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$100,000 Powerball ticket sold in Columbia

SC Lottery officials say a Powerball ticket with PowerPlay that was sold at a Columbia convenience store is worth $100,000.

RCSD investigating stabbing at Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center

Richland County Sheriff’s Department is investigating a stabbing that happened at the Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center, according to officials.

2025 School Report Cards Show Significant Progress Overall, While Students Continue To Struggle In Math

2025 School Report Cards show significant progress overall, while math scores need improvement

Monday morning, the SC Department of Education and the SC Education Oversight Committee released South Carolina's 2025 School Report Cards -- which showed significant improvements in a handful of indicators across the state.

Local Living: Jingle Jam 2025

Soup cellar sees increase in those needing meals

Soup kitchens and charities across the country have reported seeing larger turnouts in the days since the government shutdown.

Rabid Raccoon Confirmed In Clarendon County, Four Pets Exposed

Rabid skunk confirmed in Fairfield County, one pet exposed

The South Carolina Department of Public Health says a skunk found near Newberry Road and Meadow Lou Lane in Winnsboro has tested positive for rabies.

The COMET offering free rides to the polls

The Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (The COMET) is helping riders get to the polls and get their voices heard.

Lexington Police searching for man accused of being involved in identity fraud

Lexington Police Department say officers are searching for a man accused of being involved in identity fraud and financial transaction card fraud.

Man dies after reported domestic dispute in Sumter County

Deputies say a man died from a gunshot wound following a reported domestic dispute in Sumter County on Friday night.

Lexington County deputies arrest man accused of two crimes connected to 2023 homicide

Lexington County deputies arrested a man accused of two crimes connected to a homicide in 2023, says the sheriff's dept.

Three injured in shooting at child's birthday party

Deputies were dispatched around 10:34 p.m. to reports of a shooting at a mobile home park in the 4400 block of Broad Street.

South Carolina fires offensive coordinator Mike Shula following 4th straight SEC loss

University of South Carolina head coach Shane Beamer announced today that he has relieved offensive coordinator/quarterbacks coach Mike Shula of his duties, effective immediately.

Deputies investigating murder on Camp Ground Road

Around 1:15 a.m., deputies say they responded to the 600 block of Camp Ground Rd in reference to a shooting.

Two teens shot at large bonfire gathering in Blythewood

The shooting occurred at a bonfire being held where witnesses estimate over 500 people were in attendance.

Governor Mcmaster Held Press Conference About The Loss Of Snap Benefits

One SC Fund activated to help support SNAP recipients in SC

SNAP benefits are set to end due to the Federal Government shutdown. A new campaign in South Carolina has been launched to help those in need. Crysty Vaughan has details.

New Cuban restaurant opens in the Midlands

There's a new spot for Cuban cuisine in the Midlands.

Local Living: Family hosting food drive for those in need

Orangeburg County investigators seeking information on the location of 17-year-old

Sheriff Leroy Ravenell announced investigators are seeking help in locating a Bowman runaway.

Media Personality Charlamagne Tha God to donate to Midlands organization in time of need

Media Personality and South Carolina Native Charlamagne Tha God announced he's donated to a local organization to help those affected by the shutdown.