Sumter Co. Deputies: Man wanted for burglary, stalking charges
The Sumter County Sheriff’s Office has issued a warrant for the arrest of a man accused of burglary and stalking, say deputies.
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67-year-old woman dies after microwave incident causes home fire
A house fire has claimed the life of a 67-year-old woman in southwest Sumter County, said deputies.
Columbia Fireflies introduce new 803 Flex Pass
The Columbia Fireflies are launching a new pass for fans called 803 Flex Pass.
RCSD: 17-year-old arrested in connection with Villages at Lake Shore neighborhood shooting
ABC Columbia learned more about a shooting that happened at the Villages at Lake Shore neighborhood on Tuesday night that sent a 16-year-old to a hospital.
Gov. McMaster signs the ‘Child Online Safety Act’ and ‘The Help, Not Harm’ bills
Governor Henry McMaster signed the ‘Child Online Safety Act’ and ‘The Help, Not Harm’ bill on Wednesday, May 29.
SCDOT: Overnight detours scheduled at I-20 and Broad River Road interchange
Starting June 2, SCDOT will begin demolishing the old bridge on Broad River Road over I-20 at exit 65.
Bamberg Co. Sheriff's Dept. awarded Body Armor Grant Assistance
A local Sheriff's office is awarded five new Body Armor Vests thanks to a more than $9 thousand dollar grant
Another person identified in relation to fatal shooting, says Sumter Police
The Sumter Police Department says a third person has been identified in connection to a fatal shooting of a driver on Monday.
Nicki Minaj to make tour stop in Columbia
After a successful first leg of her U.S. tour, Rapper Nicki Minaj has announced the second leg of her 'The Pink Friday 2 World Tour'.
Sumter County deputies investigating reports of people targeting and breaking into vehicles
Sumter County deputies say there have reports of people targeting and breaking into Hyundai and Kia vehicles in an attempt to steal them.
$5.2 million overhaul to intersection of Bull Street and Elmwood Avenue now complete, say county leaders
The $5.2 million overhaul to the intersection of Bull Street and Elmwood Avenue is funded by the "Transportation Penny Project" -- bringing an addition of turning lanes, upgraded traffic signals, road resurfacing, and improved crosswalks for pedestrians.
Local Living: Black-Tie Affair Fundraiser for Benedict College, Columbia Fire's open house, Race To Thrive 5k And Fun Run
Local Living: Events in the Midlands to enjoy this Summer!
South Carolina's Supreme Court will soon have no Black justices
For the first time in nearly two decades, all the justices on South Carolina’s Supreme Court are going to be white.
Man in custody, juvenile identified as Sumter officers continue to investigate fatal shooting
A 19-year-old is in custody and a juvenile has been identified in connection with the fatal shooting of a driver in Sumter, say police.
Lexington Two giving children the opportunity to eat free during Summer break
Lexington School District Two says kids will be able to eat free during the Summer due to food program.
Sumter Police searching for teen last seen leaving home late Saturday
Sumter Police is asking for the public's help finding a 16-year-old last seen leaving his home on late Saturday, say SPD.
RCSD investigating late night home invasion, say deputies
Richland County deputies are investigating a late night home invasion that happened on last Friday, said deputies.
Mama G Miller holding Community Cookout & Conversation Event
The Mama G Miller for SC House Campaign will be holding a Community Cookout & Conversation event on Thursday, said the campaign.
SC lawmakers return to Columbia
The legislative session may have ended but South Carolina lawmakers are back in Columbia.
Sumter man arrested after allegedly attempting to evade deputy, found with firearm
A Sumter man who attempted to evade a deputy was found to be a felon in possession of a firearm, says SCSO.
FAPD: Police investigating double apartment parking lot shooting
Forest Acres Police are investigating a double shooting that happened in the parking lot at an apartment complex, said officers.
RCSD investigates shooting that leaves 4 victims
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is investigating a shooting in the Lake Village neighborhood where they have located four victims
SCDOT: Temporary continuous detour planned for ramp from I-126 westbound onto I-26 eastbound
Starting on the evening of Friday, May 31, SCDOT will implement a temporary detour for drivers using the ramp from I-126 westbound onto I-26 eastbound.
Gas prices inching back up after Memorial Day weekend
Now that the Memorial Day weekend is behind us, prices at the pump are inching back up.
Town of Irmo unveils First Responders Memorial, honors anniversary of fallen firefighter
The new monument is located at Irmo Town Park, just off of Columbia Avenue and Carlisle Street and will honor the men and women who serve as firefighters, police officers, and EMS personnel.
