Columbia man given maximum sentence following conviction on drug and firearm charges
According to United States Attorney M. Rhett DeHart, a Columbia man was sentenced to the maximum after being convicted of firearm and drug charges in April.
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MASK MANDATE OR NOT? Politicians disagree on state law ahead of next week's first day of school
Mask mandate or not? Politicians disagree on state law ahead of next week's first day of school
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Local Living: Orangeburg DPS National Night Out tomorrow, Midlands kids heading back to school and more!
Local Living: Orangeburg DPS National Night Out tomorrow, Midlands kids heading back to school and more!
CPD works with state partners to host seminar on alcohol laws
The Columbia Police Department hosted an educational awareness seminar about alcohol laws in the city today. Officials discussed underage drinking laws, fake IDs and responsible alcohol sales.
UofSC outlines COVID-19 guidelines for students' return to campus, including vaccine incentives
The University of South Carolina revealed new guidelines regarding COVID-19 as students return to campus. This includes testing requirements and incentives for students to get vaccinated against the virus.
Local Living: Register for the City of Columbia's After-School program, school supply drive this month and more!
Local Living: Register for the City of Columbia's After-School program, school supply drive this month and more!
Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin responds to AGs letter regarding mask mandate in schools
Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin responds to AGs letter regarding mask mandate in schools.
RCSD: Man arrested after exposing himself while running an in-home salon
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says a man was arrested Tuesday for exposing himself to a woman while he was running an in-home salon.
RCSD looking for individuals involved in burglary of a home under renovation
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is asking for help identifying two individuals they say are responsible for the burglary of a home undergoing renovations.
School boards of Richland One and Two each holding meetings Tuesday
The school boards of both Richland One and Richland Two will host meetings tonight to discuss topics including mask wearing.
Country's first Anne Frank Center opening at UofSC
Columbia and the University of South Carolina is now home to the country's first Anne Frank Center. It is one of four worldwide.
Lexington-Richland Five School Board discusses COVID-19 protocols, plans for school year
The possibility of virtual learning was discussed at the Lexington-Richland Five School Board meeting on Monday. The board went over the district's COVID-19 protocol and decision making guide.
Richland County releases statement as it considers next step in COVID-19 response
With the recent rise in COVID-19 cases in the state, officials with Richland County are considering their next move in the fight against the virus.
Governor and Columbia residents react to increase in COVID cases
“It’s free. It’s convenient. The lines are not like they used to be. You can get in and get out," McMaster said at a press conference Monday. "Go ahead and make your decision.”
Local Living: Irmo PD National Night Out on Tuesday, Registration closes this week for Columbia Youth Lacrosse and more!
Local Living: Irmo PD National Night Out on Tuesday, Registration closes this week for Columbia Youth Lacrosse and more!
Sam Johnson officially files in the race for mayor of Columbia
Sam Johnson officially threw his hat into the ring for Columbia's upcoming mayoral race today.
Richland County Coroner identifies man whose body was found near Blythewood HS Monday
Richland County Coroner Naida Rutherford released identity of a man whose body was discovered near Blythewood High School this morning.
City of Columbia, Richland One working together for free GED program next month
The City of Columbia's Parks and Recreation Department, along with Richland School District One, will offer a free GED program at the Booker Washington Heights Community Center.
Irmo man arrested for indecent exposure at gas station on Broad River Road
The Irmo Police Department says a 37-year-old man was arrested for an indecent exposure incident that occurred back in May.
City of Columbia asking for volunteers to help count pedestrians and cyclists
The City of Columbia wants to make streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists. The city is seeking volunteers to help conduct traffic studies to better understand who uses the city's roadways, streets and sidewalks.
You have another chance to win free plane tickets by getting vaccinated in the City of Columbia this week
You can get a free COVID-19 vaccine through Mayor Steve Benjamin's "It's YOUR Shot, Columbia" campaign. The next clinic is Wednesday at the Martin Luther King Jr. Park from 1-5 p.m. Anyone who gets vaccinated at this site will have a chance to enter to win two free round trip tickets from American Airlines and the Columbia Metropolitan Airport.
RCSD investigating after a body is found near the road outside the Blythewood HS stadium
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says they are investigating after a body was discovered by a road near the Blythewood High School stadium.
Gang member from Columbia facing up to 10 years in prison after pleading guilty to firearm charge
According to acting United States Attorney M. Rhett DeHart, a Columbia man pleaded guilty to being a felon in possession of a firearm and ammunition.
FBI Columbia hosting Civil Rights & Hate Crimes Symposium later this month
The FBI Columbia field office is hosting a public Civil Rights & Hate Crimes Symposium later this month.
UPDATE: Man shot outside Waffle House on Two Notch has died
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is investigating a shooting they say took place outside the Waffle House in the 7500 block of Two Notch Road.
