Traffic lights at Main, College Streets intersection out, say Newberry Police
The Newberry Police Department is asking residents to approach the intersection of Main and College Streets with caution due to traffic lights in the area being out.
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Officers searching for person accused of shoplifting at local business
The Cayce Police Department is asking for the public's help finding a person accused of shoplifting from a business in the area, say investigators.
Dominion Energy offers tips to manage energy bills as temperatures drop
With temperatures dropping, Dominion Energy is giving tips to help customers manage their energy usage and bills this winter.
S.C. House gives green light for gender transition ban
HB 4624, aimed at banning anyone in the State of South Carolina under the age of 18 from being able to gain access to any gender reassignment procedures has passed in the House with a vote of 82 to 23
Food Truck Fridays rolls back into Columbia
With the chill in the air, the City of Columbia may just be able to heat things up a bit with some delicious dishes for 'Food Truck Fridays'.
SC cannabis supporters urge lawmakers to change stance on marijuana
Wednesday at a rally at the statehouse, Senator Deon Tedder spoke about a proposed bill that would not allow the smell of marijuana alone to be a probable cause to search a vehicle.
School District Five students selected for honor choir
Multiple students from Lexington-Richland School District Five have been selected for the South Carolina American Choral Directors Honor Choir, said district officials.
H&R Block offering money off services during partnership with Richland Two for backpack program
District officials say for a select period of time people can donate items at their H&R Block office and receive money off their tax services.
Dating series Love Island USA casting in Columbia
Want to be on the next "Love Island USA"? The reality dating series is casting local singles in Columbia.
FBI warns of "sextortion" cases rising online, targeting young boys
"Really, we just want these victims to understand that they are not alone. We know that this can be very frightening, this can be embarrassing. And in some cases they think that they are going to get in trouble with law enforcement and we want them to know that that's not the case," says Wheeler.
Local Living: RV expo, Jurassic World Live Tour, Donut Fest
Local Living: Here is a look at some events in the Midlands
Aldi ditches plastic bags for good
Aldi customer will no longer be able to purchase plastic bags.
Deputies: Student arrested for bringing gun to school
Investigators say just after 8am the school resource officer was notified by administrators that they found a handgun in the student's backpack when he set off the school's metal detector.
South Carolina Republicans weigh transgender health restrictions as Missouri sees similar bills
Restrictions on medical care for transgender minors are up for debate in the South Carolina House on Wednesday, as a slew of like-minded proposals receive discussion in a Missouri legislative committee.
Rep. Justin Bamberg offers to be Nikki Haley's VP
Democratic State Representative Justin Bamberg has offered to cross the aisle and join Nikki Haley's ticket for the presidency as her vice president in a longshot attempt.
Another Republican debate is canceled after Haley says she'll only participate if Trump does, too
Another Republican presidential debate has been canceled after Nikki Haley's refusal to participate in any forum that doesn't also include former President Donald Trump, meaning that for the first time in years there will not be an on-the-ground face-off ahead of New Hampshire's primary next week.
Winning Mega Millions lottery ticket sold in Columbia
A grocery store in Columbia sold a Mega Millions ticket worth $1 million for Tuesday night's drawing.
Another inmate found stabbed at Richland County detention center, deputies say
Richland County deputies are investigating a stabbing that occurred last night at the Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center, says the Richland County Sheriff’s Department.
RCSD: Jail guard arrested after being caught taking contraband to the facility
A jail guard at the Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center was arrested on Tuesday, says the Richland County Sheriff's Department.
Lanes reopen after Sunset Blvd/US-378 collision, Lexington Police say
The Lexington Police Department says all lanes are reopen after a collision on Sunset Blvd/US-378 at Hope Ferry Road, said the department.
SC Secretary of Transportation announces retirement
South Carolina Transportation Secretary Christy Hall has announced she will retire after nearly 30 years with the state’s Department of Transportation.
Richland Two pilot project provides resources for students
A grant from the Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) is providing Richland School District Two the resources to launch a pilot project for schools in the district.
Research shows wave of climate misinformation is spreading on YouTube
An alarming wave of climate misinformation is spreading on youtube according to analysis published Tuesday
7 Richland School District One students selected for All-State Orchestra
Congratulations are in order for several students in the Richland One school district who have been chosen to take their musical skills statewide.
Murdaugh back in court as attorneys discuss upcoming hearing on possible retrial
"This is not the trial of Ms. Hill. And issues about motives and so forth and the possible commission of crimes are not what this inquiry is about. It is about her contact if any with the juror, and what she said," says Judge Jean Toal.
