Richland - ABC Columbia

Columbia Police Officer suspended after Miami arrest

Apr 5, 2024 1:25 PM EDT

A spokesperson for the Columbia Police Dept. says an officer has been suspended after being arrested by the North Miami Beach Police Department.

Experts explain hundreds of dead fish floating in Congaree

Apr 5, 2024 11:28 AM EDT

We have an answer after a viewer spotted something unusual in the Congaree river near the Edventure Children's Museum.

ONE ON ONE: SC parent speaks about experience with autism, helping other parents

Apr 4, 2024 11:45 PM EDT

Anja Wilson’s son Cortland was first diagnosed with autism at age 3.

Former SCDJJ employees arrested for providing contraband to youth

Apr 4, 2024 4:49 PM EDT

According to the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice, two former employees have been charged with misconduct in office.

Overnight closure scheduled on I-26 eastbound for bridge construction, say SCDOT

Apr 4, 2024 2:34 PM EDT

The Department of Transportation says there will be a temporary closure of a section of I-126 eastbound, just east of the I-26/I-126 Interchange.

Richland County Administration building reopens after closing due to power outage

Apr 4, 2024 10:44 AM EDT

Officials say the Richland County Administration Building has reopened on Thursday after previously being closed on Wednesday.

2 arrested after robbing Verzion store, say deputies

Apr 4, 2024 10:07 AM EDT

A man and woman have been arrested in connection with a Verzion store robbery, say RCSD.

Where you can get glasses for the upcoming solar eclipse

Apr 3, 2024 7:15 PM EDT

If you are gearing up for Monday's partial solar eclipse, here is a list things you need to know before viewing the rare sight.

SC state leaders stress importance of not littering

Apr 3, 2024 6:22 PM EDT

The Department of Public Safety also sees the harm that litter can cause on the roadways.

City of Columbia looking for summer lifeguards

Apr 3, 2024 4:07 PM EDT

The City of Columbia is looking for summer lifeguards.

Staley Makes History as Naismith Coach of the Year

Apr 3, 2024 3:58 PM EDT

South Carolina head coach Dawn Staley was named the 2024 Werner Ladder Naismith Coach of the Year, the Atlanta Tipoff announced today.

Cardoso Named WBCA Defensive Player of the Year

Apr 3, 2024 3:26 PM EDT

South Carolina senior center Kamilla Cardoso was named the 2024 Women’s Basketball Coaches’ Association NCAA Div. I Defensive Player of the Year, the organization announced today.

Monster Jam is coming to the Colonial Life Arena

Apr 3, 2024 2:10 PM EDT

Do you love really loud, fast trucks? Well you're in luck because Monster Jam will be in Columbia this weekend.

RCSD searching for man accused of stealing enclosed trailers

Apr 3, 2024 1:56 PM EDT

The Richland County Sheriff’s Department is searching for a man accused of stealing enclosed trailers, said the department.

Columbia man pleads guilty to drug charge

Apr 3, 2024 1:04 PM EDT

A Columbia man pleaded guilty to several drug charges.

Firefighters respond to Blythewood house fire, no reported injuries

Apr 3, 2024 12:44 PM EDT

No one is hurt after a house fire on Tuesday in Blythewood.

Richland County deputies warning residents of phone scam

Apr 3, 2024 11:04 AM EDT

Richland County Deputies are warning people of a phone scam involving a "third party monitoring company", said the department.

Traffic Alert: Officers assisting traffic after light malfunction

Apr 3, 2024 10:40 AM EDT

The Columbia Police Department is assisting traffic on Millwood Avenue due to a traffic light malfunction.

Richland Co. Council Approves Pay Increase For Full Time Employees

County administration building closed due to power outage

Apr 3, 2024 9:49 AM EDT

Richland Co. officials say the county's administration building at 2020 Hampton St. closed after overnight storms.

RAMSERVE: CIU students help out community through service work

Apr 2, 2024 6:59 PM EDT

As part of one project, CIU students renovated an apartment for use by Reconciliation Ministries, a nonprofit which helps men overcome addiction through long-term residential recovery.