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Fairfield County deputies searching for Ridgeway burglary suspects

Fairfield County deputies are investigating a burglary that occurred in Ridgeway.

City of Columbia: Applications open for Hospitality Tax Grant Funding

The City of Columbia is accepting applications from non-profit organizations looking for financial support in attracting tourists by promoting dining in the city

UPDATE: Sumter deputies say missing man with dementia found safe

The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says they have found a missing man who suffers from dementia.

Suspect pleads guilty, sentenced in the '09 murder of Brittanee Drexel

Solicitor's Office says state will pursue life in prison without parole.

Adopt a pet at Columbia Animal Services' Howl-O-Ween!

Looking to adopt a furry animal into your family?

Public Works Solid Waste Division set to host compost giveaways

The Public Works Solid Waste Division is set to host two free compost giveaways for residents.

UofSC football coach Shane Beamer gets sneak peak of S.C. Fishing Alliance showcase

University of South Carolina head football coach Shane Beamer was joined by representatives of South Carolina Boating and Fishing Alliance, Tidewater Boats and Sea Hunt Boats Tuesday for an announcement.

Keenan H.S. student accused of verbal threat arrested

The Richland County Sheriff's Department says a 15 year old has been arrested after authorities say he made a verbal threat to a staff member.

'Art in the Airport' at CAE features new artist

Tuesday the Columbia Metropolitan airport hosted a celebration for their third "Art in the Airport" featured artist.

Funds raised for SCHP trooper injured during hit and run

The non profit, 'Serve and Connect' helps raise money for State Trooper critically injured in hit and run

Student accused of bringing loaded gun to school arrested

The Richland County Sheriff's Department (RCSD), says a Keenan High school student has been arrested for bringing a loaded gun onto school property.

Officials recognize School Bus Safety Week in South Carolina

The SC Department of Education and SC Department of Public Safety want to make sure everyone knows the rules of the road

Disruption at DJJ leaves employee injured, property damaged

A disturbance at The Department of Juvenile Justice Complex on Broad River Road has left one staff member and one youth injured. At around 9am, multiple youths at DJJ's Birchwood School broke away from their campus and assaulted a staff member. The youths also confiscated hammers and damaged multiple vehicles and other property during the disturbance.

High school students attend Midway Physics Day at the SC State Fair

A look at Physics Day at the South Carolina State Fair

Clemson, DHEC update food pantry resource map to help families locate food pantries

State Health officials announce new, updated food map, to find food pantries

SC DJJ officials: Disturbance at DJJ involving number of youth and hammers, staff member assaulted

SC DJJ Officials: There was a disturbance at the Birchwood School involving a number of youth, who assaulted a staff member at the SC Dept. of Juvenile Justice Broad River Road Complex

South Carolina women unanimous No. 1 in preseason AP Top 25

Dawn Staley and South Carolina picked up right where they left off: No. 1 in The Associated Press Top 25 women’s basketball poll.

Lake Murray is site of 2022 16th Annual Black Bass World Championship

Capital City Lake Murray Country, along with the United States Angling Confederation are hosting the event on Lake Murray

Pet of the Week: Taffy & Enrique!

Meet Taffy & Enrique! Taffy lost both of her eyes due to an infection, and Enrique has taken the role as her seeing-eye cat. These very special 5-month-old bonded kitties are located at Pawmetto Lifeline and are looking for their 'furever home!'