Alzheimer's advocates ask for continued support from SC lawmakers
One of the ways lawmakers have helped combat Alzheimer’s includes funding a five-year plan to tackle the disease through a bill signed into law last year.
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Richland Co. Deputies blocking roads to serve warrant
According to deputies, there is no public safety concern at this time.
South Carolina Supreme Court to decide if new private school voucher program is legal
The South Carolina Supreme Court heard arguments Wednesday on whether a law passed last year allowing parents to spend taxpayer money on private schools violates part of the he state constitution banning direct aid to anything other than public schools.
Savannah man sentenced to 28 years for Lexington County sexual assault of minor case, says Solicitor’s Office
According to the Eleventh Circuit Solicitor’s Office, a man has pled guilty to two counts of criminal sexual conduct with a minor.
Group hopes to repeal abortion ban
A coalition of community and advocacy organizers from across the state are launching a petition campaign to repeal the most recent abortion ban in South Carolina.
SCSO: Man wanted for assault and battery
Sumter County deputies say a Midlands man is wanted for petit larceny and other charges.
DHEC wants your help tracking West Nile virus
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control wants your help tracking the West Nile virus.
Hearing on SC school choice voucher law
On Wednesday the South Carolina Supreme Court will hear oral arguments over the state’s historic school choice law and its constitutionality.
City of Columbia offering meter sponsorship to promote heart health
For the second year in a row the city is partnering with the American Heart Association for the campaign.
Man charged with murder after assault victim dies, say deputies
Richland County deputies say a man has been charged with murder after his initial charge was assault.
Midlands man arrested in connection with sexual exploitation of minors
A Kershaw County man was arrested in connection with the sexual exploitation of minors, said the AG's office.
RCSD searching for person involved in vehicle being stolen, say deputies
Richland County deputies are searching for someone accused of having a connection with a vehicle being stolen, said RCSD.
No. 17 South Carolina looks for 25th win of season in matchup against No. 4 Tennessee
Tennessee Volunteers (23-6, 13-3 SEC) at South Carolina Gamecocks (24-5, 12-4 SEC)
Pelion Police search for woman accused of stealing steak from grocery store
The Pelion Police Department is hoping you can help them identify and locate a woman they say was caught on camera stealing at least one steak from a grocery store.
VA expands healthcare to all veterans exposed to toxins, hazards
The Department of Veterans Affairs announces expansion of their healthcare to any veterans exposed to hazards, toxins
Orangeburg Co. deputies searching for woman reported as missing on Thursday
The Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help finding a woman reported as missing on Thursday, said the sheriff's office.
Hundreds attend "Disability Advocacy Day" at the Statehouse
"I was born three months premature with cerebral palsy, and Easterseals provided physical therapy services to me until I was about 6 years old. And a couple years ago, after I'd grown up and gone to college, I actually got a pilot's license, and I wanted to give back to Easterseals," Mackey says.
SC Rural Summit highlights needs of struggling counties
Initiatives such as the Main Street Program or opportunity zones can help rural communities, but Nance says strong local leadership is necessary as well.
More people filed their taxes for free so far this year compared to last year, IRS says
More people are filing their taxes for free this year compared to a year ago.
Columbia man arrested in connection with criminal solicitation of a minor
A Columbia man was arrested and charged in connection with attempted sexual exploitation of a minor.
SEC Tournament: No. 1 South Carolina, No. 8 LSU on collision course for title
This year's SEC Tournament is likely to come down to Dawn Staley's daycare and Kim Mulkey's defending champions.
South Carolina lawmakers are close to loosening gun laws after long debate
South Carolina lawmakers appear close to approving a bill that would allow anyone who can legally own a gun to carry the weapon openly.
Local Living: Concert in the Gardens
Local Living: Concert in the Gardens
Columbia man sentenced to 10 years in prison
A Columbia man has been sentenced to 10 years in prison after pleading guilty to charges involving flying drones into two state prisons, said the SCDC.
