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Jury finds Thomas McDowell guilty of murdering, kidnapping 4-year-old girl

A Lexington County jury has found Thomas Eric McDowell guilty in the kidnapping and killing of 4-year-old Jessica Gutierrez in June 1986.

Camden police asking for public's help finding teen

The Camden Police Department is asking for the public's help finding a missing teen last seen at the Kershaw County DSS office, say police.

Troopers seek information in deadly Lexington County I-20 hit-and-run

The South Carolina Highway Patrol is seeking information in connection with a fatal hit-and-run on I-20, said state troopers.

SCSU honors 3 lives killed in Orangeburg Massacre

On Thursday, South Carolina State University honored the 3 lives lost in the Orangeburg Massacre on the 56th anniversary of the tragedy.

SC governor recognizes fire chief for years of service

On Monday, Columbia-Richland Fire Department Fire Chief Aubrey Jenkins celebrated 45 years of service to the City of Columbia.

South Carolinians among those carrying most debt in country

South Carolinians are among those carrying the most debt in the country.

Lexington Police: Person accused of shoplifting at Lowes identified

The Lexington Police Department is asking for the public's help finding an individual accused of shoplifting at Lowes, said the department.

WATCH: A'ja Wilson talks new book and more on GMA

WNBA superstar and former Gamecock A'ja Wilson talks new book and more on Good Morning America.

Rapper announces visit to South Carolina vs. UConn WBB game

Popular Rapper Piles announced he is coming to the upcoming Gamecocks WBB game against UConn on Sunday.

Lawmakers support home visit, nurse partnership programs for expecting mothers

"She taught me about the journey of my pregnancy, where I was along the way, what to expect, how to speak up for myself at doctor's visits, and getting the best of the services I could from my providers," says Robinson.

SC lawmakers plan to address tort reform and other issues during legislative session

Several bills have already been passed and many more will be debated and voted on over the next couple of months.

Local Living: Celebrate Valentine's Day at state museum, Black History Month at Richland Library, USC musical feast

Local Living: Take a look at events happening in the Midlands

SCSU student charged with Attempted Murder

Police say no one was injured in the shooting.

Deputies: Sumter, Clarendon farmers face up to $10K in damage after copper wire theft

According to deputies in Sumter and Clarendon counties, farmers are falling victim to thieves.

Midlands man, woman charged in connection with sexual abuse of minor

Investigators say Larry Dennis, 42, was arrested Wednesday and charged with three counts of Criminal Sexual Conduct with a minor and Lottiea Ingram, 33 was charged with Neglect by a Legal Custodian.

SLED: Lexington County man charged after threatening sheriff

A Lexington County man has been charged after threatening Lexington County sheriff Jay Koon, says SLED.

SCDOR: 10 common mistakes to avoid on your SC income tax return

Now that tax season is here the South Carolina Department of Revenue is giving tips to residents so they can avoid making mistakes on their tax returns.

Columbia Animal Services to host Pups & Pints Adoption Event

The Columbia Animal Services is hosting a Pups & Pints Adoption Event on Saturday.

RCSD searching for women wanted for burglary

The Richland County Sheriff's Department is searching for two women wanted for burglary, said the department.

Lexington Police partners with non-profit to provide phones to those in need

The Lexington Police Department is partnering with the non-profit Secure the Call to provide phones to those in need.

Mega Millions ticket worth 40K sold in Orangeburg

A single Mega Millions ticket worth 40,000 was sold in Orangeburg for Tuesday night's drawing.

Firefighters respond to Hand Middle School

You may have seen emergency vehicles responding to Hand Middle School Wednesday morning.

No. 15 South Carolina tops Ole Miss, 68-65 for 20th win

Collin Murray-Boyles scored 16 points and No. 15 South Carolina reached 20 victories for the first time in seven years with a 68-65 victory over Mississippi on Tuesday night.