LocalThis busy road in Columbia to get a new location of a popular chicken restaurantThe company, known for chicken fingers, seasoned fries and more, has locations in many states. Now a new one is planned in Columbia.Updated April 2, 2026 at 1:17 PM
SC has the most underrated college town in the US, travel report says. Here’s where and whyApril 1, 2026 at 6:00 AM
Where Dawn Staley, Geno Auriemma salaries rank among 2026 women’s Final Four coachesApril 2, 2026 at 7:00 AM
In-state prospect reacts to Gamecocks offer, possible position change in collegeUpdated April 2, 2026 at 12:37 PM
USC, Clemson win fight to keep NIL revenue-sharing contracts, sports split from publicApril 2, 2026 at 5:00 AM
Desk-sized drones and 30‑pound drops at SC prisons. State AG asks Trump for helpUpdated April 1, 2026 at 12:38 PM
Crime & CourtsMan charged in multiple shootings convicted in woman’s murder, SC officials sayUpdated April 2, 2026 at 11:23 AM
Crime & CourtsTwo women were killed in a crash and driver is going to prison, SC sheriff saysUpdated April 2, 2026 at 9:14 AM
Crime & CourtsSC man charged with lottery fraud after trying to cash in off stolen ticketsApril 2, 2026 at 7:47 AM
EducationLexington 2 has a new superintendent. Here’s how much she’ll be paidApril 1, 2026 at 4:52 PM
LocalThese are the worst-rated hotels near Columbia, according to Google reviewsApril 2, 2026 at 6:00 AM
Crime & Courts‘The most traumatizing day of my life:’ family sues SC trooper after traffic stopApril 1, 2026 at 3:37 PM
LocalThis long-awaited coffee shop has opened a location in Columbia’s Five PointsApril 2, 2026 at 5:00 AM
Crime & CourtsLexington County man charged with lottery fraud after stealing tickets, SLED saysApril 1, 2026 at 3:14 PM
South CarolinaIs now a good time to buy an EV in SC after weeks of soaring oil prices? Here’s what we foundApril 2, 2026 at 6:00 AM
South CarolinaBeware of these cute little SC caterpillars this spring. They pack a mean sting.April 2, 2026 at 6:00 AM
Crime & CourtsDrug dealer goes to prison after fatal overdose, South Carolina prosecutor saysApril 1, 2026 at 1:39 PM
South CarolinaSC among worst states to raise a family in 2026. Here’s where it ranks and whyApril 2, 2026 at 6:00 AM
LocalFacing mounting legal fees, Columbia pays $5M to settle car wash lawsuitUpdated April 2, 2026 at 10:59 AM
Crime & CourtsFrom SC to China: Little turtles at center of alleged international crimeUpdated April 2, 2026 at 9:14 AM
Crime & CourtsFree parking coming to Columbia for a limited time only. Here’s when and whyApril 1, 2026 at 12:50 PM
Crime & CourtsDesk-sized drones and 30‑pound drops at SC prisons. State AG asks Trump for helpUpdated April 1, 2026 at 12:38 PM
Crime & CourtsTwo teenagers arrested after man shot in Richland County, SC sheriff saysUpdated April 1, 2026 at 11:24 AM
Crime & CourtsSpeeding driver was swiping through Tinder before deadly crash, SC official saysApril 1, 2026 at 10:37 AM
LocalThis fashionable new store is planned for Columbiana Centre mall. What we knowApril 1, 2026 at 10:10 AM
LocalNew Lake Murray park opens summer hours. But is it ready for visitor traffic?April 1, 2026 at 10:06 AM
Politics & GovernmentPristine coastal land would be saved under $32M deal. But budget issues remain in SCUpdated April 1, 2026 at 9:24 AM
South CarolinaSC cracked down on ‘We Buy Houses’ businesses, but they persist. Here’s what to knowUpdated April 1, 2026 at 8:18 AM
TrafficAll lanes on bridge exiting Columbia blocked by crash, SC officials sayUpdated April 1, 2026 at 7:30 AM