SC attorney general and lawmakers propose laws to protect children from online threats
Some child sexual abuse material online involves children who are not even real.
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20 displaced after 2-alarm condo building fire, officials say
Firefighters with the Columbia Richland Fire Department responded to a 2-alarm fire at a condominium on Old Manor Rd.
Portion of Hardscrabble Road to shut down due to construction
According to SCDOT, a portion of Hardscrabble Road is set to close overnight beginning on Wednesday.
Columbia Police investigating after thousands of dollars worth of kitchen and cooking equipment stolen
The Columbia Police Department's Property Crimes Unit is investigating after thousands of dollars worth of kitchen and cooking equipment belonging to a well-known church was stolen.
Small earthquake reported in the Midlands
Official say the 1.74 quake rattled the dishes around 6:30am
Leaphart Elementary School students become published authors
Eight Leaphart Elementary School (LES) STEAM Magnet students have become published authors through writing program.
Updated plans for redevelopment project of Richland Mall announced
The City of Forest Acres held a press conference on Monday, Feb. 5, 2024 to give an update on the redevelopment of Richland Mall.
RCSD: Missing Midlands girl found safe
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is asking for the public's help finding a missing 12-year-old.
Midlands man arrested in connection with DUI, hit-and-run, say Columbia police
A man was arrested on Saturday in connection with a DUI and a hit-and-run, said the Columbia Police Department.
Gamecock Athletics working with t-shirt company to honor "Gamecock Jesus"
Gamecock Athletics and Palmetto Shirt Company have joined together to honor the late Carlton Thompson also known as "Gamecock Jesus".
Officials: Infant surrendered under Daniel's Law
The SC Safe Haven for Abandoned Babies Act provides a safe, legal option to surrender infants up to 60 days old at certain locations such as hospitals and fire departments.
Richland County holding annual Go Red for Women Lunch & Learn
Richland County is hosting a community event to raise awareness about heart health among women.
Columbia police investigating overnight shooting
Officers with the Columbia Police Department are investigating an overnight shooting, said the department.
Richland County: Man wanted in connection with burglary, grand larceny
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is searching for a man wanted for burglary and grand larceny.
Attorney general and lawmakers aim to tackle backlog of violent crimes piling up across South Carolina
In the 3rd circuit district alone, which includes Sumter County, there are 61 murder charges dating more than three years old.
Texas investigation led to arrest of Blythewood woman accused of sexually assaulting infant, sentenced to 28 years in prison
A Blythewood woman has been sentenced to be 28 years for sexually assaulting an infant after a Texas investigation led law enforcement to her, said the Attorney General’s Office.
Attorney General's office proposes new initiative aimed to end case backlog
The Attorney General's Office is proposing a new initiative call the "Statewide Violent Crimes Case Reduction Unit" which aims to help tackle the violent crime backlog with solicitor’s officers across the state.
Traffic Alert: Multiple railroad crossing closures in Irmo
The Town of Irmo announced on Facebook that there will be railroad crossing closures in the area starting today.
SCDOT celebrates groundbreaking of improvements to busy interchange
To improve safety and flow of traffic, the project will include reconstruction of ramps as well as the creation of flyover acceleration lanes.
City of Columbia hosting homebuyer workshop
The City of Columbia's Development Department is hosting a homebuyer workshop on Wednesday, February 21.
SC Lawmakers seek to opt-in food program
A group of Democratic state lawmakers are heading to Washington D.C. to ask congress for a waiver to opt-in to the summer food program.
Judge denies Murdaugh's request for a retrial in evidentiary hearing
Justice Jean Toal with the Richland County Courthouse denies Alex Murdaugh request for a retrial
Inaugural Governor's Economic Summit addresses future needs of Palmetto State industries
The Governor’s Economic Summit stressed the importance of electric vehicles to the future of South Carolina, especially with the addition of Scout Motors coming to nearby Blythewood.
County jail enhances contraband reduction efforts
Richland County officials say the Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center has been working on contraband prevention measures.
Experience Columbia SC announces partnership with former Gamecock Aliyah Boston
Experience Columbia SC has announced a partnership with WNBA Rookie of the Year and former Gamecock Aliyah Boston to inspire travel in the Columbia area.
