Traffic Alert: Multiple railroad crossing closures in Irmo
The Town of Irmo announced on Facebook that there will be railroad crossing closures in the area starting today.
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Child finds grenade buried in Forest Acres backyard
The Forest Acres Police Department was called to investigate a grenade officials say was found buried behind a Forest Acres home.
Newberry Co. Coroner identifies victim of deadly Prosperity boat crash
Newberry County Coroner, Laura Kneece is releasing new information concerning a boating accident that took place last week.
SCDOT celebrates groundbreaking of improvements to busy interchange
To improve safety and flow of traffic, the project will include reconstruction of ramps as well as the creation of flyover acceleration lanes.
OCSO: Woman escaped kidnapping by ex-husband, held at gunpoint
Orangeburg County Sheriff Leroy Ravenell says a 12 hour long stand-off with an armed man over the weekend ended peacefully.
What's next for Alex Murdaugh and Becky Hill? Former prosecutor weighs in
"The problem is Becky got on the stand and lied about whether she had given a juror a ride home, and the defense correctly identified that in their closing argument. But one of the other things missing in that closing argument was one of the jurors lied about it too. We don't know which one, but nobody said they got a ride home from Becky Hill, so one of the jurors lied about it as well, and that's huge. That goes to the direct credibility of these jurors," says Murray.
Lockheed Martin celebrates 50th anniversary of F-16 jet
On Tuesday morning members of the South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance and officials with Lockheed Martin marked the 50th anniversary of the plane.
Local Living: Registration open for spring break, summer camps at SC State Museum
Local Living: SC State Museum now has registration open for spring break and summer camps.
Deputies: Traffic stop leads to drugs, guns seizure
Investigators say Elijah Grant, 24, and Aretha Brooks, 55, of Bowman were each charged with trafficking cocaine and meth, as well as possession of a weapon, ecstasy, Xanax, and marijuana.
Lexington County man sentenced to 40 years for Fish Hatchery Road murder
A 22-year-old man was convicted for murder by a Lexington County jury last week, says the Eleventh Circuit Solicitor’s Office.
City of Columbia hosting homebuyer workshop
The City of Columbia's Development Department is hosting a homebuyer workshop on Wednesday, February 21.
Bamberg residents work together to clean up community after tornado
Volunteers from various public sectors gathered together to clean up Bamberg after a Category EF-2 tornado recently hit the area, said county officials.
Claflin University receives Mellon Foundation grant for Humanities Hub
Claflin University was awarded a grant to help the school establish a Humanities Hub, said university officials.
SC Attorney General joins 27-state coalition supporting Texas' border defense barriers
The Attorney General's Office said Wilson believes that Texas is just trying to protect its citizens.
SC Lawmakers seek to opt-in food program
A group of Democratic state lawmakers are heading to Washington D.C. to ask congress for a waiver to opt-in to the summer food program.
9 people displaced following single-wide mobile home fire
Nine people in Lexington County are displaced after a mobile home fire, said fire officials.
Pet of the Week: Felix!
Felix is a young guy at just 8 months old, but is already so well mannered. In fact, he's been chosen as a staff member's "office dog!" But he would much rather be on your couch at home! Adopt him today from the Kershaw County Humane Society.
Firefighters investigate smoke coming from Gaston school
Crews with the Lexington County Fire Service and Gaston Police Department was at a school seen with smoke in the structure, said Gaston police.
Woman wanted in Sumter County in connection with financial transaction card fraud arrested
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says Cassie Barnwell was arrested on Monday night, Jan. 29.
Orangeburg County deputies searching for stolen wood chip trailer
The Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office is searching for a stolen wood chip trailer taken from an Orangeburg County work site.
Judge denies Murdaugh's request for a retrial in evidentiary hearing
Justice Jean Toal with the Richland County Courthouse denies Alex Murdaugh request for a retrial
Traffic accident damaging power lines leaves Newberry Co. residents in the dark
The Newberry County Sheriff's Office is working a traffic accident they say caused several issues in the county including power outages and road closures. (7:58pm).
SC ranked 10th worst state for singles
With Valentine’s Day fast approaching one survey says South Carolina is not the place to find a date.
Inaugural Governor's Economic Summit addresses future needs of Palmetto State industries
The Governor’s Economic Summit stressed the importance of electric vehicles to the future of South Carolina, especially with the addition of Scout Motors coming to nearby Blythewood.
Local Living: Lexington School District Two hosting teacher job fair
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