SC Dept. of Probation Parole and Pardon Services welcome new K9 members to team
The South Carolina Department of Probation Parole and Pardon Services is welcoming two new K9 members to its team for a very specific task.
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Local Living: Italian Festival, Boo at the Zoo, State fair
Local Living: Events to enjoy!
Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate Dr. Annie Andrews speaks at Trump-Epstein bookmobile event
Friday, October 16, the Trump-Epstein bookmobile stopped by the Midlands.
SC State taking precautions to ensure safe environment during homecoming
As South Carolina State University prepares to welcome thousands of alumni and visitors for homecoming 2026, university officials say they are taking additional steps to ensure a safe environment for everyone.
Midlands resident wins $30K lottery
A Midlands lottery player says winning $30,000 on a $2 scratch-off feels like a dream, said lottery officials.
Man arrested in connection with a Thursday evening homicide
Sheriff Leon Lott says a man has been arrested in connection with a homicide Thursday evening on Sterling Cross Drive.
Fight over evidence in Alex Murdaugh retrial turns to DNA and missing murder weapons
Prosecutors and lawyers for Alex Murdaugh returned to court on Friday amid escalating disputes over evidence for his retrial next year on murder charges.
Overturned tractor-trailer blocks all lanes on I-26EB at MM166
SCDOT officials say an overnight wreck is blocking all lanes at I-26 East at mile marker 166 this morning.
Halloween events in the Midlands
As the season begins to change there are Halloween events to enjoy the trick-or-treat season.
Richland County Council members held ceremony for new road widening project
Richland County Council members held a groundbreaking ceremony Thursday morning, October 15 for a new road widening project at Pineview.
SC Supreme Court heard arguments from 1 of 3 people sentenced for teen's 2021 death
The South Carolina Supreme Court heard arguments from 1 of the 3 people sentenced for a teen's death in 2021.
Local Living: Biscuits and Bluegrass, Famously Hot South Carolina Pride, Honor the Dream food drive, CPD's Faith and Blue event
Local Living: Events in the Midlands
Campaigns ramping up in SC ahead of elections
President Trump is expected to participate in a tele-rally for Republican Senator Darline Graham Thursday night at 6 p.m.
Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World coming to the Midlands
Bass Pro Shops announced Thursday plans for a new destination retail location in the Midlands.
State emergency officials remind residents how to stay safe in case an earthquake hit
Thursday (October 15) was the annual "Great Southeast Shakeout"
ODPS Fire Department responded to Corona Drive multi-family dwelling fire
Wednesday afternoon, ODPS Fire Department responded to a multi-family dwelling fire on Corona Drive, say fire officials.
Orangeburg man accused of burning puppy alive sentenced to 5 years
An Orangeburg man accused of burning a puppy back in 2024 is set to be sentenced Thursday (October 15).
Kershaw Co. deputies seeking public help following damage at local park
The Kershaw County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's assistance in identifying those responsible for damage that happened Wednesday night at a local park.
Cola-Fire crews responded to Wednesday night house fire
Cola Fire third shift crews responded to a house fire on Wednesday night, say fire officials.
CPD: Body found at Parkview Inn motel
Columbia Police Department says a body was discovered at the Parkview Inn motel at 3301 N. Main Street this morning.
Local Living: 100 men against sexual violence campaign
Local Living: Pathways to Healing is leading a campaign
RCSD speaks with Richland One about Autism Decal Program
Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott spoke with Richland One's Office of Special Services about the department's Autism Decal Program.
2nd person arrested in connection with August murder
Sumter County deputies arrested a second suspect in connection to a murder in August, say officials.
Sumter Co. deputies searching for missing woman last seen last Monday
Sumter County deputies are searching for a missing woman was last seen on last Monday, says the sheriff's office.
Early voting for South Carolina’s Nov. 3 election starts Oct. 19
Early voting for South Carolina’s Nov. 3 Statewide General Election begins Monday, Oct. 19.
