Parties weigh-in on future of wastewater in the Saluda River
DHEC's decision about what to do with CWS' discharge permit could affect the future possibility of a short term fix for getting the wastewater out of the river.
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"Catfishing" Poses Threat to Online Daters
Following two cases of online dating gone wrong, the Richland County Sheriff's Department is now warning about the dangers of social media dating sites.
Woman sentenced for stealing from S. Carolina charter school
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A former Lee County charter school director has been sentenced to federal prison for stealing more than $1.5 million intended to help educate low-income children.
Animal Shelter Aims for 'No Kill' Community by 2018
As the nation celebrates national dog day, the City of Columbia Animal Shelter is reminding people to think of four-legged friends in search of a home.
Coroner identifies name of 22-year-old killed in motorcycle accident
Richland County Coroner Gary Watts has released the name of the individual that died Tuesday after the motorcycle he was on collided with two other vehicles at Rosewood Drive and Kilbourne Road.
21-year-old arrested in connection with Little Mountain murder
A fourth suspect was arrested Tuesday in connection with the Little Mountain murder that occurred last month.
Suspected shooter not dead, posted videos of shooting on Facebook
The suspect in the Wednesday morning shooting which left two dead and one injured, posted videos of the incident on Facebook.
Bond hearing delayed for ex-officer charged with murder
A bond hearing has been delayed for a white former North Charleston police officer charged in the shooting death of a black motorist.
Officials: Florida man, 86, drowns in South Carolina lake
IVA, S.C. (AP) — Officials say an 86-year-old Florida man has drowned in an Anderson County lake.
Residents criticize Columbia-area utility's sewage plan
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Midlands residents are urging state regulators to deny a permit for a Columbia-area utility's sewage plans.
ABC News received a fax from someone claiming to be Bryce Williams, person of interest in VA shooting
ABC News received a fax from someone claiming to be Bryce Williams. It is a lengthy document: 23 pages. ABC News has turned it over to authorities.
TV Reporter, Cameraman Killed On-Air After Gunman Opens Fire in Virginia
A shooting on live television has left a reporter and a cameraman dead, according to their news station.
Coroner identifies man killed in car accident
Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher has identified the individual who was killed in the one-vehicle accident Tuesday.
NTSB member Sumwalt to deliver speech on emerging technology
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A member of the National Transportation Safety Board is addressing an aerospace industry conference in South Carolina.
One dead following motorcycle accident
Columbia police officials say a person is dead following a crash involving a motorcycle and a car at the corner of South Kilbourne Road and Rosewood Drive Tuesday night.
Jeb Bush's son attending South Carolina office opening
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The namesake son of Jeb Bush is attending the grand opening of a campaign office in South Carolina.
Hundreds demand DHEC refuse permit to CWS
Hundreds of people filled an auditorium at the Department of Health and Environmental Control Tuesday night, to demand that a discharge permit not be reissued to Carolina Water Service.
Man pleads guilty to using phone cards in gambling operation
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Prosecutors say a 40-year-old Columbia man who fought South Carolina for years has admitted his phone card business was actually an illegal gambling operation.
Public workers won't pay more for health care in 2016
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina's public employees will not pay more for health insurance next year, but their employers will.
Educators Talk Bullying Prevention
With children back in school, bullying prevention is once again at the forefront. Educators are giving insight on how they train teachers to stop the problem before it begins.
Person of interest named in Columbia Murder
Columbia Police Chief Skip Hollbrook says police are looking for Rondrell Sumter in connection with the August 19th shooting death of James Sumpter.
American Red Cross Aids Residents in Apartment Fire
A fire late Monday night at the Brookfield Apartments in Columbia damaged 6 apartment units and left 13 residents displaced.
Man shot to death at Columbia apartment complex
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Richland County deputies are investigating the shooting death of a man at a Columbia apartment complex.
Haley, KS Gov. against Guantanamo detainees
The governors of South Carolina and Kansas are warning the Obama administration they are ready to take action if detainees from Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, are brought to military installations in either state.
Toucan Tuesday partnership provides food for needy families
Harvest Hope Food Bank picked up the final bins of canned goods collected through this year's Toucan Tuesday partnership with Riverbanks Zoo and Garden on Thursday.
