RCSD: Suspect arrested, charged for string of armed robberies in the Midlands
Richland County deputies say they have arrested a suspect wanted for a string of armed robberies.
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Columbia man sentenced to four years for firearms theft
According to U.S. Attorney Peter M. McCoy Jr., a Columbia man has been sentenced to four years in federal prison for the theft of firearms.
Columbia man sentenced to nearly 22 years for role in 2017 home invasion
According to U.S. Attorney Peter M. McCoy Jr., a Columbia man has been sentenced to nearly 22 years in federal prison for his role in a Lexington home invasion.
SC Works Midlands hosting in-person job fair Thursday in Columbia
According to the South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce, SC Works Midlands is sponsoring an in-person job fair at the Dutch Square Mall.
City of Columbia leaders meet to discuss city coronavirus response
City of Columbia leaders say they need to stay ahead of the curve when it comes to battling the coronavirus.
40,000 pounds of potatoes delivered to CIU to be donated to those in need.
40,000 pounds of potatoes were delivered to Columbia International University Tuesday morning and were bagged by students. These bagged potatoes are being distributed to the community through Midlands churches and charities to help those in need.
Squirrel causes power outages in downtown Columbia Monday morning
A power outage that impacted parts of downtown Columbia from Main and Gervais Street to Assembly Street for nearly and hour and a half Monday morning has been restored. Our ABC Columbia studios were among those affected.
Columbia Police searching for woman reported missing by her family
Officers with the Columbia Police Department Special Victims Unit say they are searching for a woman who was reported missing by her family.
Richland County Library partners with Walgreens to host drive-thru flu shot clinic
The Richland County Library is partnering with Walgreens to have free drive-thru flu-shot clinics during flu season and the pandemic.
Columbia Police trying to identify Family Dollar robbery suspect
Columbia Police have released surveillance pictures of a man accused of an armed robbery at a Family Dollar store on Wednesday.
Minor fire reported at Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center Wednesday morning
According to authorities, firefighters responded to Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center on Wednesday morning after a detainee set a mattress on fire. Officials say the housing unit had to be temporarily evacuated, but no injuries or major damage were reported.
Staff evacuated after gas leak at Irmo Middle School
According to Lexington-Richland School District Five, a gas leak was reported Wednesday morning at Irmo Middle School. Officials say no students were in the building as Wednesday's are a distance learning day for the district, but staff members at Irmo Middle and CrossRoads Intermediate were evacuated.
Red Cross of SC hosting Battle of the Branches Veterans Day Blood Drive
The American Red Cross of South Carolina is hosting a Battle of the Branches Veterans Day Blood Drive tomorrow. It runs from 12-6 p.m. at the Red Cross building on Bull Street.
American Red Cross honors veteran from Columbia for saving a man's life
The American Red Cross is honoring a veteran from Columbia who saved a man's life on Veterans Day last year. Jon Upton received the American Red Cross Certificate of Merit on Tuesday for using his skills to save a man from choking at a restaurant in Columbia.
Where to find free COVID-19 testing in the Midlands
Prisma Health is offering free COVID-19 testing to the public. The testing is located at the Columbia Place Mall on Two Notch Road from 10 a.m-2 p.m Tuesday, Friday and Saturday.
Tractor-trailer crash on I-77 North causes delay in morning commute
The South Carolina Highway Patrol says a tractor-trailer crash on I-77 North is causing delays this morning.
Columbia Veterans Day parade cancelled due to COVID-19
The City of Columbia has announced there will not be a Veterans Day parade this year. City leaders cancelled the event due to COVID-19. City officials say they will hold a special observance on Veterans Day to honor all veterans instead. Veterans Day is this Wednesday.
Town of Irmo settles with homeowner after allegations of discrimination against homeowner with a disability
According to the Office of U.S. Attorney Peter M. McCoy Jr., the Department of Justice announced a settlement with the Town of Irmo to resolve allegations of discriminating against a homeowner with a disability on Monday.
Richland County Councilwoman holds mask giveaway Friday
Richland County Councilwoman Chakisse Newton held a mask giveaway this afternoon as part of the new mask mandate set by the City of Columbia to end the spread of COVID-19. The city says they plan to schedule more free masks giveaways in the future.
More than 194,000 ballots cast in Richland County this election
All of the votes are in for Richland County, and today those results were certified. More than 194,000 ballots were cast in Richland County.
UPDATE: Man previously reported missing, found safe
The Columbia Police Department tweeted that Douglas Vaughn was found walking along Laurel Street. Police say Vaughn was found to be uninjured, in good condition, but was still taken to a local hospital.
CPD looking for missing man
The Columbia Police Department says they are looking for an adult man who left a local hospital at approximately 4 a.m. Friday morning. Officials say 42-year-old Douglas Vaughn was reported missing by his family. Police say due to his medical condition, his family is concerned for his safety and well-being.
Columbia Fire Department speaks in Five Points about expanded mask ordinance
The Columbia Fire Department spoke with ABC Columbia News in Five Points Thursday afternoon about the expanded city ordinance.
