Richland News
Candidate for Columbia mayor Sam Johnson picks up endorsements from reform leaders Monday
A Columbia mayoral candidate picked up a couple of endorsements this morning. Gun violence and justice reform leaders Perry Bradley of Building Better Communities and Major Melvin Wittenburg announced their support for Sam Johnson today.
Family and friends hold event to remember Shelton Sanders, 20 years after his disappearance
The Richland County Sheriff's Department needs your help solving a cold case. Saturday marked 20 years since 25-year-old Shelton Sanders went missing. Officials say while Shelton's car was found in the search, his remains were never found.
Lexington-Richland Five Board to discuss search for interim superintendent Tuesday
Tomorrow, the Lexington-Richland School District Five Board of Trustees will meet to discuss finding an interim superintendent.
Richland One hosting four COVID-19 vaccination clinics this summer
Richland School District One is teaming up with Prisma Health and DHEC to host four free drive-thru COVID-19 vaccine clinics this summer.
RCSD: Home and vehicle shot up on Chinquapin Circle; no one is hurt
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says no one is hurt after a home was hit by multiple bullets on Chinquapin Circle.
Local Living: Spend Father's Day at the State Museum, City of Columbia looking for pet foster parents and more!
Local Living: Spend Father's Day at the State Museum, City of Columbia looking for pet foster parents and more!
Richland County deputy recognized for his 50 years of service
This afternoon, the Richland County Sheriff's Department surprised one of its deputies who has been serving the county for 50 years. Investigator Tommy Croxton first joined the sheriff's department back in 1971.
Boil Water Advisory issued for residents in Padgett Woods Subdivision in Richland Co.
Columbia Water officials have issued a Boil Water Advisory for residents of the Padgett Woods Subdivision in Richland County. Residents near the affected area who have lost water are advised to boil their water for at least one full minute before drinking or cooking.
James Patrick hosting free dance fitness event at the Statehouse Saturday
Fitness Trainer James Patrick is hosting a free dance fitness event tomorrow at the Statehouse. The "Peace Love Sweat" event goes from 9 a.m.-11 a.m.
Former Ft. Jackson trainee accused of hijacking a school bus waives right to attend hearing
On Thursday, a former Fort Jackson trainee charged with hijacking a school bus waived his right to attend a virtual court hearing.
Brig. Gen. Patrick Michaelis takes command at Fort Jackson
There is a new man in charge at the nation's largest training base. Earlier today, a change of command ceremony took place at Fort Jackson, where Brig. Gen. Patrick Michaelis assumed command from outgoing Commanding General Brig. Gen. Milford Beagle.
Lexington-Richland Five Board releases statement regarding the resignation of Superintendent Dr. Melton
As we reported earlier this week, Lexington-Richland Five Superintendent Dr. Christina Melton announced her resignation Monday night. Thursday, current board members released a statement addressing allegations made by one board member about the nature of Dr. Melton's exit and whether the board acted inappropriately.
Local Living: State Museum offering dads free admission Sunday, Steve Martin and Martin Short coming to Columbia and more!
Local Living: State Museum offering dads free admission Sunday, Steve Martin and Martin Short coming to Columbia and more!
RCSD makes arrest for Tuesday murder on Blue Bill Court
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says they arrested a man for Tuesday's fatal shooting on Blue Bill Court.
Demonstrators gather at the Statehouse to confront 'Confederate state of mind' on anniversary of Charleston Massacre
Right now, a rally is happening at the Statehouse, and organizers say the purpose is to confront the state of mind that allows white supremacy to exist through things like racial profiling, and Confederate monuments. This comes on the six year anniversary of the Charleston Massacre, where Dylann Roof gunned down nine African Americans at Emanuel AME Church.
Mayor Steve Benjamin introduces CLIMB program, offering guaranteed income to help fathers and families
Today, Mayor Steve Benjamin announced a new program designed to help dads in the Midlands. Beginning this summer, the City of Columbia will conduct the one-year guaranteed income program to provide $500 dollars unconditional payments every month to 100 specified participants selected by the Midlands Fatherhood Coalition.
Local Living: PAW Patrol and Professional Bull Riders coming to Columbia this summer!
Local Living: PAW Patrol and Professional Bull Riders coming to Columbia this summer!
Celebrate Juneteenth at a free event in Hopkins this Saturday
You can celebrate Juneteenth this Saturday at a free event in Hopkins. It goes from 12-6 p.m. on the grounds of the Historic Harriet Barber House on Barberville Loop.
New monument unveiled on Main Street honoring Columbia's legacy of remarkable women
A new monument was unveiled to honor Columbia's legacy of remarkable women. Columbia City of Women presented "The Architecture of Strength" monument across the street from the Statehouse this morning.
