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Update: Two arrested after early morning collision on Elmwood Avenue

The Columbia Police Department continues to investigate an early morning collision that took place at the intersection of North Main Street and Elmwood Avenue.

Harvest Hope in need of food for the holidays, holding drive-thru drop off

Harvest Hope Food Bank is in immediate need of food to help feed thousands this holiday season. The daily average number of families that visit the food bank doubles during this time. The community is being asked to donate non-perishable food items.

West Columbia man accused of shooting family member after argument

A West Columbia man faces multiple charges in connection with a shooting at his home Friday evening.

South Korean man identified as bicyclist killed in accident on Garner's Ferry Road

A 26-year-old man from Busan, South Korean was identified as the victim of a fatal incident along the 1300 block of Garner's Ferry Road on Monday.

SC bill banning abortions once a heartbeat is detected expected to pass

Lockdown lifted at A.C. Flora High School following search for suspect

Woman charged in connection to a September murder case in Kershaw

Kershaw County Sheriff's Office officials say they've charged another suspect connected to a murder in September.

Voters Head to the Polls: Election Day coverage, local races

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- It is Election day in the Midlands, and voters are heading to the polls. If you plan on heading out today here are some things you need to know. Voters…

Let your voice be heard, polls are open until 7pm

The polls are open across South Carolina. Voters who go to the polls today will be using South Carolina’s new voting machines.

Abortion ban proposal faces a murky future in South Carolina

South Carolina could get closer to being the latest state to pass a ban on almost all abortions Tuesday as a proposal faces another vote.

Mormon family killed in possible drug cartel attack in Mexico: Relatives

Relatives say American mothers and their children have been massacred in northern Mexico in a possible drug cartel attack.

Elmwood Avenue is back open after an early morning collision

Columbia Police say Elmwood Avenue is back open after an early morning collision after 4 a.m. on the intersection of Elmwood & Main St.

What you need to know before heading to the polls on Election Day

COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- Election day is on November 5th and here are a few things you should know before you head to the polls. Election officials say you'll need a photo I.D. when voting in…

5-year-old boy in a coma after being hit by car Halloween night

(WYFF) - A child in the upstate is in a coma after being hit by a car Halloween night. Greenwood Police say a 5-year-old…

Redevelopment among top priorities for West Columbia mayoral candidates

WEST COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- On Tuesday, voters in West Columbia will have the chance to decide who will become their next mayor. Two candidates are in the running to replace retiring Mayor…

New ADA compliant playground opens in West Columbia

West Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- There's a new playground in West Columbia that will allow all children the chance to play. A ribbon cutting was held Monday at Carraway Park at the Riverwalk,…

Driver involved in fatal hit-and-run sought

Richland County Coroner Gary Watts released the name of the man who died over the weekend after being struck by a vehicle along Two Notch Road.

Student being held at DJJ after making bogus claim of school threat

A 16-year-old student went from the classroom to the Department of Juvenile Justice after police say she made a bogus claim that another student was armed and threatened a shooting at Sumter High School.