Riverbanks Zoo to unveil new exhibits
It's not black bears but grizzly bears and river otters that you will be seeing more of right here in the Midlands.
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Pilot study shows $12M in savings among 4 school districts
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A pilot study of four public school districts in South Carolina shows they could collectively save roughly $12 million over five years through efficiencies.
Richland County drivers deal with road closure
Drivers need to navigate around a road closure in Richland County.
SC's fiscal year to start without a state budget
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina will almost certainly start the fiscal year July 1 without a budget.
Mayor Benjamin Declares June 21 "Make Music Day"
It's official. Tuesday, Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin announced the designation of June 21 as "Make Music Day"
Richland Two hosts job fair
You may want to give your resume a quick update.
SC Coroner: Man shot woman to death before killing himself
BATESBURG-LEESVILLE, S.C. (AP) — Lexington County authorities say a Batesburg-Leesville man shot a woman to death before killing himself.
"Before I Die" wall coming to West Columbia
The global public art installation will be set up in Riverfront Park for a month starting in August.
Police locate man missing from mental health facility
A man has been found in Columbia after police say he left a mental health facility because of an argument with a worker.
Presidential Candidate Rick Perry Visits South Carolina
On Monday, Rick Perry made a campaign stop in Columbia.
Ex-Texas Gov. Perry making campaign trip to South Carolina
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Former Texas Gov. Rick Perry is making a trip to South Carolina on the heels of his official entry into the 2016 presidential race.
Shooting outside home sends man to hospital
There's an investigation underway into a drive-by shooting in Richland County.
Boil water advisories
There are two boil water advisories in effect.
Police Officer Indicted in Walter Scott Shooting
SC Solicitor announces indictment has been handed down by a state Grand Jury against former North Charleston police officer Michael Slager for murder.
Tuomey hospital chooses longtime employee as new CEO
SUMTER, S.C. (AP) — The Board of Directors at Tuomey Healthcare System has chosen a longtime employee to be the Sumter hospital's new acting president and CEO.
Game teaches kids about weather
The recent round of rain and storms may have you wondering if you're prepared for severe weather.
Sheriff's Department holds Ryan Rawl memorial event
You may be in the stages of planning a family gathering for the upcoming Fourth of July holiday, which includes barbecues and fireworks.
Columbia Tennis Center holds summer camp
The Columbia Tennis Center is helping kids get into the swing of things this summer.
Richland Penny Program holds public meeting
The Richland Penny program wants the public's opinion on a proposed sidewalk project going to construction in 2015.
SC abortion numbers decline nearly 12 per cent in 5 years
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The number of abortions performed in South Carolina has dropped by almost 12 percent in five years and advocates on both sides of the issue offer differing explanations.
