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Lexington Shamrock Parade Tomorrow At 2!

Lexington Shamrock Parade kicks off tomorrow!

The 8th annual Shamrock Parade kicks off tomorrow in Lexington, presented by the Lexington County Blowfish!

Daylight Savings Time Sunday Morning At 2

How daylight saving time can impact your health

Daylight saving time is this weekend, but did you know springing forward could impact your health?

Columbia Lifesavers Blood Drive accepting donations

You still have time to donate to the Columbia Lifesavers Blood Drive today!

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: Columbia Animal Services Hosts Saint Patrick's Day Adoption Special

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.

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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.