Loaded gun found at elementary school investigation closes, no charges
Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott has announced that the investigation into the weapon found at an elementary school is closed, said RCSD.
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Crooked Creek Park hosting candy cane hunt
Crooked Creek Park is hosting a candy cane hunt on Friday, Dec. 15.
South Carolina’s top education official wants online digital maps as part of $38M school safety ask
South Carolina’s top education official plans to ask lawmakers for $5 million to put a digital map of every school in the state online and make those maps immediately available on police officers’ mobile devices as they respond to a shooting or other emergency at a given school.
DJJ juvenile correctional officer accused of misconduct
A DJJ juvenile correctional officer was let go of his position at the detention center after an investigation, say detention center officials.
Texas man sentenced to federal prison in connection with Irmo armed bank robbery
A Texas man was sentenced to 92 months in federal prison after pleading guilty to committing armed bank robbery, said the U.S. Attorney’s Office.
Newberry County Coroner releases name of pedestrian who died in train incident
The pedestrian who died in a train incident in Newberry County on Tuesday afternoon has been identified, said the Newberry County coroner.
Starbucks offers some holiday cheer in a cup
Click here to find out how you can get your hands on hot coco, or hot coffee from the coffee chain for free.
DHEC confirms first pediatric flu-related death of the season in South Carolina
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) has announced the first pediatric flu-related death of the season in 2023.
Coroner identifies Lexington man as victim in Fairfield County collision
The driver of a Ford Transit who was pronounced dead at Prisma Health Richland Memorial after a Monday collision has been identified by the Fairfield County coroner, says the coroner's office.
Unhappy holidays -- local expert offers tips on dealing with grief, anxiety, and depression
"It can be very difficult, especially around the holidays when everybody is supposed to be happy. You're coming together, and you've got parties you need to go to, people you want to see, and when things change, you don't want to do it anymore. You just don't feel like it's worth it," Pilat-Renner says.
Local Living: Lexington County Animal Services holding December adoption special
Local Living: Lexington County Animal Services having adoption special for December.
Coroner identifies man who died after late night shooting at Cayce apartment complex
A man is dead after a shooting at an apartment complex on Monday night, says the Cayce Police Department.
Drill sergeant found dead at Fort Jackson military base, US Army says
Army investigators are looking into the death of a drill sergeant at Fort Jackson.
C.A. Johnson senior named Richland County Football Player of the Year
C.A. Johnson High School senior Caleb Pearson was named the 2023 Richland County High School Football Player of the Year.
SC Dept. of Revenue gives tips for tax season
The South Carolina Department of Revenue is sharing a few tips to help prepare for the upcoming tax season.
Sumter County mourns the loss of senior deputy
The Sumter County Sheriff’s Office is mourning the loss of a three-year law enforcement veteran, said the sheriff's office.
State House Menorah Lighting 2023
The State House Menorah Lighting celebration took place as part of the Hanukkah holiday last night.
Loaded gun found in teachers’ work room at elementary school
The Richland County Sheriff’s Department responded to a report of a weapon found on a school's property on Monday night, said RCSD.
Stranded boaters rescued from Wateree River
The day started early for Kershaw County Fire Services.
Pet of the Week: Skye!
Skye is a 7 month old puppy looking for her furever home through Columbia Animal Services!
State Democratic Party leaders held news conference to launch statewide Get Out The Vote Campaign
In the race for the White House, for Democrats it may be a forgone conclusion that President Joe Biden will be the nominee.
Orangeburg County School District renovating athletic facilities for student athletes
Using money from a referendum approved by voters last year Orangeburg County School District is renovating athletic facilities for its student athletes.
Nature-inspired play areas aim to increase curiosity, physical activity among SC children
"They learn through doing, and we see that their motor skills develop so much quicker, their communication skills are enhanced, their partnerships with their friends are enhanced, and they just learn different skills from when they're inside," Ironside says.
Study: Many U.S. teens ‘almost constantly using YouTube, TikTok
If your teen is constantly on their phone or computer they are more than likely using a social media site.
Local Living: Animal shelters holding December adoption specials
Local Living: A look at events in the Midlands
