Russell Laffitte due to prison Thursday after bond request denied
He is expected to start serving his seven-year sentence on Thursday, Sept. 28.
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Human remains found in ditch in Clarendon County are those of missing woman, say Deputies
Human remains found alongside a road in Clarendon County are those of missing women, say Deputies
Cleanup efforts by U.S. Navy and U.S. Marine Corps underway following F35 jet crash earlier this month
Cleanup efforts by the U.S. Navy and U.S. Marine Corps are underway following the F35 Stealth Fighter Jet crash near Florence on September 17, 2023.
Attorney: Richland School Dist. 2 reaches settlement in alleged sexual assault lawsuit
A spokesperson for Columbia Attorney Tyler Bailey says the family of a Ridge View High School basketball player who was allegedly sexually assaulted by several teammates prior to a game in 2020 has settled their lawsuit with Richland School Dist. 2 for $285,000.
Lexington Medical Center set to host 2023 Women’s Night Out
You can help in the fight against breast cancer by celebrating Women's Night Out. Lexington Medical Center is set to host the 2023 Women’s Night Out.
Update: Richland Co. deputies find reported runaway teen
Investigators say Isabella McDuffie-Roberts was found safe
DHEC confirms season's first flu-related death in SC
Officials with DHEC and the Centers for Disease Control recommend everyone over 6 months of age get vaccinated against the flu.
Eau Claire Community Prayer Rally set for Sunday
Prayer rally to be held Sunday in response to shooting deaths of three Eau Claire High School students.
Richland Co. community members discuss rash of violence
Community members in Richland County held a meeting to discuss the violence in the area.
SC Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services unveils new display at law enforcement museum
Warren says his department is looking for motivated employees who help them accomplish their mission of helping those being released from custody.
Two elementary students in Lex-Rich School District Five will become published authors
According to school officials, the books that De Andre and Dylan wrote during Tucker's multi week writing program called "Share Your Story" will be published and sold on Amazon.
Local Living: Irmo Okra Strut this weekend
In our look at Local Living, we are headed to Irmo for the annual Irmo Okra Strut
Employee at care facility charged with abuse of a vulnerable adult
Investigators say the victim was a resident of the facility.
Pet of the Week: Steve
Steve was found tied to a tree, abandoned outside of Pawmetto Lifeline. Despite his past, he is a huge lovebug! Adopt this guy today!
Red Cross facing national blood and platelet shortage
The American Red Cross is in urgent need of donations and is asking for your help.
DHEC: More than 99% of SC drinking water is safe
The reviews are required by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency through the Safe Drinking Water Act.
Deputies: Two dead in overnight shooting
Investigators say just before 1am Tuesday morning deputies responded to an apartment complex on Willow Oak Dr. to a report of gunfire.
Police: Man wanted for allegedly touching himself in library
According to investigators, an employee saw the man watching the girls with his hand in his pants.
United Night Out with United Way of the Midlands
Interested in giving back to your local community? Join United Way of the Midlands' inaugural United Night Out event to learn more!
Trump makes Lowcountry stop on SC trip
Speaking to a crowd at Sportsman Boats in Summerville, Trump was critical of the Biden administration.
ABC's of Education: President Biden discusses HBCU funding
Historical Black Colleges and Universities are still trying to make sure their students and staff get the same treatment as their competing higher learning facilities. SC State President weighs in.
Columbia Police investigate stabbing in Five Points
The Columbia Police Department have taken one person into custody following Monday night stabbing
"Here we are once again" -- Officials discuss deadly shooting of three teenagers on Saddletrail Road
"This is not normal. I mean the day that we start accepting this as being normal activity, then something is wrong with us," says Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott.
Donald Trump makes campaign stop in South Carolina
Former President Donald Trump continues to hit the campaign trail. On Monday, he made a stop in South Carolina, speaking to supporters in Summerville.
Deputies: Alvin S. Glenn guard accused of providing contraband
According to deputies, when they searched the guard they found a bag of loose tobacco, a phone charger, marijuana, and crack.
