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Woman injured after hitting a tree on Farrow Road in Richland

RCSD: One woman was taken to the hospital after hitting a tree overnight on Farrow Road in Richland County.

SCDNR: Man tubing on Lake Murray dies after hitting a watercraft

The SC Department of Natural Resources says a 35-year-old man tubing on Lake Murray dies after hitting a watercraft Saturday.

Man accused of sending nude photos to minors arrested in Sumter

Sumter County deputies arrested Lionel Kendrick Smith, Jr., who is accused of sending nude photos to minors.

City of Columbia offices closed for Independence Day

City of Columbia offices are closed today, July 4.

Body found on Augusta Road in West Columbia

West Columbia Police Department is investigating after finding a body on Sunday near the 2600 block of Augusta Road.

USGS: More earthquakes reported near Lugoff-Elgin area over the weekend

The USGS has reported additional earthquakes that rocked the Midlands near the Lugoff-Elgin area over the weekend.

What to expect if you're flying out of CAE this summer

If you're flying out of the Columbia Metropolitan Airport this summer, airport officials say prepare to have some company.

Man and woman arrested, man accused of hitting 2-year-old child multiple times

Two people are facing charges following a public incident that involved hitting a child.

Earthquake reported near Elgin

According to the U.S. Geological Survey, an earthquake happened near Elgin on Saturday afternoon.

"Fireworks with the Phil" lighting up the skies at Segra Park

The fireworks display will feature a full orchestra from the South Carolina Philharmonic.

Fireworks display at Fort Jackson

After a five year hiatus, the military base is inviting friends and family to celebrate Independence Day.

Fourth of July Parade in Camden

Kids are invited to showcase their patriotic spirit by decorating their bicycles, scooters and wagons, and wearing their red, white and blue for the sixth annual Kids’ Fourth of July Parade.

ON THE ROAD: Drive-in theater experience kept alive in Monetta

It’s one of those places where people visit and then come back to show friends and family.

STAYING SAFE ON THE ROADWAY: Highway patrol trooper offers advice for holiday travel

Law enforcement will be conducting sobriety checkpoints across the Palmetto State this weekend.

Local officials urge you to celebrate responsibly with fireworks this weekend

Many of you may be ringing in the Fourth of July by shooting off fireworks. Local officials share some tips and warnings if you plan on having your own fireworks displays.

SCSO: Mayesville city councilman charged with threatening the life of a public official, assault and battery

The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says Mayesville City Councilman Terrance Reginald Wilson was arrested Friday, charged with threatening the life of a public official and assault and battery third degree.

SC House Ad-Hoc Committee to hear public testimony in wake of U.S. Supreme Court decision regarding abortion

A new House committee is set to meet at the State House next week to consider South Carolina abortion laws in light of the Supreme Court's decision.

Local Living: Celebrate July 4th in the Midlands!

Star Spangled Salute at Saluda Shoals Park

If you want to start celebrating the Fourth of July early, tonight is the Star Spangled Salute at Saluda Shoals Park.

Officials recognize National Postal Worker Day

Today is National Postal Worker Day, and local officials are honoring the men and women of the U.S Postal Service.

USGS: Another earthquake reported near Elgin

The United States Geological Survey reported another earthquake near Elgin Friday.

Sumter PD: Robbery suspect arrested after running red light

The Sumter Police Department says a 19-year-old was arrested Thursday evening, charged in connection with a snatch-and-grab robbery at a jewelry business.