Columbia SC

KERSHAW COUNTY, S.C. (WACH) — Several men have been arrested after a search warrant at a Midlands home. On January 14, the Kershaw County Sheriff’s Office, the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED), and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) executed a search warrant at a home at 2588 Fort Jackson...

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)– Columbia PD officers have charged an 18-year-old in connection with the Wednesday shooting at Spring Lake Apts. near Garners Ferry Road, say officers. Police believe there was an altercation between Darius White and the male victim just before the shooting happened on Wednesday, Jan. 14. White...

A national store known for tools and more is eyeing a location along a busy roadway in Lexington. Harbor Freight, which has stores across the U.S., is planning a location at 732 W. Main St., according to the town of Lexington’s most recent planning and zoning action report . Proposed plans for the Harbor Freight are...

The former director of the Youth Challenge Program at the home of the South Carolina National Guard , has been arrested for assaulting a cadet. The state Office of the Inspector notified the Richland County Sheriff’s Department on Oct. 9, 2025, of a complaint against the McCrady Training Center for assault of a...

ISLE OF PALMS, S.C. (WCBD) – The Isle of Palms Police Department is the first SC law enforcement agency to receive sensory-inclusive certification from KultureCity. The IOPPD is making strides in law enforcement by completing a training and certification process to prepare first responders to assist individuals with...

Columbia, S.C. (January 15, 2026) – William B. Dukes, of Lexington County, was named Vice-Chairman of the South Carolina Department of Transportation Commission at the Commission’s January 15, 2026 meeting in Columbia. “I’m truly honored to continue in this leadership role with the SCDOT Commission,” said Dukes....

We've completed the first week of the 2026 legislative session. That leaves 17 more weeks of session before sine die adjournment for the year. This is the The State House Gavel, your daily reporter notebook by Maayan Schechter and Gavin Jackson that previews and captures what goes on at the South Carolina Statehouse.

COLUMBIA, S.C. — Columbia Animal Services is offering a one-day opportunity for residents to adopt a pet at no cost. The shelter announced it will waive adoption fees for all pets all day Friday, Jan. 16, as part of a “Free Adoption Friday” event. Officials say the...

The 16th annual Mardi Gras Columbia Festival features 19 local bands across three stages, plus a parade, food vendors, and craft beer.

FOREST ACRES, S.C. — Construction on both a Kroger grocery store and new apartments at the former Richland Mall site is expected to begin this summer, according to city officials. At Tuesday’s Forest Acres City Council meeting, City Administrator Shaun Greenwood announced that bids have gone out to contractors...