Local
LatestFormer NFL players invest in Columbia’s youth
by Hailey Cunningham | Mar 18, 2026
Years after his NFL career ended, a former linebacker is back on the field — this time coaching youth flag football.
Business
SC’s popular hemp products everyone’s scared to talk about
by Julia Moulton | Mar 20, 2026
Local users and sellers are hesitant to associate with this popular product as lawmakers discuss it.
Lifestyle
LatestColumbia’s local coffee culture
by Olivia Helfen | Mar 19, 2026
Locally owned coffee shops are often a third space for students and residents, where regulars can find a sense of community.
Trending
A woman’s best PAAL offers purpose, partnership
by Katie Cannon | Feb 23, 2026
As soon as the vest goes on, Sammie never takes her eyes off Kaylyn.
Special Reports
LatestResidents know trains are annoying. But how dangerous are they?
by CJ Leathers | Mar 18, 2026
People are coping as best they can, knowing what they know. It's what they don't know that scares some people.
USC
LatestStudents turn to AI as universities navigate academic integrity concerns
by Duncan Greer | Mar 19, 2026
Questions surrounding academic integrity, classroom policies and responsible use continue to reshape the college learning experience.
Photo Galleries
With rides, doughnut hamburgers and animals galore, the SC State Fair beckons
by Hardy Smothers | Oct 24, 2025
South Carolina's State Fair brings residents together with fun rides, unique foods and entertaining games.
Sports
LatestGamecock Baseball Plays in Weather-Delayed Salute the Troops Tournament
by Staff | Mar 9, 2026
Navy’s Henry Mitchell, left, and Tyler Cripe race to second base to get USC infielder...
People
Latest‘I’m thankful’: Columbia pastor recounts being in Jerusalem during strikes
by Hailey Cunningham | Mar 13, 2026
A Columbia pastor, his wife and 30 other pastors and their wives got stuck in Israel during the Iranian airstrikes. They had 90 seconds to shelter after each alert.
