West Columbia man sentenced to federal prison for firearm offense
A West Columbia man has been sentenced to more than six years in federal prison for being a felon in possession of a firearm and ammunition, said the DOJ.
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RCSD: Missing man found dead near I-77
Richland County Sheriff's Department says they've found the body of a man who's been missing since Sunday.
SC job market remains stable
The SC Department of Employment and Workforce released the latest South Carolina job numbers.
Transitions, Rapid Shelter offer warm beds and meals to unhoused community
"The folks who are unhoused in this cold weather, they need a place to stay. They need to get out of this cold. It can be lethal to them if they stay out. Some of these folks are not in great health, so when they spend the night on the sidewalk shivering. We want them to make it to the next morning," says Craig Currey, CEO of Transitions Homeless Center located on Main Street in Downtown Columbia.
Newberry County domestic violence incident turns into early morning standoff
Newberry County deputies say a domestic violence incident turned into a standoff early Tuesday morning (Jan. 27, 2026).
USGS confirms earthquake in Elgin
The SC Emergency Management Division says USGS has confirmed an earthquake happened in Elgin.
Measles cases climb to 789 as more reports happen in SC
The amount of measles cases in the state related to the Upstate outbreak continues to climb as more cases are being reported, says SCDPH.
State Health officials: SC woman dies of hypothermia in relation to winter storm
The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) has confirmed there has been a winter storm-related death in the state.
Local Living: Columbia Boat Show
Local Living: Columbia Boat Show
Rep. Clyburn touts $50 million secured for projects in SC's 6th Congressional District
U.S. Rep. James E. Clyburn said Friday he has secured $50 million in federal funding for community projects across South Carolina’s 6th Congressional District as part of a broader federal spending package approved by Congress.
RCSD searching for man last seen on Sunday
Deputies with the Richland County Sheriff's Department are searching for a 48-year-old man last seen on Sunday, said deputies.
Local Living: Vintage Market Days, boat show, A Midsummer Night's Dream, St. Patrick’s Day
Local Living: Events to enjoy!
Dominion Energy, SCEMD provide recap on weekend weather response
"We had some scattered outages here in the Columbia area, but fortunately it was something that our crews were able to get back restored for most customers fairly quickly," Long says.
Irmo man arrested on child sexual abuse material charges
An Irmo man was arrested on two charges connected to the sexual exploitation of a minor.
Lexington County Coroner identifies two victims in two-vehicle collision
The Lexington County Coroner's Office has identified two victims in a two-vehicle collision on I-20 west Saturday, Jan. 24.
Dominion Energy crews responded to power outages
As freezing rain turned to rain over the weekend things went much better than expected.
SLED investigating after flaming bottle of gasoline thrown at building
The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) is looking for information in relation to an Orangeburg arson investigation, say agents.
Woman believed to be in Columbia found, say Oconee County deputies
Oconee County Sheriff’s Office deputies say Gerrish was found.
SCDPH authorizes early prescription refills due to Weekend weather
Anyone with a prescription needing a refill in the next few days can do so a little early.
Gasoline prices in South Carolina surge 14 cents per gallon in one week, says GasBuddy
Average gasoline prices in South Carolina climbed sharply over the past week, rising nearly 14 cents per gallon, according to new data from GasBuddy.
School districts to return to operations after weekend weather
District officials say School District Five of Lexington & Richland Counties will return to normal operations on Tuesday, January 27, 2026.
OCSO: 94-year-old Bowman woman found
Orangeburg Co. Sheriff's Office says Neather Kelly was located.
Chief Meteorologist John Farley's winter weather update, plus a look ahead to Monday
Chief Meteorologist John Farley's winter weather update, plus a look ahead to Monday
Delayed hours for State Government offices, says McMaster
According to Governor Henry McMaster, state government offices in Richland and Lexington counties will open at 11 a.m. on Monday due to inclement weather.
Investigation ongoing after man found dead inside Sumter residence
According to the Sumter Police Department, officers were called after the body of 38-year-old Jeremy Jerrod Barr of Timmonsville, was discovered before 5:15 p.m when one of the residents returned home.
