Richland News
Ongoing project will widen I-26 from Irmo to Little Mountain
As part of SCDOT's 10-Year-Plan to upgrade South Carolina highways continues, I-26 will be widened from four to six lanes between the Little Mountain and Peak exits, and will be widened from four to eight lanes between the Peak and Irmo exits. The $512 million dollar project will also include seven new overpass bridges and three reconstructed interchanges at the Little Mountain, Chapin, and Peak exits.
RCSD recruits Palmetto Prep football team for homeless camp cleanup
“I’ve never been out to a homeless camp before. I’m very thankful for that but it’s opened my eyes. It’s certainly opening theirs as well," said Wes Dorton, Palmetto Prep athletic director.
UPDATE: Missing woman found deceased in mall bathroom identified by coroner
The Lexington County Coroner says they have identified a woman who was reported missing and found in a restroom in the Belk location at Columbiana Centre
Forest Acres community helps flood victims
When catastrophic flooding hit eastern Kentucky in July, much of Letcher County, Kentucky experienced heavy damage. Members of the Forest Acres community and the Forest Acres Police Department came together to help.
New Safety measures implemented at Richland District One varsity football games
Richland One to implement additional safety and security protocols at District varsity football games
CPD, hit and run victim search for answers 10 years later
10 years ago today, Columbia Police say a then, 24 year Lindsay Bires was standing on the sidewalk along Medical Park Drive taking a break during her job at Palmetto Health Richland Hospital.
UofSC, Verizon partner to launch "Innovation Experience Hub"
The University of South Carolina is partnering with Verizon to launch its new "Innovation Experience Hub." Verizon officials announced the hub is now powered with 5g-Ultra Wideband technology, allowing for much faster internet speeds and more efficient data transfer.
OPA! Greek festival returns to downtown Columbia
Food and other vendors as well as entertainment and more greet you when you come to the celebration.
JT's Auto Group donates delivery trucks to The Salvation Army
The Salvation Army of the Midlands held a ribbon cutting ceremony at their Millwood Avenue location to unveil new delivery trucks. "Without those who donate, these trucks are useless. So the credit goes to them," says the CEO of JT's Automotive Group, JT Gandolfo.
Columbia city council meets to discuss several proposals
The Columbia City Council held its weekly meeting Tuesday.
Columbia PD investigate deadly accident
The Columbia Police Department is on the scene of a deadly accident.
Richland County Coroner's Office seeks help in identifying remains found on Beltline Blvd. and other unsolved cases
If you have any information on any missing or unidentified persons, contact the Richland County Coroner’s office by calling (803) 576-1799.
UPDATE: Pedestrian killed in collision at Nates Road & Two Notch Road identified as Luis Lizardi
The Richland County Coroner's Office identified the victim as Luis Lizardi, 53, of Columbia, SC.
Special Olympics SC hosts annual "Cops and Lobsters" fundraiser
If you visit the Red Lobster on Two Notch Road in Columbia or Knox Abbott Drive in Cayce today or tomorrow, your server may come as a surprise. The annual Law Enforcement Torch Run event is known as "Cops and Lobsters." Hosted by Special Olympics South Carolina, the fundraiser benefits Special Olympics athletes.
SC Senate debates bill that would ban abortion in Palmetto State
Senator Davis introduced several amendments to the Abortion Ban Bill including exceptions in the case of rape or incest. Some of his Republican colleagues disagreed with this amendment.
City officials unveil plan to provide shelter for homeless
A new village will be built at 191 Calhoun Street just off of Huger Street. The community will contain pods, or small cabins, built by a company called "Pallet shelters."
Senate committee removes some exceptions in Abortion Ban Bill during Tuesday's meeting
An amendment added last week by the House that provides an exception for abortion in the case of rape and incest was struck down by a 7 to 3 vote by the Senate Medical Affairs Committee.
Missing emu returned home by local deputy
One deputy with the Richland County Sheriff's Department can now add emu-wrangler to her list of accomplishments. Richland County Deputy Shannon Huffman was on patrol last Wednesday when she saw an emu running down the road.
One killed in motorcycle crash on Antioch Amez Church Road
One person died in a motorcycle crash last night.
