Kershaw Co. Coroner identifies teenager who died in multi-vehicle wreck
The Kershaw County Coroner's Office has identified a teenager who died in a multi-vehicle wreck on I-20 East Friday, Feb. 27.
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Camden man sentenced to federal prison for access device fraud
A Camden man has been sentenced to 27 months in federal prison for access device fraud involving stolen credit cards, states the DOJ.
2 arrested following investigation into Elgin shooting
Two people were arrested following an investigation into a shooting that happened last month, say deputies.
$170,000 Palmetto Cash 5 Jackpot won in Lugoff
Players check your tickets because someone in Lugoff won South Carolina’s Palmetto Cash 5 rolling jackpot worth $170,000 on Sunday, say officials.
SCDOT to close, detour Bethune Road bridge over Little Lynches River in Kershaw County for repairs
The South Carolina Department of Transportation will close and detour the Bethune Road (SC 341) bridge over Little Lynches River in Kershaw County for repairs.
Babysitter sentenced to 33 years in prison following infant's death
Investigators say they determined the baby's injuries were caused by shaken baby syndrome.
Kershaw Co. coroner identifies 66-year-old dead after two-vehicle collision
Kershaw County Coroner David West has identified a man after a Wednesday two-vehicle collision.
2 facing several charges after drugs, weapons found during Camden bust
Two people are facing several charges after drugs and weapons bust in Camden Monday, Feb. 9.
Deputies: Search warrant yields drugs, guns. 2 year old in home
Investigators say on Monday they conducted a search warrant at a home on Brown St.
KCSO celebrate new member of team
The Kershaw County Sheriff's Office introduced a new member of their team.
KCSO: Missing woman with dementia & schizophrenia found safe
Kershaw County deputies say an elderly woman diagnosed with dementia and schizophrenia who went missing overnight has been found safe.
Districts announce return to schools after weekend Winter snow storm
As the snow melts away, school districts are announcing their return to classrooms.
LIST: School closures, changes around the Midlands
Schools in the Midlands are beginning to change their schedules are forecasters announce the possibility of snow impacting parts of the Palmetto State.
Calhoun, Clarendon, Fairfield, Kershaw, Lee, Lexington, Local News, Newberry, News, Orangeburg, Richland, Sumter
SCDPH opens medical equipment power shelter ahead of winter storm
Officials say a Medical Equipment Power Shelter is an emergency shelter with limited support for people who require backup power for medical reasons.
KCSO: Elgin screw bandit arrested
KCSO says a 38-year-old man has been arrested in connection with multiple incidents that happened in Elgin.
USGS confirms earthquake in Elgin
The SC Emergency Management Division says USGS has confirmed an earthquake happened in Elgin.
Calhoun, Clarendon, Fairfield, Kershaw, Lee, Lexington, Local News, Newberry, News, Orangeburg, Richland, Sumter
SCEMD activates winter weather hotline
Officials with SCEMD say anyone with questions about the winter weather response can call 1-866-246-0133
Calhoun, Clarendon, Fairfield, Kershaw, Lee, Lexington, Local News, Newberry, News, Orangeburg, Richland, State, Sumter
SC Moves to OPCON 1 ahead of winter weather
It’s important for all of us to have emergency plans in place. The window to be ready for winter weather is closing fast,” said South Carolina Emergency Management Director Kim Stenson.
Calhoun, Clarendon, Fairfield, Kershaw, Lee, Lexington, Local News, Newberry, News, Orangeburg, Richland, Sumter
Churches, businesses, government offices announce closures on Sunday, Monday
Winter weather impacts the Midlands
Calhoun, Clarendon, Fairfield, Kershaw, Lee, Lexington, Local News, Newberry, News, Orangeburg, Richland, State, Sumter
Governor's request for federal emergency aid approved
According to the Governor's Office, an emergency declaration request is available when a hazard event is imminent and federal assistance may be needed.
Kershaw Co. coroner identifies person after well drilling incident
Kershaw County Coroner David West has released the identity of the person who died after a well drilling incident, says the coroner's office.
KCSO investigating Tuesday afternoon shooting after one person shot
Kershaw County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a Tuesday afternoon shooting after one person was shot, said deputies.
Kershaw Co. coroner identifies passenger after two-vehicle collision
The Kershaw County Coroner's Office has released the name of the person who died after a two-vehicle collision, says officials.
KCSO: Rape investigation leads to 3 arrested, deputies searching for 4th person
The Kershaw County Sheriff's Office held a press conference at 3 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, to update the public on three recent arrests.
SCDOT to close Sawmill Road bridge in Kershaw County for repairs
SCDOT will close and detour the Sawmill Road bridge over Little Flat Rock Creek in Kershaw County.
