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SCDOT prepares for Hurricane Helene, provides tips should you have to drive

Should you have an issue on any state-maintained roadway, SCDOT encourages anyone to call them directly at 855-467-2368.

Hurricane Helene Coverage Sept. 26, 2024

Hurricane Helene Coverage Update

Chief Meteorologist John Farley gives an update on the possible impacts and the path of Hurricane Helene.

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DOJ: Columbia man sentenced for drug charges

A Columbia man was sentenced to 13 years in prison after pleading guilty to possession with the intent to distribute both crack and marijuana, said the DOJ.

SLED charges former Camden Military Academy Dean of Students with criminal solicitation of a minor

The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) has charged the former Camden Military Academy Dean of Students after he allegedly had inappropriate social media communication with a cadet, say agents.

Man arrested after drugs found during traffic safety checkpoint

Orangeburg County Sheriff Leroy Ravenell has announced that drugs and more than $12,000 was seized during a traffic safety checkpoint.

Lexington men plead guilty to conspiracy to commit wire fraud, mail fraud

Two Lexington men have both pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy to commit wire fraud and mail fraud or their involvement in a business email compromise and romance scam scheme, said the DOJ.

Camden Military Academy employee terminated after alleged social media message with cadet

A Camden Military Academy employee has been fired after the school was made aware of alleged inappropriate social media communication between a cadet, said school officials.

Richland County man convicted in deadly shooting case

A Richland County jury has convicted a man of voluntary manslaughter and possession of a weapon during a violent crime on Thursday, Sept. 12, said the solicitor's office.

SC Governor McMaster declares State of Emergency ahead of Hurricane Helene

Governor McMaster has issued Executive Order 2024-24, which activates the South Carolina Emergency Operations Plan and directs the South Carolina Emergency Management Division to coordinate with all relevant state agencies in preparation for potential requests for state assistance from local officials and county emergency management leaders.

Columbia PD redirecting traffic due to flooding along Blossom Street

Columbia Police is redirecting traffic along Blossom St. near Huger Street due to severe flooding in the area, says CPD.

Tracking Helene: ABC Columbia update with Meteorologist Tyler Ryan

ABC Columbia is tracking Helene - here is an update with Crysty Vaughan and Meteorologist Tyler Ryan

Man saved after vehicle stalls in flooded waters, say firefighters

The intersection of Main and Whaley Streets are flooded as the Midlands deal with heavy rain, according to CRFD.

2 taken to hospital after shooting incident, say deputies

Richland County deputies say two people have been taken to a hospital after a shooting incident on Longtown Road.

SC Attorney General Alan Wilson announces state’s price gouging law in effect

SC Attorney General Alan Wilson has announced on Thursday that the state's price gouging law has gone into effect since the governor declared a state of emergency due to Hurricane Helene.

Lexington PD searching for 2 people accused of using stolen credit cards at Walmart

Police officers with the Lexington Police Department are asking for the public's help finding two people accused of stealing, say officers.

SCEMD elevates state's readiness, response as Hurricane Helene approaches SC

The South Carolina Emergency Management Division has elevated the state's readiness and response to Operating Condition Level Two, or OPCON 2, as Hurricane Helene approaches South Carolina, said officials.

Service numbers available during and after Hurricane Helene

There are several numbers to call during and after we feel the effects of Helene in the Palmetto State Thursday night to Friday morning.

Hurricane Helene closings, delays

Here is a list of the area schools and buildings reporting changes to their schedules due to Hurricane Helene.

SCDOT preparing for Hurricane Helene impacts

The South Carolina Department of Transportation says crews are preparing for potential impacts related to Hurricane Helene.

"Just walk out" -- Prisma Health and Amazon open staffless store inside children's hospital

Imagine being able to walk into a store, grab the items you want, and walk out -- without ever interacting with a cashier. Well now doctors, nurses, and guests at Prisma Health's Richland campus can do just that.