UPDATE: Columbia HS student charged with Attempted Murder
A student at Columbia High is in custody tonight in connection with a stabbing incident Friday afternoon.
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Attorney General Alan Wilson's statement on Alex Murdaugh's guilty plea
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson has released a statement on convicted murderer Alex Murdaugh's recent guilty plea.
Troopers: One dead after vehicle hits pedestrian in Richland County
A pedestrian is dead after a collision in Richland County on Thursday night, says the South Carolina Highway Patrol.
Columbia Fire Department launches new tool ahead of busy holiday season
The service is available to everyone in Richland County and allows firefighters to better respond to a call.
Judge Newman requests removal from post-trial motions in Murdaugh murder case
Judge Clifton Newman has requested a new judge handle any post-trial motions involving Alex Murdaugh's murder charges, according to a Supreme Court of South Carolina filing made Thursday.
County hires former federal prosecutors to review Alvin S. Glenn
Earlier this month the US Justice Department announced it was investigating Alvin S. Glenn following a detainee's death, reports of excessive violence, and structurally unsound conditions.
Traffic Alert: Road closed in Richland County due to natural gas line cut
The Columbia Richland Fire Department said Leesburg Road is closed to traffic in the area of Lower Richland Boulevard due to a cut natural gas line.
Historic Columbia rings in holiday season with home tours
If you missed out today, the tours continue through December 30th.
RCSD searching for women accused of shoplifting at beauty store
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is asking for the public's help in finding two women accused of shoplifting from a beauty store.
RCSD: Body found unresponsive on Two Notch Road
The Richland County Sheriff's Department said a body was found unresponsive in the 10000 block of Two Notch Road.
Irmo Community Park temporarily closed for repairs
The Town of Irmo has announced the two-day closure of the Irmo Community Park for renovations.
2024 PRESIDENTIAL RACE: RFK Jr. hopes to provide Columbia voters with 3rd party option
RFK Jr. says much of his support in the polls has come from millennials.
Forest Acres Police searching for man accused of commercial burglary, fled from officers
The Forest Acres Police Department is searching for a man accused of a commercial burglary, said officials.
Dawn Staley honors grandparents with annual breakfast
Gamecocks Women's Basketball Coach Dawn Staley decided to honor her grandparents and grandparents everywhere this morning.
Jill Biden hosts tea for female faith leaders and others, including South Carolina prayer partner
Jill Biden hosted a White House listening session on Monday with about 60 female faith leaders, community leaders and others, including the South Carolina pastor’s wife whom she credits with helping restore her faith in God after the Bidens’ son Beau died of cancer in 2015.
Richland Co. Council approves pay increase for full-time employees
Monday night the Richland County Council approved a class and compensation for full time county employees.
Columbia Metropolitan Airport adds new booking service for flights
Columbia Metropolitan Airport has added a new tool on its website for travelers.
Couple creates "Lily Pads" for kids
According to the Department of Social Services, foster youth may spend time waiting temporarily in agency offices until their next placement is ready.
SC Dept. of Veterans Affairs hosting food drive for Veterans
The South Carolina Department of Veterans' Affairs is hosting its annual food drive for Veterans, service members, and their families.
ABC's of Education: Richland One 'RoboKind' levels playing field for students
Richland One is helping level the playing field for students with special needs with the help of a humanoid
'Coats for Kindness' warms hearts for the holidays
Local organization is collecting new, unused coats to help children warm this winter. Click here to see how you can help.
Pawmetto Lifeline launches campaign for mandatory spray/neuter ordinance
Pawmetto Lifeline is launching a campaign to make spaying and neutering pets a legal requirement.
CLEANING UP THE CONGAREE: Dominion Energy and elected officials celebrate completion of $20 million project
In addition to the sediment and the artifacts, the project also removed two and a half tons of debris from the water.
