Blythewood mayor calls for RCSD investigation into allegations of ‘criminal or financial violations’
Blythewood’s mayor is calling for an investigation into criminal allegations made by members of the town council.
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Lexington woman accused of shooting man to death at West Columbia home
A Lexington woman is accused of shooting a man to death Tuesday night at a home in West Columbia, according to deputies.
South Carolina students show growth on SC READY assessments
South Carolina students are making notable academic progress, with the latest SC READY test results showing statewide improvements in both reading and math, particularly in the early grades.
Overdose deaths decrease in S.C.
South Carolina had a six percent decrease in drug overdose deaths from 2022 to 2023, marking the first decline in a decade, according to the SC Department of Public Health.
Powerball jackpot increases to $1.4 billion
Powerball leaders have increased the jackpot for tonight to an estimated $1.4 billion, said lottery officials.
Columbia Police searching for 48-year-old reported as missing by a loved one
Columbia Police are searching for a 48-year-old William Beason Jr. reported as missing by a loved one, say officers.
Ceremony marking 80 years since end of WWII honors 101-year-old Veteran
Tuesday marks 80 years since the Japanese Army officially surrendered in Tokyo Bay — marking the end of WWII.
SC gas prices down slightly
The average price of gas in South Carolina fell in the past week as labor day passes by and fall gas prices set in.
Town of South Congaree releases statement with more information on Police Chief motor-vehicle incident
The Town of South Congaree has released a statement regarding the collision involving the town’s chief that happened in Columbia last month.
2 people placed in custody after Labor Day shooting, officers say
Two people were placed in custody Tuesday morning after a domestic-related shooting that injured a man on Monday night on Broad Street, say police.
