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National gas prices drop while South Carolina sees a slight rise amid storm preparations

The average price of gas in South Carolina rose in the past week, as the Lowcountry prepared for potential effects caused by now tropical storm Imelda.

Federal rule limits SC commercial driver’s licenses to lawful non-citizens

The South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles (SCDMV) will only issue commercial driver’s licenses or commercial learner’s permits to U.S. citizens or “green card” permanent residents due to a federal ruling.

USGS confirms earthquake in South Carolina

The United States Geological Survey has confirmed that an earthquake happened in South Carolina, according to the SC Emergency Management Division.

Man behind bars in Lee County, accused of fatal shooting

In Lee County a man is behind bars in connection with a fatal shooting.

RCSD: Man accused of shooting another man on Harmon Road arrested

Richland County deputies have arrested a man accused in a shooting last week.

Whitmire school placed on Secure Alert Status after early morning fight in area

Newberry County Sheriff's Office says an early morning fight with shots fired caused a school to go on Secure Alert Status.

Man arrested for Forest Walker Court murder Sunday, victim identified

Richland County deputies have arrested a man for a fatal shooting at Forest Walker Court early Sunday morning.

Deadly shooting in North Carolina was ‘highly premeditated’ and location was ‘targeted’

A mass shooting that shattered the evening tranquility of a picturesque, seaside town in North Carolina was a “highly premeditated” attack that left three people dead and five injured, police said Sunday.

SC Governor Henry McMaster and emergency officials update storm preps

Columbia, SC (WOLO)— South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster along with Team South Carolina held a media briefing to provide an update on the potential impacts of the approaching Tropical Depression. Watch on our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1FBhtWsJPf/?mibextid=wwXIfr The governor says state…

Tips on how to prepare for Hurricane season

While the storm's impact on the Midlands is still unknown, it is never too early to be prepared.

ABC Columbia tracking weather for potential tropical impacts

ABC Columbia's Chief Meteorologist John Farley is tracking the weather as everything developments due to potential tropical impacts.

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SC Attorney General announces grants for victims' advocate groups

Friday, September 26, the SC Attorney General Alan Wilson announced help is on the way for victims of crime in the Midlands and the Pee Dee.

SC Master Trooper released from hospital after being hit by driver during traffic stop

The South Carolina Department of Public Safety released a video of Master Trooper Wayne LaBounty being released from the hospital after he was hit by a driver during a traffic stop on September 9.

Governor Henry McMaster declares State of Emergency for South Carolina

On Friday, Governor Henry McMaster has declared a State of Emergency in preparation for the potential impacts of Tropical Disturbance 94L.

Fairfield County deputies arrest man on burglary charges

Fairfield County deputies have arrested a man on burglary charges.

Lexington County woman arrested on child sexual abuse material charges

A Lexington County woman has been arrested on child sexual abuse material charges.

Former state lawmaker to enter guilty plea in child sexual abuse material investigation

Friday the US Attorney's Office announced Lexington County Republican RJ may will enter his plea at a hearing Monday in Columbia.

Deputies investigating possible threat at Midlands school

Investigators with the Newberry Co. Sheriff's Office say the Newberry School District requested an investigation into a potential threat against Whitmire Community School.