Columbia SC

(WACH) — A West Columbia man will spend three years in federal prison after authorities say he was caught with multiple illegal drugs and a firearm despite prior felony convictions. Cedrick Exzavius Reese, 45, has been sentenced to 36 months behind bars, followed by three years of supervised release.

CAMDEN, S.C. — Authorities say a Camden man is in custody and charged with murder in a deadly shooting that happened near Lake Murray early Monday morning. The Lexington County Sheriff's Department said 42-year-old Brian Vincemichael Ashford traveled to an apartment complex in the 2200 block of Lake Murray Boulevard,...

MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) — A Columbia, South Carolina man was sentenced to 10 years in prison stemming from multiple incidents, including one in Myrtle Beach, the Fifteenth Circuit Solicitor’s Office said. Jaquis Derrick, 25, pleaded guilty to first-degree domestic violence, possession with intent to distribute...

The original Columbia neighborhood of Wheeler Hill is now just a memory for those who once called the historically African American community “home.” That includes former resident Crissandra Elliott, whose childhood home was located at 215 Bull Street. Eminent domain demolished Elliott’s house, along with other homes...

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WACH) — Country stars Darius Rucker and Lauren Alaina will perform at the Garnet & Black Spring Fest on Saturday, April 11, 2026, at Colonial Life Arena, Gamecock Athletics and Rock Block announced. The festival replaces this year’s Spring Game due to stadium construction and includes a...

A pair of new sandwich shop locations have made their debut in the Midlands. Stacked, which offers bagel sandwiches, wraps, salads and more, opened on Feb. 24 at 2835 Devine St. in Columbia and 5580 Sunset Blvd. in Lexington, per their respective social media accounts . The Stacked shops are each located in spots...

COLUMBIA, S.C. — An owner of a well-known Columbia-area restaurant has been arrested and charged with tax evasion, according to the state's lead revenue agency. The South Carolina Department of Revenue announced on Thursday that 50-year-old Tyrone Cyrus, an owner of Kiki's Chicken and Waffles, was charged with four...

RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WACH) — Three men have been arrested in connection with the shooting death of James W. Smith, III, according to the Richland County Sheriff's Department. Cedric Hollomon, 32, D’Andre Burris, 28, and Gequanta Clea, 26, have all been charged with murder. Authorities say the victim...

LEXINGTON COUNTY, S.C. (WIS) - Authorities said an earthquake was felt in part of the Midlands on Thursday. The United States Geological Survey said a 3.0 magnitude earthquake was detected near Lake Murray in Lexington County just before 12:30 p.m. WIS has received reports of the quake being felt in...

LEXINGTON COUNTY, S.C. (WACH) — Morning travelers can expect delays on Wednesday morning due to a temporary lane closure in Lexington, according to the Lexington Police Department. Authorities say the closure will take place in the eastbound lane of Columbia Avenue near Berly Street and Fox Street from 9...