New report from WREN reveals issues faced by women and girls across South Carolina
Research and data collected in this project spanned across multiple topics, including access to healthcare, childcare, fair pay and safe housing.
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Coroner updates investigation into Sumter woman found dead
The investigation continues after a woman reported missing was found dead earlier this week.
South Carolina Supreme Court considers lawmaker pay case as legislators aren’t getting paid
During oral arguments for a suit brought by one of the legislature’s own members, the justices said legislators could have officially called the fund for the raise an expense fund instead of compensation.
Lake Murray Dam joins A-list group of landmarks with new historic recognition
Officials with the American Society of Civil Engineers and Dominion Energy unveiled the new marker on Wednesday afternoon, located at the edge of the boat park on the Irmo side of the dam.
SC AG joins coalition for proof of citizenship for people registering to vote
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson is joining a 14 state coalition calling for anyone registering to vote in federal elections to provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
Local Living: Backstage tours returns to Riverbanks Zoo & Garden
Local Living: Backstage tours returns to Riverbanks Zoo & Garden
Toys 'R' Us opening 30 new stores
Toys 'R' Us is attempting a comeback ahead of the holiday season.
Prisma Health opens new location in the Midlands
There is a new option for medical care in Northeast Richland County.
Man sentenced in death of 6-year-old Orangeburg County boy
First Circuit Solicitor David Pascoe says a man has been convicted and sentenced in the death of a six year old boy.
Lexington County investigators searching for man wanted for domestic violence
Investigators in Lexington County are searching for a man wanted for domestic violence in relation to multiple incidents.
CPD's Traffic Safety Unit arrest man in connection with September hit-and-run incident
Columbia Police's Traffic Safety Unit has arrested a man in connection with a hit-and-run incident that happened in September, said officers.
ABC Exclusive with Dr. Oz
ABC Columbia's Doug Currin sat down for an exclusive interview with Dr. Oz.
RCSD: Fatal Bayfield Road shooting determined as justifiable homicide
Richland County Sheriff’s Department is investigating a fatal shooting that happened in the 8100 block of Bayfield Rd.
Lexington County men arrested on child sexual abuse material charges
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson says three men has been arrested on child sexual abuse material charges.
Richland County deputies searching for man wanted in connection with shoplifting
Richland County deputies are searching for a man wanted in connection with shoplifting, said RCSD.
Wright challenges Weaver for Superintendent as federal cuts threaten special education
"The reduction of force within the Office of Education means that there are no longer people in place to make sure that our children with disabilities receive fair treatment, support in their schools and classes, funding for related services like speech therapy, counseling, and technology, transition services to prepare them for life after high school, and rights guaranteed to them by the 'Individuals with Disabilities Education Act," says Wright.
Columbia Police: 48-year-old reported as missing found safe
Columbia Police say 48-year-old William Beason who was reported missing last month has been located safe.
Mayor Al Koon funeral held Tuesday
The late mayor of Chapin was laid to rest on Tuesday, Oct. 21.
10th anniversary of Columbia Homeless Court
Tuesday, Oct. 21, the Fifth Judicial Circuit Solicitor's Office celebrated the 10th anniversary of the Columbia Homeless Court.
Lexington County voters in District 88 to vote in primary
Voters in part of Lexington County still have time to vote in the primary to replace former State Representative RJ May.
SPD: Two men are charged after drugs found at Brand Street home
Two men are being charged after police say drugs, guns, and cash was found at a Brand Street home.
Local Living: Riverbanks' Boo at the Zoo
Local Living: Riverbanks' Boo at the Zoo
Sumter County Drug Unit arrest man for multiple charges
Sumter County Sheriff’s Office Drug Unit has arrested a man on multiple drug-related charges, says the sheriff's dept.
SCDSS phone-system back up after Monday outage
The SC Department of Social Services says the SNAP/TANF Interview line and Abuse and Neglect reporting call centers are back up and operational on Tuesday.
Sumter Police searching for 16-year-old
Sumter Police are searching for a 16-year-old that was reported as missing late Monday evening, say police.
