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S.C. Dept. of Transportation: I-77 Northbound bridges re-opened

The South Carolina Department of Transportation says I-77 Northbound bridges are back open, more than 24 hours ahead of schedule.

10th annual Fire Truck Pull raises funds to support Curing Kids Cancer

Teams from across the Midlands came together to pull for cures in the fight against childhood cancers.

Juvenile arrested for arson at A.C. Flora High School

A juvenile has been charged with arson for a fire that occurred in a girls' bathroom at A.C. Flora High School on March 16.

Armed robbery suspect assisted by three juveniles

Sumter County deputies says an individual was arrested on March 28 for armed robbery with a deadly weapon and assault and battery in the 1st degree.

Hutchinson launches GOP 2024 bid, calls on Trump to drop out

Asa Hutchinson, who recently completed two terms as Arkansas governor, said Sunday he will seek the Republican presidential nomination, positioning himself as an alternative to Donald Trump just days after the former president was indicted by a grand jury in New York.

DHEC: Food Grade decals to be updated with QR codes for easier public access to inspection reviews

DHEC is making it easier for customers to review retail food establishments' inspection histories by adding QR codes to the Food Grade decals located at entrances.

Sumter, Beaufort counties' Sales Tax rates to change starting May 1

The South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR) announced beginning on May 1, the Sales Tax rate in Beaufort County will increase form 6% to 7%.

Trump expected to travel to New York on Monday

Former President Donald Trump is expected to travel to New York on Monday, sources familiar with the matter told ABC News.

$35,000 reward offered for information in Stephen Smith's death

Bland Richter Law Firm, the representative for Stephen Smith’s mother Sandy Smith, announced she is offering a $35,000 reward for information that leads to the identification and conviction of the individuals responsible for her son's death.

Suspect charged in stabbing at Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center

The Richland County Sheriff’s Department is investigating a stabbing that occurred at the Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center.

Two men injured after shooting in Columbia

Two men are recovering after being shot in Columbia on Friday, March 31st on the 2600 block of Chestnut Street.

Stabbing incident under investigation in Richland County

The Richland County Sheriff's Department is working to learn more about a stabbing that happened on Friday, March 31st.

Ft. Jackson kicks off Month of the Military Child with a fun walk

Fort Jackson is celebrating military children this April during Month of the Military Child.

Prisma Health offering free screenings for Oral, Head and Neck Cancer Awareness Month

Prisma Health is providing free head and neck cancer screenings on April 19 from 8 am—1 p.m. in recognition of Oral, Head and Neck Cancer Awareness Month.

Haley Presidential Rally Next Thursday In Lexington

Nikki Haley to hold presidential rally in Lexington

Presidential candidate Nikki Haley will be on the campaign trail in Lexington next week.

Women’s National Championship Sunday 3 Pm

WATCH: Women’s National Championship on ABC Columbia, Sunday 3 PM

You can watch the Women’s National Championship this Sunday at 3 p.m. right here on ABC Columbia.

Columbia organizations gather at Ronald McDonald House to help community

Today, around 60 organizations from the Columbia area gathered at the Ronald McDonald House to help with a community-wide repair and upkeep effort during their Spring Fling.

New milestone checklist and app helps parents track developmental delays in children

According to SC DHEC, a new Developmental Milestone Checklist available online and on the CDC's Milestone Tracker app, can help parents identify what skills are typical for young children from two months old to five years old.