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Governor, First Lady host Christmas Open House

Dec 5, 2022 11:55 PM EST

It's beginning to feel a lot like Christmas at the Governor's Mansion.

WINTER PREPAREDNESS WEEK: What you need to know before a storm

Nov 30, 2022 8:50 PM EST

Even with La Nina conditions, winter storms can hit any part of the Palmetto State as we saw earlier this year in January.

HOLIDAY SHOPPING: Soda City's small businesses profiting from increased foot traffic

Nov 30, 2022 8:40 PM EST

"This was probably the best Black Friday we’ve had in years,"

CFD: Discarded smoking materials caused Rusty Mill Drive house fire

Nov 24, 2022 9:23 AM EST

The Columbia-Richland Fire Marshal's Office says discarded smoking materials caused a massive house fire on Rusty Mill Drive.

Police searching for burglary suspect

Nov 21, 2022 5:19 PM EST

Upon further investigation, police say they found an inappropriate note, possibly left by the suspect indicating he had been watching the victim.

Man wanted for sexual assault arrested

Nov 21, 2022 12:08 PM EST

Investigators say after seeing media coverage, Robert Stevenson, 72, turned himself in on Friday.

Summer heat study conducted in Midlands uncovers surprising results

Nov 18, 2022 9:55 PM EST

A Summer heat story conducted in the Midlands unveils surprising results

Muslim Citizens Academy Graduation Ceremony

Richland County Sheriff's Department holds first ever Muslim Citizens Academy and graduation ceremony

Nov 18, 2022 4:14 PM EST

The Richland County Sheriff's Department held a graduation ceremony for its first ever Muslim Citizens Academy.

Seven-year-old twins' lemonade business featured at Richland One schools

Nov 17, 2022 8:00 PM EST

Two second-graders at Meadowfield Elementary School started their own lemonade business in 2020. Malia and Faith Jeffcoat, also known as "The Lemonade Twins" say they got their inspiration from social media.

Family of late Midlands man forms bond with law enforcement in wake of tragedy

Nov 17, 2022 6:13 PM EST

While it’s been more than 12 years without any answers, Rodney’s family as well as law enforcement believe the truth is still out there.

PALMETTO BOWL: USC and Clemson students battle to raise the most life-saving blood donations

Nov 17, 2022 6:05 PM EST

In order to count towards the competition, students can donate at on-campus blood donation centers through Friday.

COMET Dart services suspended amid contractor negotiations

Nov 16, 2022 3:12 PM EST

The Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (The COMET) announced transportation services in Richland and Lexington Counties will be paused today due to contractor negotiations.

Lower Richland HS employee arrested

Nov 15, 2022 3:47 PM EST

Richland School District One Superintendent Dr. Craig Witherspoon says the employee who worked as a campus monitor, was in a physical altercation with the student Tuesday morning.

Road blocked as West Columbia Police respond to barricaded subject

Nov 15, 2022 11:45 AM EST

Investigators say they believe it is an isolated incident and are asking people to avoid the area.

Governor's Carolighting this Sunday

Nov 15, 2022 9:43 AM EST

The Governor's Office is preparing to light the state Christmas tree.

ABC's of Education: Local Charter school honors veterans

Nov 15, 2022 12:15 AM EST

In tonight's ABC of Education - one local charter school is teaching their students a lesson about appreciation that can't always be taught in a book.