Newberry Co. Traffic Alert: Hwy 121/ Old Newberry Highway blocked
Authorities are asking the public to avoid Hwy 121 near Old Newberry Highway for several hours after a motor vehicle accident.
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Suspect in Colleton Co Courthouse bomb threat arrested
Earlier this month a bomb threat was called in at the Colleton County Courthouse and an inmate is facing charges for calling in that threat during the trial.
2 million air fryers recalled after reports of fires
Two million Corsori air fyers are being recalled by the company Atekcity Corporation.
Blue Marlin Chef, Columbia firefighters save employee experiencing cardiac arrest
Columbia firefighters and staff from Blue Marlin Restaurant in the Vista were recognized Thursday morning for saving the life of an employee that went into cardiac arrest.
Groundbreaking ceremony at South Main Street
The area of Main Street between the State House and Blossom Street is getting a makeover.
SLED: Chester man charged with dogfighting, ill treatment of animals
SLED agents charged 52 year-old Burton Lashawn Mincey Jr. on Feb. 14 for dogfighting.
New housing development coming to Two Notch Road
Columbia’s newest housing development will be on Two Notch Road, thanks to The United Way.
Richland Dist. One releases statement on student, teacher altercation
A spokesperson for the district says it happened at C.A. Johnson High School when a teacher and student had a verbal exchange which escalated into a physical altercation.
On stand, Alex Murdaugh denies killings but admits lying
Disgraced South Carolina attorney Alex Murdaugh denied killing his wife and son but admitted lying to investigators about when he last saw them alive as he took the stand in his own defense Thursday.
U.S. Dept. of Labor: Jobless claims drop by 3,000
The U.S. Labor Market remains tight— first-time weekly jobless claims dropped by 3,000 last week.
South Carolina Senate OKs 'shield law' for lethal injections
The South Carolina Senate passed on Wednesday a law shielding the identity of pharmaceutical companies providing lethal injection drugs for state executions.
Infant in Spartanburg surrendered under Safe Haven Act
Spartanburg Regional Medical Center officials accepted an infant surrendered under Daniel's Law, the Safe Haven for Abandoned Babies Act, on Feb. 20.
FDA issues new guidance in plant-based milk labeling
There's oat milk, almond milk, soy milk, and the Food and Drug Administration is concerned with making sure consumers know what is actually in milk alternatives.
Richland deputies searching for robbery and assault suspect
Richland County investigators are asking the public's help in identifying an alleged robbery suspect.
Harvey Weinstein sentenced to 16 years for rape conviction in LA
The defense team was denied a new trial.
7 year-old threatens students, teacher with knife
The Sumter County Sheriff’s Office says a 7 year-old kindergarten student was found in possession of a 12- inch knife at Cherryvale Elementary School on Feb. 23.
Inmate faces charges in Murdaugh trial bomb threat
An inmate is facing charges for calling in a bomb threat during the Murdaugh trial earlier this month.
Fresh off SC Gov. McMaster's win, backers set up nonprofit
Fresh off his reelection, supporters of South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster are setting up a nonprofit that organizers say will assist the Republican in promoting his legislative priorities over his final term in office.
RCSD: 17 year-old arrested in homicide of elderly woman
Richland deputies say a 17 year-old male is in custody after an elderly woman was found deceased outside of her home.
Alex Murdaugh admits lying to agents, denies role in killings
Alex Murdaugh is currently on the witness stand testifying in his own defense.
