SLED: Teen escapees from DJJ have been captured
The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division is warning the public of two males who escaped from the Three Rivers Behavioral Health facility in Lexington County.
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Town of Batesburg-Leesville to host Concert in the Park
The Town of Batesburg-Leesville is holding a Concert in the Park event on Saturday.
Newberry High student facing disciplinary action after bullet found at school
Newberry County deputies say a student may face criminal charges following a post falsely claiming school shootings were about to take place this week.
Three big Powerball tickets expire soon in South Carolina
Some lucky winners in the Palmetto State have only one week left to claim their winnings, according to SC Lottery officials.
2 arrested after deputies find 'Glock switches', drugs in Sumter home
Two people have been arrested after warrants were served earlier this week at a Sumter home, said police.
CPD: 2 drivers hospitalized after collision
Two drivers have been hospitalized after a collision in Richland County, say officers.
McMaster claims 'devastating consequences' after Supreme Court strikes voucher program
A law allowing families to use taxpayer money for private school education violates the constitution, the South Carolina Supreme Court ruled Wednesday.
Lexington Police requesting public's help identifying an alleged shoplifter
Lexington Police is requesting the public's help identifying an alleged shoplifter, say officers.
Richland Coroner identifies woman who drove into the Broad River
The Richland County Coroner has identified the woman whose body was discovered after crashing a vehicle into the Broad River Wednesday.
SLED arrests two Richland Co. men on burglary charges
The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) agents say they arrested two Richland County men on burglary charges in Union County.
Department of Public Safety investigates deadly crash
The South Carolina Highway Patrol continues to investigate the cause of a single car deadly crash.
STATE OF THE UNIVERSITY: USC president highlights accomplishments in annual address
For this semester, USC celebrates a record-high enrollment of more than 38,000 students.
23 years since 9/11 attacks -- local ceremony honors fallen heroes
"It's those heroes, the ones that not only played a crucial role 23 years ago, but the ones who have everyday since stepped up. It's those men and women we say thank you. It's to those heroes we must show our gratitude," says Ryan.
Local Living: Thrive Together Open House, Child and Family Resource Foundation, Fall Arts and Crafts Market
Local Living: Check out some events to enjoy in the Midlands.
SC State Museum marking the anniversary of 9/11 attacks with item from World Trade Center
To mark the anniversary of the 9/11 attacks part of a steel beam from the World Trade Center is on display on the second floor of the SC State Museum.
SCDC: Former correctional officer charged with misconduct in office after sending money to inmates
A former correctional officer is being charged with misconduct in office after sending money to inmates, said SCDC.
School District Five to host Block Party for Harbison Gardens Community
Lexington-Richland School District Five is hosting another block party in the community for students and families to gain access to community resources, says the district.
Coroner identifies individual who died in a house fire
Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher has identified the individual who died in a house fire on Monday, said the coroner's office.
SCDOT to temporarily close, detour I-26 Westbound ramp at Exit 91 A in Lexington County
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) will temporarily close the I-26 westbound ramp at exit 91 A to complete roadwork that is part of the Midlands Connection project, according to officials.
Columbia Man sentenced to federal prison for unlawful possession of a firearm
A Columbia man was sentenced to more than 8 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to being a felon in possession of a firearm and possession with intent to distribute a controlled substance, said the DOJ.
RCSD: Deputies respond to report of man being ran over
Richland County deputies find woman accused of running over man after she drove off into Broad River, say deputies.
Richland County Recreation Commission to host 37th annual Midlands Area Senior Games
The Richland County Recreation Commission welcomes senior athletes from across the midlands to compete in the 37th Annual Midlands Area Senior Games.
$925K federal grant boosts sexual assault support in South Carolina
A federal grant will assist a South Carolina agency to extend support and services to people who have experienced sexual assault.
SCSO: Woman has been in contact with her family
Sumter County Sheriff's Office says Parrott has been in contact with her family and is no longer considered missing.
A federal judge tosses a lawsuit over the ban on recorded inmate interviews in South Carolina
A federal judge has thrown out a lawsuit trying to overturn the South Carolina prison system's banning on-camera, in-person interviews with inmates or recording their phone calls for broadcast.
