Pelion man arrested on charges related to the sexual exploitation of a minor
According to South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson, a Pelion man was arrested on charges connected to the sexual exploitation of a minor.
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Rep. Joe Wilson kicks off legislative agenda press tour
On Monday, Congressman Joe Wilson kicked off his annual legislative agenda press tour. Congressman Wilson says his legislative agenda will focus on four areas including creating jobs, promoting conservative solutions, safeguarding our military and national security and defeating the pandemic.
LCSD arrests man accused of fatal shooting on Platt Springs Road
Lexington County deputies say they arrested a suspect for a fatal shooting on Platt Springs Road Sunday morning.
LCSD: Suspect arrested for fatal shooting on Platt Springs Road
The Lexington County Sheriff’s Department have arrested a man for a deadly shooting early Sunday morning at a business on Platt Springs Road.
LCSD: Deputies arrest man after more than 90 pounds of marijuana is found in his home
The Lexington County Sheriff's Department says they arrested a man on Thursday, after they found more than 90 pounds of marijuana in his home.
LPD asking for help identifying man accussed of stealing a catalytic converter
The Lexington Police Department is asking for the public's help in identifying an individual who, they say, likely cut a catalytic converter out of a white Izuzu box truck.
Lexington-Richland Five hosting virtual Teacher Recruitment Event
On February 6, Lexington-Richland School District Five will host a virtual Teacher Recruitment Event for prospective educators to learn about and apply for employment opportunities.
Highway Patrol investigating fatal collision on US-378
South Carolina Highway Patrol is investigating a collision that killed one person in Lexington County Tuesday. It happened on US-378 near the intersection of Shorty Road around 6:30 p.m.
LCSD: Leesville man arrested after being found hiding in a stolen camper
The Lexington County Sheriff's Department says they arrested a Leesville man on Tuesday after he was found hiding in a stolen camper. Deputies say 53-year-old Rex Jason Corder is charged with operating a chop shop and receiving stolen goods.
Lexington Police looking for suspect accused of passing counterfeit bills
The Lexington Police Department says they are looking for an individual who passed counterfeit $50 bills at multiple Lexington businesses. Police say the incidents occurred on January 19.
LCSD: Swansea man arrested for weekend stabbing
The Lexington County Sheriff's Department says they arrested a man accused of stabbing another man on Saturday. Authorities say 25-year-old Marshal Adam Hogston was arrested Monday and charged with attempted murder, carjacking and possession of a weapon during a violent crime.
Lexington-Richland Five returning to five day in-person school week, despite pushback
Lexington-Richland School District Five will return to fully face-to-face instruction after the board met last night and discussed the topic for hours.
Students gather outside Lexington-Richland 5 board meeting to protest transition to five day in-person school week
Students in the Lexington-Richland 5 School District, who are part of the hybrid learning model, are transitioning from a four day in-person schedule to a five day face-to-face schedule, beginning next Monday, but many students and parents are concerned with the district’s decision.
LCSD: Gaston man arrested on gun and drug charges
he Lexington County Sheriff's Department says narcotics agents arrested a man originally wanted on traffic charges, after he ran from them with drugs in his pocket.
Limited School Choice applications now open for Lexington District Two
According to Lexington School District Two, applications for the district's Limited School Choice program are now open.
Driver killed after vehicle hits utility pole, overturns on Hermitage Road
South Carolina Highway Patrol says a driver died after hitting a utility pole and overturning on Hermitage Road.
DHEC: Rabid raccoon found in Lexington County
According to the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, a raccoon discovered in Lexington County was confirmed to have rabies.
LPD: Vehicle collision on Old Chapin Road knocks down several power poles
The Lexington Police Department says a single vehicle collision knocked down several power poles and lines this week.
LCSD: Three Columbia residents arrested after deputies find catalytic converters during traffic stop
The Lexington County Sheriff's Department says they arrested three Columbia residents after deputies found catalytic converters and tools commonly used to remove them during a traffic stop on Wednesday.
Governor McMaster tours coronavirus vaccination sites across the state
Governor Henry McMaster got a first hand look at one of the state's vaccine distribution sites Monday afternoon. The governor toured Lexington Medical Center where vaccines are now available for seniors over 70.
Driver identified after fatal crash on Sharon Church Road in Swansea
The Lexington County Coroner's Office has identified the victim of a fatal crash on Sharon Church Road in Swansea.
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.
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.
