Richland News
CRFD: Second shift crews controls commercial facility roof fire
Second shift crews with the Columbia-Richland Fire Dept., controlled a roof fire at a commercial facility Thursday evening, said the fire dept.
Richland Co. Coroner's Office identifies man found dead on I-77
The Richland County Coroner’s Office is requesting the community’s help identifying an unknown male who was found deceased on Friday, February 14.
Midlands students recognized for teen mental health, substance abuse prevention advocacy efforts
Students at two Midlands schools are being recognized for their efforts in advocating for teens' mental health and substance abuse prevention.
State Department of Public Health unveils statewide action plan for healthy eating, active living
On Thursday, Feb. 20, the State Department of Public Health unveiled a statewide action plan for healthy eating and active living.
SCDOT to conduct nighttime detours on new bridge over Saluda River
The South Carolina Department of Transportation will conduct temporary nighttime lane closures on the new bridge over the Saluda River (Exit 108 B-A) for two nights during the week of February 24, says SCDOT.
Columbia Police investigate report of suspicious package on Calhoun Street
The Columbia Police Department said the area have been given the all clear by officers after a suspicious package was not located inside a vehicle.
Attorney General Alan Wilson announces developments in resolving Section 504 lawsuit
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson and 16 other states filed a court update Wednesday night to clarify that a recent lawsuit will not take away Section 504 accommodations for anyone with a disability.
Teen accused of stabbing another teen on Tuesday, RCSD says
Richland County deputies have arrested a teen accused of stabbing another teen on Tuesday, says RCSD.
Sheriff Leon Lott speaks out about Dutch Fork High School arrests
Wednesday, February. 19, Sheriff Leon Lott addressed the recent arrests of a 15-year-old and a 17-year-old student at Dutch Fork High School.
Community leaders call for parental support and accountability court
Community leaders and law enforcement say the Midlands is in urgent need of a parental support and accountability court.
RCSD: 2 accused of stealing firearm from vehicle
RCSD says a 17-year-old and an 18-year-old is accused of stealing a firearm from a vehicle on Wednesday morning.
Governor McMaster nominates new adjutant general
Governor Henry McMaster has nominated South Carolina's new adjutant general.
Constellation Concert series returns to state museum
Guest are invited to experience live music in the museum's observatory with a new concert series featuring Alt-R&B act Death Ray Robin.
RCSD arrests 2 teens accused of bringing guns to school
RCSD arrests two Dutch Fork High school students accused of bringing guns onto school property Tuesday
A Midlands college joins effort to help inmates earn their degrees
A Midlands college is joining the effort to help those incarcerated in South Carolina earn their degrees.
Hundreds protest 'Project 2025' at S.C. State House
Dozens gather at the State House to protest 'Project 2025'on President's Day
Columbia's Rapid Shelter receives donation
Columbia's Rapid Shelter is getting a much needed donation to help meet the needs of the city's less fortunate.
Winning Powerball ticket sold at Irmo grocery store
A Powerball ticket with PowerPlay purchased at an Irmo grocery store has won $100,000, says the SC Lottery.
ASGDC guard charged after incident with inmate, says RCSD
An Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center guard has charged after an incident with an inmate, RCSD says.
