Lexington man arrested on charges related to the sexual exploitation of a minor
According to Attorney General Alan Wilson, a Lexington man faces eight charges related to the sexual exploitation of a minor.
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Harvest Hope partnering with Northside Baptist for the food bank's biggest food drive of the year
On Saturday, Harvest Hope Food Bank is teaming up with Northside Baptist Church for their "Food from the Heart" food drive. They will be taking donations at the church from 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Two winning lottery tickets sold in the Midlands
Two Midlands lottery players won big on Wednesday night's Powerball drawing. No one hit the jackpot, but lottery officials say a ticket worth $2 millions was purchased at Rucker Feed and Seed in Pelion.
Residents in Lexington County can now text 911
Lexington County residents can now text 911 in case of an emergency. County officials say the new technology will allow hearing and speech impaired residents, as well as those in potentially dangerous situations, to reach out for help.
Lexington PD asking for help identifying shoplifter from Walmart on Sunset Boulevard
The Lexington Police Department is asking for the public's help in identifying an individual accused of shoplifting from the Walmart on Sunset Boulevard.
Memorial planned for 25 people who weren't claimed by family
A coroner's office in South Carolina is holding its first public memorial service for people who died but their bodies weren't claimed by family or friends or were too poor to afford a burial. The Lexington County Coroner's Office will honor 25 people at its indigent burial service at 10 a.m.
Multiple Midlands groups taking part in Prescription Drug Take Back Day this Saturday
Multiple local law enforcement agencies are taking part in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday.
LCSD: Lexington woman arrested, accused of hitting a man in the head with a hatchet
The Lexington County Sheriff's Department says a woman is accused of attacking a man with a hatchet on Saturday night.
Lexington Medical Center hosting multiple vaccine clinics throughout the week
This week, the Lexington Medical Center has multiple opportunities for you to get your coronavirus vaccine.
Lexington Richland Five vaccinates school staff with help from Lexington Medical Center
Friday morning, Lexington Richland School District Five partnered with the Lexington Medical Center to vaccinate its school staff. The vaccinations were done at Dutch Fork High School.
Lexington County man sentenced to 28 years for criminal sexual conduct with a minor
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson says a Lexington County man has been sentenced to 28 years in prison after pleading guilty to sex crimes with a minor.
Lexington PD need help identifying individuals accused of taking merchandise, assaulting employee at Ulta
The Lexington Police Department is asking for the public's help in identifying three individuals accused of taking more than $5,000 in merchandise and assaulting an employee at Ulta on Sunset Boulevard.
LCSD: Arson suspect charged with setting three additional fires in 2020
The Lexington County Sheriff's Department says a man arrested for setting two building fires in March is facing additional arson charges for three 2020 fires.
Pine Ridge Police Department introducing new police chief Tuesday evening
The Pine Ridge Police Department will have a new chief starting Tuesday. Andre Williams will be sworn in at 7 p.m. during a Town Hall meeting.
Man sentenced to 70 years in prison for setting a woman on fire in Cayce in 2019
A man convicted of setting a woman on fire has been sentenced to 70 years in prison. According to the 11th Circuit Solitictor's Office, Robert Green was sentenced for the incident that took place in Cayce in 2019.
Lexington PD asking for help identifying suspect who attempted to break into a Food Lion
The Lexington Police Department is asking for help identifying an individual accused of attempting to break into a Food Lion on April 3.
No one is hurt after a building fire on Sunset Boulevard in Lexington
The Lexington County Fire Service says no one is hurt after a building fire on Sunset Boulevard on Saturday.
LCFS: Spark caused gas station to catch fire on Broad Street
Lexington County firefighters say a spark caused a gas station, a gas tanker, and several vehicles to catch fire on Broad Street Tuesday.
Lexington County mother sentenced to 38 years in prison for homicide by child abuse
A Lexington County mother was sentenced to 38 years in prison for homicide by child abuse. According to the 11th Circuit Court Solicitor's Office, in July of 2017 Cynthia Estrada-Lopez used tape to restrain four-year-old Lilly Lopez to her bed and covered her mouth with tape.
Lexington County Coroner identifies victim from accident at the intersection of Pine Grove and Fairview Road
Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher is releasing the name of a man killed as a result of a single-car accident at the intersection of Pine Grove Road and Fairview Road. Officials say the incident occurred at approximately 2:45 a.m. Monday morning.
Irmo Mayor Barry Walker launching new program for at-risk youth
The mayor of Irmo wants to help at-risk youth in the area with a new program launching soon. Friday, Irmo Mayor Barry Walker announced plans for what he calls a youth focused crime fighting program.
Lexington PD: Two men arrested after being caught stealing catalytic converters from JT's on Sunset Boulevard
The Lexington Police Department says two men were arrested after they were found stealing catalytic converters from JT's Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM on Sunset Boulevard overnight.
