Richland County Sheriff's Department designated as Purple Heart Agency
Today, the Military Order of the Purple Heart Organization read a proclamation designating RCSD as a Purple Heart Agency.
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Dr. Ben Carson speaks at Ben Lippen School commencement ceremony
Ben Lippen's class of 2022 graduates were joined by a special guest speaker today.
Sumter PD: Two in custody in connection with shooting that left a man dead outside a vacant house
The Sumter Police Department says one person is in custody, and they are looking for another wanted in connection with a shooting that left a man dead outside a vacant home on South Sumter Street Thursday morning.
Columbia man pleads guilty to firearm charge following incident in February 2020
According to the Department of Justice, a Columbia man pleaded guilty to being a felon in possession of a firearm and ammunition.
Teen previously arrested on gun charge at Columbiana Mall found with loaded gun at DJJ facility
A statement from Director Hendrick today says staff were notified of a teen possibly armed with a loaded gun at the facility, after the 13-year-old had already been patted down, showered and changed into facility clothes. Staff immediately responded and took the weapon.
ADDRESSING YOUTH CRIME: Midland communities call for stop to recent gun violence
The cry to end gun violence is also being heard in Newberry County where four teens were recently killed.
Lexington man sentenced to S.C. maximum for sexual assault
Lexington County Sheriff's Deputies say a man charged with Criminal Sexual Conduct will spend the next few decades behind bars after being given the state maximum for criminal sexual assault
HS administrator charged following altercation with student
Cayce, S.C (WOLO)--Police with the Cayce Dept. of Public Safety say two students were involved in an fight Wednesday morning. One of the students involved say school administrator Leon Brunson…
Special Olympics torch makes stop at the State House on its way to Orlando
The Special Olympics torch was lit in Chicago and traveled to Connecticut, down the east coast and made a stop here in South Carolina on the way.
Law enforcement asking for blood donations during the Battle of the Badges Blood Drive
Time to roll up your sleeves! You can join local law enforcement and firefighters give the gift of life in the "Battle of the Badges Blood Drive" tomorrow.
MISSING WITHOUT A TRACE: Columbia woman's family asks for community's help in finding loved one
"I feel like if anything has happened to her, it’s because she put trust in the wrong person.”
RCSD investigating after gun found in 7-year-old's backpack
Deputies with the Richland County Sheriff's Department say a gun was found in the backpack of an elementary school student in Northeast Columbia.
Local Living: Sumter Iris Festival this weekend, Columbia Animal Services celebrating Hug your Cat Day with an adoption special and more!
Local Living: Sumter Iris Festival this weekend, Columbia Animal Services celebrating Hug your Cat Day with an adoption special and more!
Sumter PD investigating after a body was found near a vacant house
The Sumter Police Department says officers are investigating after the body of a man who had been shot was found near a vacant house on South Sumter Street.
Gov. McMaster says he plans to request investigation into Richland Two School Board, pending new law
Governor Henry McMaster says he plans to request an investigation into the behavior of the Richland School District Two Board. Before an investigation is launched, a new bill must be signed into law. That bill would allow the state and inspector general to launch an investigation into the school board at the request of the governor.
Crimestoppers offering reward for information leading to arrest for 2020 murder in Camden
Police say Travis Jiles Jr. was shot in late September 2020 on Carlos street.
Gamecocks to kick off 2022 season under the lights
Game times and television networks have been announced for the first three games of the South Carolina Gamecocks' 2022 football season, the Southeastern Conference office announced today.
RCSD announces more charges against local photographer
Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott says a local photographer faces additional charges related to the sexual exploitation of a minor.
SCHP: Driver dies after running into back of truck pulling a trailer in Orangeburg County
The South Carolina Highway Patrol says one person is dead after a collision on US 178 in Orangeburg County.
Candlelight vigil tonight in Newberry for the four teens killed over the weekend
A candlelight vigil for four teenagers shot dead in Newberry is scheduled for tonight.
Former SRO accused of performing sex act on live video stream with minor
The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division has arrested a former School Resource Officer (SRO), accused of two counts of Criminal Solicitation of a Minor.
RESPONDING TO TRAGEDY: How those in the Midlands are keeping kids safe and informed
One Prisma Health adolescent psychiatrist says that when discussing the school shooting tragedy with children, keep the talk age appropriate.
Gov. plans investigation into Richland School Dist. 2
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- According to a spokesperson for Gov. Henry McMaster, the governor plans to direct the state inspector general to investigate Richland School Dist. 2 once S.202 is finalized and signed into law. The bill gives the governor the…
New parking area along Palmetto Trail now open near Eastover
Richland County officials say the new parking area was made possible by a grant from the Richland County Conservation Commission.
Local Living: Reggaetronic Lake Murray Music Festival back this summer, Battle of the Badges later this week and more!
Local Living: Reggaetronic Lake Murray Music Festival back this summer, Battle of the Badges later this week and more!
