State Department of Public Health unveils statewide action plan for healthy eating, active living
On Thursday, Feb. 20, the State Department of Public Health unveiled a statewide action plan for healthy eating and active living.
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SCDOT to conduct nighttime detours on new bridge over Saluda River
The South Carolina Department of Transportation will conduct temporary nighttime lane closures on the new bridge over the Saluda River (Exit 108 B-A) for two nights during the week of February 24, says SCDOT.
Columbia Police investigate report of suspicious package on Calhoun Street
The Columbia Police Department said the area have been given the all clear by officers after a suspicious package was not located inside a vehicle.
Attorney General Alan Wilson announces developments in resolving Section 504 lawsuit
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson and 16 other states filed a court update Wednesday night to clarify that a recent lawsuit will not take away Section 504 accommodations for anyone with a disability.
Calhoun County man arrested on child sexual abuse material charges
A Calhoun County man has been arrested in connection with the sexual exploitation of a minor, according to SC Attorney General Alan Wilson.
Teen accused of stabbing another teen on Tuesday, RCSD says
Richland County deputies have arrested a teen accused of stabbing another teen on Tuesday, says RCSD.
Lucky Camden player wins big in Palmetto Cash 5
A lucky winner in Camden has won big after playing the Palmetto Cash 5 Jackpot, according to SC lottery officials.
$130,000 Palmetto Cash 5 Jackpot won in Lexington
Lotto players check your tickets because a lucky player has won the Palmetto Cash 5 Jackpot in Lexington, said officials.
Sumter deputies arrest man accused of breaking into home, attempting to sexually assault woman
Sumter deputies arrest a man accused of breaking into a home and attempting to sexually assault the female victim inside
Mayor of Batesburg - Leesville faces ethics complaint
The Mayor of Batesburg-Leesville is facing an ethics complaint
Sheriff Leon Lott speaks out about Dutch Fork High School arrests
Wednesday, February. 19, Sheriff Leon Lott addressed the recent arrests of a 15-year-old and a 17-year-old student at Dutch Fork High School.
SC House Dems call for amendments to public schools' book banning process
"This legislation really is about protecting and having the backs of librarians across our state," says Bauer.
Local Living: SC Black History Parade and Festival, Cinderella Project, USC Dance Marathon
Local Living: Events in the Midlands to enjoy and give back.
Community leaders call for parental support and accountability court
Community leaders and law enforcement say the Midlands is in urgent need of a parental support and accountability court.
RCSD: 2 accused of stealing firearm from vehicle
RCSD says a 17-year-old and an 18-year-old is accused of stealing a firearm from a vehicle on Wednesday morning.
Child in critical condition after 2-car collision at I-20 and Spears Creek Church Road
The Columbia Police Dept's Traffic Safety Unit is investigating a serious 2-car collision that happened at I-20 and Spears Creek Church Road, said the dept.
KCSO: Person wanted in connection with Calvert Drive shooting
A teen is wanted in connection with a shooting that happened on Calvert Drive in Bethune just after 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday, said deputies.
Governor McMaster nominates new adjutant general
Governor Henry McMaster has nominated South Carolina's new adjutant general.
West Columbia Police asking for help finding man in connection with Sunset Boulevard convenience store larceny incident
West Columbia Police asking for help finding man in connection with a larceny incident at Sunset Boulevard convenience store, said officers.
Constellation Concert series returns to state museum
Guest are invited to experience live music in the museum's observatory with a new concert series featuring Alt-R&B act Death Ray Robin.
SCSO: Reward being offered for information in connection with man's January death
Sumter County Sheriff's Office says a reward is being offered for any information that leads to the arrest and conviction of the person responsible for Dominque Rakil Edwards death.
RCSD arrests 2 teens accused of bringing guns to school
RCSD arrests two Dutch Fork High school students accused of bringing guns onto school property Tuesday
Man airlifted to hospital after Kershaw Co. shooting
The Kershaw County Sheriff's Office is investigating a shooting that took place just after 3:30 Tuesday.
SC DOT prepares for any potential winter weather, monitoring conditions especially in Upstate
The South Carolina Department of Transportation is preparing for any possible winter weather this week. SC DOT says they will continue to prepare and monitor the weather. In parts of the state where potential impacts are expected, especially in the Upstate, transportation crews may be out spraying salt brine or salting the roadways.
Advocates push for retail choice among SC's energy providers
"Limited Retail Choice will change that by giving businesses the ability to shop for competitive rates, drive down costs, and reinvest in their workers and in our communities," says Fernandez.
