Multiple houses saved after fire rescue puts out fire, firefighters say
Dutch Fork Fire Rescue firefighters were able to put out a woods fire on Wednesday, according to the fire rescue.
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New homes to be built in historic Columbia neighborhood
A historic Columbia neighborhood is getting a new lease on life.
Irmo Police: Teacher arrest for sexual battery, principal arrested for failure to report it
Irmo Police officers have arrested the Green Charter School of the Midlands principal and a teacher, say police.
3 Dreher H.S. students hailed heroes
Three Dreher High School students who helped a woman when her kitchen caught fire are being recognized for their bravery.
School District Five names interim principal for Dutch Fork High School
Lexington-Richland School District Five has announced Reed Gunter as the new interim principal of Dutch Fork High.
RCSD: Multiple arrests after search warrant executed on Sprott Street
The Richland County Sheriff’s Department says multiple arrests have happened after deputies executed a search warrant at a home in the 7000 block of Sprott Street.
UPDATE: RCSD says missing 13-year-old boy is found safe
According to the Richland County Sheriff's Department, a missing 13-year-old boy has been found safe on Monday.
RCSD: Man arrested after repeatedly ramming vehicle into another vehicle driven by female acquaintance
A 28-year-old man was arrested on multiple charges, according to Sheriff Leon Lott.
Gas prices remain steady
If you are hitting the road, gas prices have remain fairly steady by only dropping a cent since last week.
Emergency evacuation aboard flight bound for Columbia
According to Delta Airlines a flight from Atlanta, GA bound for Columbia had to turn around and undergo an emergency evacuation.
Kroger donates more than $5,000 in groceries to Benedict's campus food pantry
Kroger donated more than $5,000 in groceries to Benedict's campus food pantry.
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.
