Richland Dist. One releases statement on student, teacher altercation
A spokesperson for the district says it happened at C.A. Johnson High School when a teacher and student had a verbal exchange which escalated into a physical altercation.
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Infant in Spartanburg surrendered under Safe Haven Act
Spartanburg Regional Medical Center officials accepted an infant surrendered under Daniel's Law, the Safe Haven for Abandoned Babies Act, on Feb. 20.
Richland deputies searching for robbery and assault suspect
Richland County investigators are asking the public's help in identifying an alleged robbery suspect.
7 year-old threatens students, teacher with knife
The Sumter County Sheriff’s Office says a 7 year-old kindergarten student was found in possession of a 12- inch knife at Cherryvale Elementary School on Feb. 23.
RCSD: 17 year-old arrested in homicide of elderly woman
Richland deputies say a 17 year-old male is in custody after an elderly woman was found deceased outside of her home.
Cayce PD searches for woman accused of dozens of harassing calls
The Cayce Police Department is hoping members of the public can help them find a woman accused of making threatening calls.
Local Living: Cottontown Art Crawl is coming back!
The Cottontown Art Crawl is back next month!
Midlands Technical College remembers historic Harbison Institute
This Black History Month, Midlands Technical College remembers Harbison Institute.
Prisma Health doctors gather for "Black Men and Women in White Coats" event
The gathering was called "Black men and women in white coats." Black doctors, medical residents, and staff met to encourage everyone in the community to make health everyone's top priority.
In-home care advocates rally at State House
Today a group of advocates met at the State House to discuss the need for more in-home care for people living with disabilities.
The COMET accepting applications for leadership program
The COMET is accepting applications for The COMET Academy, a free leadership program for individuals interested in learning how public transit works.
UPDATE: Bull St. open again following natural gas line cut
Earlier today, Columbia firefighters said Bull St. was blocked in both directions between Elmwood Ave. and Jefferson St. due to a cut natural gas line.
Fort Jackson General invites public to tour of post
The public is invited to a special and up-close night view of Fort Jackson's Basic Combat Training on Feb. 28.
Fairfield Coroner releases name in State Hwy 34 East fatal collision
The name of an individual who was involved in a fatal collision was released by the Fairfield Coroner.
Vice President Harris to visit Columbia on Monday
Vice President Kamala Harris will visit Columbia on Feb. 27 to talk about the Biden administration's efforts in expanding high-speed internet nationwide.
Benedict College awarded $130,000 in rehabilitation project
A historic building on a Midlands college campus is getting a facelift.
Sumter Coroner identifies elderly man in collision
The Sumter Coroner has identified an elderly man who died in a collision Tuesday.
RCSD Update: Another barricaded subject arrested in Blythewood home
Yesterday, Richland deputies received a tip from Kershaw County investigators about a stolen van parked at a residence in Blythewood.
Global roofing manufacturer IKO establishing SC operations in Chester County
A global manufacturer of roofing products, IKO, announced plans to establish its first South Carolina operations in Chester County.
SC celebrates first 'National HBCU Day'
Today , Tuesday February 21, 2023 is national historical black colleges and universities day in South Carolina. The first celebration of it's kind in the Palmetto State.
City of Columbia lifts water boil advisory for parts of Richland Co.
The City of Columbia Water Department has lifted a water boil advisory for residents living in parts of Richland County.
RCSD detain suspect barricaded in Blythewood home
Richland County detains person who refused to come out of a Blythewood home for more than an hour
South Carolina native talks wage equality for women in new book
Casselmann is a small town South Carolina girl turned Radio City Rockette, turned Tech CEO who encourages women to ask for the pay they deserve.
"Good Morning America" holds bone marrow drive honoring Robin Roberts, USC participates in live broadcast
USC's cheerleaders, dance squad, band, and Cocky took part in Good Morning America's live broadcast this morning -- alongside the events host called "Be The Match."
Alex Murdaugh Trial: Murdaugh's Son Buster takes the stand
Alex Murdaugh Trial: Day 21 update from ABC Columbia News
