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Local Living: Benedict College's Harambee Festival

Local Living: Teen dive-in movie night event, Friday Night Laser Light Show, Cayce Police's school supply drive

Local Living: Here is some Summer events in the Midlands to check out!

RIDE TO END ALZ: Carolina cyclists pedal across Palmetto State for good cause

Their goal is to raise funds for care and support for Alzheimer’s patients as well as money to research a cure.

ACC to use Apple's iPads on football sidelines and in coaching booths for video playback this fall

The Atlantic Coast Conference will collaborate with Apple to bring iPad technology to the sidelines and coaching booths for the upcoming season.

Donald Trump officially becomes GOP presidential nominee

Former President Donald Trump is now the official nominee of the Republican Party for the 2024 election.

SC Dept. Probation, Parole and Pardon Services launches new program for offenders seeking jobs

The South Carolina Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services (SCDPPPS) has announced a new program that will help offenders on their job search.

Gamecock football players spend day off field encouraging children to read

Some Gamecock football players traded in their helmets and their pads for books on Friday, July 12.

Early registration for Mayor’s Walk Against Domestic Violence open

Early registration for the 2024 Mayor’s Walk Against Domestic Violence has begun for anyone looking to participate.

Richland County Council To Vote On Proposed Transportation Penny Tax Referendum

Richland County Council passes proposed Transportation Penny Tax Referendum

The Richland County Council passed a proposed Transportation Penny Tax Referendum on Tuesday, July 16.

More SC troopers to be on roads for Operation Southern Slow Down campaign

More South Carolina troopers will be out on the roads this week as part of Operation Southern Slow Down.

City of Columbia hosting book drive for launch of “Little Libraries” initiative

The City of Columbia is hosting a community book drive to support the launch of the new “Little Libraries” initiative.

Former President Trump rushed off stage during rally

Trump rushed off stage by Secret Service as possible shots heard at Pennsylvania rally; former president 'fine,' spokesperson says A Trump spokesperson said the former president was "fine."

IRS warns of 'clean energy' tax scam

The internal revenue service is warning taxpayers about an emerging scam involving buying clean energy tax credits.

SC Dept. Probation, Parole and Pardon Services searches for 'most wanted'

The SCDPPPS are hoping you can help them locate one of their 'Most Wanted' offenders

Lexington County smoke advisory

You may have noticed smoke in the air in Lexington County this Friday morning.

Increase in firearms at TSA checkpoint

TSA officials say they have seen an increase in guns confiscated at airport check-ins in South Carolina.

Local Living: Columbia Warriors, Columbia Fire will face off in hockey game

Local Living: Events in the Midlands to check out!

RCSD: Former deputy arrested for DUI

A former Richland County Sheriff's Department deputy was arrested for a DUI on Thursday, says RCSD.

SLED charging Saluda County man with criminal sexual conduct with a minor

A Saluda County man is being charged in connection with criminal sexual conduct with a minor, said SLED.

LPD: Collision on South Lake Drive/SC-6 at I-20 cleared from roadway

Lexington Police say the collision on South Lake Drive/SC at I-20 has been cleared from the roadway.

State regulation causes confusion over what's allowed in the classroom

There’s still confusion over what can be allowed in the classroom a month from the start of school.

SCDOT to implement temporary lane closures on US 1 bridge over the Wateree River in Kershaw County

The South Carolina Department of Transportation will be implementing temporary lane closures on the US 1 Eastbound bridge over the Wateree River in Kershaw County beginning on Saturday, says SCDOT.