Richland County hosting sleeping bag drive for the homeless
The Richland County Neighborhood Council (RCNC) is partnering with Midlands nonprofit All Kind for a sleeping bag drive to benefit the County’s homeless population.
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Midlands man charged in child pornography investigation
Investigators say on September 5th of last year deputies received a tip from the Attorney General's Office in reference to child pornography.
Columbia Firefighters respond to 2-alarm apartment fire
Firefighters say they are working to contain a fire at Columbia Rising Apartments on Johnson Ave. near N. Main St.
State Superintendent of Education requests inquiry into R1 learning center
Richland School District One officials have spoken out after becoming aware of a requested inquiry by the State Superintendent of Education Ellen Weaver.
Riverbanks Zoo beloved koala dies
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is mourning the loss of a beloved koala Charlotte.
Midlands native celebrating book launch with book tour stop in Columbia
South Carolina Native and former Gamecock A'ja Wilson is making a stop in Columbia to promote the launch of her upcoming book 'Dear Black Girls'.
City of Columbia raising awareness about heart disease with Go Red Columbia
The City of Columbia is hosting a press conference and community photo session to raise awareness about heart disease.
Pet of the Week: Roscoe!
Now until February 3rd, Lexington County Animal Services is offering free adoptions in honor of the "FREE-zing" weather! Roscoe would love to be your couch and lap dog to cuddle with on these cold winter days.
Midlands "gang member" sentenced to 25 years in prison for drugs
A Midlands gang member was convicted by a Lexington County jury on Thursday, said the Eleventh Circuit Solicitor’s Office.
Incentive program provides $500 to South Carolinians who earn GED
The South Carolina Department of Education is offering some incentive for adults who did not finish high school looking to continue their education.
89th Annual Carolina Cup to be sponsored by MUSC Health
"We're excited for the medical community to provide emergency services, not only to the jockeys, with physicians on staff, to care for anything that may come up but also to the patrons that attend the races every year. So, MUSC is excited to be apart of this event and thankful for the opportunity," says Holmstrom.
SC lawmakers disagree about abortion on 51st anniversary of Roe v. Wade decision
“It goes without saying that the government has no authority to intervene in the decisions between a patient and their doctor," said Rep. Ivory Thigpen, a Democrat from Columbia.
Richland County deputies asking for public's help finding missing woman
The Richland County Sheriff’s Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a missing 28-year-old woman.
Local Living: Columbia Museum of Art public tour for the blind
Local Living: Here is a look at a few events in the Midlands
Lexington man arrested on charges connected to solicitation of a minor
A Lexington man was arrested three charges connected to the attempted sexual exploitation of a minor, said the Attorney General's Office.
Singer Pink set to perform at Colonial Life Arena
Singer Pink is coming to Columbia in November as a stop on her Summer Carnival tour.
Deputies: Woman accused of strangling grandmother
Deputies with the Richland Co. Sheriff's Department say Aneia Anderson is charged with Murder.
Sumter officers searching for man last in contact with family on Friday
The Sumter Police Department is asking for the public's help finding a man who was last in contact with his family on Friday, said the department.
RCSD: Victim dies at hospital after being shot multiple times
A victim was pronounced dead at a hospital after being shot multiple times on Sunday, says Richland County deputies.
Police: Man arrested for sharing child sexual abuse material
Investigators say they found sexually explicit pictures of children dating between 2014 and 2023.
Richland One launches new way to share happenings in the district with new podcast
Families and people in the Richland One community now have a new way to learn about the things happening in the district, says the district.
SCDNR: Officers investigating after boy shot while squirrel hunting
The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources is investigating a shooting in Orangeburg after a 13-year-old boy was shot, said officials.
Man arrested following 3-hour standoff with deputies in Kershaw County
A man was arrested after a 3-hour standoff with deputies at a home in Kershaw County, said KCSO.
Coroner identifies victim of single-vehicle collision on McCords Ferry Road
The Richland County Coroner Naida Rutherford has released the name of the individual involved in a motor vehicle accident that happened on McCords Ferry Road at Bluff Road.
Richland County deputy arrested for driving under the influence
One deputy is under arrest and facing charges of driving under the influence, according to the Richland County Sheriff's Department.
