Friends reflect on LGBTQ icon Harriet Hancock - the "Mother of SC Pride"
"I think she leaves a legacy of love and compassion, to look after those who need to be loved, who simply are human just like anyone else," says Alexander.
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Inmate convicted in connection with Lee County prison riot
An inmate was found guilty in connection with the deadliest prison riot in state history Thursday in Lee County.
Richland Co. deputies arrest person in connection with Wednesday shooting
Richland County deputies arrested a suspect in relation to a shooting Wednesday (September 24).
Man charged in a 2025 murder sentenced in federal court
A man charged in a 2025 murder will spend 15 years in prison on a weapons charge.
Sumter County deputies arrest man accused of murder
Sumter County deputies arrested a man accused of a murder last year.
Inmate convicted in Lee Co. prison riot
Officials with the SC Department of Corrections say Larry Wright was found guilty Thursday for his role in the deadliest prison riot in South Carolina history.
Soldier stationed at Shaw Air Force Base dies overseas
A service member stationed at Shaw Air Force Base has died overseas.
AG Wilson announces grants for crime victims
Wednesday morning (September 23) Attorney General Alan Wilson met alongside advocates from across the state to announce this year's grant funding for victims' services groups.
Gov. McMaster held annual military briefing at Pastides Alumni Center
Governor Henry McMaster held his annual military briefing at the Pastides Alumni Center Wednesday morning, September 23.
Crews respond to fire at Midlands Elementary School
A spokesperson for the Columbia-Richland Fire Department says crews responded to a local elementary school this morning.
Longtime advocate for SC's LGBTQ+ community passes away
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) — The woman known as the Mother of South Carolina Pride, Mama Harriet, has died. Wednesday night, the Harriet Hancock Center announced the passing…
Dolly Parton's estate granted temporary restraining order against singer's nephew
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — A Tennessee judge granted Dolly Parton’s estate a temporary restraining order Wednesday against the late singer’s…
WWII Veteran celebrates his 101st birthday
"I've seen so many things change, and I have really enjoyed life. I have always thought of myself as kind of a happy person, and it's great to enjoy life as much as I do, so I thank the Lord for that," he says.
Narcotics investigation led to multiple charges following search warrant in Winnsboro
A Fairfield County man has been arrested on several drug trafficking charges.
Old Mill businesses reopen following natural gas leak
Lexington Police say all lanes of East Main Street/US-1 at Harmon Street have reopened after a natural gas leak at the Old Mill.
New Camden gas station offering $2.50 a gallon gas
A new gas station in Camden is celebrating its grand opening by offering regular gas at $2.50 a gallon.
Man wanted for allegedly misusing company gas card
Richland Co. deputies say a man is wanted for allegedly misusing a company gas card.
Trump says US and Iranian officials met Tuesday, shortly after warning he may 'annihilate' Iran
UNITED NATIONS (AP) — President Donald Trump said U.S. and Iranian officials met Tuesday, an…
Testimony continues in Day 2 of inmate Larry White trial
"Most of the time an inmate with a weapon is using it to either instill fear or take advantage of another inmate," says Burley.
SC recieves C- on infrastructure report card
South Carolina's infrastructure is improving but it is still not great.
Updates on Mlily factory fire
The owners of the Mlily Winnsboro mattress factory that burned down in August is sharing an update on the incident.
Richland County deputies investigating assault at ASGDC
Richland County deputies are investigating an assault that happened at the Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center on Monday, says RCSD.
CPD arrest additional people in Five Points shooting investigation
Columbia Police have arrested two additional people in connection with a September shooting that happened in the Five Points area, say police.
