SCSO: Three individuals charged after deputies find children in house where drugs are being sold
The Sumter County Sheriff’s Office says three individuals are facing charges after deputies found children present in a house where drugs were sold.
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Staley helps sister battle leukemia, seeks more Black donors
Dawn Staley’s passion is evident when she’s on a basketball court.
City of Columbia hosting workshop that can help you save on your electric bill
Looking for ways to save on your electric bill? The City of Columbia has a virtual workshop that can help you. The “Energy 101: Keeping the Lights On” workshop starts Thursday at 6 p.m. on the City of Columbia’s YouTube page.
DHEC: 856 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, six additional deaths in SC
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released the state’s latest coronavirus data as of Wednesday.
Columbia woman sentenced to over 15 years in prison for enticing a minor to engage in sexual activity
According to acting United States Attorney M. Rhett DeHart, a Columbia woman was sentenced to over 15 years in prison after she pleaded guilty to enticing a minor to engage in sexual activity.
City of Columbia to re-open parks and amenities May 3
The City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department announced it will re-open parks and amenities on May 3. That includes community centers, neighborhood centers and the Drew Wellness Center.
Severe weather, tornadoes already hitting some southern states
Weather officials say severe weather has already hit states like Alabama and Mississippi, with reports of tornadoes, downpours and hail.
City of Sumter offices and parks closing at 1 p.m. Thursday due to weather
The City of Sumter says its administrative offices and city parks will close at 1 p.m. today due to expected severe weather.
Midlands attorney arrested, charged with lewd acts upon a minor
According to the Richland County Sheriff’s Department, a Midlands attorney was arrested and charged with lewd acts upon a minor. At approximately 7:40 a.m. Thursday, deputies say they executed a search warrant and brought 61-year-old Harry Gregory into custody without incident.
Potential severe storms cancel SC Senate and vaccine clinics
The potential for severe thunderstorms and possible tornadoes Thursday has led the South Carolina Senate to not meet at all and the House to tell members to come only if they feel safe. Nearly all of South Carolina is under a moderate risk of severe storms with forecasters also saying there could be a few strong tornadoes.
