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Advocates Weigh-In on Domestic Violence Law

South Carolina ranks second in the nation for women killed by men. However, this year lawmakers have made changes, signing a domestic violence bill last week.

Riverbanks Zoo to unveil new exhibits

It's not black bears but grizzly bears and river otters that you will be seeing more of right here in the Midlands.

Pilot study shows $12M in savings among 4 school districts

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A pilot study of four public school districts in South Carolina shows they could collectively save roughly $12 million over five years through efficiencies.

Richland County drivers deal with road closure

Drivers need to navigate around a road closure in Richland County.

SC's fiscal year to start without a state budget

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina will almost certainly start the fiscal year July 1 without a budget.

Mayor Benjamin Declares June 21 "Make Music Day"

It's official. Tuesday, Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin announced the designation of June 21 as "Make Music Day"

Richland Two hosts job fair

You may want to give your resume a quick update.

SC Coroner: Man shot woman to death before killing himself

BATESBURG-LEESVILLE, S.C. (AP) — Lexington County authorities say a Batesburg-Leesville man shot a woman to death before killing himself.

"Before I Die" wall coming to West Columbia

The global public art installation will be set up in Riverfront Park for a month starting in August.

Police locate man missing from mental health facility

A man has been found in Columbia after police say he left a mental health facility because of an argument with a worker.

Presidential Candidate Rick Perry Visits South Carolina

On Monday, Rick Perry made a campaign stop in Columbia.

Ex-Texas Gov. Perry making campaign trip to South Carolina

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Former Texas Gov. Rick Perry is making a trip to South Carolina on the heels of his official entry into the 2016 presidential race.

Shooting outside home sends man to hospital

There's an investigation underway into a drive-by shooting in Richland County.

Boil water advisories

There are two boil water advisories in effect.

Police Officer Indicted in Walter Scott Shooting

SC Solicitor announces indictment has been handed down by a state Grand Jury against former North Charleston police officer Michael Slager for murder.

Tuomey hospital chooses longtime employee as new CEO

SUMTER, S.C. (AP) — The Board of Directors at Tuomey Healthcare System has chosen a longtime employee to be the Sumter hospital's new acting president and CEO.