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Saluda Co. coroner identifies homicide victim

Saluda County Coroner’s Office has identified the victim of a homicide, said the coroner's office.

Lexington PD searching for stolen 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 pickup truck

Lexington PD is searching for a 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 pickup truck that was stolen from apartments on Augusta Road, said officers.

South Carolina freezes tuition for certain colleges

The state of South Carolina has frozen certain college tuitions for several years.

Lexington PD warns drivers of overnight road closure

Lexington Police warn drivers of an overnight road closure that could impact your commute Monday night into Tuesday morning.

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Proposed SC bill says 'life begins at conception'; all abortions illegal

A proposed bill in South Carolina aims to give an unborn child human rights, which would make all abortions illegal if passed.

RCSD: Multiple arrests after search warrant executed on Sprott Street

The Richland County Sheriff’s Department says multiple arrests have happened after deputies executed a search warrant at a home in the 7000 block of Sprott Street.

Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office held grand opening ceremony for new subdivision

Orangeburg County residents in the Holly Hill area can rest easier knowing there will be law enforcement much closer.

Local Living: Benedict College's Harambee Festival

Local Living: St. Pat’s in Five Points, Columbia Animal Service's adoption special, Disability Celebration Day, Pimento Cheese Festival

Local Living: Events in the Midlands to enjoy this season.

Camden Police warn residents about text message scam for unpaid toll bills

If you get a text saying you have unpaid tolls, don't fall for it.

UPDATE: RCSD says missing 13-year-old boy is found safe

According to the Richland County Sheriff's Department, a missing 13-year-old boy has been found safe on Monday.

Homicide investigation leads to arrest of teen, Saluda Co. deputies say

According to Saluda County deputies a homicide investigation has led to the arrest of a 17-year-old.

RCSD: Man arrested after repeatedly ramming vehicle into another vehicle driven by female acquaintance

A 28-year-old man was arrested on multiple charges, according to Sheriff Leon Lott.

Gas prices remain steady

If you are hitting the road, gas prices have remain fairly steady by only dropping a cent since last week.

Orangeburg Co. Coroner's Office identifies man who died in Saturday house fire

The Orangeburg County Coroner's Office has identified a man who died in a house fire Saturday, according to the coroner's office.

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Sumter Co. deputies investigating after report of attempted suicide at overpass

Sumter County deputies are investigating after there was an attempted suicide on Sunday afternoon, according to the dept.

Emergency evacuation aboard flight bound for Columbia

According to Delta Airlines a flight from Atlanta, GA bound for Columbia had to turn around and undergo an emergency evacuation.

Lexington Police asking for public help identifying driver that used car wash services without paying

Lexington Police asking for the public's help identifying the driver of a vehicle that used car wash services without paying at a local car wash, said police.

Fulwiley scores 24 points as No. 6 South Carolina women beat Vanderbilt 82-54

MiLaysia Fulwiley scored 24 points as sixth-ranked South Carolina beat the Vanderbilt women 82-54 Sunday for the Gamecocks’ second straight win.

Columbia PD charge suspect for fatal shooting in 2023

According to the Columbia Police Department, 19-year-old Tamir Hooks has been charged with murder and possession of a weapon during a violent crime.

Two arrests after drunk driver hits patrol car during traffic stop

As both the assisting deputy and the passenger were standing out of the roadway, beside the deputy’s patrol car, a drunk driver struck the rear end of the patrol car, causing the car to hit the civilian and the deputy.