Alan Wilson announces transition staff as his administration prepares to take office
South Carolina Gov.-elect Alan Wilson announced members of his transition staff as his administration prepares to take office in January.
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Sumter Police are searching for missing 19-year-old
Sumter Police are searching for a missing 19-year-old who was last seen at home on Friday, say police.
Christmas tree arrives at SC State House
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas at the State House with the state Christmas tree arriving Monday morning.
Governor-elect Alan Wilson talks transition
Allan Wilson held his first press conference as governor elect Friday morning (November 6) inside Riley's Auto Body Shop in West Columbia.
Sumter man arrested after domestic dispute turns violent, deputies say
A Sumter man was arrested Friday after a domestic dispute reportedly turned violent, say deputies.
Flags lowered at half-staff in honor of late lawmaker
Thursday, Gov. Henry McMaster ordered flags atop the state capitol to be lowered at half-staff in honor of the late lawmaker Alexander Sanders Jr.
2 facing drug charges after deputies execute search warrant
Sumter County deputies have arrested two people after executing a search warrant Tuesday at a Woodlawn Ave. home, says SCSO.
Lee Correctional Institution warden suspended without pay following DUI arrest
The warden of Lee Correctional Institution has been suspended without pay after being arrested and charged with driving under the influence in Sumter County, according to the South Carolina Department of Corrections (SCDC) Director of Communications Chrysti Shain.
Wilson, Andrews come out on top while Johnson, Graham concede defeat
The Palmetto State has officially chosen its next governor and U.S. Senator-- with multiple sources including the Associated Press declaring Alan Wilson and Dr. Annie Andrews winners on Election Night.
SLED investigating Irmo Police officer involved shooting
SLED is investigating an officer involved shooting that occurred on Sunday in Richland County, say law enforcement.
Missing Sumter man with dementia found safe
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says a man with dementia reported missing on Saturday has been found safe.
Nursing assistant arrested, charged with exploitation of a vulnerable adult
A nursing assistant has been arrested and charged with exploitation of a vulnerable adult in Sumter County.
SLED charges former Camden Military Academy Dean with criminal sexual conduct with a minor
SLED is charging the former dean of Camden Military Academy with criminal sexual conduct with a minor, says agents.
New traffic pattern to be implemented on U.S. Route 21 bridge over Congaree Creek
SCDOT will implement a new traffic pattern on the U.S. Route 21 bridges over the Congaree Creek on Monday, November 2.
Farrow Road, Wilson Boulevard traffic to be shifted as SCDOT begins work in area
SCDOT will begin work to relocate Farrow Road and Wilson Boulevard (US-21) as part of the construction of the new interchange at exit 26 in Richland County.
Investigation into Sumter motel fire leads to man’s arrest
Sumter Police say an investigation into a motel fire has led to the arrest of a man.
Sumter Police: Dog dies after being found shot on Monday
Sumter Police say a dog that was found shot in the area of Calhoun and Engleside Streets on Monday has died.
Clarendon County authorities investigate fatal Saturday house fire
Clarendon County authorities are investigating a fatal house fire that happened on Saturday, October 24.
U.S. Senate Democratic Nominee Dr. Annie Andrews calls for data center moratorium
Candidates are now in the final stretch of their campaign tours making their way across the state to speak with potential voters.
Newberry Co. deputies assisting Laurens Co. deputies after body found in Waterloo
Newberry County Sheriff’s Office is assisting the Laurens County Sheriff’s Office and the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) after a body was found, say deputies.
Early voting still available across the state
Early voting is still available across the state and voters continue to cast their ballots.
Clarendon County deputies investigating Gable area shooting
Clarendon County deputies are investigating a shooting that happened in the Gable area, says the sheriff's office.
Gov. McMaster team up with White House official to strengthen cybersecurity protections at rural hospitals
Governor Henry McMaster is teaming up with a White House official to strengthen cybersecurity protections at rural hospitals across the state.
Lawmakers discuss housing solutions aimed at bettering outcomes for affected children
Friday morning, October 23, a handful of state lawmakers came together for a bipartisan discussion on housing solutions aimed at bettering outcomes for affected children.
Clarendon Co. deputies searching for teen last seen Wednesday
Clarendon County deputies are asking for help to locate a missing 14-year-old, say deputies.
SLED investigating security issues affecting City of Columbia services
SLED is investigating security issues that are affecting City of Columbia services, according to city officials.
Sumter Police searching for 55-year-old last seen on Friday
Sumter Police are searching for a 55-year-old last seen on Friday, say police.