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Officers investigate suspicious death in West Columbia
A person is dead after a shooting in West Columbia Saturday afternoon.
Orangeburg residents react after police officer was fired for use of force this week
An officer with the Orangeburg Department of Public Safety was relieved of his duties, following an accusation of excessive force this week. ABC Columbia's Alex Tejada spoke with residents in Orangeburg on how they feel about law enforcement’s presence in the city.
Lexington PD looking for individuals suspected of stealing utility trailers from River Bluff HS
The Lexington Police Department is asking for your help finding the drivers of two trucks who are suspected of stealing two utility trailers from River Bluff High School.
Local Living: Harlem Globetrotters and Professional Bull Riders coming to Colonial Life Arena!
Local Living: Harlem Globetrotters and Professional Bull Riders coming to Colonial Life Arena!
Former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo appears in press conference with Governor McMaster before Silver Elephant Dinner
This afternoon, Former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo appeared at a news conference with Governor Henry McMaster ahead of the Silver Elephant Dinner.
Kershaw County man arrested on charges related to the attempted sexual exploitation of a minor
A man from Kershaw County faces five charges related to the attempted sexual exploitation of a minor.
Contractor shortage in Richland County causes delay in trash and recycling pickup
If you live in Richland County and your recycling did not get picked up today, the county says it is due to a contractor shortage.
Town of Lexington National Night Out being held Tuesday at the Icehouse Amphitheater
Residents in the Town of Lexington are invited to bring the family to the Icehouse Amphitheater on Tuesday for National Night Out!
Saluda County deputies arrest repeat sex offender
Deputies in Saluda County say they arrested a repeat sex offender.
Orangeburg DPS: Officer fired for use of force during incident on Monday
Orangeburg DPS: Officer fired for use of force during incident on Monday
Lexington man facing six charges related to the sexual exploitation of minors
A Lexington County man was arrested on six charges related to the sexual exploitation of minors.
Residents try to beat the heat as the Midlands deals with high temperatures
In downtown Columbia, a high concentration of buildings in urban areas can make it warmer than surrounding areas, but there are times of the day it’s better to be outdoors than others. No matter where you are from, keeping yourself cool is important.
Live look at the Columbia Police Department National Night Out event
Tonight kicks off National Night Out for law enforcement agencies across the country and right here in the Midlands. Rochelle Dean was live from Page Ellington Park, where the Columbia Police Department held the event.
Local Living: St. Patrick's Day festival returning to Five Points, celebrate National Chicken Wing Day and more!
Local Living: St. Patrick's Day festival returning to Five Points, celebrate National Chicken Wind Day and more!
Richland County receiving additional funding through Emergency Rental Assistance Program
Officials in Richland County say the county will receive additional federal funding to help renters impacting by the coronavirus pandemic.
CAE reports higher than projected passengers traveling through the airport so far this year
Officials with the Columbia Metropolitan Airport say the number of passengers passing through the airport so far this year has been higher than they projected.
Prisma Health joins the Red Cross in asking for blood donations
Prisma Health is joining with the Red Cross in calling for blood donations. A spokesperson for Prisma Health says the summer is normally a time when supplies are low, but that has been made much worse by the pandemic.
Kershaw County Sheriff's Office hosting National Night Out event next week
The Kershaw County Sheriff's Office is hosting a National Night Out event next week. You and family can enjoy the first responders parade, a live DJ, food and drinks.
Gaston PD: Man wanted after fleeing from law enforcement
The Gaston Police Department are searching for a man who fled from law enforcement last week.
Newspaper sues school district after superintendent resigns
A South Carolina newspaper is suing a school district over officials’ lack of transparency in their handling of the resignation of a popular superintendent last month.
