SCDPH opens medical equipment power shelter ahead of winter storm
Officials say a Medical Equipment Power Shelter is an emergency shelter with limited support for people who require backup power for medical reasons.
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ABC Columbia Weather Update: Snow, Freezing Temps, Slick, Icey roads
The ABC Columbia Weather team updates conditions as snow blankets the Midlands
LongHorn Steakhouse launches steak commitment rings for Valentine's Day
Just in time for Valentine's Day, Longhorn Steakhouse is entering the jewelry business.
President Trump threatens 50% aircraft tariff on Canada
President Trump's disagreements with Canada took a new turn Thursday, Jan. 29, this time over aircraft.
SCDPH: 2 additional deaths related to past Winter storm weather
SCDPH says there have been two additional deaths confirmed as being related to the winter storm that happened this past weekend.
South Carolina measles outbreak surpasses Texas' 2025 total, with little sign of slowing
The South Carolina measles outbreak has surpassed the recorded case count in Texas' 2025 outbreak, as health officials have logged almost 600 new cases in just over a month.
Senate leaders scramble to save bipartisan deal and avoid a partial shutdown
Senate leaders were scrambling on Friday to save a bipartisan spending deal and prevent a partial government shutdown this weekend as Democrats demanded new restrictions on federal immigration raids across the country.
Trump names former Federal Reserve official Warsh as the next Fed chair to replace Powell
President Donald Trump said Friday that he will nominate former Federal Reserve official Kevin Warsh to be the next chair of the Fed, a decision likely to result in sharp changes to the powerful agency that could bring it closer to the White House.
US stocks dip and gold swings as markets react to Trump's choice to lead the Federal Reserve
Financial markets are churning on Friday as investors try to figure out what President Donald Trump’s new nominee to lead the Federal Reserve will mean for them.
"We are prepared" -- SCDOT crews ready roads for snowfall
"We are actively working to get ready for this storm. We will work through the duration of this storm. And when it is over, we will continue to work until the roads are reopened and clear," says Powell.
Elon Musk bets Tesla's future on robots
Elon Musk says Tesla's future won't rely on cars at all.
Parent company of Twin Peaks files for bankruptcy
The parent company of Twin Peaks Restaurants is facing money troubles.
Layoffs expected for The Washington Post staff
Widespread layoffs are expected at the Washington Post in coming weeks.
Survey: Healthcare is top economic worry
A new poll shows the cost of healthcare is the top economic worry for many Americans.
Casino gambling bill recommitted at State house
A proposal which would've paved the way for legalizing casinos in South Carolina has been stopped in its tracks.
Senate Democrats block funding bills amid DHS funding spat, partial government shutdown threat
Senate Democrats on Thursday voted unanimously to block a package of six funding bills that would fund large portions of the government through the end of September -- meaning a partial government shutdown could still happen in the coming days.
US Census Bureau names South Carolina nation's fastest-growing state
South Carolina's population growth between July 2024 and July 2025 saw the Palmetto State grow at a percentage increase higher than any other state in the nation, according to new data from the US Census Bureau.
South Carolina ranks tenth in the nation in Ozempic spending, new study claims
South Carolina ranks tenth in the nation for largest share of annual income spent on GLP-1s like Ozempic, according to a new study.
SC's 'Mothers and Preborns Act' looks to change legal definition of fetus, issue brochures
On Wednesday, the Senate Medical Affairs Subcommittee voted to advance Senate Bill 717, also called the ‘Mothers and Preborns Act.’
