With Mayor Steve Benjamin not seeking reelection, Columbia voters will elect a new mayor in just two weeks. The Russell House at the University of South Carolina hosted the four candidates in a forum Monday afternoon, where they had the opportunity to answer a variety of questions on topics that matter most.
Tuesday morning, Judge Clifton Newman denied bond for Alex Murdaugh, saying he will reconsider bond after Murdaugh undergoes a psychological evaluation.
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The Columbia Police Department says the 300 block of Spears Creek Church road is closed near Earth Road, due to a collision that killed one person.
DHEC says a bat found in downtown Columbia tested positive for rabies. Officials say one person was exposed to the bat, and they have been referred to their healthcare provider.
The South Carolina State Fair is back! You may already know all about the food trucks, but you might also want to give something new a try this year. ABC Columbia's Alex Tejada takes a new look at an old favorite.
Former prominent attorney Alex Murdaugh is being held in the Richland County Detention Center. He is scheduled to appear in bond court Tuesday morning on charges he stole millions from an insurance payment meant for the sons of his family's late housekeeper.
Columbia Fire Department says no one is injured after an overnight fire at an apartment complex on Barnwell Street.
According to the Eleventh Circuit Solicitor's Office, a Columbia man will serve 28 years in prison after being convicted of a shooting at a West Columbia apartment complex that injured a mother and her daughter.
According to Acting United States Attorney M. Rhett DeHart, a gang member from Columbia was sentenced to 30 months in federal prison after pleading guilty to a firearm charge.
“There’s probably 50 cars or so lined up," Ballas said. "It was good to see that we’re bringing in food to help people that are in line.”
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The South Carolina Department of Archives and History, along with city leaders, held a historical marker dedication at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in Columbia.
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says an investigation into a shooting incident at a senior living community this week determined that it was a murder-suicide.
The City of Columbia is teaming up with DHEC to encourage residents to get vaccinated against COVID-19. Today, you can go to MLK Park on Greene Street for your free shot until 5 p.m.
The fair is a much needed escape from the pandemic after a tough year and a half.
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says a man faces attempted murder for a shooting that took place at a restaurant late last night.
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Wednesday, local leaders announced a new tool to help victims and survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence.
Richland County Coroner Naida Rutherford released the names of two people found shot to death at a senior living apartment yesterday.
Registration is now open for the City of Columbia's Winter Youth Basketball League.
The gates to the South Carolina State Fair are officially open!
