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UPDATE: Lanes of Sunset Blvd./US-378 reopened after 3 collisions

Lexington Police says all lanes of Sunset Blvd./US-378 have reopened after three collisions were cleared from the roadway.

Lexington Coroner ID's deceased in I-26 vehicle incident

Lexington Coroner Margaret Fisher says Victoria Ryan Johnson, 50, died in a single-vehicle collision near the 112 mile marker of I-26 in West Columbia area of Lexington Co.

Lexington man arrested on child sexual abuse material charges

A Lexington man has been arrested on child sexual abuse material charges, according to SC Attorney General Alan Wilson.

City of Columbia to hand out Youth Services Guides for Summer Activities

As we near the end of the school year, the City of Columbia announced it will distribute copies of the 2023 Youth Services Guide to the community.

Gov. McMaster signs six-week abortion ban, lawsuit filed to block Act

The Act protects life by prohibiting abortions after a fetal heartbeat has been detected, with exceptions for the life or health of the mother, medical emergencies, fatal fetal anomalies, and, up to twelve weeks of pregnancy, in cases of rape or incest.

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Lexington trio convicted in 2021 deadly shooting of teenager

Officials say the trial started back May 15, 2023 ending with a jury handing down a guilty verdict in the death of 15 year old Sanaa Amenhotep.

Orangeburg deputies search for man accused of shoplifting, threatening store employee

The Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office is searching for a suspect accused of shoplifting at a local WalMart.

Groundbreaking for new elementary school in Lee County

All three elementary schools in Lee County will be consolidating, bringing around 700 students together.

Senior Resources hopes Reverse 50/50 Raffle will help operating cost

This comes after the non-profit works to stay afloat after a major spike in operation cost.

National Boating Safety Week

Before you say ships ahoy, DNR and the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department has reminders for boaters.

Couple volunteers across country after selling home and buying RV

Over the course of six months, the couple sold their home and vehicles, bought an RV, and started "Marriage On A Mission" -- with a goal of spreading faith, love, service, and fun.

South Carolina tax return preparer pleads guilty to tax fraud

A Columbia tax return preparer pleaded guilty today to conspiracy to defraud the United States after preparing and filing false tax returns.

ON THE ROAD: Hartsville

Watch the story to see how the downtown redevelopment has transformed this charming college town in an attractive destination.

U.s. Officially Reaches Debt Ceiling Today

USC economist explains impact of federal debt ceiling debate

In the meantime, Von Nessen says the holdup is hurting the US economy and impacting GDP.

Sumter PD seek individuals connected to pickup, trailer theft

Sumter Police Department is looking to find the individual(s) involved in the theft of a pickup truck and trailer from a East Liberty Street business on Sunday before 9 p.m.

Columbia PD asks residents to submit video footage in Windrush Drive shooting

Columbia Police are requesting video from residents in the 400 block of Windrush Drive (Liberty Ridge) after a non-fatal shooting occurred in the area on May 20 after 5 a.m.