LCSD: Orangeburg man charged with stealing a truck from a used car dealership
The Lexington County Sheriff's Department says an Orangeburg man has been charged with stealing a truck from a West Columbia used car dealership.
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Lexington Police investigating attempted catalytic converter theft
The Lexington Police Department is asking for the public's help in identifying two individuals who, police say, attempted to steal a catalytic converter from a box truck.
West Columbia Police arrest two in connection with business vandalisms, looking for third
The West Columbia Police Department says they arrested two individuals in connection with a spree of business vandalism incidents.
Gilbert man accused of threatening a former assistant U.S. attorney and her family
According to U.S. Attorney Peter M. McCoy Jr., a Gilbert man is accused of threatening a former assistant U.S. attorney, her family and associates.
Lexington Police investigating several vandalism incidents at East Towne Centre
The Lexington Police Department says they are investigating several vandalism incidents at the East Towne Centre on Sunset Boulevard.
Lexington-Richland Five looking for substitute teachers
This Saturday, Lexington-Richland School District Five will hold a virtual teacher recruitment event. It takes place from 8:30-11:30 a.m.
The COMET launching new "Don't Miss Your Shot" campaign to give rides to vaccination sites
On Thursday, The COMET will launch their new campaign, titled "Don't Miss Your Shot," which will provide free rides to COVID-19 vaccination sites. The free rides to major vaccine sites in Richland and Lexington counties are available to anyone eligible to receive the vaccine.
Lexington Police asking for help identifying shoplifting suspect
The Lexington Police Department is asking for the public's help in identifying an individual accused of shoplifting.
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.
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.
