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Columbia man sentenced to life for 2023 murder
A Columbia man will spend life in prison for a 2023 murder in Lexington County.
Jobless claims at lowest since 1969
The number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits is at its lowest level since 1969.
Cost of healthcare up to $185K
Staying healthy in retirement may cost more than ever.
25 states sue Trump Administration over FEMA
25 states and D.C. have sued the Trump Administration accusing FEMA and DHS of withholding disaster relief and counterterrorism funding, unless they adopt election changes.
Study: Waymo’s driverless cars crash less than human drivers
Waymo's driverless cars are involved in far fewer crashes compared cars driven by human drivers, according to a new study.
Rep. Ralph Norman files to appear on ballot for special primary
Candidates vying for the Republican nomination for the upcoming Senate election are making it official.
Town of Chapin’s mayor respond to town council no-confidence vote
The Town of Chapin’s mayor says he's not going anywhere following a vote of no-confidence by the Town Council.
There are already more US measles cases this year than in all of 2025
The number of measles cases in the U.S. has surpassed the record-breaking tally for all of 2025, with five more months of 2026 still to come.
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