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Traffic
877 roads added to SCDOT projects in year 7 of its 10-year plan
Local News
New developments in Newberry could also bring more people to town
The town currently has several restaurants, a hotel, and two housing developments in the works.
Crime
Columbia police launch public safety dashboard to track gun violence in city
The Columbia Police Department says the dashboard is a tool to understand gun violence statistics in the city.
Local News
Funeral service honors life and legacy of fallen firefighter James Muller
Fire personnel from more than 75 departments across the U.S. came to Irmo for the procession and funeral to honor fallen firefighter James Michael Muller.
Local News
Lawmakers address priorities in last day of legislative session, ahead of special session to deal with unfinished businesses
Abortion, fentanyl trafficking and boating safety were some topics addressed in the last day of legislative session. Next week, there will be a special session.
Local News
'I like the thought of that': Columbia City Council discusses new parking citation appeals process, alternative towing in budget workshop
Columbia City Council met for a budget workshop on Tuesday to discuss proposed allocation for parking and water management, as well as special event fees.
Local News
Senior Resources providing food and companionship to elderly Midlands residents
Midlands Gives has raised over $3 million for organizations like Senior Resources, which aims to empower Midlands seniors through providing food and companionship.
Local News
'I want to help thousands if possible': Growing Home Southeast serving foster kids, families throughout South Carolina
From affordable housing for adults aging out of foster care to helping with bills for foster parents, Growing Home Southeast aims to secure safe housing for kids.
Traffic
'Malfunction Junction': Expect weekend road closure on I-20/I-26 as part of SCDOT Columbia Crossroads project
SCDOT will temporarily close the exit ramp connecting I-20 westbound at I-26 westbound, an area Midlands residents refer to as "Malfunction Junction."
Local News
Small business owners could soon pay less in property taxes
The proposal is being discussed with both Columbia City Council and Richland County Council.
Health
Maternal mortality rate in South Carolina grows 9.3% in a year
In South Carolina, Black women are 67% more likely to die either during childbirth or due to pregnancy-related complications.
Health
Medicaid changes go into effect April 1, could impact nearly 300,000 people
The South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is reinstating eligibility checks.
Local News
New developments in Newberry could also bring more people to town
The town currently has several restaurants, a hotel, and two housing developments in the works.
Crime
Columbia police launch public safety dashboard to track gun violence in city
The Columbia Police Department says the dashboard is a tool to understand gun violence statistics in the city.
Local News
Funeral service honors life and legacy of fallen firefighter James Muller
Fire personnel from more than 75 departments across the U.S. came to Irmo for the procession and funeral to honor fallen firefighter James Michael Muller.
Local News
Lawmakers address priorities in last day of legislative session, ahead of special session to deal with unfinished businesses
Abortion, fentanyl trafficking and boating safety were some topics addressed in the last day of legislative session. Next week, there will be a special session.
Local News
'I like the thought of that': Columbia City Council discusses new parking citation appeals process, alternative towing in budget workshop
Columbia City Council met for a budget workshop on Tuesday to discuss proposed allocation for parking and water management, as well as special event fees.
Local News
Senior Resources providing food and companionship to elderly Midlands residents
Midlands Gives has raised over $3 million for organizations like Senior Resources, which aims to empower Midlands seniors through providing food and companionship.
Local News
'I want to help thousands if possible': Growing Home Southeast serving foster kids, families throughout South Carolina
From affordable housing for adults aging out of foster care to helping with bills for foster parents, Growing Home Southeast aims to secure safe housing for kids.
Traffic
'Malfunction Junction': Expect weekend road closure on I-20/I-26 as part of SCDOT Columbia Crossroads project
SCDOT will temporarily close the exit ramp connecting I-20 westbound at I-26 westbound, an area Midlands residents refer to as "Malfunction Junction."
Local News
Small business owners could soon pay less in property taxes
The proposal is being discussed with both Columbia City Council and Richland County Council.
Health
Maternal mortality rate in South Carolina grows 9.3% in a year
In South Carolina, Black women are 67% more likely to die either during childbirth or due to pregnancy-related complications.
Health
Medicaid changes go into effect April 1, could impact nearly 300,000 people
The South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is reinstating eligibility checks.
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