College campuses tighten security amidst graduation ceremonies
After more than two weeks of unrest on college campuses across the country many universities began holding graduation ceremonies with heightened security.
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CPD gets ready to help residents 'Fan the Heat'
The summer has not officially started, but the summer heat is already starting to creep in and CPD is asking you to help
Richland One, Columbia Branch of the NAACP to hold free housing clinics
Richland One and the Columbia Branch of the NAACP are holding a free housing clinic for families who are financially struggling or facing problems with their homes.
3 arrested in connection with shooting at Orangeburg County after-prom party
Three people have been arrested in Orangeburg County in connection to a shooting at an after-prom party last weekend.
Local Living: City of Columbia’s Touch-A-Truck, May The Fourth Be With You 5k, Black culinary traditions, Rosewood Crawfish Festival
Local Living: Take a look at events in the Midlands to enjoy!
Deputies: 3-year old dies in hot car
Richland Co. Sheriff Leon Lott says a 3-year old child died inside a hot car.
Fairfield County Library holding used book sale
The Fairfield County Library is having a used book sale this month.
Lexington Police need help identifying two alleged Best Buy shoplifters
The Lexington Police Department needs to identify two alleged shoplifters who were involved in an incident at Best Buy on Sunset Boulevard in Lexington.
2024 Fireflies Kids Club Membership now on sale
The Columbia Fireflies announced that 2024 Kids Club Memberships are now available for purchase.
South Carolina's Election Commission highlights crucial dates for June primaries
As the June primaries and runoffs inch closer in South Carolina, the state's Election Commission highlighted key dates for voters to remember.
Man found dead in cell at Lee Correctional Institution
A Lee Correctional inmate who murdered his pregnant fiancee was found dead in his cell Tuesday.
President Biden announces 2024 Medal of Freedom honorees including Congressman Clyburn
President Joe Biden on Thursday announced this year's recipients for the Presidential Medal of Freedom to 19 Americans, including South Carolina Representative James Clyburn, former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, former New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg, and former Vice President Al Gore.
1 week left to correct 'Carolina Squat' before SC drivers face fines
If you're still driving a squatted vehicle, you have one week to correct it before you can face a fine!
Pedestrian fatally struck by vehicle on US-321 in Orangeburg this morning
Highway Patrol says a pedestrian was struck and killed by a vehicle on US-321 at Caughman Trail in Orangeburg Co. this morning.
Lexington Medical Center celebrates 30 years of their Doula program
May is International Doula month and Lexington Medical Center is celebrating a big milestone- 30 years of their doula program! This month, officials are spreading awareness of this free resource to pregnant women.
S.C. Senate overwhelmingly passes transgender ban bill
Thursday night the South Carolina Senate voted 28 to 8 in favor of passing a transgender ban bill
Lexington Police: Man accused of shoplifting identified
Lexington Police says the man accused of shoplifting has been identified.
ONE WEEK TO GO: SC lawmakers rush to submit last minute legislation
The Senate has been reluctant to take up an energy bill which has resulted in a reaction from the House.
5-year-old therapy horse named Muffin becomes newest member of Cayce Fire Department
Muffin is a five-year-old miniature horse. She's now South Carolina's first ever therapy horse to help firefighters save lives. But don't worry, muffin won't be putting out any fires. According to Lindsay McDade, Muffin's handler, she'll be sparking connection, conversation, and hope with individuals around the community during drug prevention efforts.
SC Senate passes bill to exempt taxes on feminine hygiene products
On Tuesday, April 30, the South Carolina Senate passed legislation exempting feminine care products from taxation.
Local Living: Rosewood Crawfish Festival, Art on State, Riverbanks Run
Local Living: Take a look at events in the Midlands to enjoy!
What defines a heartbeat? Judge hears arguments in South Carolina abortion case
South Carolina's ban on abortions after roughly six weeks, before many women know they are pregnant, returned to court Thursday with Planned Parenthood and the state arguing over what could be two different ways to define a heartbeat in the law.
Army: Fort Jackson trainee dies after being taken to hospital
A 39-year-old Fort Jackson basic combat training trainee died after becoming unresponsive on Monday, says the Army.
1 killed after shooting at post-prom party in Orangeburg County, say deputies
One teen has been killed following a shooting early Saturday morning at a post-prom party in Orangeburg, says OCSO.
RCSD: Woman last seen at her home found safe
Richland County deputies say Melton has been safely located.
