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Two teens and an adult arrested in Richland County fight, shooting
RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. — Two teens and an adult have been arrested in connection with a shooting that arose from an alleged water gun fight in Richland County. The Richland County Sheriff's Department announced on Friday that it had arrested two 16-year-olds on June 24 following a shooting in the 100 block of Bombing Range Road in mid-June. An adult, 21-year-old Kiante Siller, was arrested on Tuesday.
SC Emergency Management granted $2.4M for support of Savannah River Site
CINCINNATI — South Carolina Emergency Management Division (SCEMD) has been awarded $2.4 million by the US Department of Energy (DOE) to fund emergency preparedness within the state as it relates to the DOE and Savannah River Site (SRS). The funding will help SCEMD support emergency management activities surrounding SRS,...
Why was there a military vehicle on the side of I-77 in Columbia? Here's the answer
COLUMBIA, S.C. — If you were wondering why a large military vehicle was on the side of Interstate 77 near Columbia this week, there's an answer. People called News19 Thursday morning to say they saw the tank-like vehicle on the side of the highway near Exit 2 on top of a flatbed trailer.
Richland County to hold public meeting on new 'Penny Tax'
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Richland County Council wants to hear from you regarding a proposed Transportation Sales Tax, or "Penny Tax," referendum. If passed, the referendum would authorize a 1% transportation sales and use tax. The last time Richland County Council passed a Penny Tax was in 2012. Since then,...
Suspect in Garners Ferry Road apartment shooting arrested, charged with murder
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Columbia Police have arrested in connection with a deadly apartment shooting in Columbia on Thursday evening. According to a statement released on Friday, 50-year-old Pedro Leon-Rodriguez was charged with murder and possession of a weapon during a violent crime following a shooting that happened at Garners Crossing Apartments in the 7600 block of Garners Ferry Road.
How to prevent the summer learning slide
COLUMBIA, S.C. — As students enjoy their summer vacation, some caregivers are concerned about the “Summer Slide” -- when children’s learning falls backward during the months they are not in school. When children aren’t actively learning, they run the risk of losing a portion of what...
64-year-old woman reported missing in Orangeburg County
ORANGEBURG COUNTY, S.C. — The Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office is asking for assistance locating a missing 64-year-old woman who was last reported to have been seen near North. Carmen Thomas allegedly left her home in the 2500 block of Bull Swamp Road (SC-172) after becoming upset on Tuesday, July...
Police in Alabama search for missing teen Misty Lang
DECATUR, Ala. — Decatur Police Department is asking for the public’s help in finding a missing 14-year-old runaway girl. Misty Lang was last seen at Point Mallard on July 4, 2024. She is 5 feet tall, weighs about 130 pounds, and has red hair and green eyes. She was last seen wearing a pink tie-dye shirt and blue jeans.
Ghost Town: A look back at the Old West town in the sky
MAGGIE VALLEY, N.C. — With the summer travel season here, many of will be heading to the beach or the mountains or some other family friendly destination. But years ago, that destination for many families was Ghost Town in Maggie Valley, NC. Many people in the region made the...
One dead after shooting in southeast Columbia on July 4th
COLUMBIA, S.C. — A man is dead after a shooting in southeast Columbia on Thursday evening, according to Columbia Police. Police say the shooting happened around 8 p.m. Thursday at Garners Crossing Apartments on Garners Ferry Road. Authorities say one person is being detained but is not under arrest.
Winnsboro secures $2 million for downtown revitalization: Major changes ahead
WINNSBORO, S.C. — Winnsboro is moving closer to implementing significant changes to its downtown area, a project years in the making. On Thursday, town officials shared an update on downtown revitalization plans, which include $1 million in state funds, and the reservation of Thespian Hall, which will get another $1 million from next year's state budget.
Chapin water restored after July 4 main break, boil advisory issued
CHAPIN, S.C. — The water is back on in Chapin, hours after a broken water main caused some people to wake up without water on the July 4 holiday. The break occurred early Thursday morning, and service was restored later in the afternoon. As a precaution, a boil water advisory is in effect for the entire Chapin water system, meaning people should boil their water for one minute before drinking or cooking.
Shaw Industries to lay off 200+ employees in Irmo amid plant transition
IRMO, S.C. — One of the Columbia area's manufacturing facilities has announced it will lay off approximately two-thirds of its workforce in the next 60 days as the company transitions production to another site in South Carolina. The move by Shaw Industries, at 4401 St. Andrews Rd. in Irmo, will affect 203 employees.
Water main break in Chapin repaired, boil water advisory still in effect
CHAPIN, S.C. — A water main break in Chapin has been repaired, hours after residents woke up Thursday morning without a drop to drink. The town told News19 late Thursday afternoon the line had been repaired after hours of work. The 12 inch main line on Bear Creek Road off Amicks Ferry Road broke sometime overnight.
Chief Chris Cowan leaves Cayce PD for new role at USC’s law school
CAYCE, S.C. — The City of Cayce announced Wednesday that after nearly three years of leading the department, Police Chief Chris Cowan will be stepping down later this month to join the staff at the University of South Carolina’s Joseph F. Rice School of Law. Cowan said he's...
Record 60.6 million hit the road for Independence Day: AAA warns of heavy traffic
COLUMBIA, S.C. — As the nation gears up for Independence Day, many Americans are hitting the road or taking to the skies to reach their holiday destinations. AAA forecasts that travel numbers will reach unprecedented levels this year, with an estimated 3.5 million more travelers than last year. "The...
From Roads to Skies: Insights into July 4th travel trends
COLUMBIA, S.C. — As the nation gears up for Independence Day, many Americans are hitting the road or taking to the skies to reach their holiday destinations. This year, AAA forecasts that travel numbers will reach unprecedented levels, with an estimated 3.5 million more travelers compared to last year.
Sheriff: Man shot to death at hotel in Clarendon County, woman in custody
CLARENDON COUNTY, S.C. — Clarendon County deputies have taken into custody a woman in connection with the death of a man who they said was shot and killed at a local motel. Investigators said that on Wednesday night, they got a call of a shooting at the Quality Inn on Paxville Highway near Manning, which is just off Interstate 95. When they arrived, they said they found a man with an apparent gunshot wound lying on the upper part of the second-floor stairwell. The coroner's office declared the victim, identified as 28-year-old Abram Bernardo Walker Jr., dead at the scene.
Governor calls for no more earmarks, signs judicial reform
COLUMBIA, S.C. — At a press conference on Wednesday, South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster took the next steps on several pieces of legislation lawmakers have picked up since the session ended in May, including the Judicial Reform bill and this year's budget. The governor vetoed several items in the...
Supporters say 'penny tax’ return could help transform Orangeburg County: New courthouse, roads, and more
ORANGEBURG COUNTY, S.C. — Orangeburg County is looking at bringing back the "penny tax." Supporters argue that the penny tax could help the county build its new courthouse, replace roads, build an urgent care facility in Santee, and renovate the town's Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) building.
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