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UPDATE: Lexington Police identifies driver of truck involved in hit-and-run
Lexington Police say the driver of a truck that was allegedly involved in a hit-and-run collision on Feb. 16 has been identified.
Fatal single-car collision in Richland County
The South Carolina Highway Patrol says a person died after their vehicle ran off the road on Old Hopkins Rd. near Montgomery Lane.
Tire buy-back day at Sumter County Civic Center
People in Sumter will soon have the chance to make a few extra bucks while selling their old tires.
Saluda County motor vehicle crash victim identified
The Saluda County Coroner's Office identified the deceased individual involved in a two vehicle crash between a tractor-trailer and Honda Sedan on Hwy 39 near Speigner Road on March 9.
Brain Injury Association of South Carolina honors survivors at State House
Celebrating its 25th anniversary, the Brain Injury Association of South Carolina met at the State House on Thursday to honor Brain Injury Awareness Month.
Parents suing Lexington One after student says she was punished for not saying pledge of allegiance
A River Bluff High School student’s parents are suing Lexington District One as well as a teacher and others after they say their daughter was punished for not participating in the pledge of allegiance.
Couple charged with abuse of 6 week-old child
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office has charged a couple with abuse of a 6 week- old child.
Local Living: SC Philharmonic and Irmo Cherry Blossom Festival
Local Living: A look at happenings around the Midlands
Former Ft. Jackson trainee found not guilty by reason of insanity
At a hearing Thursday a judge reviewed opinions by two doctors and determined Jovan Collazo was not able to discern right from wrong.
SC House OKs $1.3 billion for new electric SUV plant
The plan would borrow nothing, instead paying the entire amount through surpluses the state has managed to save over the past few years as the COVID-19 pandemic didn’t hurt the amount of tax revenue South Carolina collects as much as feared.
Governor taps current workforce chief of staff to run agency
Gov. Henry McMaster announced Thursday that he has tapped the Department of Employment and Workforce’s chief of staff, William Floyd, who spent more than 35 years as a labor lawyer.
Woman charged with illegal abortion in Greenville
Greenville Police say a woman is facing charges for having an illegal abortion.
Midlands Technical College announces S.C.'s first mobile Heavy Equipment Operator program
Midlands Technical College (MTC) and Truist have partnered to create South Carolina's first mobile heavy equipment operator training program.
Carter Lumber announces $26 million expansion in Florence County
A leading building materials supplier, Carter Lumber, is investing $26 million in Florence County with their new facility.
RCSD seeking bond revocation for murder suspect connected to weekend shooting
Richland investigators are seeking bond revocation for a 2021 murder suspect connected to a weekend shooting.
Fake Irmo Facebook post continues to spread after homicide
The Irmo Police Department says a fake social media post is spreading across different platforms after a homicide shooting at a Kroger parking lot on Valentines Day.
March Of Dimes members meet with SC lawmakers on better maternal care
As part of their annual March For Change, Wilson and other members met with lawmakers at the state house to address the need for better healthcare for moms and babies.
Richland County judge denies bond reduction motion for Midlands teenager charged with attempted murder
Those against Cheatham having a bond at all included Sheriff Leon Lott and Deputy Sarah Merriman herself.
SC House passes hate crime bill
Wednesday the House of Representatives passed the Clementa Pinckney Hate Crimes Act by a vote of 84 to 31.
Lexington Police charge 13 year-old following social media threats against student
The Lexington Police says a 13 year-old Lakeside Middle School student will be charged following threats he made this morning through social media to a River Bluff High School student.
Training exercise happening tonight at Columbiana Center
Don't be alarmed if you see a heavy police presence at the Columbiana Center tonight after normal business hours tonight.
SLED investigating officer involved shooting in Aiken
SLED agents are investigating an officer involved shooting that happened yesterday, March 7 in Aiken County.
Executive gets 15 months in prison in doomed nuclear project
A former executive utility who gave rosy projections on the progress of two nuclear power plants in South Carolina while they were hopelessly behind will spend 15 months in prison for the doomed project that cost ratepayers billions of dollars.
Five Rock Hill men sentenced for involvement in Fentanyl distribution ring
Five men from Rock Hill have been sentenced to federal prison after authorities say they plead guilty to a multi-state drug operation out of the Rock Hill and Charlotte, North Carolina, area.
