City of Columbia extends mask ordinance through June 5
In a statement released Tuesday, officials with the City of Columbia announced that they are extending the city's mask ordinance.
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City of Columbia pools to open May 29
Get those bathing suits out of storage! The City of Columbia announced that pools will open Saturday, May 29.
Richland County Coroner identifies teens who died during shooting on Ulmer Road
Richland County Coroner Naida Rutherford has released the identity of two teens who were killed during a shooting that took place Monday night on Ulmer Road.
Candidate for mayor of Columbia, Sam Johnson, says Columbia should hire a Chief Health Officer
One of the candidates for mayor in the City of Columbia thinks there should be a Chief Health Officer. On Monday, Sam Johnson held a news conference with leaders from the Midlands medical community.
RCSD investigating weekend shooting at Hookah club on Broad River Road
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says they are investigating a shooting that took place at Hookah on the River over the weekend.
Lexington-Richland Five Board to discuss mask requirement at meeting Monday
The Lexington-Richland District Five Board will meet Monday to discuss the mask requirement. Last week, the Board of Trustees voted to remove the requirement, but they later reversed that decision.
Columbia mayoral candidate Tameika Isaac Devine hosts Mother's Day themed fish fry
Councilwoman and mayoral candidate Tameika Isaac Devine hosted a Mother's Day themed drive-thru fish fry Friday afternoon. Residents were able to get lunch at Greater Saint Luke Baptist Church
RCSD: Man arrested for looking into apartment windows and exposing himself
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says they arrested a man accused of peering into windows at an apartment complex and exposing himself.
Graduation ceremonies kick off Friday for UofSC
The University of South Carolina's graduation ceremonies begin this evening, and this year will look a lot different due to the pandemic. Ceremonies will take place at Williams-Brice Stadium instead of Colonial Life Arena.
Bond hearing set for soldier accused of hijacking Richland Two school bus
According to officials with Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center, a bond hearing for the Fort Jackson soldier accused of hijacking a school bus is scheduled for this afternoon.
RCSD: Missing woman in need of her medication is found safely
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is searching for a missing woman who was last seen at her home on Oak Glenn Drive in Blythewood.
SCHP: One dead after early morning collision on I-77 North
According to the South Carolina Highway Patrol, one individual died as a result of a vehicle collision on I-77 in the early morning hours of Thursday.
RCSD, other officials provide updates on the arrest of a soldier accused of hijacking a school bus Tuesday
Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott provided an update on the investigation into an armed Fort Jackson soldier who left the fort and hijacked a Richland Two school bus this morning. ABC Columbia's Josh Berry was at the press conference.
National Day of Prayer celebrated at the Statehouse Thursday
People gathered at the State House today to lift their hands up for the National Day of Prayer. It’s observed each year on the first Thursday of May, inviting people of all faiths to pray or meditate for the nation.
Richland Co. Sheriff Leon Lott provides identity of Ft. Jackson soldier accused of hijacking a school bus
This afternoon, Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott released the identity of a Fort Jackson soldier who was arrested for hijacking a school bus at around 7 a.m. The sheriff says 23-year-old Jovan Collazo will face 19 counts of kidnapping in addition to other charges.
Fort Jackson officials hold a news conference after soldier arrested, accused of hijacking a school bus
Officials with Fort Jackson are holding a press conference regarding a soldier who was arrested for hijacking a school bus Thursday morning.
RCSD: Ft. Jackson soldier in custody after running off the fort and hijacking a school bus
Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott says an armed soldier left Fort Jackson and hijacked a school bus bound for Forest Lake Elementary this morning. Deputies say 18 students and a driver were ultimately let off the bus unharmed. According to investigators, the suspect ultimately abandoned the bus and was arrested a short time later.
RCSD: Armed Ft. Jackson soldier arrested after hijacking a Richland 2 school bus
Richland County deputies say they have arrested a Fort Jackson soldier who's accused of hijacking a Richland 2 school bus this morning.
RCSD need help identifying suspects accused of shoplifting at Dick's Sporting Goods
Richland County deputies are asking for the public's help in identifying three suspects accused of shoplifting. Officials say they're wanted for stealing hundreds of dollars worth of clothing from the Dick's Sporting Goods on Two Notch Road.
CPD: Greene Street sexual assault suspect arrested Tuesday
The Columbia Police Department says a man accused of sexual assault was arrested on Tuesday at about 6 p.m.
Richland County deputies rescue dog trapped underneath a shed
According to the Richland County Sheriff's Department, deputies rescued a dog last month who was trapped underneath its owner's shed.
Mayor Benjamin says he may allow the city's mask ordinance to expire
Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin says he is leaning toward allowing the City of Columbia's mask ordinance to expire. City officials say they have been closely following CDC guidelines, and now they want to switch their focus to vaccinations.
CPD: One injured after shooting in Five Points Tuesday afternoon.
The Columbia Police Department says a male has been injured after a shooting that occurred in Five Points Tuesday afternoon.
