Richland News
Man accused of stealing thousands of dollars worth of medications
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is hoping you can help them identify a man accused of stealing thousands of dollars worth of medication from an area store.
Westwood H.S. student charged with bringing knife to school
The Richland County Sheriff's Department has charged a Westwood High school student for having a weapon on school grounds.
"Make That Dough" event hopes to expand food access for communities in need
Small business owners and non-profit organizations teamed up for the inaugural "Make That Dough" breakfast event. The collaboration is meant to help find new ways to expand food access for communities in need.
RCSD: Teen missing since Monday found safe
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says they found 17 year-old Nichlas Kelleher safe.
Columbia HS placed on modified lockdown
Shooting threat believed to be a hoax.
SC Supreme Court hears arguments for and against 6-week abortion ban
Murray argued that the Fetal Heartbeat Act violates the state’s constitutional right to privacy.
"Your Fair Your Army" allows fairgoers to interact with soldiers, equipment
When you think of the SC State Fair, you probably think of all the fun rides and delicious food.
SC Attorney General Alan Wilson files response to Murdaugh attorney motions
Hearing scheduled for Thursday
Keenan H.S. student accused of verbal threat arrested
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says a 15 year old has been arrested after authorities say he made a verbal threat to a staff member.
Disruption at DJJ leaves employee injured, property damaged
A disturbance at The Department of Juvenile Justice Complex on Broad River Road has left one staff member and one youth injured. At around 9am, multiple youths at DJJ's Birchwood School broke away from their campus and assaulted a staff member. The youths also confiscated hammers and damaged multiple vehicles and other property during the disturbance.
Student arrested for loaded gun on campus
Deputies say gun was stolen from Kingstree
Staff member injured at DJJ, SLED responding
SLED responds to disturbance, staff member in hospital
Columbia Housing lays out plans for redevelopment of former Allen Benedict site
The former Allen Benedict court may be the site of a new development with the help of Columbia residents.
ONE-ON-ONE: Election official explains how to vote early as soon as next week
Starting Monday, October 24th, South Carolinians will be able to vote early at specific locations.
Murdaugh defense attorneys file motion to compel defense to provide evidence
AG's Office says all information has been provided and nothing has been withheld.
Double Murder trial date rescheduled for Alex Murdaugh
Alex Murdaugh will stand trial for the murders of his wife and son on January 23rd in Colleton Co.
Richland County judge grants bond to former school district employee accused of embezzlement
The state grand jury seeks to prosecute the man who they say stole more than $23,000 from the Richland County School District One.
State Fair holds sensory-friendly hours for fairgoers with special needs
The rides and attractions at the South Carolina State Fair were a little more quiet this morning. The fair had "sensory-friendly" hours from 10 a.m. to noon for children and adults with sensory processing disorders. Lights and music were off on most rides, keeping sights and sounds of the fair as low as possible.
'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.
