Sumter PD alerts public of email that may contain virus
The Sumter Police Department is asking people to be aware of an email circulating they say could contain a virus
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'It's very dangerous:' Sen. Graham introduces bill to prevent cellphones in prison
U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham joined Sen. Tom Cotton Wednesday in introducing the Cellphone Jamming Reform Act of 2025, which would prevent inmates from using contraband cellphones in prison facilities.
Columbia-Richland Fire Dept's Fire Truck Pull raises $64,000
Congratulations are in order for the Columbia-Richland Fire Department and everyone who took part in this past weekend's fire truck pull.
Construction around 60% complete on Irmo High's new East Wing
The new three-story wing will have over 60 classrooms, a media center, and an area dedicated to the history of the school -- which will be called "Pride Hall."
Firefighters work together to control Kennerly Road home fire
Columbia-Richland Fire Dept, along with Irmo Fire worked together to control a Kennerly Road home fire on Thursday afternoon, say fire officials.
Local Living: Pimento Cheese Festival, Read Freely Fest, 90th annual Carolina Cup
Local Living: Events to enjoy as the weather warms up!
Sumter County deputies searching for local grocery store burglars
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office is searching for burglars who entered a local grocery store and stole narcotics from pharmacy area, said officials.
Sumter County woman accused of shooting from vehicle
A Sumter County woman has been arrested after a deputy saw her discharge a handgun from her vehicle, said the sheriff's office.
Taste of Lake Murray kick off on Thursday
Get ready for some tasty treats as The Taste of Lake Murray kicks off tonight (March 27) at 6 p.m. at the Doubletree by Hilton on Bush River Road.
OCSO: 3 teens charged after breaking into more than a dozen vehicles
Sheriff Leroy Ravenell announced that three juveniles have been charged with breaking into more than a dozen vehicles.
St. Matthews man arrested by Sumter County deputies for criminal sexual conduct with a minor
A St. Matthews man was arrested by Sumter County deputies for criminal sexual conduct with a minor, says the sheriff's office.
Lexington Co. man sentenced to 14 years for sex crimes against minors
Attorney General Alan Wilson has announced that after a three-day trial, a Lexington County jury found a man guilty of criminal solicitation of a minor and attempted sexual exploitation of a minor, first degree.
RCSD: 2 arrested after sale goes wrong
Two people have been arrested after a sale on Willow Oak Drive turned into a murder, according to RCSD.
Driver killed in 3 vehicle collision on Old Dunbar Road in Lexington Co.
South Carolina Highway Patrol says a driver is dead following a three vehicle collision on Old Dunbar Road on Wednesday.
Carolina wildfires grow after breaching perimeters Wednesday
Two ongoing wildfires prompted a new round of mandatory evacuations in Pickens and Greenville counties again Wednesday.
'Go Baby Go' program aims at helping patients stay up to speed
Prisma Health donated custom mini-cars for two young patients to assist with mobility and social activity as part of their Go Baby Go program.
USC holds annual Give 4 Garnet fundraiser
You still have time to take part in USC's largest fundraising drive.
Concerns over anti-DEI bill amp up at Statehouse
Bill H.3927, also called the "Ending Illegal Discrimination and Restoring Merit Based Opportunity Act" is currently being considered by the SC House of Representatives.
Bi-partisan group of lawmakers introduce 'Pray-Safe' Act
Wednesday morning (March 26), a bi-partisan group of lawmakers introduced the 'Pray-Safe' Act.
Local Living: United Way of the Midlands Volunteer Week
Local Living: United Way of the Midlands Volunteer Week
Two 12-year-olds petitioned after they were caught breaking into cars, Richland Co. deputies say
Two 12-year-olds have been petitioned after they were caught breaking into cars, said Richland County deputies.
Missing man last seen at motel found safe, say Orangeburg County investigators
Orangeburg County investigators say Westbury was found safe.
State Treasurer Curtis Loftis rejects calls for his removal by a Senate Finance Subcommittee
State Treasurer Curtis Loftis is rejecting calls for his removal by a Senate Finance Subcommittee.
SC Dept of Revenue: Filing deadline extended due to Hurricane Helene
The clock is ticking for you to file your 2024 federal tax return.
Richland County man sentenced for drug smuggling conspiracy
A Columbia man has been sentenced to more than three years in federal prison for conspiracy to possess with the intent to distribute cocaine, crack cocaine, fentanyl, and marijuana, said the DOJ.
