DHEC launches ‘Be Battery Smart’ Campaign for South Carolina
The Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) launched a campaign on battery safety today at the State House.
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DHEC encourages everyone to get updated vaccinations
The Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) says people are most at risk for seasonal illnesses during the fall months, winter months, and large holiday gatherings.
Teen sentenced to 10 years in prison for striking deputy with stolen vehicle
"Your actions have consequences. It doesn't really matter how you feel afterwards, those actions still happen. And those consequences are still real. And that's true for me as well as Jamon. You know, he's facing the consequences of what he did that day and I'm dealing with them and have been dealing with them everyday since the incident just in a different capacity," says Investigator Merriman.
Police: Woman charged with Cruelty to Child at Midlands Preschool
Investigators say on October 26th at Chesterbrook Academy Preschool, Wages was accused of grabbing a 3 year old boy by his arms with force and leaving visible marks.
Police: Former PTA president charged with taking up to $50K
Police say she is charged with breach of trust and faces up to ten years in prison.
Local Living: Holiday events in the Midlands
Local Living: a look at some Holiday events in the Midlands
Deputies: Sumter woman arrested for trafficking while under house arrest
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says a woman was arrested for drug trafficking and gun charges while under house arrest.
Sumter County: Deputies found infant left in car during routine patrol
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says an infant was found left inside a car during a routine patrol on Monday night.
Clerk denies tampering or influencing jury that found Alex Murdaugh guilty of murder
The clerk of court accused of tampering with the South Carolina jury that found Alex Murdaugh guilty of two counts of murder denied asking jurors if they thought he was guilty before deliberations or suggesting she thought he killed his wife and son.
Troopers: One killed in accident involving garbage truck
One person is dead after a collision involving a garbage truck on Wescott Road in Lexington County, said the SCHP.
Infant mortality rate declines in South Carolina
For the first time in 20 years, the country is seeing a significant increase in infant mortality rates, this is according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Three Sumter schools dismissed early due to power outage
The Sumter School District has announced that three schools in the district have been dismissed early due to a power outage.
Newberry County: Deputies searching for 23-year-old in connection with armed robbery
Newberry County deputies say they are searching for 23-year-old Daquan Malik Cooper in connection with an armed robbery, conspiracy, and possession of a weapon during a violent crime.
Judge sentences teen accused of running over Richland County deputy to 10 years in prison
A teenager charged with hitting a Richland County Deputy with a stolen vehicle last year pleaded guilty in a Richland County Courthouse this morning.
Lexington Police identify man accused of hit-and-run collision
Police in Lexington are looking for a man they say may have been involved in a hit and run in a parking lot of Lowes Home Improvement on October 2nd.
Hootie & the Blowfish announce concert stop in Columbia
Rock band Hootie & the Blowfish announce summer concert series bringing them to Soda City
Democratic candidate Marianne Williamson files to be on SC primary ballot
Most of Williamson’s plans for the country include economic stability for the majority of Americans.
Lake Marion High School prepares for renovation projects to building, athletic facilities
School and district staff broke ground Monday morning on a new turf athletic field being installed at the football stadium.
Newberry County arrests two men accused of armed robbery, attempted murder
Newberry arrests two men accused of armed robbery and attempted murder
South Carolina's official Christmas tree arrives at State House
The 35-foot-tall Norway Spruce that traveled from Henderson Tree Farms in Morganton, North Carolina will become a celebrity of sorts, and for many will mark the beginning of the Christmas and holiday season across the state.
Police: SC State football player charged with having gun on campus
Police at South Carolina State University say Freshman Ja'Quan Toney was arrested Saturday and charged with carrying or displaying firearms in public buildings.
Local Living: Vista Lights set for November 16
In our look at Local Living, tis the season. The 38th annual Vista Lights is set for November 16, 2023.
Columbia mayor unveils city Christmas ornament
The City of Columbia is gearing up for the holidays as Mayor Daniel Rickenmann unveiled this year's official city ornament at city hall.
Columbia firefighters rescue three people after car goes into embankment
Three people were rescued after their car left the road and went down an embankment, said the Columbia-Richland Fire Department.
'Doc' Antle of Netflix's 'Tiger King' pleads guilty to wildlife trafficking and money laundering
An exotic wildlife preserve owner who gained notoriety on the popular Netflix series “Tiger King” pleaded guilty Monday to animal trafficking and money laundering, the U.S. Justice Department announced.
