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PENNY TAX PROGRAM: Northeast Columbia project breaks ground on Alpine Road

Part of the project involves more than two miles of sidewalk. Its aim is to make the area safer for pedestrians.

Midlands gang leader sentenced to 30 years in prison for drug conspiracy

The leader of a local street gang was sentenced to 30 years in federal prison, said the United States Department of Justice United States Attorney’s Office District of South Carolina.

Police: Suspect arrested in Sumter park shooting

Singletary told police the shooting was in retaliation for an earlier attempted robbery, however, the person who was injured was not involved in the incident.

Woman arrested in connection with shooting another at Eastover home

A 27-year-old woman was arrested in connection with a Friday, Oct. 27 shooting said the Richland County Sheriff's Department.

Two displaced after home fire in Columbia

Two people are displaced after their home suffered extensive damages from a fast-moving house fire this morning.

Lexington students enjoy candypalooza at Vivid Church

Nearly a dozen schools in Lexington were invited to a candypalooza event at Vivid Church.

Coroner: Sumter woman dead after early morning three-vehicle collision in Kershaw County

One person was pronounced dead after a collision on a highway in Kershaw County on Tuesday morning said highway patrol.

Former SC police chief pleads guilty to extorting victims for sexual acts

A former South Carolina police chief has pled guilty to cyberstalking said the United States Department of Justice United States Attorney’s Office District of South Carolina.

AAA offers driver and pedestrian safety tips for Halloween

To help keep everyone stay safe this Halloween, AAA is offering some tips for drivers, parents, and trick or treaters.

Coroner: Lexington County man identified after fatal shooting

The Lexington County Coroner has announced the identity of the man who was shot on Saturday, Oct. 28.

Pet of the Week: Indie!

Happy Howl-o-ween! Meet our Pet of the Week, Indie! There's nothing scary about this girl, but she does already know some tricks! Adopt her today at Lexington County Animal Services.

Presidential candidate Nikki Haley files to appear on her home state's primary ballot

Greeted by supporters at the statehouse, Haley spoke to a crowd after officially putting her name on the presidential ballot in the Palmetto State.

Sheriff: Deputies seeking information about 2022 shooting that left man dead

Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office (OCSO) deputies are searching for answers to a 2022 shooting, said Sheriff Ravenell.

CPD: Columbia police investigating moped collision

A moped passenger was taken to a hospital after a serious collision at Farrow and Frye Roads, said the Columbia Police Department.

Sanctuary at Boyd Island now open to public, offering views and artwork

City officials along with members of the River Alliance and The Darnall W. & Susan F. Boyd Foundation held a ribbon cutting ceremony for the new Sanctuary at Boyd Island, located just across a scenic footbridge on the Saluda Riverwalk.

Police: Child, teen injured in shooting

Investigators say the gunfire came from a dark-colored Ram pickup that was seen speeding away from the area.

SCDPPPS enforcing statewide Halloween curfew for sex offenders on probation, parole

The South Carolina Department of Probation Parole and Pardon Services (SCDPPPS) has announced a statewide curfew for sex offenders under its supervision whose crime is against a child.

Man arrested, accused of throwing kitten against a wall

According to a West Columbia Police Department incident report a man is charged with Cruelty to Animals after throwing a kitten against a wall during an argument.

Local Living: City of Columbia hosting Halloween Events

The City of Columbia is hosting several Halloween events Monday and on Tuesday, October 31, 2023.

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CRFD: Columbia firefighters get parking garage fire under control

The Columbia-Richland Fire Department said fire crews responded to an afternoon parking garage fire.

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Deputies: Law enforcement investigating shooting after one man shot

The Lexington County Sheriff's Department said deputies are investigating a Saturday morning shooting after a man was shot.

Midlands Halloween: List of events for the spooky season

October is filled with Halloween events in the Midlands.

SCDOT to implement rolling lane closure along S.C. 6

SCDOT implementing rolling lane closure along S.C. 6

On Tuesday, Oct. 31, The South Carolina Department of Transportation will be performing a temporary rolling lane closure of the eastbound, outside travel lane along S.C. 6 on the Lake Murray Dam.