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SC Senate passes bill to cut state's boat property taxes

The state Senate passed a bill to cut the state's boat property taxes.

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Camden Fire Department to perform car seat checks

Heads up for parents of little ones in Camden.

Activists gather at State House in support of SC Parental Rights Act

State lawmakers, parents, and activists gathered at the State House Wednesday morning, March 11, 2026, in support of the South Carolina Parental Rights Act.

Skeletal remains found during home renovation

The Richland County Coroner's Office is working to determine if the bones are human.

2 arrested in connection with sexual exploitation of minors

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson says two men were arrested in connection with the sexual exploitation of minors.

West Columbia man sentenced in connection with child sexual abuse material

A West Columbia man was sentenced to federal prison for production of child sexual abuse material, says officials.

Early photos of enslaved people in 1850 head home from Harvard to South Carolina museum

Descendants of a father and daughter featured in what are believed to be the first photographs taken of enslaved people say they are happy their family members are finally going back to South Carolina.

Sumter Police searching for teen who left home

Sumter officers are searching for a 14-year-old who was last seen leaving home, said the police dept.

Rabid Raccoon Confirmed In Clarendon County, Four Pets Exposed

Rabid raccoon confirmed in Saluda County

South Carolina Department of Public Health confirms that a raccoon found near West Creek and Beulah roads in Leesville tested positive for rabies.

RCSD: Chase ends in arrest on I-77

Richland County Sheriff’s Department says a traffic stop that led to a chase ended on I-77 Monday afternoon.

CPD: Two people found shot at Woodland Terrace Apartments

Columbia Police say two people were shot at the Woodland Terrace Apartments on South Beltline Boulevard Tuesday night.

SLED investigating allegations of hazing within Lexington High School Baseball Team

Officials with the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) say they are investigating allegations of hazing within the Lexington High School Baseball Team.

USC student once facing deportation completes PHD

A University of South Carolina student who at one point was facing deportation has completed his PHD in chemistry.

Budget week at SC State House

It is budget week for state lawmakers.

Balloon release ban bill under consideration

A new bill could change the way some families and communities celebrate.

SCDMV to Offer Driver Suspension Eligibility Week

Some drivers with suspended licenses may be able to reduce or clear their suspension time with the SC Department of Motor Vehicles’ Driver Suspension Eligibility Week.