Coroner identifies person killed in motorcycle collision
Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher has released the name of the person killed in a motorcycle collision, said the coroner's office.
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Lexington County coroner identifies body found on I-20
Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher is releasing the name of the woman found dead on the shoulder of I-20 Westbound.
South Carolina wants to restart executions with firing squad, electric chair and lethal injection
Lawyers for four death row inmates who have run out of appeals are expected to argue to the South Carolina Supreme Court that the state's old electric chair and new firing squad are cruel and unusual punishments.
Small earthquake reported in the Midlands
Official say the 1.74 quake rattled the dishes around 6:30am
Pet of the Week: Samantha
Samantha's love story with fellow shelter dog, Papi, has already captivated all Columbia Animal Services' staff and volunteers! She's hoping to find her true happily ever after in a furever home ahead of Valentine's Day.
Midlands owner accused of evading thousands in taxes
The Department of Revenue says a Midlands restaurant owner is accused of evading more than $238 thousand in taxes.
Leaphart Elementary School students become published authors
Eight Leaphart Elementary School (LES) STEAM Magnet students have become published authors through writing program.
FBI searching for NY murder suspect who has ties to SC
The FBI office in Columbia is warning South Carolina residents to be on the lookout for a suspect in a New York murder.
Almost 38 years later -- trial for accused murderer of 4-year-old Jessica Gutierrez set to begin
On June 5th, 1986, young Jessica was abducted from her home while she slept next to her sister, Rebecca.
Updated plans for redevelopment project of Richland Mall announced
The City of Forest Acres held a press conference on Monday, Feb. 5, 2024 to give an update on the redevelopment of Richland Mall.
Local Living: Events happening in the Midlands
Local Living: Take a look at events happening in the Midlands
Deputies: Teen returned home safe
According to the Sumter County Sheriff's Office, Tyquell Calvin was found and is now home.
Solicitor: Two sentenced after drugs found in child's dollhouse
A spokesperson for the 11th Circuit Solicitor's Office says Justin Goff, 34, and Steven Loan, 36, pleaded guilty in Lexington Co. on Jan 25th.
SCAG: Midlands man facing child sex abuse charges
Investigators say William Shuford, 71, was arrested last week after they say he traveled to meet someone he believed to be a minor for sex.
RCSD: Missing Midlands girl found safe
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is asking for the public's help finding a missing 12-year-old.
South Carolina woman seeks clarity on abortion ban in lawsuit backed by Planned Parenthood
A South Carolina woman who traveled elsewhere for an abortion just days after reaching six weeks of pregnancy wants a court to affirm that the state’s ban on the procedure — when a “fetal heartbeat” can be detected — should not take effect until later in a pregnancy.
Midlands man arrested in connection with DUI, hit-and-run, say Columbia police
A man was arrested on Saturday in connection with a DUI and a hit-and-run, said the Columbia Police Department.
Firefighters honored during weekend ceremony
Remembering 118 members of the South Carolina State Firefighters’ Association who died in 2023, including two line of duty deaths.
Sumter Police: 1 dead, 2 injured after 2 separate shootings
The Sumter Police Department is investigating two separate shootings over the weekend, one of which resulted in a death.
1 dead, 2 injured in Lexington County crash involving motorcycle
One person is dead and two others are injured after a weekend crash that involved a motorcycle, said state troopers.
$300,000 lottery ticket sold at Lexington gas station, is it yours?
Check your tickets to see if you are the lucky winner of the Palmetto Cash 5 with Power-Up.
DHEC offers free testing on National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is offering testing for HIV and sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) in recognition of National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day.
President Joe Biden wins South Carolina’s Democratic primary as he gears up for his reelection bid
South Carolina voters took to the polls on Saturday to kick off the Democratic party’s first official primary.
Passerby discovers dead body along shoulder of I-20
Authorities investigate a death after they say a passerby discovered a dead body on the shoulder of the interstate 20 Friday morning
Chapin H.S. student selected to perform at Carnegie Hall
One Chapin High School student is hitting a high note after being chosen to join other musician peers from across the country that will get to perform at Carnegie Hall in New York City
