State Forester's burning ban lifted for remaining 5 counties
The South Carolina Forestry Commission announced the State Forester's Burning Ban will be lifted for Greenville, Horry, Oconee, Pickens and Spartanburg counties at noon on Wednesday.
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SLED asking for public's help identifying human remains found in December 2023
The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED), and the Sumter County Coroner's Office is asking for the public's help identifying human remains that was discovered in December of 2023.
NCSO: 14-year-old last seen on Tuesday found safe
Deputies with the Newberry County Sheriff's Office say the 14-year-old was found and returned home safely.
Lexington County Co. identifies person who died in two-vehicle collision
Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher has identified the person who died in a two-vehicle collision on Tuesday, said the coroner's office.
KCSO: Elgin man arrested in connection with drugs
An Elgin man has been arrested in connection with fentanyl and other drugs, according to Kershaw County Sheriff's Office.
Fairfield County coroner releases name of individual involved in Tuesday incident
Fairfield County Coroner Chris Hill is releasing the name of the individual involved in a Tuesday incident, said the coroner's office.
Lexington Police searching for two alleged Best Buy shoplifters
Lexington Police searching for two alleged shoplifters who took a laptop from Best Buy on Sunset Boulevard, said officers.
Breaking: Actor Val Kilmer has died
Actor Val Kilmer has died at the age of 65
Doug Currin's 'Pranksgiving' is a success
Tuesday was the beginning of a new month, but unlike any other it kicks off the start of April, and there were no shortage of pranks from ABC Columbia's Doug Currin.
SCDP responds to Senator Cory Booker's record-breaking
Tuesday New Jersey Democrat Senator Cory Booker broke the record for the longest floor speech in modern Senate history.
April is World Wish Month; nonprofit looks for 'WishMakers'
This April is World Wish Month, and the Make-A-Wish foundation is looking for WishMakers.
SCSO: Man charged with attempted murder, possession of a weapon during a violent crime
Sumter County Sheriff’s Office deputies in collaboration with the United States Marshals Service arrested a person in connection with a February 28 shooting.
NYC man arrested after struggle, say Sumter County deputies
Sumter County deputies say an interstate traffic stop resulted in the arrest of a New York man for multiple charges, including resisting arrest.
Dining on the Dam
Dining on the Dam will be held on Sunday, April 6, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Deputies remind students to stay safe on prom night
"We're gonna have on our nice gowns and our tuxedos. Mom paid a lot of money for our hair and our makeup, and we want to make sure that we're gonna have a good time and be safe, so have fun -- but be safe! And responsible!" says Master Deputy Washington.
“Higher Education Day" celebrated at the SC State House
On Tuesday, April 1, at the State House “Higher Education Day" was celebrated, and brought together students from over 30 colleges and universities across South Carolina.
Former Lexington County Sheriff’s Department employee charged in relation to fraud
A former administrative employee of the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department is accused of obtaining goods under false pretenses, according to the State Law Enforcement Division (SLED).
Early giving for Midlands Gives begins
Tuesday, April 1, begins early giving for Midlands Gives, and that means you can get a jump start on giving back to local non-profits.
National Domestic Workers Alliance speak out at State House about medicaid services
At the State House on April 1, the National Domestic Workers Alliance spoke out about medicaid services.
Sumter County deputies arrest man in connection with recent drive-by shooting
Sumter County deputies have arrested a suspect in connection with a recent drive-by shooting.
Teen last seen leaving school on Monday found, Batesburg-Leesville Police say
Officers with the Batesburg-Leesville Police Department say the 15-year-old has been found.
South Carolina's flat tax proposal would initially raise rates for most
In the state battles to adopt the lowest and most attractive tax policies, South Carolina Republicans are making an interesting gambit: they want to raise income taxes for about 60% of filers in 2026.
South Carolina sees decline in overdose deaths
For the first time in over a decade, South Carolina is seeing a decline in overdose deaths.
Local Living: Columbia International Festival
Local Living: Columbia International Festival
Midlands Gamecock fan scores $200,000 win on school’s scratch-off
A lucky Midlands Gamecock fan has scored a $200,000 win on the school’s scratch-off, and he thanks his wife for the win, said SC lottery officials.
