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Columbia SC News Today | 2 Min | The Local Wire

Columbia SC News Today | 2 Min | The Local Wire

by The Local Wire

Columbia: Murdaugh saga reignites with new developments in Columbia's true crime case | June 22

Columbia, South Carolina — The Local Wire update covers new developments in the Murdaugh family investigation, rising gas prices in the region, and the crowning of Miss South Carolina’s Teen 2026, Logan Wells. The episode also includes lottery results and weather forecasts for the area.

Columbia: Miss Charleston crowned Miss South Carolina 2026 | June 21

Columbia's Local Wire update covers Miss South Carolina 2026 winner Lindsay Jones from Charleston and Miss South Carolina’s Teen 2026 Logan Wells from Columbia, plus the South Carolina Lottery's $1.5 million Powerball jackpot won in Greenville.

Columbia: Local news roundup for June 20, 2026. | June 20

Columbia's Local Wire update covers a $1 million federal grant for regional transportation study, the new Small Business Relief Act cutting property taxes, and South Carolina athletes competing in the Special Olympics USA Games in Minnesota. The University of South Carolina also approved tuition freeze, dorm expansion, and a new civil rights center.

Columbia: Shooter on the run after mass shooting shuts down Columbia bar | June 19

Columbia, South Carolina — Law enforcement investigates a mass shooting at a downtown bar linked to gangs and drugs, while heavy rain and flooding warnings persist. A new report also highlights alarming LGBTQ+ safety trends in South Carolina, and an 87-year-old local businessman announces no plans to retire.

Columbia: Columbia adds naloxone vending machine for overdose prevention | June 18

Columbia's new naloxone vending machine aims to combat opioid overdoses, while South Carolina voters get a breakdown of GOP candidates in the agricultural runoff election. GREEN Charter School Midlands is closing, and WNBA star A’ja Wilson becomes the face of Wheaties cereal.

Columbia: Traffic crash blocks I-77 near Percival Road | June 17

Columbia: I-77 near Percival Road is closed after a multi-vehicle crash, and the South Carolina National Guard warns of increased noise from training exercises. A South Carolina football player faces indefinite suspension following a recent arrest, while residents are invited to a liquor liability forum hosted by The Post and Courier.

Columbia: Shooting at Columbia bar leaves 1 dead, multiple injured | June 16

Columbia, SC — Law enforcement investigates a fatal shooting at a Riverfront bar and grill, while a tropical wave in the Gulf of Mexico raises storm concerns. Early voting starts for South Carolina’s primary runoff elections, and lawmakers debate the state’s rural teacher recruitment program.

Columbia: Shooting at SC business leaves one dead, authorities confirm | June 15

Columbia: A violent shooting at a business in South Carolina left one dead and several injured, with another fatal shooting at the Jerk Hut in Irmo. The 2026 South Carolina Legislative Session concluded with new funding for public transportation and expanded mental health services.

Columbia: Firearm incident leaves two injured at Haywood Mall | June 14

Columbia, South Carolina — Law enforcement confirmed two shootings at Haywood Mall and multiple suspects are in custody, while traffic on I-20 West improved after a major crash. The Local Wire also covered Miss SC 101 competition kickoff, Kevin Schnall’s first statement as Gamecocks baseball coach, and Powerball results for June 13.

Columbia: Teen killed in officer-involved shooting in northeast Columbia | June 13

Columbia police are investigating a fatal officer-involved shooting in northeast Columbia after a teen was killed early Monday, while five suspects were arrested in a violent shooting in the Summit area. Voters in the SC Midlands will cast ballots in a GOP runoff race for state office, and city officials are considering policy changes due to rising liquor liability costs.

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