LCSD: Traffic stops leads to drug and weapon charges for Columbia man
According to the Lexington County Sheriff's Department, a traffic stop led to the arrest of a Columbia man for drug and weapon charges.
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City officials warn Columbia residents to avoid flood-prone streets amid heavy rain
With storms making their way across the Midlands, it is important for drivers to look out for flooding and avoid driving into standing water. City of Columbia officials urge drivers to stay away from the following streets and intersections as they are known to flood.
Balloon release in honor of Richland County teen killed last year
A community is coming together to honor the life of a teenager today. A balloon release for Sanaa Amenhotep starts at 6 p.m. at North Springs Park on Clemson Road.
"MORE Justice Nehemiah Action Assembly" calls on lawmakers to address gun violence and affordable housing in the communtity
Local congregations came together to call for lawmakers to fix two problems plaguing the faith-based community, gun violence and affordable housing.
Richland County Coroner asking for help identifying man struck and killed by vehicle
The Richland County Coroner's Office needs help identifying a pedestrian who was hit and killed by a car on Fairfield Road.
RCSD: Former student charged with making threats against Cardinal Newman HS
Richland County deputies say a teenager is now behind bars, accused of making threats against Cardinal Newman High School.
Districts announce early dismissals ahead of potential storms
Several school districts are dismissing early Tuesday ahead of potential severe weather that could hit the Midlands.
Columbia mayor congratulates the Gamecocks on their NCAA title win
City of Columbia Mayor Daniel Rickenmann is sending his congratulations to the Gamecocks on their second national championship win. He says we need to have a parade to celebrate the huge accomplishment.
Local Living: Soiree on State returns to Cayce, "Spring Fair Food Drive-Through" coming back to the State Fairgrounds and more!
Local Living: Soiree on State returns to Cayce, "Spring Fair Food Drive-Through" coming back to the State Fairgrounds and more!
Four new pickleball courts added to Southeast Park in Columbia
The City of Columbia and the Parks and Recreation Department held a ribbon cutting ceremony today at Southeast Park to show off the addition of four new pickleball courts.
Columbia Fire Department hosts "push in" ceremony for new firetruck
A new set of wheels is joining the Columbia-Richland Fire Department, as the team hits the streets in the northeast part of Columbia.
RCSD: Spring Valley HS student charged with bringing gun to school
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says 16-year-old Spring Valley High School student is accused of bringing a gun to school today.
Local fans cheer the Gamecocks to their second national championship
It's a great day to be a Gamecock! Fans across Columbia are going wild after Coach Dawn Staley and the women's basketball team brought home the national championship title, taking down UConn last night.
SC Pro-Truth Coalition speaks out against bill they say censors the teaching of truthful history
The coalition says they feel members of the state House of Representatives have fast-tracked a new committee bill that would censor the teaching of truthful history in South Carolina classrooms, without giving the public or any African American subcommittee members an opportunity to weigh in.
Darius Rucker wants to put on free concert to celebrate the Gamecocks' national championship win
Former University of South Carolina student and Grammy winning artist Darius Rucker may give the Gamecocks a special concert for their big win at the NCAA championship.
CRFD: No one injured as firefighters battle fire at home on Breeland Street
The Columbia-Richland Fire Department says crews responded to a fire at a home on Breeland Drive this afternoon. Officials say no one was injured in the fire, but five people were left displaced.
Local Living: Monster Jam roars into CLA, Shaw Air and Space Expo this weekend and more!
Local Living: Monster Jam roars into CLA, Shaw Air and Space Expo this weekend and more!
USC students share excitement about women's basketball team in the Final Four
“I’m not even worried about this game. We’re winning the national championship," said USC student Corey Fiore.
City leaders plant wildflower seeds in Columbia
Today, Columbia Mayor Daniel Rickenmann and other city leaders planted wildflower seeds at the intersection of Main Street and Elmwood Avenue. It's part of a project that began back in 2020 as a way to give hope and renew the community.
RCSD looking for missing teen last seen on Concourse Drive
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is asking for the public's help finding a teen who was last seen on Concourse Drive yesterday.
SCHP investigating hit and run that killed a pedestrian in Richland County
The South Carolina Highway Patrol says it is investigating a hit and run that took the life of a pedestrian in Richland County early this morning.
'CUTTING EDGE TECHNOLOGY': New generation of attack helicopters arrive at McEntire National Guard Base
Five helicopters have already arrived at McEntire. They are equipped with Link 16 communication systems which allow for digital communication from the skies.
Local Living: Taste of Lake Murray event, 87th Carolina Cup races into Camden this weekend and more!
Local Living: Taste of Lake Murray event, 87th Carolina Cup races into Camden this weekend and more!
Family of man shot and killed by Richland County deputy calls for investigation into the deputy
The family of a Richland County man shot by a deputy is now calling for an investigation into the deputy.
Midlands gas prices down from last week
Prices at the pump are seeing some relief in the Midlands.
