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Richland County deputies investigating assault at ASGDC

Richland County deputies are investigating an assault that happened at the Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center on Monday, says RCSD.

CPD arrest additional people in Five Points shooting investigation

Columbia Police have arrested two additional people in connection with a September shooting that happened in the Five Points area, say police.

News outlets sue Trump over lost White House access, citing 'blatant violation' of First Amendment

This combination of photos shows MS NOW White House reporter Akayla Gardne, from left, CNN Senior White House Reporter Betsy Klein and Politico White House reporter Cheyenne Haslett near the White House complex after all were…

Woman charged after leading deputies on high-speed chase at 140 mph

After the suspect began traveling westbound in the eastbound lanes of I-26, Deputy Kyle Owens reportedly made the decision to place his own life at risk and drive his patrol car into the Mercedes to bring it to a stop.

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Paramount reaches deal with state AGs on merger lawsuit

State attorneys general suing to block Paramount's acquisition of Warner Brothers Discovery, CNN’s parent company have reached a settlement.

Student charged after allegedly bringing stun gun on school grounds

Sheriff Leon Lott says a 7th grader was petitioned for allegedly having a stun gun on school grounds, states RCSD.

Man charged with 8 counts of breaking into motor vehicle, other charges

Man charged with 8 counts of breaking into motor vehicle and other charges, says RCSD.

Sumter Police working to find 35-year-old with medical condition

Sumter Police say officers are working to find a 35-year-old with a medical condition, says SPD.

Whiskey, Wine & Blues Festival returning to the Midlands

The Whiskey, Wine & Blues Festival is returning to the South Carolina State Fairgrounds in November.

Lee County Riot trial begins

The trial for one of the inmates involved in the deadly Lee County Correctional Riot in 2018 is just underway.

SLED rescues 19 dogs, charges 4 Sumter Co. men in dogfighting investigation

South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) has charged four men after dogfighting investigation, says SLED.

Orangeburg County deputies arrest man on several charges

Orangeburg County deputies say they've arrested a man on several charges.

SC State Fair to have sensory friendly morning

As fair season in Columbia is coming up, there will be a quieter day for all residents to enjoy.

Sumter woman charged with arson after setting home ablaze

A Sumter woman has been arrested and charged with arson after allegedly setting fire to the home where she lived, says SCSO.

Dhec Offers Free Hiv Testing During "prep Awareness Week"

SCDPH offering free STD, HIV Testing

In observance of PrEP Awareness Week, SCDPH is offering free STD, HIV testing.

1 killed; multiple injured in four vehicle collision on US-378 Sunday

Highway patrol says one person is dead and four others are injured after a four vehicle collision on US-378 Sunday morning.

State launches new effort to help drivers determine whether EVs are the right fit for their needs

Columbia, SC (WOLO) — Electric vehicles (EVs) are becoming more common on South Carolina roads, according to the South Carolina Energy Office (SCEO). SCEO conducted a survey to find out what…

Trump's green card public charge rule takes effect

A rule took effect Friday, September 18, that could make it harder for some immigrants to get green cards.

Free microchips for pit-bulls and pit-mixes

Officials with Pawmetto Lifeline say pit-bulls are overwhelming area shelters and being euthanized at an alarming rate.

Lee County Riot trial starts Monday

The trial for one of the inmates involved in the deadly Lee County Correctional Riot in 2018 starts Monday, September 21.

Flags to be at half-staff Friday

In honor of POW/MIA Recognition Day on Friday, Sept. 18, here in South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster has ordered flags atop state and local public buildings be flown at half-staff.