Study finds pandemic lockdown policies helped lower crime in more than two dozen cities
A new study found the lockdown policies during the pandemic lowered crime in more than two dozen cities.
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Researchers begin first trial phase testing whether it is safe to get vaccines from different developers
The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases announced it has started the first phase of a trial testing whether it is safe to mix COVID-19 vaccines from different manufacturers.
RCSD: Two 17-year-olds charged with the murder of an A.C. Flora student last week
The Richland County Sheriff’s Department says they arrested two 17-year-olds and charged them with the murder of an A.C. Flora student last week.
Fort Jackson getting new commanding general this month
Later this month, officials with Fort Jackson say Brig. Gen. Patrick R. Michaelis will take over as the fort’s new commanding general.
Irmo police announce arrest made in connection with weekend shooting in Friarsgate neighborhood
The Irmo Police Department says they arrested an individual in connection with a shooting that took place Sunday.
SC Department of Corrections bringing back some in-person visits this month
Some state prisons will reopen for in-person visits this month. The Department of Corrections says visitation will resume June 19 for vaccinated inmates at minimum security facilities across the state.
Historically Black SC technical school offers free tuition
A technical college in rural South Carolina is offering free tuition for the first 500 students who enroll for the fall 2021 semester.
Columbia Animal Services looking for volunteers to foster pets
Columbia Animal Services is asking you to consider becoming a foster parent to a furry friend this summer!
DHEC expanding Vaccination Homebound Project to all 46 counties in the state
On Wednesday, DHEC announced that they will expand their Vaccination Homebound Project to all 46 counties in the state. The move comes in an effort to provide vaccinations to rural and underserved communities throughout South Carolina.
Steve Martin and Martin Short are bringing some laughs to the Township Auditorium this October
Steve Martin and Martin Short are bringing their comedy show to Columbia this fall. The show is scheduled for Saturday, October 23 at the Township Auditorium.
