Richland News
Boil Water Advisory Lifted
A boil water advisory for Rosewood Dr. and the surrounding area has been repealed.
Mayor Benjamin: "Five Points is safe, but it can be safer."
Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin called a press conference Thursday afternoon to address recent crime in Five Points.
City of Columbia Launches New Jobs Program
A new job may be as close as your phone or computer.
Crime in Five Points: Have Things Changed?
Five Points offers shopping, entertainment and plenty of dining options. But, recently more crime is being reported there. So, have things changed over the years? We asked a business owner who was there before and is still there now.
Chief Scott on Five Points Violence: "This is an extreme concern."
Five Points merchants and officials are looking to the Columbia Police Department for help as crime seems to be escalating in the area.
Family Pleads for Answers in Hit and Run Case.
Friday, the family of Lindsay Biers joined police to ask for help in finding those responsible for a hit and run accident that has Biers fighting for her life.
Dr. Pastides: "Carolina is solid and strong."
Wednesday, USC President, Dr. Harris Pastides, delivered the annual 'State of USC' address.
Childhood Cancer and South Carolina's Children.
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. According to a local physician more than 100 cases of childhood cancer were diagnosed in the South Carolina last year.
Chief Scott: "This is a McDonald's. This is a family environment."
Columbia Police continue to search for clues in the weekend shooting at a local McDonald's that left one man dead.
New Program to Raise Money for Bullet Proof Vests
Helping protect officers who protect you.
Doctor: She Could Make Anyone Feel Special
Thursday family, friends and co-workers of Jeanne Schmidt, who served as the Director of Camp Kemo, will say goodbye.
Ambassador Wilkins: American Soil is Sovereign Soil
Wednesday Ambassador David Wilkins, who served in Canada, reacted to the kiling of Ambassador Christopher Stevens in Libya.
USC International Business Program No. 1
The University of South Carolina is in the top ten in football, but its number one in international business.
City Adds Items to Recyclable List
Columbia is going greener. Wednesday the city added several items to its recyclable list.
Public Meetings to Start on Penny Sales Tax Vote
Monday night will mark the first of several public meetings Richland County officials are hosting to inform voters about a Penny Sales Tax that will appear on the ballot in November.
Grits and Gravy for Grandparents at one local school
A local elementary school is hosting a special event Tuesday to honor local grandparents.
Zinah Jennings Found Guilty, Sentenced to 10 Years
The jury in the trial of Zinah Jennings, mother of missing Midlands toddler Amir Jennings, has reached a guilty verdict.
Jury to Start Mulling SC Missing Boy Case Friday
Jurors are delaying their deliberations concerning the fate of a 23-year-old mother charged in the case of her missing son.
Suspect Named in Cook Out Shooting
Columbia police have named a suspect in a shooting at a Five Points restaurant back in July.
8 Yr. Old Injured in Shooting
An eight-year old is being treated for non-life threatening injuries after a Monday afternoon shooting.
Jennings not ''mother-material' says witness.
Thursday, the Zinah Jennings trial brought more testimony, including Jennings' sister.
Zinah Jennings heard on tape: "I cannot provide for him, I'm not working."
An audio recording of Zinah Jennings and a surprise introduction during the prosecution's opening statements marked Day 2 in the trial of Zinah Jennings.
USC Street Party Pep Rally Tuesday
You can get in the Gamecock spirit Tuesday in the Vista when Wild Wings holds their annual USC Street Party Pep Rally.
Jennings Trial Day 2: Opening arguments
Opening arguments are set to begin Tuesday morning in the trial against Zinah Jennings, mother of missing Midlands toddler Amir Jennings.
