Richland News
Columbia man found guilty of 2018 murder, sentenced to 42 years
According to the Fifth Circuit Solicitor's Office, a jury in Richland County found a Columbia man guilty of a murder that occurred in December 2018.
RCSD announces arrests made for the murder of a 21-year-old last month
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says they arrested two individuals for the murder of a 21-year-old on May 20.
Richland County deputies investigating fatal shooting on Longcreek Drive Sunday night
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says they are investigating after a man was found dead in a car that had bullet holes in it Sunday night.
River Rat Brewery gives out free beer in exchange for getting vaccinated through DHEC partnership
Folks could get a free beer at River Rat Brewery today by getting vaccinated through DHEC's "Shot and a Chaser" campaign.
Local Living: Water park in Carowinds opens this weekend, City of Columbia offers several ways to keep cool and more!
Local Living: Water park in Carowinds opens this weekend, City of Columbia offers several ways to keep cool and more!
Fire-Rescue 2021 conference wraps up this weekend at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center
The annual Fire-Rescue conference is happening at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center. At the five day conference, firefighters from across the state have the chance to take part in hands-on training, as well as different seminars and workshops.
Lexington-Richland Five Summer Food Service Program begins June 23
On Friday, officials with Lexington-Richland School District Five announced that their Summer Food Service Program will begin Wednesday, June 23 and run through August 4.
Free coronavirus vaccine clinic in Five Points on Monday
On Monday, DHEC will help host a pop up vaccine clinic in Five Points from 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
RCSD: Man charged with the murder of his roommate in March
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says a man has been arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of his roommate in March.ย
High school graduations in the Midlands taking place this month
High school graduations are underway in the Midlands, and we have a list of graduation dates for school districts throughout the Midlands.
Camp Cole prepares to welcome campers next week
Camp Cole in Eastover is getting ready to welcome campers this month, and ABC Columbia was lucky enough to get a sneak peek at their grand opening. Camp Cole is a non-profit camp that helps kids and adults with disabilities, illnesses and other life challenges.
Officials report more than 21,000 COVID-19 vaccine doses administered at Columbia Place Mall
The final doses of the coronavirus vaccine at the Columbia Place Mall were administered yesterday, capping off the eight week Mass Vaccination Site. Officials reported more than 21,000 Pfizer and Johnson & Johnson vaccine doses were given during those eight weeks.
You can get vaccinated at Soda City Market this weekend
You have a chance to get your vaccine while doing a little shopping downtown this weekend. A spokesperson for Prisma Health says the medical group is partnering with the City of Columbia to provide vaccines at Saturday's Soda City Market.
Earth, Wind & Fire coming to the Township Auditorium in October
Legendary band Earth, Wind & Fire is coming to the Township Auditorium in October! Tickets go on sale tomorrow, starting at 10 a.m.
CPD looking to identify suspect accused of burglary at Il Focolare Pizzeria
The Columbia Police Department is asking for the public's help identifying a man accused of breaking into Il Focolaire Pizzeria on Sumter Street and taking money.
Local Living: Camp Cole hosting an open house Thursday, SC Philharmonic performing at the Koger Center and more!
Local Living: Camp Cole hosting an open house Thursday, SC Philharmonic performing at the Koger Center and more!
Cayce fire truck used 80 years ago makes appearance at SC Firefighters Association Convention
The South Carolina Firefighters Association Convention is currently underway at the Columbia Convention Center. Earlier today, the firefighters got a blast from the past when the City of Cayce drove its 1936 fire truck from Cayce City Hall to the Convention Center.
More than 100 new jobs coming to Blythewood through Intertape Polymer Group
This morning, the Office of the Governor announced Intertape Polymer Group is expanding its operations in Blythewood, creating about 135 new jobs over the next five years.
Columbia Fire Dept: Niblick Court house fire closes multiple streets
The Columbia Fire Department says a house fire in the northeast shut down several streets this morning.ย
Outgoing Fort Jackson commander awarded the Order of the Palmetto
The outgoing commander of Fort Jackson received the highest honor the state can bestow on one of its citizens.
Midlands Technical College breaks ground on new Center for Business and Information Technologies
A groundbreaking was held at Midlands Technical College this morning for the Center for Business and Information Technologies at the Beltline campus. Leaders say the building will be a high tech hub for workforce development programs.
CPD looking for burglary suspect from break in at Pitt Stop on Forest Drive
The Columbia Police Department is asking for your help identifying a man accused of breaking into the Pitt Stop on Forest Drive and taking several items.