River Bluff High student awarded scholarship, internship from Amazon
A River Bluff High School student is a recipient of the Amazon Future Engineer Scholarship.
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Person taken to hospital after Lakeside Avenue shooting incident
One person was taken to a local hospital after a shooting incident in the 100 block of Lakeside Avenue on Friday afternoon, says RCSD.
Claflin University Student Development and Services VP injured in shooting incident while driving home, school says
According to Claflin University, the Vice President for Student Development and Services was injured after a shooting incident on Wednesday night.
Fed's preferred inflation gauge shows price pressures stayed elevated last month
A measure of inflation closely tracked by the Federal Reserve remained uncomfortably high in March, likely reinforcing the Fed's reluctance to cut interest rates anytime soon and underscoring a burden for President Joe Biden's re-election bid.
City of Columbia Public Works hosting free compost giveaway
The City of Columbia Public Works is hosting a free compost giveaway on Saturday, April 27, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the City Compost Site, 121 Humane Lane.
1 killed following early morning Thursday house fire
Columbia-Richland Firefighters say one person was killed in a house fire on Thursday.
Lexington High student receives scholarship, internship offer from Amazon to pursue undergraduate degree
A Lexington High student has received a scholarship and internship offer from Amazon to pursue an undergraduate Degree in Computer Science or Engineering.
2 arrested in connection with attempted armed robbery of postal carrier
Kershaw County deputies responded to the Cleveland School Road area of Camden after the attempted armed robbery of a postal carrier on Tuesday, says the KCSO.
RCSD: Midlands teen found safe
Richland County deputies say the teen has been found.
Kershaw Co. deputies arrest trio after stolen car chase
Just before 5pm Thursday night the Kershaw County Sheriff's Office took three people into custody after they say the trio was spotted a stolen Dodge Charger on Highway 601 in Lugoff.
Richland One students learn about dangers of reckless driving
For teenagers learning or just starting to drive, the road can seem overwhelming.
Daughters of local radio personality Woody Windham remember dad's life and legacy
"I would describe him as a light that walks into a room. You know? He had a way of making everybody feel special," says Jennifer Windham.
Local Living: Columbia Food and Wine Festival, Irmo International Festival, Serve and Connect Block Party
Local Living: Events in the Midlands to enjoy during this Springtime!
Richland One Superintendent gets slimed for good cause
There was a sticky situation this morning for Richland One Superintendent Dr. Craig Witherspoon.
FCC votes to bring back net neutrality rules
An FCC vote on Thursday while affects the internet speed of multiple people.
South Carolina championship-winning equestrian coach Boo Major retires after 26 seasons
Longtime South Carolina women's equestrian coach Boo Major, who won three national titles, is retiring after 26 seasons.
Lexington School District 1 school named as 2024 Palmetto’s Finest
On Tuesday, April 23, a Midlands school along with three other schools in the Palmetto State was named as 2024 Palmetto's Finest.
State Museum to honor World War II veterans with D-Day Salute event
The South Carolina State Museum will host a special event to honor the sacrifices of World War II veterans with the 80th Anniversary D-Day Salute on Saturday.
City partners with local agencies to highlight Second Chance Month
The City of Columbia is partnering with Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina and the South Carolina Commission on Minority Affairs to highlight Second Chance Month.
Grandmother, 3-year-old grandson dead after Saturday house fire
A grandmother and her 3-year-old grandson died in a house fire on Saturday, says the Orangeburg County Coroner’s Office.
USC students arrested during on-campus protest
Students charged during protest in support of Palestine
Camden Police requesting public's help identifying person with connection to several burglaries
The Camden Police Department is requesting the public's help identifying a person of interest in relation to several burglaries that have happened in the Camden area from November 2023 through April 2024.
RCSD investigators seeking help identifying individuals accused of string of burglaries
RCSD investigators say they are asking for the public's help finding individuals and information about a string of burglaries.
South Carolina Senate approves $15.4B budget after debate on bathrooms and conference switching
The South Carolina Senate approved its budget Wednesday after debating items like requiring school children use the bathrooms of their sex assigned at birth and whether universities can spend state money to move to another athletic conference.
CPD investigating early morning pedestrian hit-and-run
The Columbia Police Department's Traffic Safety Unit is investigating a hit-and-run incident after a man was found by a passerby in the early morning hours, say officers.
