Nationwide Breastfeeding Revolt Hits Columbia
Local moms turn out for nurse-in at the Target in Harbison after a Texas woman says she was harassed by a Target employee for breastfeeding in the store.
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Local Shelter Sees Spike in Adoptions
PETS Inc. in Columbia had more than 100 adoptions in one week.
Carillon Carolers Stop by Main and Gervais
The Carillon Carolers stopped by Main and Gervais to spread some holiday cheer.
Last Minute Shoppers
Last minute shoppers race against the clock to get all of their Christmas shopping done.
Husband accused of shooting wife, charged with attempted murder
47 year old John Madden of Irmo is charged with attempted murder after police say he shot is wife just after midnight, Thursday.
Pedestrian Killed in I-26 Accident
The Lexington County Coroner's Office has identified the person killed in a fatal accident Saturday morning.
Local Election Results
Voters went to the polls Tuesday for local elections in eight communities in the midlands. In Irmo and West Columbia, voters have chosen new mayors.
Officials to Spray for Mosquitoes
City of Columbia, Richland County and State DHEC officials will spray for Mosquitoes in Edgewood Community Thursday.
70 Families Could Soon Be Homeless
Nearly 70 families call Parkwood Mobile Home Park in West Columbia, home. But on Thursday, residents received an unofficial eviction notice.
Local Domestic Violence Numbers Up
Numbers released from a recent study show South Carolina has the 7th highest rate of women being killed by men. Local domestic violence organizations preparing for awareness month, say they see a disturbing trend.
Location Puts Okra Strut Festival In Danger
It's struttin' time in Irmo again. The annual Okra Strut gets underway Friday, with the festivities kicking off at 6 p.m. But, as we found out the location of the event nearly halted the entire festival.
Proposed Rate Hike has Residents Boiling Mad
Fired up Carolina Water customers are seeing red. Residents came out in droves Wednesday night in hopes of getting answers to a proposed 80 percent rate hike in their current water bills.
Veteran Firefighter Charged With Arson
38-year-old Pierre Daye has spent the last 13 years rushing to fires through out the city . Wednesday morning, he was accused of starting one.
Boil Water Advisory: Around Lake Murray Elementary
A boil advisory has been issued due to a water main break. It affects customers on Three Dog Road, Foxport Road, Stoney Point Lane, Misty Pine Lane, and Forrest Shealy. Lake Murray Elementary is also included.
Backyard Chickens?
Homeowners in Irmo are asking for an ordinance to have chickens in their backyards.
Lexington Man Bitten By Bull Shark
A Lexington man has been hospitalized after being bitten by a bull shark 13 miles off Beaufort Inlet.
Food Lion Beating Victim's Family Speaks Out
A woman accused of beating another woman over the head with a canned good was denied bond Wednesday. Meanwhile, the victim's family is speaking out.
Local Animal Shelter Working To End Dog Fighting
Dog fighting is a crime in South Carolina, that the Human Society says sometimes, goes on without anyone knowing. While there isn't a number on how many dogs are affected by the crime each year, there is one dog who stole the hearts of thousands throughout the Midlands after he was allegedly used as a bait dog for dog fighting, and his name is Cowboy.
WWII Bombs Discovered in Neighborhood
Residents who live in The Summit in Northeast Richland County are breathing a sigh of relief, after authorities discover two bombs and destroy them.
Lexington County Deputies Roll Up Sleeves For Community
The American Red Cross has declared a nationwide, critical need for all blood types. Tuesday, the Lexington County Sheriff's Office rolled up their sleeves to help.
Sheriff's Department Hosts Blood Drive
Deputies in Lexington County are rolling up their sleeves this week to help the American Red Cross by donating blood. Sheriff James Metts says member of the public are also welcome to participate in the blood drive Tuesday at the sheriff's department in Lexington.
Community Calls For Tree Trimming Negotiations
Community members and leaders call for negotiations on tree trimming in their neighborhoods. SCE&G Responds.
Man kills woman, then himself in Richland County
Richland County sheriff's deputies say a man has killed the mother of his child, then turned the gun on himself.
