RCSD: Missing Midlands girl found safe
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is asking for the public's help finding a missing 12-year-old.
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South Carolina woman seeks clarity on abortion ban in lawsuit backed by Planned Parenthood
A South Carolina woman who traveled elsewhere for an abortion just days after reaching six weeks of pregnancy wants a court to affirm that the state’s ban on the procedure — when a “fetal heartbeat” can be detected — should not take effect until later in a pregnancy.
Midlands man arrested in connection with DUI, hit-and-run, say Columbia police
A man was arrested on Saturday in connection with a DUI and a hit-and-run, said the Columbia Police Department.
Firefighters honored during weekend ceremony
Remembering 118 members of the South Carolina State Firefighters’ Association who died in 2023, including two line of duty deaths.
Sumter Police: 1 dead, 2 injured after 2 separate shootings
The Sumter Police Department is investigating two separate shootings over the weekend, one of which resulted in a death.
1 dead, 2 injured in Lexington County crash involving motorcycle
One person is dead and two others are injured after a weekend crash that involved a motorcycle, said state troopers.
$300,000 lottery ticket sold at Lexington gas station, is it yours?
Check your tickets to see if you are the lucky winner of the Palmetto Cash 5 with Power-Up.
DHEC offers free testing on National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is offering testing for HIV and sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) in recognition of National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day.
President Joe Biden wins South Carolina’s Democratic primary as he gears up for his reelection bid
South Carolina voters took to the polls on Saturday to kick off the Democratic party’s first official primary.
Passerby discovers dead body along shoulder of I-20
Authorities investigate a death after they say a passerby discovered a dead body on the shoulder of the interstate 20 Friday morning
Chapin H.S. student selected to perform at Carnegie Hall
One Chapin High School student is hitting a high note after being chosen to join other musician peers from across the country that will get to perform at Carnegie Hall in New York City
Columbia couple's special moment goes viral
A Columbia couple's special moment has gone viral and it's all thanks to their friend who is distracted while filming.
City officials hold "We Go Red for Women" event, share personal stories on heart disease
Anjellica Davis developed a condition called postpartum cardiomyopathy after giving birth to her third child. Her most notable symptom was severe shortness of breath when lying down.
Local Living: “Vintage Valentine” Market, SC Philharmonic Chamber Crawl Series
Local Living: Take a look at events happening in the Midlands
Gamecock Athletics working with t-shirt company to honor "Gamecock Jesus"
Gamecock Athletics and Palmetto Shirt Company have joined together to honor the late Carlton Thompson also known as "Gamecock Jesus".
DHEC confirms rabid cow in Saluda County, four people exposed
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) has confirmed that a cow in Prosperity has tested positive for rabies.
Officials: Infant surrendered under Daniel's Law
The SC Safe Haven for Abandoned Babies Act provides a safe, legal option to surrender infants up to 60 days old at certain locations such as hospitals and fire departments.
Application open for SC State Fair’s Ride of Your Life Scholarship
Applications for the South Carolina State Fair's Ride of Your Life Scholarship is now open.
Death investigation underway in Lexington County
The Lexington County Sheriff's Department said it is in the early phases of a death investigation that began on Friday morning along the westbound side of I-20 near mile marker 62.
Orangeburg County man charged following attempted kidnapping of ex-wife
An Orangeburg County man is being charged in connection with a Sunday 12-hour long standoff and kidnapping, said OCSO.
Sexual assault lawsuit announced against figure skating coach
On Friday attorney's Bakari Sellers and Randall Hood announced a federal lawsuit was filed on behalf of two women who claimed they were sexually assaulted by their figure skating coach.
South Carolina to provide free gun training classes under open carry bill passed by state Senate
South Carolina would provide free gun training and allow anyone who can legally own a gun to carry their weapon in public under a bill that passed the state Senate on Thursday.
One dead following collision on highway
One person is dead after an afternoon collision on HWY-76 in Newberry County, said SCHP.
Gas prices in the Midlands
Prices at the pump are on the rise as we enter a new month.
Trying to quit smoking or vaping? New report says state policies aren't doing enough to help
"As the adolescent brain is still developing until the age of 25, it's negatively impacted by nicotine, which can literally change the way the brain is wired. It impacts neurotransmitters and synapses. It can increase feelings of depression and anxiety and contribute to mood disorders and conditions of ADHD," says Warner.
