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2 arrested after robbing Verzion store, say deputies

A man and woman have been arrested in connection with a Verzion store robbery, say RCSD.

Newberry County needs help identifying suspects

The Newberry County Sheriff's Office is hoping someone from the community can help them identify two people accused of stealing from a local business.

Where you can get glasses for the upcoming solar eclipse

If you are gearing up for Monday's partial solar eclipse, here is a list things you need to know before viewing the rare sight.

Two Midlands Restaurants Named 2024 James Beard Award Finalists

Two Midlands resturants named 2024 James Beard Award finalists

Two Midlands restaurants are up for the Oscars of the culinary industry.

Local Living: Pet adoption special, Monster Jam, Spring plant sale

Local Living: Here are some events in the Midlands to enjoy!

Space Force Guardians make history as 1st in branch to become Army Drill Sergeants

TSGT David Gudgeon and SGT Yuji Moore started as non-commissioned officers in the Air Force before transferring into Space Force. And now, in what's loosely referred to as cross-pollination of the branches, they can add Drill Sergeant to their list of accomplishments.

SC state leaders stress importance of not littering

The Department of Public Safety also sees the harm that litter can cause on the roadways.

Police attempting to identify person accused of stealing at Target

Lexington Police are looking for a person accused of stealing items from a Target, said officers.

City of Columbia looking for summer lifeguards

The City of Columbia is looking for summer lifeguards.

Staley Makes History as Naismith Coach of the Year

South Carolina head coach Dawn Staley was named the 2024 Werner Ladder Naismith Coach of the Year, the Atlanta Tipoff announced today.

Cardoso Named WBCA Defensive Player of the Year

South Carolina senior center Kamilla Cardoso was named the 2024 Women’s Basketball Coaches’ Association NCAA Div. I Defensive Player of the Year, the organization announced today.

Pedestrian dead after Edmund Hwy collision

A pedestrian is dead after an early morning Wednesday collision, says SCHP.

Top recruits Sarah Strong, Joyce Edwards lead East over West in McDonald's girls' basketball game

No. 2-ranked recruit Joyce Edwards, a 6-2 forward from Camden High School who has committed to play for South Carolina was presented with the co-MVP award.

Monster Jam is coming to the Colonial Life Arena

Do you love really loud, fast trucks? Well you're in luck because Monster Jam will be in Columbia this weekend.

RCSD searching for man accused of stealing enclosed trailers

The Richland County Sheriff’s Department is searching for a man accused of stealing enclosed trailers, said the department.

Columbia man pleads guilty to drug charge

A Columbia man pleaded guilty to several drug charges.

Firefighters respond to Blythewood house fire, no reported injuries

No one is hurt after a house fire on Tuesday in Blythewood.

Richland County deputies warning residents of phone scam

Richland County Deputies are warning people of a phone scam involving a "third party monitoring company", said the department.

Traffic Alert: Officers assisting traffic after light malfunction

The Columbia Police Department is assisting traffic on Millwood Avenue due to a traffic light malfunction.

Richland Co. Council Approves Pay Increase For Full Time Employees

County administration building closed due to power outage

Richland Co. officials say the county's administration building at 2020 Hampton St. closed after overnight storms.

Severe weather causes trees to fall onto homes in the Midlands

Today's severe weather in the Midlands caused trees to fall onto one home on Barhamville Road & on another at Meadow Wood Drive.

S.C. couple stranded in Africa after missing cruise ship

A Garden City couple's dream vacation turned into a nightmare after they took a cruise to Africa and ended up stranded.

RAMSERVE: CIU students help out community through service work

As part of one project, CIU students renovated an apartment for use by Reconciliation Ministries, a nonprofit which helps men overcome addiction through long-term residential recovery.