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.
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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.
Crocs unveils McDonald’s-inspired footwear line collaboration
McDonald's is taking a big step with a new collaboration with Crocs footwear.
Chick-fil-A testing out drone delivery
Now you can eat more chicken as Chick-fil-A is rolling out its new drone delivery system.
Baskin Robbins releases Thanksgiving-themed ice cream
Baskin Robbins is bringing Thanksgiving dinner to your ice cream.
Toys 'R' Us is opening in America’s biggest mall as part of its comeback
Just a few years after Toys 'R' Us went out of business in 2018, it's now coming to America's biggest mall just in time for the holidays.
U.S., China discuss broadening renewable energy sources
The United States and China agreed to jointly tackle global warming by ramping up wind, solar and other renewable energy with the goal of displacing fossil fuels.
Update: Homeless man found after report of an intruder at Midway Elementary School
Kershaw Co. deputies say they have located a homeless man in the case of a possible intruder seen at the Midway Elementary School Wednesday.
Historic Columbia rings in holiday season with home tours
If you missed out today, the tours continue through December 30th.
Dominion Energy warning customers about holiday scams
Officials with Dominion Energy are warning people that even though the holidays are approaching, scammers never take a vacation.
7 officers inducted into SC Law Enforcement Hall of Fame
According to the Hall of Fame Administrator Jim McClary, inductees must have a proven record of excellence and a minimum of 25 years of service.
Thanksgiving dinner will be cheaper this year, thanks to turkeys
Paying for Thanksgiving dinner won’t be as painful this year as it was in years past.
Venmo’s newest feature helps users settle group expenses
Anyone who has ever dined out with friends knows the math skills needed to Divvy up the bill at the end of the night.
4 inmates to plead guilty for 2018 prison riot
Four inmates involved in the deadly Lee Correctional Riot in 2018 are expected to plead guilty today.
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.
Bernie Sanders intervenes, stops GOP Senator from fighting
A bizarre "almost fight" happened in Washington Tuesday's Senate Committee hearing with teamsters Union Leaders on Capitol Hill.
YouTube puts new A.I. policy in place
YouTube will soon require disclosures on videos that contain content generated by artificial intelligence because it could mislead viewers.
Concerns surrounding Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center after jail riot
ABC Columbia is taking a closer look at Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center. Richland County deputies reported a string of stabbings at the jail and more recently a riot and fire this weekend.
Cell tower service to possibly interrupt Clarendon 911 calls
Clarendon County Emergency Management says FTC notified them just after 3:30pm Tuesday to notify them they needed to move phone lines while an area bridge is being repaired.
