SCDEW reports an increase in the number of people filing first time unemployment insurance claims last week.
Leaders from South Carolina react to Russian attack on Ukraine
President Joe Biden has announced a new round of sanctions targeting Russia after its invasion of Ukraine, charging that Russia’s Vladimir Putin “chose this war” and his country will bear the consequences.
Officials say an ultralight aircraft crashed at the Holly Hill Airport in Orangeburg County today. Authorities say the pilot was airlifted to the hospital.
The House budget includes a $4,000 raise for teachers, a 3% raise for state employees and extra pay for law enforcement officers. It also includes a $600 million income tax cut and $1 billion on roads from accelerating the widening of clogged interstates to repaving and improving safety on rural highways.
According to Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott, a man has been arrested in connection with a fatal shooting that took place outside a night club in Columbia earlier this month.
Ukraine is in state of emergency with dozens of explosions overnight in the capital city. This comes as Russian President Vladimir Putin launched a full-scale invasion, calling it a “special operation.” Officials say at least 40 Ukranian soldiers and a number of civilians have been killed so far.
Eight new homes across six counties will soon be ready for several South Carolina families.
Mortgage rates are on the rise, but the housing market isn’t slowing down. A North Carolina realtor posted a video this week on social media that’s going viral, showing just how competitive buyers have to be to get the home they want.
The protesters say they’re calling on President Biden to enforce severe sanctions against the Kremlin.
