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Gov. McMaster praises confirmation of Tom Mullikin as SCNR director

Governor Henry McMaster released a statement on the confirmation of Tom Mullikin as the new director of the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources.

South Carolinians encouraged to live a heart smart lifestyle

The South Carolina Department of Public Health (SCDPH) encourages South Carolinians to live a heart smart lifestyle.

Tribal Alliance of South Carolina signing

On Wednesday, Feb. 6, representatives from each of the federally and state recognized tribes of Native Americans were on hand for the signing of the Tribal Alliance of South Carolina.

Pedestrian struck & killed on I-26 East in Newberry Co. Wednesday

South Carolina Highway Patrol says a pedestrian was struck and killed on I-26 East near mile marker 66 Wednesday night.

Blythewood man wins big on 'Wheel of Fortune'

A local Realtor from the Midlands wins big on the 'Wheel of Fortune'

5pts Association releases St. Patty's Day line-up

Five Points Association announced their line up for their annual Saint Patty's Day Festival.

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SC Housing improves access to information with new website

The South Carolina Housing website has been redesigned making it easier for citizens to obtain information resources

Richland County Public Defender’s Office offering residents free legal advice

Richland County residents have a chance for some free legal advice.

SC Democratic Party, Attorney General react to ongoing ICE raids

"To know that they don't have to open the door for ICE unless they have a signed warrant from a judge, and they do have the right to remain silent, and they are not required to answer questions about their immigration status. And don't sign anything without legal representation," says Spain, adding, if you're able to record the ICE raid safely, to do so.

Local Living: Benedict College's Harambee Festival

Local Living: "Jump Start Your Heart", Cola Rosé Shower, Beaver Den Polar Plunge

Local Living: Events in the Midlands to enjoy for February

Capital City Lake Murray Country hosts 2025 Tourism Marketing Summit

Capital City Lake Murray Country hosted its 2025 Tourism Marketing Summit on Wednesday morning.

13 railroad crossing closures to happen in Sumter County

The Sumter County Sheriff’s Office says they have been informed by Southern Commercial Development that there will be 13 railroad crossing closures.

SC House Judiciary Committee advances resolution for term limits in US Congress

A resolution to install congressional term limits moved forward from the South Carolina House Judiciary Committee Tuesday afternoon.

AG Wilson pens statewide letter encouraging sheriffs to work with ICE

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson sent a letter to the state's 46 sheriffs Tuesday, encouraging them to work with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to perform "some" immigration enforcement efforts in their counties.

Harvesting Heritage returns to SC State Museum

As part of Black History Month, South Carolina State Museum is taking its Harvesting Heritage series to the Lowcountry.

Richland Library to celebrate African American history, culture throughout February

Richland Library is celebrating African American history, and culture throughout the month of February, according to a press release.

4 people displaced after Anwood Drive home fire

Four people are displaced following an afternoon fire at a home on Anwood Drive, says Columbia-Richland Fire Department.

Orangeburg County teen reported as missing located safe, say deputies

Deputies with the Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office says Welch has been located safe.

RCSD: Vulnerable adult found safe

The Richland County Sheriff's Department says Jamaal Black has been found safe.

Coroner identifies victim in fatal train vs. truck collision in Columbia

The Richland County Coroner's Office has identified the pickup truck driver that died in a collision with a train Tuesday.

Columbia approves plan to install T2 Cosmo Pay stations on Main Street

Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- The City of Columbia has approved a proposal to install 12 'T2 Cosmo Pay Stations in the heart of the Capital city. The move comes months after the city…

Court hearing held for 20-year-old charged with attempted murder for shooting in Forest Acres

Forest Acres Police say 20-year-old Ty’Quan Kelly was in a domestic dispute around noon on Monday, firing into the victim's car as she and three others left Ravenwood Apartments.