Education Department threatens to hold aid to some colleges with high loan defaults
The Department of Education is threatening to withhold federal aid to colleges and universities that have high levels of students in default on their student loans.
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Trump, Carney faceoff in Oval Office leaves gaping differences on tariffs, 51st state
U.S. President Donald Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney faced off in the Oval Office on Tuesday and showed no signs of retreating from their gaping differences in an ongoing trade war that has shattered decades of trust between the two countries.
DPH recognizes South Carolina’s nurses during National Nurses Week
The South Carolina Department of Public Health (SCDPH) is observing National Nurses Week across the state, said DPH.
Bill would compensate businesses impacted by construction
In the Midlands, lawmaker wants businesses impacted by construction to be compensated for lost income.
ONEflight Myrtle Beach Classic: Everything you need to know
The PGA ONEflight Myrtle Beach Classic, hosted at the Dunes Club, tees off this week, May through May 11.
Man in custody after hiding in ex's shower, wielding knife in disturbing 'prank': report
A Charleston man was taken into custody Sunday after he allegedly hid in a shower at his ex-girlfriend's house, laying in wait to "prank" her when she got home close to midnight.
South Carolina Aquarium marks 25 years with block party celebration
The South Carolina Aquarium is celebrating its 25th anniversary this month, marking a significant milestone as a center of STEM education, conservation, and community engagement.
Father of murdered woman speaks out for first time
New details surrounding the Saturday murder of a 22 year old woman in town visiting friends are released as we hear from the victim's father for the first time
What you need to know about 'Real Id' changes before Wednesday
the long-delayed REAL ID requirement finally takes effect this Wednesday,
Woman found dead inside Cypress Street home identified
Crime scene investigators have processed the location for evidence and say the woman is not a Columbia resident nor student.
Happy Cinco de Mayo
Today is Cinco de Mayo or 'May 5' which commemorates the Mexican army's victory over French forces at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862.
FDA recalls tomatoes due to possible salmonella
Fresh tomatoes are being recalled in three states.
Sketchers goes private amid Trump's tariff war
Skechers is getting out of the public market and going private amid President Trump's trade war.
Student loan default collection resumes
Collection of defaulted federal student loans resumed on Monday, May 5, after a five-year pause related to the pandemic.
Trump blasts Mexico's Sheinbaum for rejecting offer to send US troops into Mexico to fight cartels
President Donald Trump on Sunday said Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum rejected his proposal to send U.S. troops to Mexico to help thwart the illegal drug trade because she is fearful of the country's powerful cartels.
Trump administration says it will pay immigrants in the US illegally $1,000 to leave the country
Pushing forward with its mass deportation agenda, President Donald Trump's administration said Monday that it would pay $1,000 to immigrants who are in the United States illegally and return to their home country voluntarily.
$10,000 Mega Millions ticket sold in West Columbia set to expire soon
A lucky winner only has a couple days to claim their winning Mega Millions ticket, according to SC Education Lottery.
18 Wheeler collides with train in Columbia
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--Troopers with the South Carolina Highway Patrol are investigating after an 18-wheeler collided with a train. It happened near the intersection of Farrow Rd. and Old Sloane road…
Midlands couple plan to travel more with $200,000 lottery win
Midlands couple has won after playing the lottery, said SC Lottery officials.
PGA Tour releases updated player list for ONEflight Myrtle Beach Classic
Two big local names and others have withdrawn from the ONEflight Myrtle Beach Classic as of Sunday, according to an updated list from PGA Tour Communications.
