Rickenman, Devine appear headed for Columbia mayor runoff
Two current Columbia City Council members appear headed to a runoff to decide who is the next mayor of South Carolina’s capital city.
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Road closures for Veterans Parade in downtown Lexington
The Lexington County Veterans Parade is this Sunday, and several roads in downtown Lexington will be closed for the event.
LIVE UPDATE on Election Day in Columbia
Polls closed just a few hours ago, as Columbia residents cast their vote for the city's next mayor. ABC Columbia's Alex Tejada was live at Daniel Rickenmann's watch party on Main Street.
Richland County deputies investigating fatal shooting at apartment complex on National Guard Road
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says it is investigating a fatal shooting that took place at an apartment complex in Columbia this evening.
Continuing coverage of municipal elections in the Midlands
The ABC Columbia News team is following local elections from around the Midlands.
Voters make their voice heard at Columbia's municipal election
Voters have been heading to the polls across the Midlands for municipal elections. In Columbia, voters are choosing a new mayor. ABC Columbia's Miya Payton has more on voter turnout at the polls.
RCSD: SCDC warden arrested, charged with domestic violence
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says a warden employed by the South Carolina Department of Corrections was arrested after a reported domestic violence incident Monday night.
Local Living: State Museum offering free admission to healthcare workers this month, Pig on the Ridge back in town and more!
Local Living: State Museum offering free admission to healthcare workers this month, Pig on the Ridge back in town and more!
Consumer News: Rent up in Columbia, cancelled flights continue to impact airlines and more
Consumer News: Rent up in Columbia, cancelled flights continue to impact airlines and more.
Kershaw County Coroner releases name of man killed in car accident on Black River Road
Kershaw County Coroner David West released the name of a man killed in a single vehicle collision on Black River Road in Camden.
RCSD: Teen shot dead in Columbia residential area
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is investigating a shooting they say claimed the life of a teenager last night.
NCSO: Man charged with shooting in Newberry County after being taken into custody in New Jersey
The Newberry County Sheriff's Office says a man taken into custody in New Jersey is charged with a shooting that injured an individual in Newberry County.
Polls now open for Columbia municipal election
It's Election Day here in Columbia. Polls are now open and will stay open until 7 p.m.
MAYORAL ELECTION: Columbia residents discus what they want to see from a new leader
Public safety in general is a big talking point for both candidates and residents alike.
Harvest Hope Food Bank asking for donations amid lower supply
Harvest Hope Food Bank is asking for the community’s help as it struggles due to the ongoing supply chain issues. ABC Columbia’s Miya Payton has more on how the food bank is working to manage the shortage and late food deliveries.
Local Living: Final week for corn maze at Clinton Sease Farm, UofSC Veterans Day 5K this Sunday and more!
Local Living: Final week for corn maze at Clinton Sease Farm, UofSC Veterans Day 5K this Sunday and more!
Midlands Strong: Pizzeria in Five Points calling on the community to help business grow
A new pizza restaurant in Five Points is relying on the Midlands to join in and help their business grow. In our Midlands Strong series, our Josh Berry visited the pizzeria to get a slice of pie.
Newberry County deputies looking for man wanted for criminal sexual conduct with a minor
The Newberry County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help finding a man wanted for four counts of criminal sexual conduct with a minor.
Columbia Police investigating morning shooting at the Colony Apartments
The Columbia Police Department says officers are investigating a shooting at an apartment complex that sent a man to the hospital.
Officials report another earthquake near Jenkinsville
The United States Geological Survey reported another earthquake near Jenkinsville this morning.
Columbia mayor tops list of local races in South Carolina
About 200 city, county and other local elections are scheduled for Tuesday, according to the South Carolina Election Commission. The highest profile race is in Columbia, where Mayor Steve Benjamin decided not to run for a fourth term in the state’s capital and second-largest city amid his growing political profile.
Earthquake reported near Jenkinsville, again
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) -- The United States Geological Survey reported a 2.3 magnitude earthquake near Jenkinsville, Sunday. According to the USGS, the earthquake occurred around 4:23 a.m. (10/31/21). This earthquake is one of several to occur over the last week…
Deputies investigating shooting death of 3-year-old
BREAKING: The Richland County Sheriff’s Department is investigating a shooting incident involving a 3-year-old.
Local leaders in Richland County offer incentive for COVID-19 Vaccine
Both lawmakers and pastors alike called for more people in Richland County to get vaccinated.
RCSD: Man arrested after shooting at deputies Friday evening
After talking with the man for nearly two hours, Sheriff Leon Lott says his deputies were shot at. The sheriff says they returned fire, but no one was hit. They ultimately shot tear gas at the man, who got off the roof and tried to run. Officials say he was tased, and that was his only injury.
