Hiring at lowest rate since pandemic
Labor data shows businesses are adding workers at the slowest pace in 15 years, if you don't count the pandemic.
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Average U.S. gas prices hit $4 a gallon
Gas prices are holding steady here in the Midlands at $3.64 a gallon but that is not the case nationwide.
April recognized as Military Child Month
State leaders say April is The Month Of The Military Child, and a time to recognize the unique experiences faced by children of service members.
SC Democrats announces largest ever candidate field
The Democratic Party will be well represented in this year's election cycle.
Man accused of kidnapping teens, taking them into the woods
Deputies in Calhoun County say a man who kidnapped two teens and took them into the woods before he managed to escape was arrested.
"I choose to include" -- 1,500 students attend Unified Rally for Special Olympics SC
Tuesday's "Unified Rally for Special Olympics South Carolina" at the State House brought out over 1,500 students from 32 different schools.
Local Living: SCSM offers 50% off kids admission
Local Living: Spring break at the state museum
SLED investigating Sumter Co. deputy-involved shooting
Sumter County deputies say there was an officer-involved shooting yesterday afternoon.
Columbia Police arrest woman accused of fatally shooting boyfriend
Columbia Police have arrested a woman accused of fatally shooting her boyfriend last week.
Motorcyclist dead following collision on I-20
SC Highway Patrol says a motorcyclist is dead following a collision on I-20 East Sunday.
Sumter Police: 2 charged after gun seen waved on school grounds
Sumter Police say two people are in custody after a man was seen waving a gun in a school's parking lot.
Teen last seen on Friday returned home, Sumter Co. deputies say
Sumter Co. deputies say Spann has returned home.
Infant surrendered in Richland County
Officials with Prisma Health Richland says an infant was safely surrendered under Daniel’s Law on Friday.
Gamecocks head to Final Four after celebrating Elite Eight win over TCU- ABC Columbia Sports is on the road with the team
The Gamecocks topped TCU Monday night in the Women's March Madness Elite Eight, with a final score of 78-52. South Carolina is in Phoenix for the Final Four.
Palmetto Cash 5 Jackpot winner in West Columbia
Lottery players in West Columbia should check their tickets as someone has won the Palmetto Cash 5, say lottery officials.
Local Living: Celebrate local artists, 50% off at SCSM, Columbia Food and Wine Festival, Midlands Gives
Local Living: Events to attend, and ways to give back to the community
ABC Columbia sports on the road with Dawn Staley and the Gamecocks in Sacramento: Live Coverage update
Dawn Staley and South Carolina are set to face TCU Monday in the NCAA Tournament in Sacramento. ABC Columbia Sports is on the road with the team as we join Chaz Frazier and Noah Chast for all the game day coverage live here on ABC Columbia New
Lower Richland High School celebrates 100th birthday with art
Lower Richland High School is celebrating its 100th birthday this year.
Justin Bamberg files for reelection in SC House District 90
State Rep. Justin Bamberg, who has represented South Carolina's House District 90 since 2015, announced his reelection bid.
From Tipperary to SEC: Irish rugby player with no football experience commits to South Carolina
The 20-year-old Irishman who has never played American football committed on Sunday to play at South Carolina as an offensive lineman.
Early giving period for Midlands Gives begins Wednesday
The early giving period for Midlands Gives starts this Wednesday and runs through Monday May 4.
Gas prices continue to inch up at the pump
Bad news at the pump, gas prices are inching near the $4 mark.
SCDOT to start demolishing old US-21 bridge in Lexington County
Monday, March 30, the SC Department of Transportation will start demolishing the old US-21 bridge over I-26 at exit 129 tonight through Wednesday, April 1 in Lexington County.
South Carolina's Dawn Staley says money is driving transfer portal recruiting talks more than ever
Dawn Staley says her conversations with recruits have changed over the past few years, with finances becoming a top point of discussion, especially with players in the transfer portal.
Former Gov. Mark Sanford announces campaign for South Carolina's First Congressional District
Former Governor Mark Sanford has announced his campaign bid for South Carolina's First Congressional District on Monday.
