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SCDNR: Body of missing boater found in Lake Murray, coroner identifies teen

The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources says they found the body of a missing boater in Lake Murray early this morning.

Richland County coroner identifies victim of fatal shooting

Richland County Coroner Naida Rutherford has released the identity of the individual who died as a result of a fatal Sunday shooting, said the coroner's office.

Harbison State Forest to reopen on Tuesday

SC Forestry Commission says Harbison State Forest will reopen to the public on Tuesday.

South Carolina Department of Public Health

SCDPH recognizes World Hepatitis Day

Today (Monday, July 28) is World Hepatitis Day.

Irmo Police asking drivers to steer clear of flooded roads

Irmo PD is asking drivers to steer clear of certain areas due to flooding from a storm, said officers.

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One dead, one injured in Sunday shooting

Investigators say they responded to a shots fired call around 5:30 in the afternoon to the 1600 block of Devonwood Dr.

Orangeburg brothers arrested while out on bond from a previous arrest

Sheriff Leroy Ravenell said, “My deputies went out there last week to serve more warrants from the June drug seizure, and we find even more drugs,” Ravenell said. “They got out on bond on drug charges, we have arrested them again, and now they’re out again.”

SCDOT to conduct nighttime traffic pacing operations on I-95/I-26 Interchange in Orangeburg

SCDOT is conducting nighttime traffic pacing operations on the I-95/I-26 Interchange in Orangeburg County for construction beginning Tuesday, says officials.

South Carolina gas prices drop slightly as national rates inch up, GasBuddy reports

The average price of gas dropped minimally in the state in the last week according to GasBuddy's survey of 3,028 stations in South Carolina.

RCSD: Former deputy charged with petit larceny

Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott says a former deputy has been arrested on charges of petit larceny.

Deputies: Four arrested in robberies

Deputies say the suspects were arrested between July 17th and July 25th.

Looking to save on back to school? SC Tax Free Weekend starts this Friday

The South Carolina Department of Revenue's Tax Free Weekend starts Friday, August 1 and runs through Sunday, August 3, 2025.

City of Columbia to kick-off “Sistercare Saturdays” in August

The City of Columbia’s Public Relations, Media and Marketing Department is hosting the first of two fundraising events for Sistercare.

Outbuilding total loss after Saluda County fire

On Sunday afternoon, Saluda County firefighters controlled an outbuilding fire, according to the fire service.

Cooling station opens in Newberry County to help beat the heat

People in Newberry County trying to beat the heat now have a place to go, according to officials.

City of Columbia to close North End of Riverfront Park

City of Columbia's Parks and Recreation Department will close the north end of Riverfront Park, said officials.

Law enforcement agencies around the Midlands helping community's beat the heat

As the warm and sunny Summers are coming up in the Midlands, law enforcement agencies are finding ways to help people beat the heat.

Project 2025 author Paul Dans will challenge Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham in South Carolina

A chief architect of Project 2025, Paul Dans, is launching a Republican primary challenge to Sen. Lindsey Graham in South Carolina, joining a crowded field that will test the loyalties of President Donald Trump and his MAGA movement in next year's midterm election.

Midlands man sentenced for sexual abuse of minors

Officials say Trevor Oty, 22, pleaded guilty to two counts of Criminal Sexual Conduct in the Second Degree, one count of Sexual Exploitation of a Minor in the First Degree, and one count of Criminal Solicitation of a Minor in the First Degree, on Thursday, July 10, 2025 in Lexington County General Sessions Court.