New details about 2-alarm apartment fire
ABC Columbia has learned more about what caused a 2-alarm apartment fire this week.
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Governor McMaster issues statement supporting Texas' self-defense right
South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster has released a statement supporting Texas' self-defense right in response to the Biden Administration's statements on their border security effort.
Man found dead in his vehicle at Ravenwood Apartments in Forest Acres
The Forest Acres Police Department says a man was found dead inside his vehicle at Ravenwood Apartments last night.
Several railroad crossings set to close for maintenance, repairs
The Lexington County Sheriff's Department wants residents, and those who may be planning to drive in the area to be aware of upcoming closures for several railroad crossings
SC governor highlights education in 'State of State' address
As far as higher education, he plans to increase technical college scholarships, freeze in-state tuition and have the Education Oversight Committee review South Carolina’s 33 public institutions of higher education.
SCDOR gives tips on tax deductions, credit for SC families
Tax season is here but you may not be aware of all of the deductions and credits that are available to you and your family.
Richland County deputies asking for public's help finding missing teen
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is asking for the public's help finding a missing 14-year-old, said the department.
Former SC Governor Beasley to join USC Joseph F. Rice School of Law
University of South Carolina officials have announced that former South Carolina Governor David Beasley will be joining the school as apart of the faculty.
Multiple railroad crossings across the Midlands closing for maintenance
Multiple railroad crossings across the Midlands will be closed for maintenance and repairs starting on Monday, Jan. 29.
S.C. Democratic party responds to 'State of the State' address
The governor's speech was followed up Wednesday night by the Democratic response.
Dozens gather at S.C. State House for 'Liberty and Justice Rally'
Local community leaders and politicians met at the state house to hold what they're calling a "Liberty and Justice rally."
RCSD searching for truck, trailer stolen on same day
The Richland County Sheriff's Office is searching for a truck and trailer that was stolen from a parking lot on Garners Ferry Road.
Another jail guard arrested for misconduct in office, says Richland County deputies
Another Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center jail guard has been arrested for misconduct in office, says the Richland County Sheriff's Department.
911 calls show fears of residents and friends after a young man got shot entering the wrong home
A concerned college student asked police if they'd seen his fraternity brother early one Saturday morning after he'd sent the 20-year-old home from a sports bar in an Uber.
CPD investigating following Columbia shooting
The Columbia Police Department is investigating after a shooting on Tuesday night sent one person to the hospital, said officers.
WHAT IS SCHOOL CHOICE? Expert and lawmaker disagree on whether it helps the Palmetto State
The School Choice Bill creates educational scholarship accounts that provide parents with up to $6,000 to pay for their child’s education. Garvin believes this is a misuse of public dollars that should instead be used to improve public schools.
DHEC brings attention to health pregnancy-related health concerns
Today is National Maternal Health Awareness Day.
Richland County hosting sleeping bag drive for the homeless
The Richland County Neighborhood Council (RCNC) is partnering with Midlands nonprofit All Kind for a sleeping bag drive to benefit the County’s homeless population.
Midlands man charged in child pornography investigation
Investigators say on September 5th of last year deputies received a tip from the Attorney General's Office in reference to child pornography.
Columbia Firefighters respond to 2-alarm apartment fire
Firefighters say they are working to contain a fire at Columbia Rising Apartments on Johnson Ave. near N. Main St.
State Superintendent of Education requests inquiry into R1 learning center
Richland School District One officials have spoken out after becoming aware of a requested inquiry by the State Superintendent of Education Ellen Weaver.
Riverbanks Zoo beloved koala dies
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is mourning the loss of a beloved koala Charlotte.
City of Columbia raising awareness about heart disease with Go Red Columbia
The City of Columbia is hosting a press conference and community photo session to raise awareness about heart disease.
Incentive program provides $500 to South Carolinians who earn GED
The South Carolina Department of Education is offering some incentive for adults who did not finish high school looking to continue their education.
