ADDRESSING YOUTH CRIME: Midland communities call for stop to recent gun violence
The cry to end gun violence is also being heard in Newberry County where four teens were recently killed.
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Special Olympics torch makes stop at the State House on its way to Orlando
The Special Olympics torch was lit in Chicago and traveled to Connecticut, down the east coast and made a stop here in South Carolina on the way.
Law enforcement asking for blood donations during the Battle of the Badges Blood Drive
Time to roll up your sleeves! You can join local law enforcement and firefighters give the gift of life in the "Battle of the Badges Blood Drive" tomorrow.
MISSING WITHOUT A TRACE: Columbia woman's family asks for community's help in finding loved one
"I feel like if anything has happened to her, it’s because she put trust in the wrong person.”
RCSD investigating after gun found in 7-year-old's backpack
Deputies with the Richland County Sheriff's Department say a gun was found in the backpack of an elementary school student in Northeast Columbia.
Local Living: Sumter Iris Festival this weekend, Columbia Animal Services celebrating Hug your Cat Day with an adoption special and more!
Local Living: Sumter Iris Festival this weekend, Columbia Animal Services celebrating Hug your Cat Day with an adoption special and more!
Gov. McMaster says he plans to request investigation into Richland Two School Board, pending new law
Governor Henry McMaster says he plans to request an investigation into the behavior of the Richland School District Two Board. Before an investigation is launched, a new bill must be signed into law. That bill would allow the state and inspector general to launch an investigation into the school board at the request of the governor.
RCSD announces more charges against local photographer
Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott says a local photographer faces additional charges related to the sexual exploitation of a minor.
RESPONDING TO TRAGEDY: How those in the Midlands are keeping kids safe and informed
One Prisma Health adolescent psychiatrist says that when discussing the school shooting tragedy with children, keep the talk age appropriate.
New parking area along Palmetto Trail now open near Eastover
Richland County officials say the new parking area was made possible by a grant from the Richland County Conservation Commission.
Local Living: Reggaetronic Lake Murray Music Festival back this summer, Battle of the Badges later this week and more!
Local Living: Reggaetronic Lake Murray Music Festival back this summer, Battle of the Badges later this week and more!
CPD: Woman and 13-year-old accused of presenting firearm at Columbiana Mall
The Columbia Police Department says a woman and her 13-year-old relative were arrested Tuesday evening, accused of presenting a loaded gun at patrons at the Columbiana Mall.
Lexington adult education program helps graduates pursue career goals
“You can do anything you put your mind to," Wannamaker concludes. "Anything is possible, but you got to want it first.”
Coroner releases ID of man who died after a crash on I-77 in Richland County
A driver who died in a car crash on I-77 over the weekend has now been identified.
Columbia-Richland FD: No one injured during house fire on Pleasant Ridge Drive
Just after 10:30 p.m. last night, the Columbia-Richland Fire Department says firefighters were called to Pleasant Ridge Drive off Leesburg Road for a house fire.
Richland County Coroner releases name of man killed in shooting on Richard Street
Richland County Coroner Naida Rutherford released the name of a man killed in a shooting Monday evening.
Columbia Chamber Military Outreach Group meets at State Fairgrounds
The greater Columbia area touts itself as the most military friendly community in America, according to the Columbia Chamber. Tuesday afternoon, the chamber’s Military Outreach Group met at the State Fairgrounds to speak about recent happenings at both Fort Jackson and McEntire Joint National Guard Base.
La-Z-Boy donates furniture to Oliver Gospel Thrift Store
The Oliver Gospel Thrift Store received a very special delivery this morning.
Local Living: Celebrate Pride Month at Outfest Columbia, meet our Pet of the Week and more!
Local Living: Celebrate Pride Month at Outfest Columbia, meet our Pet of the Week and more!
Five Points Association announces donation made to Midlands charities
Saint Patrick's Day may have come and gone but that didn't keep the Five Points Association from dishing out a lot of green!
Columbia man pleads guilty to selling guns and drugs to undercover ATF agents
According to the Department of Justice, a Columbia man pleaded guilty to five counts of being a felon in possession of a firearm and ammunition and four counts of possession with intent to distribute and distribution of cocaine and crack cocaine.
Columbia man pleads guilty to being a felon in possession of a firearm
Investigators say Taurus Jermaine Dotson was prohibited from carrying firearms due to past robbery and drug trafficking convictions.
Richland County Coroner releases name of man killed in stabbing on Wilkes Road
Richland County Coroner Naida Rutherford released the name of a man killed in a stabbing in the 100 block of Wilkes Road on Sunday.
