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West Columbia man sentenced in connection with child sexual abuse material

A West Columbia man was sentenced to federal prison for production of child sexual abuse material, says officials.

Early photos of enslaved people in 1850 head home from Harvard to South Carolina museum

Descendants of a father and daughter featured in what are believed to be the first photographs taken of enslaved people say they are happy their family members are finally going back to South Carolina.

Sumter Police searching for teen who left home

Sumter officers are searching for a 14-year-old who was last seen leaving home, said the police dept.

Rabid Raccoon Confirmed In Clarendon County, Four Pets Exposed

Rabid raccoon confirmed in Saluda County

South Carolina Department of Public Health confirms that a raccoon found near West Creek and Beulah roads in Leesville tested positive for rabies.

RCSD: Chase ends in arrest on I-77

Richland County Sheriff’s Department says a traffic stop that led to a chase ended on I-77 Monday afternoon.

CPD: Two people found shot at Woodland Terrace Apartments

Columbia Police say two people were shot at the Woodland Terrace Apartments on South Beltline Boulevard Tuesday night.

SLED investigating allegations of hazing within Lexington High School Baseball Team

Officials with the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) say they are investigating allegations of hazing within the Lexington High School Baseball Team.

USC student once facing deportation completes PHD

A University of South Carolina student who at one point was facing deportation has completed his PHD in chemistry.

Budget week at SC State House

It is budget week for state lawmakers.

Balloon release ban bill under consideration

A new bill could change the way some families and communities celebrate.

SCDMV to Offer Driver Suspension Eligibility Week

Some drivers with suspended licenses may be able to reduce or clear their suspension time with the SC Department of Motor Vehicles’ Driver Suspension Eligibility Week.

SLED charges Newberry Co. man with assault & battery

A Newberry County man is charged with assault following a 2025 shooting.

Joye Law Firm to offer free Uber vouchers for Saint Patrick's Day weekend

Joye Law Firm is offering $25 Uber vouchers to South Carolinians to help reduce impaired driving this Saint Patrick's Day weekend.

Alcohol server training deadline extended to May 1 in SC

The South Carolina alcohol server training deadline was extended to May 1, according to a release from the South Carolina Department of Revenue.

Columbia Police searching for missing woman last seen leaving hospital

Columbia PD's Special Victims Unit (SVU) investigators are searching for a 30-year-old who was reported as missing.

SC measles outbreak cases continue to climb with new cases

South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) has reported on new cases of measles in the state since Friday, March 6.

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RCSD investigating shooting after 1 injured

Richland Co. deputies are investigating a shooting after one person was injured.

Sumter School District selects new Superintendent

Sumter County School District's Board of Trustees unanimously selected Dr. Gerald Gary as Sumter School District Superintendent Monday night.

SC Housing announces Palmetto Heroes Program

Those who work in public service now have a better shot at home ownership.

Clarendon County deputies searching for teen reported as a runaway

Clarendon County deputies are searching for a teen that was reported as a runaway on Sunday.

SCEMD encourages preparedness during "Severe Weather and Flood Safety Week"

State Climatologist Hope Mizzell says severe weather and flooding can happen anytime of year, but when it comes to tornadoes in SC, 40% occur in March, April, and May. Now, she says, is the best time to prepare.