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Man who temporarily blinded wife during assault sentenced to eight years

The Fifth Judicial Circuit Solicitor's Office says a man pled guilty on last Thursday.

South Carolina gas prices rise 5.6 cents, still shy of $3 a gallon in most areas

The average price of gas rose in the past week, inching the state's average closer toward $3 per gallon, but not quite over the precipice.

Alex Murdaugh appeal hearing approaching

SC Supreme Court will hear arguments in Alex Murdaugh's appeal of his double murder conviction this Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026.

Newberry Police: 2 women taken to hospital after shooting

Newberry Police say two women were shot Friday, Feb. 6 just before midnight.

'Take the vaccine, please,' a top US health official says in an appeal as measles cases rise

A leading U.S. health official on Sunday urged people to get inoculated against the measles at a time of outbreaks across several states and as the United States is at risk of losing its measles elimination status.

RCSD: Person arrested after wrong-way driving on road

RCSD Sheriff Leon Lott says a person has been arrested after driving the wrong way on Saturday night.

Lexington Police need help identifying person accused of vandalism at park

Lexington Police need help identifying someone accused of several acts of vandalism at a park, says Lexington PD.

UPDATE: Lexington Co. Coroner identifies homicide victim at Villa Court

The Lexington County Coroner's Office has identified a homicide victim found on Villa Court in West Columbia Sunday.

SCSU to commemorate 58th anniversary of Orangeburg Massacre

This Sunday, Feb. 8, South Carolina State University will commemorate the 58th anniversary of the Orangeburg Massacre.

Local Living: Circus back at Jamil Shrine

SC Senate passes DUI reform bill

The South Carolina Senate unanimously advanced a measure aiming overhaul the state's laws against DUI's.

CRFD: Apartment fire ruled as accidental

Columbia-Richland Fire Dept. said the cause of an apartment fire that happened earlier this week has been determined.

KCSO celebrate new member of team

The Kershaw County Sheriff's Office introduced a new member of their team.

Measles cases in SC continues to rise, outbreak total at 920

South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) is reporting 44 new cases of measles in the state since Tuesday, Feb. 3.

Lexington County officials confirm plane crash in Gilbert

The Lexington County Fire Services and EMS have confirmed a plane crash in the Gilbert area of Lexington County.

Sheriff: man found shot, killed in car, two in custody

If you have any information on this incident call the Clarendon Co. Sheriff's Office at 803-435-4414 ext. 3616

CPD: Missing endangered elderly man found safe

Columbia Police says Rufus Morant was found safe after being reported as missing a few days ago.

Rabid Raccoon Confirmed In Clarendon County, Four Pets Exposed

Rabid raccoon confirmed in Lexington County; 1 pet exposed

SCDPH says a raccoon that was found near Murraywood and Mapleview drives in Columbia has tested positive for rabies.

Sumter Co. deputies seeking information in connection with owner of truck

Sumter Co. deputies are seeking information in connection with the owner of a tow truck, say deputies.

Local Living: Benedict College's Harambee Festival

Local Living: RCSD's J.U.M.P. Start Program

Brandon Brown campaign opens Orangeburg office in fight to unseat Senator Lindsey Graham

Supporters of candidate for U.S. Senate Brandon Brown held a ribbon cutting ceremony Thursday morning for the opening of Brown's first campaign office.

Professional BMX cyclists put on show at Columbia High School

Professional BMX cyclists put on a show for the students at Columbia High School Thursday, Feb. 5, in an effort to rev up their engines against bullying.