Sumter man pronounced dead after shooting on Wednesday night, two suspects arrested
According to the Sumter County Coroner’s Office, a man died as a result of a shooting incident that took place Wednesday night.
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City of Columbia cautions drivers to avoid flood-prone areas
The City of Columbia is reminding drivers to avoid flood prone streets during storms and periods of heavy rain.
Three people displaced after house fire on Heidt Street Thursday morning
On Thursday morning, the Columbia Fire Department says crews responded to reports of a house fire on the 1000 block of Heidt Street with possible occupant entrapment.
Lexington PD searching for suspects accused of stealing the license plate from a truck parked at a hotel
The Lexington Police Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying two suspects who, they say, stole the license plate from a truck parked at a hotel in the Town of Lexington.
Lugoff woman pronounced dead after wreck on Deschamps Road
According to the Sumter County Coroner’s Office, a Lugoff woman was pronounced dead on the scene of a single motor vehicle collision on Deschamps Road Wednesday morning.
Lawmakers unhappy with state’s vaccine roll-out despite above average numbers
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) – South Carolina lawmakers are questioning the pace of the state’s coronavirus vaccine rollout even as health officials say they’re vaccinating people faster than the rest of the country. The health department says the state has administered about 35,000 of the 112,000 doses received by Wednesday. The agency says that’s 31%, or double that of other Southeastern…
City of West Columbia extends mask ordinance through the end of February
On Wednesday, the West Columbia City Council voted to extend the city’s mask ordinance through the end of February.
Local health officials and Columbia Mayor stress staying home this New Year’s Eve holiday
As covid-19 infections spread at alarming rates across South Carolina, local leaders and health officials held a virtual press conference Wednesday to urge South Carolinians to stay home this New Year’s Eve.
Richland County Coroner provides update on the human remains found Tuesday in Columbia
The Richland County Coroner’s Office is continuing to work to identify remains found Tuesday in Columbia.
Columbia Animal Shelter reminds you to be mindful of your pets during New Year’s Eve fireworks
During all the fun on New Year’s Eve, don’t forget about your pets during those fireworks. According to Columbia animal shelters, the loud noise from fireworks can spook your four-legged friends.
