Police: Habitual offender charged with DUI resulting in death
Investigators say the crash happened around 10pm Thursday night.
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Police: Two charged in separate but related shootings
Columbia Police say two men are facing charges related to shootings at North Pointe Estates, an apartment complex on Ripplemeyer Ave.
Brother, sister launch shoe drive to help those in need
A brother and sister from Richland School District Two launched a shoe drive to help people in need.
President Biden to speak at First in the Nation Celebration dinner in SC
The South Carolina Democratic Party announced that President Joe Biden will serve as the keynote speaker for the party’s first-in-the-nation celebration dinner.
Man charged with murder found dead in jail cell
A man who was charged with murder was found dead in his jail cell shortly before midnight on Thursday night, says the Solicitor’s Office.
Prisma Health to host classes for children suffering the loss of a loved one
Prisma Health Children's Hospital–Midlands is offering the Healing Hearts Grief Program for children ages five to 18 to help them deal with the loss of a loved one.
TSA releases data for number of firearms found at SC security checkpoints in 2023
The Transportation Security Administration has released new data showing how many firearms were discovered in carry-on luggage in 2023.
Fairfield County coroner releases name of second victim of wrong way I-77 collision
Fairfield County Coroner Chris Hill has released the name of the second victim involved in a wrong way accident on I-77 near mile marker 31, says the coroner's office.
Murdaugh judge could be a trial witness
Alex Murdaugh’s attorneys could call the judge who convicted him as a witness.
SCSO: 19-year-old wanted in connection with ongoing robbery case in custody
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says 19-year-old Cameron Pearson is in custody after being wanted in connection with an ongoing robbery case.
RCSD: Corrections officer arrested for committing misconduct in office
A Midlands corrections officer was arrested on Friday for misconduct in office and furnishing contraband to a prisoner, says the sheriff's department.
Orangeburg County deputies warn of jury duty scam
Orangeburg County Sheriff Leroy Ravenell is warning residents that a jury duty scam is back, says the department.
Irmo police investigating Lake Murray Boulevard collision
The Irmo Police Department is investigating a two-vehicle collision that happened on Thursday, say officers.
2023 ANNUAL REPORT: Attorney General Alan Wilson speaks about reducing human trafficking in Palmetto State
In South Carolina, 40 of the 46 counties saw cases and suspicious activity can be anonymously reported to the National Human Trafficking Hotline.
Hospitalizations down, but SC still leads among respiratory illnesses says DHEC
"I do not think it's time for us to let our guard down yet, I think all of us need to be diligent about taking care of ourselves and our community and our friends and family by following the simple and preventative measures," Dr. Buchanan says.
Local Living: Home building and remodeling expo at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center
Local Living: A look at events happening in the Midlands
USC, Clemson join statewide initiative giving technical school transfers easy transfer access
Students at state technical schools now have a better chance of becoming Gamecocks or Tigers.
Three wanted for animal cruelty, abandonment
Investigators say it stems from a reported animal cruelty incident that took place around 5pm Sunday, January 7th on the 1900 block of S. Lake Dr. in Red Bank.
Bon Appetit! South Carolina Restaurant Week underway
From casual settings, to fine dining experiences, participating restaurants will feature new dishes as well as fan favorites.
Shark Tank seeking entrepreneurs for season 16
The show features entrepreneurs pitching their companies and products to a panel of business moguls in hopes of landing a deal with one of the Sharks.
SC Lawyer, Senator Dick Harpootlian announces re-election campaign
Lawyer and South Carolina State Senator Dick Harpootlian announced on social media Thursday morning he will be running for re-election in Senate District 26.
County of Lexington updating public signs
In a post on social media, the County of Lexington said Public Works personnel will be implementing a new program by updating many signs throughout the county.
VIDEO: Confirmed EF-2 tornado in Bamberg County during Tuesday's storm
The South Carolina Emergency Management Division (SCEMD) has released a video of the confirmed EF-2 tornado that happened in Bamberg County during Tuesday's storm.
2 arrested in connection with Newberry County burglary
Two people have been arrested in Newberry County on Tuesday after deputies received a call from a Lake Murray homeowner who saw their lake home being broken into on surveillance cameras, said the NCSO.
Meet RCSD rescued K9 Ryder
There is a new member of the team at the Richland County Sheriff's Department Region 6 headquarters.
