Columbia fire crews respond to shed on fire in backyard of Humphrey Drive home
This afternoon, the Columbia Fire Department says crews responded to a shed that was on fire behind a home on the 3700 block of Humphrey Drive.
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SC Philharmonic holding annual Beethoven and Blue Jeans concert on Saturday
The South Carolina Philharmonic is hosting its annual Beethoven & Blue Jeans concert this Saturday. The audience and musicians are encouraged to wear blue jeans in the concert hall or at home if you're watching virtually.
CPD: Woman arrested for assault in North Columbia Tuesday
The Columbia Police Department says a woman was arrested in connection with an assault in North Columbia Tuesday afternoon.
Columbia City Council discusses ways to ensure equitable access to coronavirus vaccine
Getting vaccines in arms is a top priority for the Columbia City Council. The group met virtually this afternoon and discussed ways to encourage equitable access to the COVID-19 vaccine.
State Museum teaming up with Boeing Observatory for Space Team Livestream Tuesday
You can join the South Carolina State Museum to learn about the universe. The Boeing Observatory is teaming up with the museum for a Space Team Livestream tonight at 6:30 p.m. on the museum's Facebook page.
Columbia firefighters hold push-in ceremony to reveal new fire engine at Station 34
Some Columbia firefighters have a new ride! Monday morning, the Columbia Fire Department held a push-in ceremony for their new fire engine at Station 34 off of Hard Scrabble Road.
Multiple Midlands groups taking part in Prescription Drug Take Back Day this Saturday
Multiple local law enforcement agencies are taking part in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday.
Lexington Medical Center hosting multiple vaccine clinics throughout the week
This week, the Lexington Medical Center has multiple opportunities for you to get your coronavirus vaccine.
Several community cleanup events planned in the Midlands Saturday
You have a chance to make your community a nicer place to live. Sumter, Lower Richland, and Orangeburg are all hosting community clean up events Saturday.
Man leads CPD on chase, barricades himself inside an apartment before being taken into custody
Columbia police say a suspect is in custody after leading officers on a chase and barricading himself inside an apartment. Investigators say the suspect ran into an apartment at the intersection of Lester and Bailey Streets, but has since been taken into custody.
Lexington Richland Five vaccinates school staff with help from Lexington Medical Center
Friday morning, Lexington Richland School District Five partnered with the Lexington Medical Center to vaccinate its school staff. The vaccinations were done at Dutch Fork High School.
Richland Co. deputy terminated for having alcohol in his system while operating a county vehicle
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says a deputy was terminated Friday, after an investigation revealed that he had alcohol in his system while operating a county vehicle.
Two Five Points bars get liquor licenses terminated, two others suspended
The Department of Revenue has terminated the liquor licenses of two Five Points bars and suspended two others. The Department of Revenue says it has terminated the temporary liquor licenses of Breakers and Breakers Live, while Moosehead and Pavlov's licenses were suspended.
Demonstrators at the Statehouse call for Solicitor to "appropriately charge" Jonathan Pentland
In response to Jonathan Pentland's arrest, some demonstrators walked from the Statehouse to the Richland County Courthouse Thursday afternoon. Demonstrators say they are calling on Solicitor Byron Gipson to, "appropriately charge" Pentland.
Harmony Collection at Columbia hosting "Spring Fling Vendor Fair" this Sunday
You can get a little spring shopping done this Sunday at the 'Spring Fling Vendor Fair.' It will take place at the Harmony Collection at Columbia, a retirement & assisted living facility.
Jonathan Pentland suspended from instructor duties at Fort Jackson, pending completion of investigation
In a statement released Thursday afternoon, officials with Fort Jackson said that Jonathan Pentland has been suspended from instructor duties, pending the outcome of the investigation and criminal charges.
Elected officials holding series of vaccine clinics in northeast Richland County at end of April
Several elected officials are teaming up with MUSC Health to hold three vaccination clinics in northeast Richland County at the end of April.
Columbia VA hosting another vaccination clinic at Colonial Life Arena Saturday
The Columbia VA is hosting a mass COVID-19 vaccination clinic this Saturday. From 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., veterans of all ages, their spouses and care givers can visit the Colonial Life Arena to get the vaccine.
5th Circuit Solicitors Office releases statement on the charges filed against Jonathan Pentland
On Thursday, 5th Circuit Solicitor Bryon E. Gipson released a statement regarding the charges brought against Jonathan Pentland and the response his office received. Solicitor Gipson responded to those calling for additional charges against Pentland, saying many have called for Pentland to be charged with "unlawful restraint," a charge the solicitor says does not exist.
Columbia City Ballet celebrates 60th anniversary with "Beatles The Ballet"
The Columbia City Ballet is celebrating its 60th anniversary with a show about a legendary band! "Beatles The Ballet" will play Friday at 7:30 p.m. and on Saturday at 3 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. at the Koger Center for the Arts.
RCSD: Couple arrested for assault and robbery in parking lot of Dollar Tree on Two Notch Road
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says a married couple has been arrested and charged with assaulting and robbing a man and woman after a traffic incident on Two Notch Road.
Protest held in reaction to viral video in the Summit community
Multiple protests held in reaction to viral video in the Summit community
Victim of a fatal shooting at Brook Pines Apartment Complex is identified
The Richland County Coroner's Office has identified the victim of a shooting at Brook Pines Apartment Complex.
