Crime watch program revived after tragedy in West Cola neighborhood
Residents and neighbors are using the recent violence in their neighborhood to revive their failed neighborhood watch program.
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Fighting Hunger in the Palmetto State
Across the nation, state leaders are asking communities to take part in the fight against hunger.
Columbia Officer Fired Following Nightclub Incident
A Columbia police officer is off the force after a late night altercation at a Midlands nightclub.
Ex-Chief Pleads Guilty to Lesser Charge
A white ex-police chief has agreed to plead guilty to a lesser charge in the shooting death of an unarmed black man.
Most USC fraternity recruiting suspended
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Most social fraternities at the University of South Carolina have been suspended from recruiting activities.
Newberry Officials Issue Two Scam Alerts
The Newberry County Sheriff's Office is issuing a warning for residents following two scams.
Historic Columbia hosting lecture series, book signings
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A new book and lecture series are offering a look into the past of South Carolina's capital city.
13 Fraternities suspended at USC following violations
Thirteen fraternities at The University of South Carolina were suspended following violations of university and Fraternity Council policies.
Child struck and killed at Pageland Elementary
A child has died after being struck by a vehicle outside of Pageland Elementary School.
Group calls for gun control taskforce
The National Action Network held a press conference on gun violence Tuesday afternoon at the State House calling form Governor Haley to put together a special task force.
Big dough for Special Olympics of SC
Area CiCi's pizza raised nearly $3,000 to benefit the Special Olympics of South Carolina.
Task force issues 50 solutions for curbing domestic violence
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A task force's recommendations for combating domestic violence in South Carolina include training more 911 operators, improving documentation of the crime scene and increasing the number of shelters statewide.
Harvest Hope & SC Food Bank Association Recognized at State House
Lt. Governor Henry McMaster recognized the efforts of Harvest Hope Food Bank and members of the South Carolina Food Bank Association on Tuesday in the lobby of the State House.
Grand jury indicts driver in deaths of Charlotte pastor's 2 children
A Pender County grand jury indicted a driver accused in the deaths of two Charlotte children.
DeKalb officer shot, critical after responding to wrong house
A DeKalb County police officer, who was shot after responding to a burglary call at the wrong house Monday night, is in critical condition.
Democrats pick candidate for seat of late Sen. Pinckney
Voters are going to the polls as Democrats select a candidate for the vacancy in the South Carolina Senate created by the shooting death of Sen. Clementa Pinckney at a church in Charleston earlier this year.
2 die in wreck in Columbia
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Two people have died in a wreck in Columbia
Pumpkin producers push through drought
One of the state's largest pumpkin growers says while the drought has cost him more this summer, it won't cost you when you go to pick out your pumpkin.
Officials Speak Out Against CWS Permit Renewal
Elected officials on both sides of the aisle echoing a sentiment expressed by more than 250 residents at a recent DHEC hearing.
Sumter deputies growing beards for a good cause
SUMTER, S.C. (AP) — Sumter County deputies might be looking a little hairy, but it's for a good cause.
RCSD arrest alleged gang member for murder
Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott announced the arrest of a man wanted in connection to an alleged killing.
Doughnut fundraiser to benefit Special Olympics
Local and State Law Enforcement officers will be camping out on the roofs of Columbia and Lexington Krispy Kreme locations for the annual Cops on Tops of Doughnut Shops benefiting the Special Olympics of South Carolina.
Lockdown at Manchester Elementary School lifted following arrest
The Sumter County Sheriff’s Office arrested a Pinewood-area man Monday morning after the suspect allegedly assaulted an employee with Manchester Elementary School earlier in the day.
Celebration planned to honor Chapin-Newberry AL Baseball Team
The Newberry and Chapin communities will host a celebration of the Chapin-Newberry American Legion baseball national championship team on September 6 at 4:00 pm in downtown Newberry at Memorial Park.
Report: Nine people killed on SC roadways over the weekend
The South Carolina Department of Public Safety announces a preliminary number of nine people killed on South Carolina roadways from August 28 at 6:00 p.m. until August 30 at midnight.
