SCDPH confirms first flu-related death in 2024
The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) has confirmed on Wednesday the state' first influenza-associated death of the season.
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Gov. McMaster signs bill banning cell phones in SC prisons
Cell phones in prison have been against the rules but now they are against the law.
RCSD: Man arrested in connection with armed robbery at bank
A man has been arrested in connection with an armed robbery at First Citizens Bank on last Tuesday, said RCSD.
CRFD: Firefighters contain Tuesday afternoon fire
Columbia-Richland Firefighters were able to contain a fire that happened on Tuesday afternoon, said the department.
DSS urges SNAP recipients to take steps to prevent stolen benefits
The Department of Social Services (DSS) is urging SNAP recipients to take precautions to protect their benefits from phishing and potential electronic scams.
West Columbia man accused of distributing child sexual abuse material arrested
A West Columbia man is behind bars accused of Sexual Exploitation of Minors
Man accused of killing Midlands teen back in court
A former store owner accused of killing a Midlands teen was back in court on Tuesday afternoon, October 22.
Susan Smith's parole hearing set for November in Columbia
A woman convicted of killing her two young children in Union County South Carolina in 1994 is up for parole.
NAACP Former President Dr. Randolph Jr. dies
Over the weekend, the Columbia chapter of the NAACP announced the passing of Former President Dr. Lonnie Randolph Jr.
CPD: Officers make arrest in fatal Bluff Road hit-and-run case, bond denied
On Wednesday morning, Oct. 23, the man accused of hitting 22-year-old Xavier Jackson appeared at a bond hearing after being arrested earlier this week.
Disney costume exhibit coming to SC State Museum
Disney fans listen up! A new exhibition is coming to the South Carolina State Museum, and you do not want to miss it.
Walk to End Alzheimer's with the Alzheimer’s Association
You can hit the road for the annual Walk to End Alzheimer’s on Saturday, October 19.
City of Columbia's Office of Violent Crime prevention to host Youth Talk-A-Thon
The City of Columbia's Office of Violent Crime prevention is hosting a Youth Talk-A-Thon on Saturday.
City debuts series of community mini libraries
The City of Columbia’s Columbia Streams Art public art program has debuted the first of its new series of community mini libraries.
SC man arrested in Kentucky after skipping trial extradited back to Richland County, say deputies
A man who was wanted in South Carolina in connection with child abuse is being extradited back to Columbia, according to RCSD.
Columbia Police seize nearly a dozen stolen guns over 3 days
Columbia Police seize nearly a dozen stolen handguns, assault rifles in three days this month alone.
City of Columbia cancels water boil advisory
City of Columbia Water officials say to disregard the boil water advisory and planned shutdown on Piney Woods Road from Piney Grove.
Richland County mourns loss of long-serving EMS worker
Richland County is mourning the loss of a long-serving EMS worker.
$50,000 Powerball with Double Play ticket sold in Irmo
There is a lucky winner in the Palmetto State after Wednesday night's Powerball drawing, says SC Lottery officials.
1 of 4 escaped Chesterfield County inmates arrested in Richland County, say deputies
One of the four inmates who escaped from the Chesterfield County Detention Center on Monday has been arrested in Richland County, say deputies.
Columbia firefighter arrested, charged with DUI
A Columbia firefighter was arrested and charged for a DUI on Monday, October 14.
Your Voice, Your Vote: Hamilton Grant and Rebecca Madsen hope to represent NE Richland County
Madsen and Grant agree about the need to improve the state’s healthcare system and both also want to help the area’s small businesses thrive in a largely residential district.
CAE expands accessibility with new online experience
Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) has announced the airport is expanding accessible travel by launching an inclusive, online experience for passengers.
Riverbanks Zoo & Garden to hold annual Boo at the Zoo
If you and your family are looking for something to do during the Halloween season, then Riverbanks Zoo and Garden has an event for you.
RCSD sheriff, family holds press conference for missing Broadway actor
The Richland County Sheriff's Department and the family of Zelig William held a press conference on Wednesday morning.
