Inmate convicted in Lee Co. prison riot
Officials with the SC Department of Corrections say Larry Wright was found guilty Thursday for his role in the deadliest prison riot in South Carolina history.
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Soldier stationed at Shaw Air Force Base dies overseas
A service member stationed at Shaw Air Force Base has died overseas.
AG Wilson announces grants for crime victims
Wednesday morning (September 23) Attorney General Alan Wilson met alongside advocates from across the state to announce this year's grant funding for victims' services groups.
Gov. McMaster held annual military briefing at Pastides Alumni Center
Governor Henry McMaster held his annual military briefing at the Pastides Alumni Center Wednesday morning, September 23.
Aldi plans to lower prices this fall
Aldi is lowering prices on about a third of its products that it regularly stocks.
USPS 2026 holiday shipping dates
If you plan to ship packages this holiday season there are some deadlines.
Heating costs could rise this year
Americans could pay an average of 8.7% more to heat their homes this winter, according to new projections from the National Energy Assistance Directors Association.
Claims for unemployment benefits drop to 197,000, the lowest since mid-July as layoffs remain rare
Fewer people applied for U.S. unemployment benefits last week, as U.S. jobless claims remain at historically low levels and most Americans enjoy job security.
8 sailors in USS Lincoln group attempted suicide on extended deployment, Navy leader says
Eight sailors attempted suicide while deployed with the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier strike group, which spent a record-setting uninterrupted time at sea supporting the Iran war, the Navy's top civilian leader said this week.
US stocks slip after the bond market keeps up the pressure and oil prices rise
Pressure continues to bear down on Wall Street from the bond market, keeping U.S. stocks in check on Thursday following what had been a strong rally.
Reporters are still blocked from the White House after judge's order to restore their access
A federal judge temporarily blocked President Donald Trump’s ban of three news outlets from the White House, ordering early Thursday that CNN, MS NOW and Politico must have their access restored.
Crews respond to fire at Midlands Elementary School
A spokesperson for the Columbia-Richland Fire Department says crews responded to a local elementary school this morning.
Longtime advocate for SC's LGBTQ+ community passes away
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) — The woman known as the Mother of South Carolina Pride, Mama Harriet, has died. Wednesday night, the Harriet Hancock Center announced the passing…
Dolly Parton's estate granted temporary restraining order against singer's nephew
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — A Tennessee judge granted Dolly Parton’s estate a temporary restraining order Wednesday against the late singer’s…
WWII Veteran celebrates his 101st birthday
"I've seen so many things change, and I have really enjoyed life. I have always thought of myself as kind of a happy person, and it's great to enjoy life as much as I do, so I thank the Lord for that," he says.
US stocks slip after bond yields jump on higher oil prices and a strong economic report
U.S. stocks are falling on Wednesday after oil prices halted their weeklong run of easing and a surprisingly strong report on U.S. business activity raised worries about inflation.
Trump says US and Iranian officials met Tuesday, shortly after warning he may 'annihilate' Iran
UNITED NATIONS (AP) — President Donald Trump said U.S. and Iranian officials met Tuesday, an…
Testimony continues in Day 2 of inmate Larry White trial
"Most of the time an inmate with a weapon is using it to either instill fear or take advantage of another inmate," says Burley.
SC recieves C- on infrastructure report card
South Carolina's infrastructure is improving but it is still not great.
