Measles cases reach over 500 as DPH continues to confirm Upstate connection
The South Carolina Department of Public Health (SCDPH) has confirmed 88 new cases of measles in the state since Friday, Jan. 15, 2026.
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Local Living: Vintage Market Days
Local Living: Vintage Market Days
Richland County deputies searching for man wanted on multiple charges
Richland County deputies are searching for a man wanted on multiple charges.
Fairfield Co. Coroner’s Office identifies person found in Lake Monticello
The Fairfield County Coroner’s Office has identified a person found in the water over the weekend, said officials.
St. Pat's in Five Points announces 2026 lineup
The 2026 lineup for the 44th annual St. Pat’s in Five Points has been announced.
1 injured following stabbing incident at ASGDC
Richland County deputies are investigating a stabbing that left one injured at a detention center, said the sheriff's dept.
USGS: Earthquake reported near Elgin this morning
ELGIN, S.C. (WOLO) - The U.S. Geological Survey reported an earthquake near Elgin this morning. The 2.2 magnitude quake happened around 6:33 a.m. No injuries or damages have been reported.
"King Day at the Dome" draws large crowd, political heavy hitters
"We are a powerful people and the power of the people is greater than the people in power. I don't care what they say from the White House. We are the people and in our generation we shall overcome!" Booker shouts from the podium.
SC State flag celebrating HBCU national title hangs atop State House
There are three flags flying atop the State House on Monday, Jan. 19, 2026.
Local Living: Be the Buffalo Memorial Run
Local Living: Be the Buffalo Memorial Run
Midlands gas prices down 3.5 cents
Gas prices are down slightly in the Midlands.
US Catholic cardinals urge Trump administration to embrace a moral compass in foreign policy
Three U.S. Catholic cardinals urged the Trump administration on Monday to use a moral compass in pursuing its foreign policy, saying U.S. military action in Venezuela, threats of acquiring Greenland and cuts in foreign aid risk bringing vast suffering instead of promoting peace.
Rep. Mace introduces bills to bar felons from working federal & DC government jobs
U.S. Rep. Nancy Mace introduced two bills Monday that would prohibit people convicted of violent crimes from working for the federal and the District of Columbia governments.
Dominion Energy to test sirens for Lake Murray Dam
Dominion Energy will conduct the annual test of its Lake Murray Dam inundation sirens, say officials.
Annual King Day at the Dome at State House
The annual King Day at the Dome is taking place on Martin Luther King Jr Day, Crysty Vaughan has more with Lee Williams who is live at the State House.
No injuries following brush fire
The cause of a brush fire near White Knoll High School over the weekend is under investigation, say officials.
RCSD investigating overnight shooting that injured two juveniles
The Richland County Sheriff’s Department is investigating an overnight shooting that injured two juveniles, said deputies.
Kershaw Co. coroner identifies passenger after two-vehicle collision
The Kershaw County Coroner's Office has released the name of the person who died after a two-vehicle collision, says officials.
Colonial Drive bridge over Smith Branch in Richland County to close for repairs
SCDOT says the Colonial Drive bridge over Smith Branch in Richland County will close for repairs beginning January 26.
SCDOT to close Pine Street bridge over Congaree Creek in Lexington County
The SCDOT says the Pine Street bridge over Congaree Creek in Lexington County will close for repairs beginning January 26.
The current US political climate is spurring a 'reclaim' and rallying on the MLK holiday
As communities across the country on Monday host parades, panels and service projects for the 40th federal observation of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the political climate for some is more fraught with tensions than festive with reflection on the slain Black American civil rights icon's legacy.
Prominent Columbia Bishop dies at 76
Bishop Redfern II presided over the Ecumenical Church and University Worldwide since 1995.
Midlands Snow Forecast: Mostly Cold Rain Sunday, could see more wet roads Monday
Chief Meteorologist John Farley and Meteorologist Tyler Ryan update the snow forecast, it's mostly cold rain.
Will it snow on Sunday? Check out Chief Meteorologist John Farley's weather forecast
ABC Columbia's Chief Meteorologist John Farley provides current weather conditions as cold temperatures bring the possibility of snow and a wintry mix.
Shooting at Winnsboro gas station leads to 4 arrests
On Friday, deputies with the Fairfield County Sheriff's Office say they responded to reports of a shooting at the Pilot Gas Station on State Highway 200.
