'CRACK IN THE SYSTEM': Richland County sheriff and lawmakers call for changes in criminal justice system
The sheriff believes judges are too lenient with repeat offenders and it results in dangerous criminals in the community.
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Fort Jackson identifies soldier found dead in barracks
Fort Jackson identifies female soldier found dead inside her barracks October 7, 2022
SC Pride president on National Coming Out Day, upcoming Pride Festival
Today is National Coming Out Day -- a day to honor the LGBTQ+ community. The designation started in 1988 as a way to encourage people to live as their true selves and come out to family, friends, and coworkers.
INTERSTATE IMPROVEMENT: Governor, lawmakers and other officials celebrate new widening of I-26 project
“This route is literally the central nervous system of the state of South Carolina for tourism, commerce and commuters," said Rick Todd, South Carolina Trucking Association president.
UPDATE: Overnight shooting at Prescott Road under investigation
Richland County deputies are investigating an overnight shooting at the 1000 block of Prescott Road Tuesday.
SC woman battling early onset Alzheimer's raises thousands of dollars for Columbia event
Missy Callahan was diagnosed with early onset Alzheimer’s in March of 2019. She has since had to quit her job in finance because of the disease.
Columbia Police search for man accused in deadly shooting
The Columbia Police Department needs your help identifying a man suspected in a deadly shooting from August of 2022
CPD searches for elderly man missing for nearly a week
CPD searches for a missing elderly man his family says hasn't been heard from for nearly a week
RCSD searches for two men accused of Circle K burglary
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is hoping you can help them identify and locate two men accused in a recent burglary.
Historic home set to have new tenants as soon as next month
The historic home on the corner of Gervais Street and Pickens Street in downtown Columbia will soon have new tenants. The home is currently being renovated into six apartments and coffee shop by Mashburn Construction.
Teen accused of bringing loaded gun to Lower Richland H.S. arrested
A 17 year old Lower Richland High School student is charged after police say he brought a loaded, stolen gun on school property
Blythewood H.S. switches to E-Learning Thursday following 'active shooter' hoax
Richland Two School District announces plans to make a change in their schedule following threats made to several schools across the state including Blythewood High.
81ST READINESS DIVISION: New commanding general assumes duties at Fort Jackson
Robert Harter assumed command of the 81st Readiness Division of the US Army Reserve Wednesday afternoon at Fort Jackson.
