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Persons of interest wanted for questioning in Gervais Street shooting

Columbia police are searching for three persons of interest for a shooting last month that sent a man to the hospital.

Segra Park to host "Fireworks with the Phil" on July 4th

"Gates are gonna open at 6:30. The actual concert will start at 8, 8:15 p.m. We'll have bounce houses for the kids early on, and concessions will be open. So I would encourage people to get here early, and just enjoy all the atmosphere. You'll get to hear the musicians tune up and get everything ready to go, which is kind of fun too," Shank says.

CAE experiences pre-pandemic holiday crowds, few delays

Columbia Metropolitan Airport reports more than 12,000 passengers traveled CAE during the weekend and the airport anticipates another 5,000 passengers over the next couple days.

ON THE ROAD: Beaufort

We hear from Beaufort native, Nan Sutton, who owns the downtown store Lulu Burgess, as well as Chris Barr from Reconstruction Era National Park.

Columbia crews respond to house fire

Officials say firefighters responded around 12:15pm to a home on Bee Ridge Rd.

Lake Wateree drowning victim identified

The Fairfield Co. Coroner's Office has identified a man who drowned on Lake Wateree in Ridgeway on Saturday, July 1st.

One dead and two injured during shooting at birthday party in Fairfield County

According to investigators, deputies were dispatched to a 21st birthday party on Peach Road at 9:34 p.m. on Saturday.

Man charged with murder in Orangeburg County

According to the Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office, on June 27th a unit responded to a home on 440 Hampshire Court for an aggravated assault.

Tips to conserve energy this Summer from Dominion Energy

Dominion Energy is offering tips to conserve energy as temperatures rise this summer

SC Troopers increase presence on roads during the July 4th Holiday Weekend

If you're traveling this weekend, expect to see an increased presence of law enforcement

Prisma Health offers firework safety tips this July 4

Prisma Health is encouraging citizens to stay safe during Independence Day celebrations.

S.C. Dept. of Natural Resources offering courtesy boat inspections July 4th holiday weekend

The S.C. Dept. of Natural Resources Law Enforcement Division will be offering courtesy boat inspections at public boat landings state-wide.

Local Living: Lake Murray Boat Parade, Peach Festival and more this weekend

Here's a look at some July4th happenings across the Midlands.

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Alexander McQueen fashion exhibition coming to Columbia Museum of Art

Pay attention fashion lovers!

Noah Cyrus coming to Columbia, performing at The Senate on Sept. 15

Get ready Noah Cyrus fans!

ABC Columbia News speaks to July 4 holiday travelers

We found out where travelers were headed to this Fourth of July holiday weekend!

AAA: Public to pay less for gas this holiday weekend

Some good news if you're hitting the road this Fourth of July weekend!

Updated Richland County fireworks ordinance to go into effect July 1st

According to Richland County's website, the ordinance makes it unlawful for anyone to use, discharge, shoot, or ignite fireworks or similar explosives within unincorporated Richland County between the hours of 10 p.m. and 7 a.m. However, exceptions are being made for the night of the Fourth of July as well as New Year's Eve.