Columbia Police investigating Gervais Street shooting
Officers with the Columbia Police Department are investigating a shooting after a report of a shooting on Gervais Street on Friday, said CPD.
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Columbia-Richland Fire Department to hold annual food drive on December 20th
An annual food drive hosted by the Columbia-Richland Fire Department is set to help nearly 500 families in need this holiday season.
Local Living: Harlem Globetrotters at Colonial Life Arena
Local Living: Harlem Globetrotters at Colonial Life Arena
Columbia-Richland firefighters hold food drive
This holiday season the Columbia-Richland Fire Department is hearing up for its annual “Firefighters Feeding Families Food Drive”.
Columbia man sentenced to prison after police find gun, drugs while serving arrest warrant
A 42-year-old Columbia man has been sentenced to seven years in federal prison after pleading guilty to possession with intent to distribute fentanyl, cocaine, and crack cocaine and possession of a firearm during a drug trafficking offense, said the DOJ.
One lane closed as crews continue roadwork
According to Richland County 'X' page, work on Blythewood Road will continue near Syrup Mill Road, going east toward I-77, from Sunday night, Dec. 15, to Thursday night, Dec. 20, from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m.
Federal officials say South Carolina mental illness group homes leave little hope of independence
The federal government has sued South Carolina, saying the state has not done enough to make sure people with serious mental illnesses are taken out of group homes and helped to get back into the community where they can work and lead independent lives.
42nd annual "Good Neighbor" event at Dominion Energy gives back to families in need
Known as the "Good Neighbor Fund Christmas Project," volunteers packed 450 bags of food filled with canned meat, vegetables, and fresh fruits.
Columbia Police investigating Richland/Lexington School District 5 bus collision
Officers with the Columbia Police Department are investigating a single-vehicle collision that involves a Richland/Lexington School District 5 bus.
2 taken to hospital after home fire in Richland County
Two people were taken to a hospital after a fire broke out at a home on Friday morning on Beaverbrook Road in Richland County, said the fire department.
SCDOR: 10 tips to help you get ready for tax season
The Department of Revenue (SCDOR) is giving away tips as tax season is nearing with just the new year three weeks away.
Cayce road closures due to annual Holiday Parade of Lights
There will be multiple road closures in the City of Cayce due to the Greater CWC Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center’s Annual Holiday Parade of Lights, according to city officials.
MUSC reveals "groundbreaking" findings in recent cervical cancer study
A milestone in public health has been reached as MUSC presents significant findings from a recent study that shows a decrease in cervical cancer deaths in the U.S.
Orangeburg County Superintendent delivers 2024 State of the District Address
The Superintendent of the Orangeburg County School District delivered his 2024 State of the District Address this week.
Newberry County man charged in fatal shooting of SLED K9
A Newberry County man has been charged in the fatal shooting of a SLED K9 after a Columbia federal grand jury returned a single-count indictment against him.
Lexington Police asking for public's help identifying person accused of attempting to use counterfeit bill
The Lexington Police Department is asking for the public's help identifying a person accused of trying to pass a counterfeit bill to a cashier.
City of Cayce Chief of Police stepping down after 2 months
The City of Cayce has announced that Chief of Police Herbert Blake, has resigned effective immediately.
Tips to try and avoid the dreaded holiday weight gain
Mandy Gaither has tips on how to avoid holiday weight gain.
Sumter Police: Ex-Husband charged in fatal shooting
Sumter Police have arrested a man accused of killing his ex-wife
Tips on Holiday Tipping
Holiday tipping: Tips on who you should be giving to and how much.
$5,000 reward for tips on suspect wanted in connection with attempted sexual assault at Fort Jackson
A $5,000 reward is being offered for information leading to the arrest of a man accused of attempted sexual assault and indecent exposure on Fort Jackson. The Army's Criminal Investigation Division says the incident was reported on November 24, 2024.
Gas prices rise in the Midlands amid Holiday season
According to GasBuddy, average gasoline prices in Columbia have risen 1.4 cents per gallon in the last week
SC Produce Distributor expands with $2.9 million investment, creating new jobs
According to the SC Governor's office, Senn Brothers Produce, a produce distributor, announced it is growing its South Carolina footprint with a new operation in Jasper County. The company’s $2.9 million investment will create 19 new jobs.
Army CID offers reward for sexual assault, indecent exposure suspect
Fort Jackson's Criminal Investigation Division is hoping someone recognizes an unknown man suspected of an attempted sexual assault, indecent exposure
A kitchen utensil you may need to throw out
Black-colored plastic used in children’s toys, takeout containers, kitchen utensils and grocery meat and produce trays may contain alarming levels of toxic flame retardants that may be leaching from electronic products during recycling, a new study found.
