia Lifesavers “Hoop it Up” blood drive will take place Friday, Feb. 26, from 7 a.m. to…
Boil Water Advisory
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- City of Columbia water works has issued a boil water advisory for customers near Two Notch Rd. Officials say customers on Ferrell Dr., Marietta Dr., Faye Ave., Baldwin Rd., Hutto Ct., Miot St., and Two Notch Rd.…
Confederate Flag Proposal Advances
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) — It has been nearly six months since the Confederate flag was removed from the South Carolina Statehouse grounds. The flag has since been placed at the Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum in Columbia. This week…
Harry Reid Endorses Clinton Over Sanders
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Senate Democratic Leader Harry Reid is endorsing Hillary Clinton for the Democratic presidential nomination. A spokeswoman for the Nevada senator said Wednesday that Reid was making the endorsement. Reid participated in his state's Democratic caucuses Saturday but…
Texas Court Clears Ex-Gov. Rick Perry of 2nd Felony Charge
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Texas' highest criminal court tossed the second and final felony charge against former Gov. Rick Perry on Wednesday, likely ending a case the Republican says helped sink his short-lived 2016 presidential bid. The Texas Court of…
WATCH: Nevada Caucus Results
(WOLO) Las Vegas, Nevada --- The Nevada Caucus Results show GOP Front Runner Donald Trump still in the lead. Where his competitors stand on the latest polls.
WATCH: Democrats Outline Affordable Education
Find out how the Democratic presidential candidates plan to make college affordable for students on Good Morning Columbia.
Trump Projected Winner of Nevada Caucus
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Donald Trump has won the Republican presidential caucuses in Nevada, giving the billionaire businessman three straight wins in the race for the GOP nomination. Marco Rubio and Ted Cruz are vying for second place, far ahead…
S.C. Delegation Responds to Obama's Gitmo Plan
[gtxvideo vid='ZPngoqaE' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/ZPngoqaE.jpg' vtitle='gitmo'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) — President Barack Obama wants to close Guantanamo Bay and it's creating a firestorm in Congress. Monday, the president says the detention center undermines America's national security and needs to be closed. The…
A Look at Hillary Clinton Ahead of Saturday's Primary
Columbia , S.C. (WOLO) -- This week, ABC Columbia will be profiling each of the Democratic Presidential candidates ahead of Saturday's primary. In South Carolina, Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton holds a commanding lead over Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders.…
Watch:Lexington Prosecutor Arrested Charged with DUI
LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO/AP)-- The South Carolina Department of Public Safety is releasing information regarding the arrest of Donnie Myers on February 22. The Highway Patrol was called to the scene of Old Chapin Road and…
Richland Library finalist for 2016 National Medal for Museum, Library Service
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Break out the books. The Richland Library has been named one of 30 finalists for the Institute of Museum and Library Services National Medal. According to officials, it is the nation's highest honor in its' sector. The…
Midlands Bank "Pays" It Forward
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) —"Keeping the Midlands Beautiful" and making our environment a little greener. That's the goal of TD Bank's "TD Tree Days" project. Monday, employee volunteers planted trees at Owens Park. Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin was on hand to…
Why Hillary Clinton Has the Upper Hand on Super Tuesday and Beyond
(ABC News) -- After two razor-thin victories for Hillary…
Ted Cruz Asks for Communication Director's Resignation for Sharing False Rubio Video
(ABC News) -- Republican presidential candidate Ted Cruz announced today at a campaign event in Nevada that he has asked for his Communications Director Rick Tyler's resignation. Cruz's action comes after Tyler shared on his social media account a subtitled…
Spike Lee to Endorse Bernie Sanders, Voice Ad for the Senator
(ABC News) -- The battle for African-American celebrity backing and voters continues to be a major part of the Democratic nominating contest this week. And the Bernie Sanders campaign will start running radio ads today in South Carolina featuring another…
