Truckers protest at SC State House
Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026, at the State House dozens of semi-trucks sounded their horns in protest.
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Columbia man sentenced in connection with Lexington Co. murder
A 27-year-old Columbia man was sentenced to 54 years in prison following his conviction in Lexington County for murder and attempted murder, say officials.
Dominion Energy prepares for possible mix of Winter weather
Officials with Dominion Energy say they are prepared for whatever weather this weekend brings.
Gov. McMaster declares state of emergency ahead of possible Winter storm
Governor Henry McMaster has issued Executive Order 2026-02 declaring a State of Emergency in preparation for a possible Winter storm, say officials.
Venezuelan nationals convicted in ATM jackpotting scheme to be deported
SCDOJ officials say two men who were convicted of conspiracy and computer crimes in an ATM Jackpotting scheme are being deported.
DHS increasing self-deportation stipend from $1,000 to $2,600
The Department of Homeland Security announced on Wednesday that it is increasing its stipend for those who are in the United States illegally and self-deport by $1,600.
Fairfield County School District releases statement after middle school placed on hold
Fairfield County School District has released a statement after a middle school was placed on hold today, say district officials
Gov. McMaster appoints new chairman of the SC State Election Commission
On Wednesday, Jan. 21, Governor Henry McMaster appointed Columbia attorney Robert Bolchoz as the next Chairman of the South Carolina State Election Commission (SEC).
Lexington PD: 16-year-old last seen leaving home found safe
Lexington PD searching for 16-year-old reported as a runaway, say police.
Crime Stoppers sees rise in anonymous tips; looks to expand in SC
January is Crime Stoppers Awareness Month, and the organization said they’re experiencing an increase in anonymous tips.
