Woman accused of causing fire that killed cat, dog
Fairfield County deputies have arrested a woman accused of causing a fire that killed a cat and a dog, said FCSO.
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South Carolina State University opens first lactation spaces for nursing mothers
South Carolina State University has announced the opening of its first two lactation spaces, designed to provide a supportive and comfortable environment for nursing employees and students.
Man wanted in connection with home invasion that resulted in a death, say Lexington Co. deputies
Deputies are asking for help finding a 19-year-old wanted for two counts of assault and battery of a high and aggravated nature, said Lexington County deputies.
Missing endangered woman found dead, say Batesburg-Leesville Police
Batesburg-Leesville Police Department says 82-year-old Edwinton K. Henderson was found deceased.
Gov. McMaster makes SC budget requests ahead of legislative session
In addition to investing in power and roads, the governor asks lawmakers to drop the state income tax to 6 percent, putting almost $200 million back into the pockets of South Carolina taxpayers.
Four books recommended for removal from SC school libraries, classrooms
The State Department of Education’s Instructional Material Review Committee recommended the removal of 4 additional books from school libraries and classrooms.
Richland County responds to Zillow lawsuit
Richland County officials say the county is going to court to protect homeowner’s personal information.
1 displaced after Richland County home fire
Columbia-Richland Fire Department said firefighters extinguished flames at a home on Friday afternoon.
Local Living: MLK Holiday Breakfast
Local Living: MLK Holiday Breakfast
SC Attorney General releases annual Human Trafficking Report
On Monday morning, Jan. 13, Attorney General Alan Wilson released his annual Human Trafficking Report for South Carolina.
Richland Library Friends and Foundation to host Winter Book Sale
The Richland Library Friends and Foundation is hosting their 2025 Winter Book Sale.
Prisma Health to restrict patient visitation due to increased flu and respiratory illnesses
Prisma Health officials say beginning on Wednesday, Jan. 15, patient visitation from children under the age of 16 will be restricted due to an increase in flu and respiratory illnesses in the community.
SCDOR: Tax season begins on January 27
The South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR) says the department will begin accepting 2024 individual income tax returns on Monday, January 27.
ABC Columbia teams with American Red Cross of SC for annual blood drive
ABC Columbia has teamed up with the American Red Cross of South Carolina for its annual blood drive.
SCDOT: Road closure in Irmo
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) says an exit on I-26 east near Irmo will be closed.
City of West Columbia reopens parks after closure due to Winter storm
The City of West Columbia has announced that parks are now back open after being closed due to the Winter storm.
Lexington Police asking for public's help finding two people accused of shoplifting
Lexington Police is asking for the public's help finding two people accused of shoplifting on November 11, said the police department.
Power returns for residents of Prosperity
Around 600 people in the Town of Prosperity were without power Friday night and most of Saturday after Town officials say an abandoned CSX train car kept Duke Energy crews from working on a downed power line.
Bamberg Co. gets $856k grant to improve stormwater, flood zones
Bamberg County is given a $856 thousand dollar grant to help fix stormwater system in flood prone areas
Winter Weather Update: Freezing rain leaves the Midlands, sun returns over the weekend
Winter Weather Update: Freezing rain leaves the Midlands, sun returns over the weekend
Winter weather Update: Roads are clearing in the Midlands
Winter weather Update: Roads are clearing of ice in the Midlands. ABC Columbia's Tyler Ryan checks out roadways in Lexington.
Gas prices on the rise
Gas prices are on the rise in the state, and more specifically here in the Midlands.
Local Living: Lake Murray Bridal Show
Local Living: Lake Murray Bridal Show
Road updates as the Midlands deal with weather from the Wintry Mix
The condition of the roads has been a focus throughout the day.
Wintry Mix weather update
ABC COLUMBIA is continuing to give updates on the weather here in the Midlands as temperatures have been low and snow has been hitting parts of the south.
