DHEC reports 4,671 new covid-19 cases, 64 deaths Saturday
Saturday, DHEC reported 4,671 new cases of covid-19 in South Carolina, and 64 new deaths.
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Columbia Police investigating shooting incident at Finlay Park
The Columbia Police Department says they are investigating a shooting incident that took place Friday afternoon at Finlay Park.
Big Red Barn in Blythewood opens Warrior PATHH program to assist combat veterans
The Big Red Barn in Blythewood opened up their first Warrior PATHH program, which stands for Progressive Alternative Training for Healing Heroes.
City officials provide update on their preparations leading to Inauguration Day
For the next several days there will be a stepped up law enforcement presence both inside and outside the State House, out of caution ahead of the inauguration.
Health officials call on everyone to do their part to prevent the spread of COVID-19
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control is calling on everyone in the state to help prevent the record increase and spread of coronavirus.
LCSD searching for two men accused of stealing catalytic converters
The Lexington County Sheriff's Department says they are looking for two men suspected of stealing catalytic converters from vehicles.
RCSD asking for help identifying a suspect who robbed a Dollar General
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is asking for the public's help in identifying a suspect accused of an armed robbery at a Dollar General
Lexington woman sentenced to nine year in prison for meth, firearm charges
According to U.S. Attorney Peter M. McCoy Jr., a woman was sentenced to nine years in federal prison after pleading guilty to being a felon in possession of a firearm and ammunition and possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine.
Sumter PD: Woman wanted in connection with an armed robbery at a Broad Street motel
Sumter Police say a 19-year-old woman is wanted in connection with an attempted armed robbery on Thursday.
State and local law enforcement increasing security at the State House leading to Inauguration Day
With the inauguration of President-elect Joe Biden happening next week, you can expect increased security at the State House. The South Carolina Department of Public Safety, South Carolina Law Enforcement Division, Columbia Police Department and Richland County Sheriff’s Department say they are working together.
Prisma Health to open two large-scale COVID-19 vaccination sites in Columbia and Greenville on Monday
Beginning Monday, Prisma Health says it is opening two large-scale COVID-19 vaccination sites. The sites, located in Columbia and Greenville, are by appointment only.
South Carolina hires four new football coaches Friday
The University of South Carolina Board of Trustees approved four new athletics contracts Friday morning, paving the way for an almost complete coaching staff.
OCSO seeking person of interest in pocketbook theft case
The Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office says they are looking for a person of interest in the theft of a pocketbook from a shopping cart. Deputies say the theft occurred on Tuesday night at a Walmart.
RCSD: Attempted drug deal & robbery led to three deaths on Zimalcrest Drive
Richland County deputies say an attempted drug deal & robbery led to three men fatally shot on Zimalcrest Drive on Sunday.
Orangeburg County man faces charges for trafficking, distribution of cocaine
The Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office says they arrested a man on Tuesday when they found cocaine and guns while executing a search warrant.
SCHP: Pedestrian fatally stuck by vehicle in Orangeburg Wednesday night
South Carolina Highway Patrol says a pedestrian was fatally hit by a vehicle in Orangeburg Wednesday night.
Orangeburg County Schools to keep classes online through the end of the month
In a statement released Thursday, the Orangeburg County School District says they will continue with their 100% virtual learning model through the end of January.
Columbia man charged with sexual exploitation of a minor
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson says a Columbia man is facing charges related to the sexual exploitation of a minor.
