1 dead after Lexington single-vehicle collision, say troopers
A driver is dead after a single-vehicle collision in Lexington County, say state troopers.
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SCDOT: Three overnight closures scheduled for I-126 westbound
According to the South Carolina Department of Transportation, there will be three separate overnight closures of I-126 westbound, between Elmwood Avenue and Colonial Life Boulevard due to construction work.
Columbia Animal Services holding St Pawtrick’s Day O’Doption Special
Columbia Animal Services is beginning a new adoption special soon.
SC House passes Health Agency Reform bill
A landmark Health Agency Reform Bill is one step closer to becoming law in South Carolina after passing in the House on Wednesday.
LPD: Driver arrested for DUI after crash on Old Chapin Road
The Lexington Police Department has arrested a driver in a DUI collision on Wednesday night.
A’ja Wilson set for return to South Carolina with Las Vegas Aces
The Las Vegas Aces announced today that they will play a preseason game against the Puerto Rico National Team at the University of South Carolina on Saturday, May 11.
Orangeburg County firefighters work together to get Wolfton community fire under control
Orangeburg County firefighters worked in the Wolfton community on Wednesday to put out a fire, say the department.
Kamilla Cardoso expected back in the lineup Thursday for No. 1 South Carolina
South Carolina leading scorer and rebounder Kamilla Cardoso has practiced the last two days and is expected to play Thursday at Arkansas, coach Dawn Staley said Wednesday.
Lexington police searching for alleged grocery store shoplifters
Two individuals are accused of shoplifting from a Lexington grocery store on Tuesday, say Lexington Police.
Davis scores late, giving No. 18 South Carolina win over Texas A&M
Zachary Davis scored on a layup with three seconds remaining to give No. 18 South Carolina a 70-68 victory over Texas A&M on Wednesday night.
S.C. Highway Patrol investigates deadly crash
The South Carolina Highway Patrol continues to investigate a deadly crash that claimed one life Wednesday afternoon.
School choice supporters plan to move forward with new bill despite legal challenge
“We have learned through this process that parents across this state are demanding educational choice," said House speaker Murrell Smith.
SAFE Federal Credit Union invests in financial education for high school students
A new requirement from the State Board of Education states that each high school student must earn one-half credit in personal finance before earning their diploma.
100-year-old sewer line affecting restaurants in downtown Lexington set to be replaced
The isolated sewer line that failed just over a year ago was installed back in 1925. But the problematic pipe can't be repaired or replaced, because in the 1940's, the building that's currently home to Groucho's Deli restaurant was built on top of it.
Local Living: Columbia & Lexington adoption specials, USC's “Spurs Up Sprint” 5K
Local Living: Here is a look at events in the Midlands
South Carolina's push to be next-to-last state with hate crimes law stalls again
Supporters who want to make South Carolina the next-to-last U.S. state to pass a hate crimes law increasing penalties for some crimes fueled by race, gender or sexual orientation are running out of time to get what could be a decisive vote in the state Senate.
Detention center employee accused of having relationship with inmate
An Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center employee was arrested after an investigation revealed an inmate relationship, said RCSD.
Columbia man arrested on criminal solicitation of a minor charges
A Columbia man was arrested on seven sexual exploitation of a minor charges, said the Attorney General's Office.
Town of Irmo choses new town council member
The Town of Irmo has chosen a new town council member.
Lexington police searching for alleged shoplifter
The Lexington Police Department is searching for an alleged Target shoplifter, said the department.
Riverbanks Zoo & Garden warn about discount ticket scam
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden took to their social media page to warn people about a scam circulating online.
CAE offering new dining options for travelers
If you’ve got plans to travel through Columbia Metropolitan Airport, go with an empty stomach.
SCDJJ: Security employee found with marijuana at training facility
South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (SCDJJ) officials say a security employee was found in possession of marijuana at a training facility.
Newberry Co. warns of fake technicians looking to hack into your PC
Scammers have been around since the beginning of time. Many times using your vulnerability to take advantage of you and get your hard earned money.
Annual SC Prayer Breakfast
On Wednesday morning, Governor Henry McMaster was among those who attended the 62 annual South Carolina Prayer Breakfast on Wednesday morning at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center.
