A late-night fire displaced families at Creekside Apartments. Fire officials and community leaders responded with support and safety guidance ahead of Christmas.

New filings reveal Richland County’s push to escape civil rights liability—while closed-door actions spark questions about transparency and accountability.

A new federal filing accuses Richland County of repeating unconstitutional tactics to block Word of God’s mall project. The stakes are rising.

Richland County files a frivolous motion to dismiss Word of God CDC’s Dutch Square Mall lawsuit, dodging accountability and community progress.

New Silk Strip Club opens quietly on Broad River Rd, reigniting community outrage over safety, zoning failures, and county inaction.

Black male leaders at Bible Way’s Youth Center inspire boys with lessons on vision, discipline, and resilience at the Generation Now panel.

New Richland One Superintendent Todd Walker unveils 90-Day Plan at C.A. Johnson, focusing on unity, trust, and lasting district success.

Sen. Tameika Devine’s Pathways to Possibilities event connects returning citizens in Columbia with jobs, expungements & fresh starts.

B&G Landscaping, a Black-owned firm, fights back against what some call a racially and politically motivated attack in Richland One.

Richland County’s budget choices spotlight rising taxes, police spending, and a missed chance to invest in struggling communities.

Core Spaces’ Columbia project sparks outrage over age discrimination, gentrification, and the city’s betrayal of housing justice and civil rights.

Former SC Democratic Party chairs exposed for suppressing Black leadership at Richland County Convention. Truth, power, and receipts.

Richland One's School Board meeting erupts over early childhood education, exposing deep divisions on the future of the ELC

Columbia's final Black History Parade & Festival honored culture, unity, and advocacy, led by civil rights icon Oveta Glover.

Broad River Road faces a driving crisis amid construction. Urgent action is needed to prevent accidents and ensure safer roads.

Explore the disparities in outrage and accountability within Columbia's Examine systemic neglect, juvenile crime, and misplaced priorities.

Explore the highlights of the South Carolina Legislative Black Caucus Annual Retreat, Annie E. McDaniel incoming chair.

Hamilton R. Grant is sworn into South Carolina's House District 79, becoming the fourth African American to hold this seat.

Discover the unfolding scandal within Richland One School District, where allegations of nepotism, misconduct, and a lack of accountability.

Uncover the brewing tensions within Richland County School District One as Superintendent Ellen Weaver obstructs progress