2 arrested in connection with shooting incident that left 1 person injured
Sheriff Lott is announcing the arrest of two people in connection with a shooting that took place earlier this month, says RCSD.
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Fairfield Co. drug operation lands several Mitford residents behind bars
Three men from the Mitford community are behind bars after the Fairfield County Sheriff's Office conducted a drug operation Wednesday night
Man accused in deadly shooting of pregnant woman surrenders
After a massive manhunt in Sumter County, with the assistance of the U.S. Marshal's Service, a man who authorities say was on the run for the past five days has turned himself in.
Man last seen in June 2022 found safe, say Sumter police
The Sumter Police say Harrell was located and is safe.
Another teen arrested in connection with fatal shooting of pizza delivery driver
Columbia Police says another teen has been arrested in connection with last year's fatal shooting of a Pizza Hut delivery driver.
New water reach project breaks ground in Orangeburg County
Clyburn says part of improving rural South Carolina includes improving water quality.
BMX pros bring "No Hate Tour" to Columbia High in effort to prevent bullying
The students at Columbia High School were treated to quite the show Thursday morning by a group of professional BMX cyclists -- all in an effort to prevent bullying.
Columbia man charged with attempted murder in connection with Sumter shooting
A Columbia man is charged in connection with a shooting that that left a man injured, said police.
RCSD investigating drive-by shooting
Richland County deputies are investigating a drive-by shooting that happened on Thursday, say RCSD.
Local Living: Carolina Cup, Midlands Tech talent show, Columbia International Festival
Local Living: Here are some events in the Midlands to take enjoy!
South Carolina Spring: Finding consistency, playmakers for struggling offense
South Carolina's best offensive playmakers are gone, not a promising prospect for an offense that had its share of problems last season.
South Carolina to hold 2024 congressional elections with map previously ruled unconstitutional
A federal court on Thursday ruled that this year's congressional elections in South Carolina will be held under a map that it had already deemed unconstitutional and discriminatory against Black voters, with time running out ahead of voting deadlines and a lack of a decision on the case by the Supreme Court.
RCSD mounted patrol horse dies
Officials with the Richland Co. Sheriff's Dept. say one of the department's mounted patrol horses has died.
SCDOT announces temporary lane closure on I-26 eastbound between Laurens, Newberry counties
On Thursday, South Carolina Department of Transportation Officials announced two sections of I-26 eastbound in Laurens and Newberry Counties will have continuous temporary lane closures.
SCDOT Secretary Christy Hall honored with highway plaque
The South Carolina Department of Transportation's Commission honored Secretary Christy Hall this week.
State Treasurer Curtis Loftis releases statement on $1.8 billion bank account funds
State Treasurer Curtis Loftis has released a statement on the state's $1.8 billion funds that were collected into a bank account over the past decade.
Super-sized March Madness stats in women's Sweet 16
The numbers have been stunning in this memorable season for women’s college basketball.
Black lawmakers in South Carolina say they were left out of writing anti-discrimination bill
The South Carolina House has passed a bill to restrict diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives at public colleges and universities over the objections of Black lawmakers who said they weren't included in crafting the proposal.
Orangeburg County deputies investigating after 2 bodies found at Cordova home
Orangeburg County deputies say two people were found dead at a Cordova home on Monday night.
Lexington County Library held ribbon cutting ceremony for new mobile library
The Lexington County Library celebrated a new addition to its mobile library fleet on Monday, March 25.
Gamecock Signee Edwards Gatorade National Player of the Year
South Carolina women’s’ basketball signee Joyce Edwards was named the 2023-24 Gatorade National Girls Basketball Player of the Year, the organization announced today. WNBA All-Star Satou Sabally surprised Edwards with the trophy presentation at Camden High School this morning.
City of Columbia hosting first “Mom’s Market” as part of Black Maternal Health Week
The City of Columbia will be holding its first “Mom’s Market”: Health Fair for Moms, Families and Babies as part of Black Maternal Health Week.
RCSD investigating after multiple vehicles on Longtown Road broken into
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is investigating after multiple vehicles on Longtown Road were broken into, said deputies.
Man arrested after setting multiple fires in retail stores now also facing identity theft charge
A man who was recently arrested and charged with arson is now facing more charges, say Columbia Police.
Lawmakers comment on sudden death of Sen. Joe Lieberman
Former Sen. Joe Lieberman has died, his family announced Wednesday. He was 82 years old.
