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RCSD: Former deputy arrested on domestic violence charges

A deputy has been terminated after his arrest for domestic violence charges, according to RCSD.

Santee Cooper tower collapses

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- Officials with Santee Cooper confirm that one of the company's towers collapsed into the Congaree River. Officials say it is not affecting power distribution. A spokesperson for the Congaree Riverkeeper says the tower is just downstream of…

President Biden to survey damage caused by Helene in the Carolinas

President Joe Biden is making stops in the Carolinas to survey the impact of Helene on both states, according to the White House.

WATCH: SC Gov. holds another briefing on Helene recovery response

Gov. Henry McMaster holds another media briefing Tuesday afternoon to provide more updates on the state's response to the impacts of Helene.

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.

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.