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Officers searching for teen wanted for firearms charges

The Sumter Police Department is asking for the public's help finding a teen wanted for firearms charges, says the department.

City of Columbia bringing awareness to Black Maternal Health Week

The City of Columbia is hosting its first “Mom’s Market” as part of Black Maternal Health Week.

Former SCDJJ employees arrested for providing contraband to youth

According to the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice, two former employees have been charged with misconduct in office.

Overnight closure scheduled on I-26 eastbound for bridge construction, say SCDOT

The Department of Transportation says there will be a temporary closure of a section of I-126 eastbound, just east of the I-26/I-126 Interchange.

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South Carolina's Dawn Staley is the AP Coach of the Year for the 2nd time

Dawn Staley did a masterful job guiding a young South Carolina team back to the Final Four with an undefeated record for the second straight season.

Five arrested after another drug bust by Fairfield, Chester County deputies

Fairfield and Chester County deputies have arrested 5 more drug dealers in an ongoing Mitford and Great Falls areas investigation.

Traffic Alert: Lanes on I-26 closed after vehicle catches on fire

All lanes on I-26 westbound at the 125 mile marker are currently closed due to a vehicle fire, says highway patrol.

Inmate dead after being found unresponsive in early morning hours

An inmate has been pronounced dead after being found unresponsive in the early morning hours, say Sumter County deputies.

Governor McMaster underwent minor knee surgery

Governor Henry McMaster has undergone minor outpatient orthopedic knee surgery on Thursday morning, said officials.

Coroner identifies person killed after Lexington County collision

Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher has identified the person who died after a collision Edmund Highway, said the coroner's office.

Tips to keep in mind during tax filing season

The individual income tax due date is in about two weeks and for those who are looking to file before April 15, here are some tips to keep in mind from the South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs.

Richland County Administration building reopens after closing due to power outage

Officials say the Richland County Administration Building has reopened on Thursday after previously being closed on Wednesday.

2 arrested after robbing Verzion store, say deputies

A man and woman have been arrested in connection with a Verzion store robbery, say RCSD.

Newberry County needs help identifying suspects

The Newberry County Sheriff's Office is hoping someone from the community can help them identify two people accused of stealing from a local business.

Where you can get glasses for the upcoming solar eclipse

If you are gearing up for Monday's partial solar eclipse, here is a list things you need to know before viewing the rare sight.

Two Midlands Restaurants Named 2024 James Beard Award Finalists

Two Midlands resturants named 2024 James Beard Award finalists

Two Midlands restaurants are up for the Oscars of the culinary industry.

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Space Force Guardians make history as 1st in branch to become Army Drill Sergeants

TSGT David Gudgeon and SGT Yuji Moore started as non-commissioned officers in the Air Force before transferring into Space Force. And now, in what's loosely referred to as cross-pollination of the branches, they can add Drill Sergeant to their list of accomplishments.