SCDPS holding child car seat checks and safety talks for National Child Passenger Safety Week
During National Child Passenger Safety Week, officials is holding safety talks and car seat checks at the SCDMV on Wilson Boulevard.
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Columbia bans open carry of guns at festivals and parades
South Carolina’s capital city will not allow people to carry guns in the open during protests, festivals or other events that need a city permit.
South Carolinians opposed to vaccine and mask mandates rally at State Capitol
Currently, just over 50 percent of South Carolina residents are fully vaccinated with 59 percent having received at least one dose of vaccine.
Harvest Hope launches "Pantries of Hope" program
Some Midlands residents were able to get some much needed food on their tables today. Harvest Hope Food Bank made the donation as part of its new “Pantries of Hope” program.
USASC: Columbia man sentenced after pleading guilty to being a felon in possession of a firearm
Acting United States Attorney for the District of South Carolina M. Rhett DeHart says a Columbia man was sentenced to 18 months in federal prison after pleading guilty to being a felon in possession of a firearm.
OPA! Annual Columbia festival returns to downtown with new look
Those involved with the 34th annual Columbia Greek Festival were ready for a full event. However, they decided to hold just a drive-thru due to a surge in COVID cases.
Local Living: Lakeside Litter Sweep on Saturday, ZOOfari at the Riverbanks Zoo Friday and more!
Local Living: Lakeside Litter Sweep on Saturday, ZOOfari at the Riverbanks Zoo Friday and more!
UofSC students react to mask requirement inside Williams-Brice Stadium
UofSC students react to mask requirement inside Williams-Brice Stadium
CPD reports no serious injuries after collision involving a school bus on Two Notch Road
The Columbia Police Department says they are investigating a collision involving a school bus that took place on the 2200 block of Two Notch Road. Police say there were no serious injuries, but one student on the bus went to the hospital for a minor injury as a precaution. The driver of another vehicle was transported as well.
Columbia Police continue search for information about a 2012 hit and run that injured a former nurse
Columbia Police say a former nurse continues to struggle physically, emotionally and mentally on the nine year anniversary of a hit and run.
Richland County deputies need help identifying Farrow Road shooting suspect
Richland County deputies are asking for the public's help identifying a man they say was involved in a shooting on Farrow Road last weekend.
RCSD needs help identifying two men in connection to July 4 murder investigation
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is asking for help identifying two men they say are connected to a murder investigation on Broad River Road on July 4.
Local Living: Fall Feast in Sumter, Adoption special at Columbia Animal Services and more!
Local Living: Fall Feast in Sumter this Thursday, adoption special at Columbia Animal Services ends this week and more!
Columbia Fire crews put out house fire on Forest Drive
The Columbia Fire Department says crews put out a house fire on Forest Drive at Glenwood Road Wednesday. Officials say the home suffered heavy damage, but no one was injured.
DHEC: Rabid feral kitten found near Williams-Brice Stadium, warn of feral cot colony exposure
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control says a feral kitten found near Williams-Brice Stadium tested positive for rabies.
Funeral services set for Columbia FD Chaplain who died of COVID-19
Funeral services are set for Friday for a Midlands chaplain who died of COVID-19. Chaplain Billie Bright served with the Columbia Fire Department and the Irmo Police Department.
Richland County Council passes emergency mask ordinance set to expire in mid-November
Richland County residents and visitors are now required to wear masks after the County Council voted to pass an emergency mask ordinance Tuesday.
Richland One School Board discusses athlete safety following the death of a football player last month
After a W.J. Keenan High School football player died last month, the Richland One School Board is discussing the safety of its athletes.
Columbia Fire Deptartment announces passing of battalion chief after brief illness
The Columbia Fire Department announced that Battalion Chief Joseph Casey Desso passed away Monday night after a brief illness.
Local Living: Litter pickup with Keep the Midlands Beautiful Saturday, Riverbanks ZOOfari on Friday night and more!
Local Living: Litter pickup with Keep the Midlands Beautiful Saturday, Riverbanks ZOOfari on Friday night and more!
Officials break ground on new aquarium and reptile center at Riverbanks Zoo
Fish and reptiles will soon have a new home at the Riverbanks Zoo. Officials broke ground on the Darnal W. and Susan F. Boyd Aquarium and Reptile Conservation Center.
RCSD: Business the sheriff calls "a strain on law enforcement and the neighbors who live around it" no longer can sell alcohol
A store on North Main Street that Sheriff Leon Lott calls "a strain on law enforcement and the neighbors who live around it" is no longer permitted to serve alcohol.
Authorities conduct environmental testing ahead of demolition of Allen Benedict Court
One of the oldest public housing complexes in America is set to be demolished. The complex was closed in January of 2019 when a carbon monoxide leak lead to the deaths of two residents and forced hundreds of people to evacuate.
Town of Irmo mourns loss of police chaplain after long-fought battle with COVID-19
“Billy was just a magnificent person who touched a lot of people’s lives," he said. "He’s going to be missed.”
Local Living: Tickets for the Fall Feast in Sumter, Columbia Greek Festival this week and more!
Local Living: Tickets for the Fall Feast in Sumter, Columbia Greek Festival this week and more!
