2nd teen arrested for murder of 16-year-old, say deputies
A second teen has been arrested in connection to the death of a 16-year-old, says Sumter County deputies.
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SCDOT to shift traffic, permanently close I-26 on-ramps at Bush River Road
The South Carolina Department of Transportation will permanently close the I-26 on-ramps at Bush River Road starting October 1, at 9 p.m.
Burning ban issued for 20 counties in SC
The South Carolina Forestry Commission has issued a state forester’s burning ban for 20 counties.
Death toll in South Carolina rises to 33 after Hurricane Helene
The death toll in South Carolina after Hurricane Helene passed through the southeast has risen to 33 Tuesday morning, according to the Department of Public Safety.
Hunting temporarily closed in multiple areas of SC due to Helene impacts
The widespread effects of Hurricane Helene have led South Carolina to temporarily close hunting within several river systems so as to protect the wildlife being impacted by the flooding.
SC 2024 General Election Guide: Registration deadlines & when to vote early
Deadlines are just around the corner for the 2024 General Election on November 5.
One SC Fund takes donations toward statewide Helene relief
Those who want to support South Carolina in the wake of Hurricane Helene can now send a financial donation to the One SC Fund.
Richland Co. K-9 officer gets retirement party after being shot
The Richland County Sheriff's Department holds a special send off for one of the K9 officers after he was shot in March
Senator Tim Scott urges port workers to delay potential strike
South Carolina Senator tim scott is weighing in on the Port Workers threatening to walk off the job.
CRFD: Firefighters extinguish fire at Dollar Tree
Firefighters worked to extinguish a weekend fire at a Dollar Tree, said officials.
FEMA approves SC emergency declaration
Officials with the Federal Emergency Management Agency say disaster assistance is available in South Carolina to aid in the recovery effort following Hurricane Helene.
Gas prices up 12 cents in past week
Gas prices in South Carolina are significantly higher this week.
Harvest hope urgently looking for volunteers
Harvest Hope is asking the for communities help for the aftermath of Hurricane Helene.
Columbia-Richland Firefighters find smoke coming from home, extinguish fire
Columbia-Richland Firefighters quickly handled a house fire on S. Ott Road this afternoon, according to the department.
Local Living: State Museum's college night, Cayce Fall Fest, Isabel Law Breast Cancer Breakfast, R&B legends Tamia and Joe
Local Living: Events to check out in the Midlands.
WATCH: SC Gov. held press conference with update after Hurricane Helene
Gov. Henry McMaster held a media briefing Monday afternoon to provide an update on the state's response to Helene impacts.
SC works to replace SNAP benefits affected by Hurricane Helene
The impact of Hurricane Helene reportedly left SNAP recipients throughout South Carolina questioning the potential replacement of their SNAP benefits.
School closings/openings due to effects of Hurricane Helene
All schools and offices will be closed, and all extracurricular activities are canceled.
Columbia Mayor, City leaders and Dominion Energy update storm recovery efforts: Live update
Here's a Live update with ABC Columbia's Crysty Vaughan and Alex Tejada as city officials wrap up briefing on storm recovery efforts
Libraries in the Midlands open to the public during power outages across the Midlands
Libraries in the Midlands are offering resources to the public as people deal with continued power outages in the Midlands.
WATCH: Mayor Rickenmann, Dominion SC Officials hold press conference regarding Hurricane Helene recovery
Mayor Daniel Rickenmann and Dominion Energy SC Officials hold a press conference to update the public on recovery efforts.
Districts offering free food pick up for students as SC continues to recover after Hurricane Helene
Several school districts are offering free food pick up for students as schools continue to be closed after Hurricane Helene
President Biden approves disaster declaration in SC
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- Officials with the Federal Emergency Management Agency say federal disaster assistance is available to South Carolina to aid in the recovery effort following Hurricane Helene. In the Midlands, this funding applies individuals in to Lexington, Newberry, and…
Citizens encouraged to stay out of and away from Congaree and Broad River on Monday
According to the National Weather Service the Congaree at Columbia is now forecast to reach major flood stage late Sunday night (September 29th) and crest at 31.0 feet early Monday afternoon. This crest is near the 2015 value of 31.8 feet. This is likely to affect levels on the Broad River as well.
Two Saluda County Firefighters killed while responding to Hurricane Helene
According to Saluda County Fire Service, 53-year-old Chief Chad Satcher, and 18-year-old Firefighter Landon Bodie were killed on Friday morning when a tree fell on their Fire Apparatus while responding to a reported structure fire.
