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.
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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.
Local Living: Cottontown Art Crawl, spring break camp registration ,free book signing event
Local Living: Take a look at events happening in the Midlands
Duke Energy seeks new ways to meet the Carolinas' surging electric demand
Duke Energy Corp. subsidiaries for North Carolina and South Carolina have offered to regulators an adjusted electricity production proposal that the utilities say responds to surging demand projections while still reaching for future greenhouse gas reduction targets.
Police: Two men charged for weekend break-in at Sumter business
Two men have been charged for a weekend break-in at a Sumter business, said police officers.
Whitmire man sentenced to 30 years for shooting man on Hwy-66
A Whitmire man has pled guilty to murder for a December 19, 2021, shooting death of a Winnsboro man on Hwy-66 near the Newberry/Laurens County line.
Richland County holding annual Go Red for Women Lunch & Learn
Richland County is hosting a community event to raise awareness about heart health among women.
Nikki Haley makes campaign stop in SC
Republican Presidential Candidate and Former SC Governor Nikki Haley made a return to her home state on Thursday afternoon.
Columbia police investigating overnight shooting
Officers with the Columbia Police Department are investigating an overnight shooting, said the department.
Sumter County: Wanted man arrested after being identified during separate investigation
Sumter County deputies say they were investigating a burglary that happened on Wednesday, Jan. 24 when they identified a wanted man and his vehicle.
SC Democratic primary to be held on Saturday
The Democratic primary will be held on Saturday, Feb. 3.
Richland County: Man wanted in connection with burglary, grand larceny
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is searching for a man wanted for burglary and grand larceny.
Richland Library celebrates Black History Month
Richland Library is highlighting the achievements of African Americans during the month of February to celebrate Black History Month.
Couple accused of burning cross in neighbors yard could face eviction
A white couple accused of burning a cross facing their black neighbor's home could soon be kicked out of their house outside of Conway.
VP Kamala Harris to visit SCSU
Vice President Kamala Harris will be in Orangeburg on Friday.
Iraqi militants believed responsible for drone attack that left 3 soldiers dead, local representatives call for Biden to act
"I've heard many times from people asking our leadership, if they're going to respond or are we going to wait for our soldiers to be killed. Well it has happened. They have been killed," says Retired Army CSM and Representative Doug Gilliam -- who believes the deaths were preventable.
Attorney general and lawmakers aim to tackle backlog of violent crimes piling up across South Carolina
In the 3rd circuit district alone, which includes Sumter County, there are 61 murder charges dating more than three years old.
Local Living: Vintage Market Days, First Thursday at Columbia Museum of Art, Chamber Crawl Series
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Secretary of Labor visits with members from labor unions
Acting U.S. Secretary of Labor Julie Su in West Columbia today speaking with members from various labor unions.
Ellen Weaver shares Department of Education's 2024-2025 budget priorities
State Superintendent of Education Ellen Weaver presented the Department of Education's budget priorities for the 2024-2025 school year on Tuesday afternoon.
Palmetto Broadband Coalition launches initiative to expand broadband access
On Tuesday, the Palmetto Broadband Coalition officially launched their initiative to expand broadband access, advocate for pro-broadband policy and foster innovation throughout the State of South Carolina.
