America's animal shelters are overcrowded with pets from families facing economic and housing woes
Around the country, shelters and advocates are working to reduce intakes and encourage more adoptions.
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McDonald's will soon include Squishmallows as Happy Meal toys
Starting next week parents will be able to get their children one of the most in demand toys this holiday season at McDonald's.
Santa and Mrs. Claus visit newborn babies at Prisma Health Baptist Hospital
Friday morning, Mr. and Mrs. Claus made a special visit to Prisma Health Baptist Hospital to visit newborn babies in their Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.
South Carolina unemployment rate increased slightly in November
South Carolina’s unemployment rate increased slightly from October to November.
Prices fell last month for the first time since April 2020
New numbers from the commerce department have some hoping the days of high inflation may be nearing an end.
FTC unveils plan to protect kids' privacy online
The Federal Trade Commission has unveiled a new plan to improve children’s privacy and protection online.
Local Living: State museum hosting Santa Saturday
Local Living: A look at events in the Midlands
Nike announces cost-cutting plan, potential layoffs
Nike announced it is looking for as much as $2 billion in cost savings over the next three years.
ABC Columbia partnering with the American Red Cross for blood drive in the New Year
You can roll up your sleeves and help save lives in the Midlands in the new year.
Coroner: Father, daughter died of hypothermia
Calhoun Co. Coroner Donnie Porth tells ABC Columbia News the autopsies were inconclusive but that he believes the man and the child died from hypothermia due to exposure to the elements.
CRFD: House fire displaces 5 before holidays
Five people are displaced after a house fire on Thursday night, said CRFD.
South Carolina Attorney General joins $10 million multi-state settlement with Robinhood
Attorney General Alan Wilson announced that South Carolina has joined a multi-state settlement with Robinhood Financial LLC. on Thursday.
Columbia Parking Services offering complimentary parking for the holidays
The City of Columbia Parking Services has announced complimentary parking for the upcoming holidays.
Military Matters: Football player commits to Air Force
In this week's Military Matters, ABC Columbia’s Doug Currin has a Midlands Military Matters story that will introduce a young man who leans on his faith and skills to succeed in life.
SC receives D- for gun safety laws
South Carolina is not making the grade when it comes to preventing gun violence.
1st time unemployment claims inched higher last week
More people in the U.S. are applying for first time unemployment benefits.
Coroner: Autopsy confirms no foul play in death of transgender woman
The body of Shandon Floyd was found in November on Two Notch Rd.
Newberry officers ask residents to be patient of traffic as portions of bridge travel through area
Officers with the Newberry Police Department are asking residents to be patient as portions of the Boundary Street Bridge will be transported through Newberry after noon today.
2.2 magnitude earthquake confirmed in the Midlands
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Pedestrian dead after collision on Orangeburg highway
A pedestrian is dead after a collision on an Orangeburg highway, said state troopers.
RCSD gives tip for ways to prevent package theft
The Richland County Sheriff’s Department has some tips to prevent package theft.
I-20 bridge remains closed heading into holiday weekend
The Department of Transportation says crews have been working around the clock since Thursday to repair the structure underneath the bridge.
SCDMV warns residents of scammers during holiday season
With the holidays approaching, the Department of Motor Vehicles is warning people to be on the lookout for scam artists.
Need last-minute gifts? Presidential hopefuls offer ornaments, gift wrap — and Trump mug shot merch
As the campaign for the White House kicks into full gear, the contenders are offering an onslaught of holiday-themed merchandise, many of which capture some of the surreal aspects of the 2024 race.
Driver dies in early morning wreck on US-178 in Orangeburg
Highway Patrol says a driver is dead after their vehicle overturned in a wreck on US-178 in Orangeburg this morning.
