Teen charged in crash that killed two
“This man’s lawlessness cost two young people their lives,” Sheriff Leon Lott said. “He should not have been on the streets in the first place. Another criminal, out on bond, terrorizing our community.”
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Update: Suspect in domestic violence incident now behind bars
Lexington PD say with the assistance of the Richland County Sheriff's Department, J'Air Atkins was taken into custody overnight and is being held at the Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center.
Tax Free Weekend underway in SC: What you need to know from SC DOR
According to the South Carolina Department of Revenue, there are some things you need to know if you are heading out to shop during the sales tax holiday.
LCSD: Two missing siblings have been found safe
Lexington County Sheriff's Deputies say two siblings have been found safe after they went missing last week.
American Idol hosting "Idols Across America" South Carolina auditions over Zoom Friday
Are you the next "American Idol"? If your dream is to be a singer and a star, now is your chance to go for it! ABC's "American Idol" holds "Idols Across America" South Carolina auditions over Zoom on Friday, August 4th
Get that flu shot: Some pharmacies urging people to schedule flu shot before Fall
Get that flu shot. Some pharmacies are urging people to schedule their flu vaccines now before the Fall begins
Suspect charged in hours-long standoff
Investigators say on Tuesday morning a woman arrived at an RCSD sub-station and reported that she had been assaulted by her husband.
SC annual tax free weekend August 4 - August 6
South Carolina's annual tax free weekend runs August 4 at 12 a.m. until August 6 at 11:59 p.m
Sumter teens charged in connection to 26 car break in's
Two teens are in custody in connection with 26 car break-ins in the City of Sumter.
Lexington deputies search for two missing since Wednesday
The Lexington County Sheriff's Department is asking for your help locating two children that authorities say have been missing since Wednesday.
Rural SC school district prepares to offer teachers affordable housing
Fairfield County’s superintendent hopes the housing project will help recruit and retain new teachers.
Coroner identifies Lake Murray drowning victim
The Lexington Co. Coroner's office has identified remains recovered from Lake Murray on July 27th.
THE HARD RESET: OCSD celebrates start of new academic year at convocation event
Orangeburg County School District returns to class this Monday.
ONE ON ONE: USC professor explains dangers of vaping advertisements
According to a CDC study, 1 in 10 young adults are regular users of e-cigarettes or vaping products.
Columbia Fire reminding residents to check smoke and carbon monoxide alarms in homes
The Columbia Fire Department is reminding residents to check the smoke and carbon monoxide alarms inside their homes
Deputies: Argument between two men, two women ends in shooting
According to deputies this was an isolated incident and those involved know each other.
SC Tax Free Weekend: What you need to know from SC DOR
The state's annual tax free weekend starts Friday, August 4, 2023
Police urge caution following power outages
Affecting area intersections
SC DOT: Access to Garner Lane relocated from I-20 eastbound ramp to Longcreek Drive
The South Carolina Department of Transportation wants drivers to know that today access to Garner Lane will be relocated from the Interstate 20 eastbound ramp to Longcreek Drive
Easley Police officer struck, killed by train
An Easly Police officer is dead after authorities say he was struck by a train while trying to save a someone else.
"Healing first" center coming to South Carolina aims to lower reincarcerations
At the State House, officials with Wells Fargo announced they'll provide up to $60 million to support the national expansion of a nonprofit group called Concordance -- a group which aims to reduce repeat criminal offenses by providing inmates an opportunity to heal before fully re-entering society.
Local Living: Back to School and First Sunday
In our look at Local Living, the South Carolina State Museum is offering $1 general admission on August 6, 2023 for First Sunday.
Applications available for new Columbia Housing location
Two and three-bedroom town homes are available now at The Oaks at St. Anna's Park.
Manufacturer announces first US manufacturing operations in South Carolina
Zilmet USA will bring a $32.7 million investment and create approximately 50 new jobs in Georgetown County, according to the Governor's office.
SC Sales Tax Holiday set to begin Friday
South Carolina's annual tax free weekend runs August 4 at 12 a.m. until August 6 at 11:59 p.m
