Activists allege abuse and neglect at Camille Graham Correctional Institution
Community activists and family members say women in custody at Camille Graham Correctional Center in Columbia are the victims of abuse and negligence.
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Richland County coroner identifies victims from fatal collision on Screaming Eagle Road
The Richland County Coroner's Office has identified two people involved in a fatal collision after a chase with law enforcement Monday.
Columbia Councilman Sam Davis will not seek re-election
Columbia Councilman Sam Davis says he will not seek re-election this year. He made the announcement at a press conference Wednesday morning.
RCSD: December double homicide suspect arrested in North Charleston
According to the Richland County Sheriff's Department, 32-year-old James Toatley was arrested in connection with a December 19 shooting on Fairfield Road that left two men dead.
Several Midlands school districts remaining virtual through end of month
A few Midlands school districts have announced plans to remain virtual through the end of this month.
Lexington-Richland Five returning to five day in-person school week, despite pushback
Lexington-Richland School District Five will return to fully face-to-face instruction after the board met last night and discussed the topic for hours.
CPD: Man arrested after robbing cell phone store
The Columbia Police Department says they arrested a man who robbed the Cricket Wireless on Bush River Road on Friday.
Students gather outside Lexington-Richland 5 board meeting to protest transition to five day in-person school week
Students in the Lexington-Richland 5 School District, who are part of the hybrid learning model, are transitioning from a four day in-person schedule to a five day face-to-face schedule, beginning next Monday, but many students and parents are concerned with the district’s decision.
Authorities investigating fatal crash on Screaming Eagle Road
The South Carolina Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal car crash that shut down parts Screaming Eagle Road around 3 p.m. on Monday.
Man found dead in suspicious house fire Friday identified, RCSD investigating
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says they are investigating a suspicious fire in Hopkins where an individual was found dead.
Richland One extending free student meal program through the end of June
Richland School District One has been approved to continue the federally funded food program through June 30. The food program provides seven days' worth of breakfasts and lunches to students at no cost to their parents.
More than 11,000 meals donated through the MLK Honor the Dream food drive
According to the City of Columbia, more than 11,000 meals were donated this year through the Martin Luther King Jr. Honor the Dream virtual and drive-thru food drives.
Richland One opening registration for Pre-K programs
Parents of little ones in the Midlands, there are some important dates coming up. Richland School District One is registering students for its Pre-K program. Parents of three and four-year-olds in the district are asked to register for the next school year as soon as possible.
Support a hero in training at the First Responder Benefit Hockey Game in Irmo
On Saturday January 30, the Richland Blueliners will take on the Myrtle Beach Fire Department in the First Responder Benefit Hockey Game. The game is set to take place at the Irmo Plex on Broad Stone Road.
Columbia Municipal Courts open payment windows, drive-thru
The City of Columbia Municipal Court opened their courthouse payment windows and drive-thru. All in-person court appearances have been suspended since January 11.
A look back at President Biden's 2014 commencement speech at UofSC
President Joe Biden is no stranger to Columbia. In 2014, the then vice president served as the commencement speaker for the University of South Carolina's graduation ceremonies at Colonial Life Arena.
2021 Palmetto Sportsmen's Classic cancelled due to COVID-19
The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources says they have canceled the annual Palmetto Sportsmen’s Classic. It was scheduled for March 26-28 at the State Fairgrounds.
After previous warnings, the State House sees small, peaceful protests on Inauguration Day
After a week of warnings from the FBI and local law enforcement, it was a fairly quiet afternoon at the State House.
Columbia City Council provides update on the city's coronavirus response
The Columbia City Council met Tuesday and COVID-19 was at the top of the agenda.
CPD investigating several vandalism incidents, including office of Rep. Todd Rutherford
The Columbia Police Department is investigating an incident of vandalism at the law office of Representative Todd Rutherford.
Celebration of life held to honor the late owner of Andy's Deli
On Wednesday, the community is honoring the late owner of the iconic Columbia deli. A celebration of life event for Andy's Deli owner, Andy Shlon, will be held Tuesday at 3 p.m. at the Dunbar Funeral Home Devine Street Chapel.
