Lexington News
Four veterans laid to rest at Fort Jackson National Cemetery
Four veterans were laid to rest at Fort Jackson National Cemetery Friday morning.
Lexington County Coroner releases cause of death for missing Columbia teen whose body was discovered Thursday
Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher has released the cause of death for a Richland County teenager whose body was discovered in Lexington County early Thursday morning. The coroner says 15-year-old Sanaa Amenhotep died as a result of multiple gunshot wounds.
LCSD: Gaston man facing charges after deputies seize over 400 grams of cocaine and a gun during a traffic stop
The Lexington County Sheriff's Department says a Gaston has been arrested after deputies found over 400 grams of cocaine and a gun during a traffic stop Thursday.
Several employers looking to hire in the Midlands at SC Works Virtual Job Fair Thursday
SC Works is having a virtual job fair Thursday and several employers are looking to hire in the Midlands. The hiring event will be from 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Midlands law enforcement collects hundreds of pounds of medication on Drug Take Back Day
This past Saturday, law enforcement agencies across the state held Drug Take Back Day, and several Midlands agencies say it was a successful day.
Lexington County Coroner releases name of victim from fatal collision Saturday
The Lexington County Coroner's Office released the identity of a woman killed in an accident over the weekend.
Lexington PD need help identifying suspect involved in Hobby Lobby shoplifting
The Lexington Police Department is asking for your help identifying a man they say was involved in a shoplifting incident at Hobby Lobby on April 10.
RCSD announces arrest of fourth juvenile for armed robbery of elderly woman in March
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says they arrested a fourth juvenile in connection with the armed robbery of an elderly woman in March. Deputies say they placed a 16-year-old in custody on Friday, and he is being charged with armed robbery, grand larceny and possession of a weapon during a violent crime.
AG Wilson announces sentencing for two men convicted of violent rape and robbery in 2017
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced that two men were sentenced for a rape and robbery that took place in 2017.
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.
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.
