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New Town of Chapin mayor elected after former mayor's passing

In the Town of Chapin there was an election for a mayor after former Mayor Al Koon who served as mayor since 2021 died last month at 74 years old.

Catherine Fleming Bruce announces Senate run

On Wednesday at the SC State House, National Coalition Delegation Network Founder Catherine Fleming Bruce announced her candidacy for the Senate.

Give to a child in need with the Angel Tree Program

Tis the season once again!

Local Living: Benedict College's Harambee Festival

Local Living: Jonas Brothers at CLA, Fall Back Fest, barbecue cook-off, Devine Night Out

Local Living: Events to enjoy for the Fall season!

Richland County deputies searching for man wanted on several violent charges

Richland County deputies are searching for a man wanted on several violent charges in connection with an incident that took place.

Man wanted for attempted murder arrested, Richland County deputies say

Richland County deputies say Deandre Moye who was wanted for attempted murder, and other charges was arrested.

Election Night 2025-- Rickenmann wins re-election as Columbia mayor, City Council At-large seat ends in runoff

Mayor Daniel Rickenmann has won re-election as mayor of Columbia.

SLED charges former custody officer with abuse of a vulnerable adult

The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) has charged a 33-year-old with abuse of a vulnerable adult, say agents.

Richland County deputies investigating church threats

Deputies say they are aware of social media posts regarding a white man interrupting multiple churches in Richland County and making threats.

Richland County deputies continue to investigate halloween night shooting, three young people injured

Richland County deputies continue to investigate a halloween night shooting that they now say injured three young people.

Local Living: Fall Back Fest

SCAG: Midlands Man accused of possessing AI child sex abuse material

The SC Attorney General's Office announced the arrest of Adam Kelton, 25, of Gaston.

30-year-old arrested in reference to weekend Camp Ground Road shooting

Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott says a 30-year-old has been arrested in reference to a fatal shooting that happened over the weekend.

Alex Murdaugh's defense team releases statement on recent Hulu's mini series

Alex Murdaugh's defense attorneys have released a statement after the former lawyer found out about the recent release from Hulu called Murdaugh: Death in the Family.

SC State Guard to distribute food to families in need during government shutdown

The South Carolina State guard will distribute food from state food banks to assist families affected by the shutdown.

SCDMV changing website address

The South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles will change its website address next year.

Polls open for Municipal Elections Day

It is election day and voters across the Midlands are heading to the polls for municipal elections.

United Way of Kershaw County to give back to active military

United Way of Kershaw County will host a food distribution for active Kershaw County military.

$100,000 Powerball ticket sold in Columbia

SC Lottery officials say a Powerball ticket with PowerPlay that was sold at a Columbia convenience store is worth $100,000.

RCSD investigating stabbing at Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center

Richland County Sheriff’s Department is investigating a stabbing that happened at the Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center, according to officials.

2025 School Report Cards Show Significant Progress Overall, While Students Continue To Struggle In Math

2025 School Report Cards show significant progress overall, while math scores need improvement

Monday morning, the SC Department of Education and the SC Education Oversight Committee released South Carolina's 2025 School Report Cards -- which showed significant improvements in a handful of indicators across the state.