U.S. risks default in July if debt ceiling isn't raised
By mid-July, the United States may not be able to pay its bills on time unless Congress acts on the debt ceiling.
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IRS partners with ICE
The IRS and Department of Homeland Security appear closer to finalizing an information-sharing agreement.
Trump officials texted war plans to a group chat in a secure app that included a journalist
Top national security officials for President Donald Trump, including his defense secretary, texted war plans for upcoming military strikes in Yemen to a group chat in a secure messaging app that included the editor-in-chief for The Atlantic, the magazine reported in a story posted online Monday.
Man arrested after 5-year-old girl killed in DUI crash
According to Coroner Fisher, 5-year-old Charlotte Leah Flores Izaguirre of West Columbia was a passenger in a vehicle traveling southbound on Charleston Highway when they were struck from behind by another vehicle.
Trump administration asks Supreme Court to halt judge's order to rehire probationary federal workers
The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court on Monday to halt a ruling ordering the rehiring of thousands of federal workers let go in mass firings aimed at dramatically downsizing the federal government.
Burn ban still in effect as Covington Drive fire remains 80% contained
As of Monday morning, the Covington Drive fire is 80% contained and remains at 2,059 acres, according to the S.C. Forestry Commission.
Experts say US weather forecasts will worsen as DOGE cuts mean fewer balloon launches
With massive job cuts, the National Weather Service is eliminating or reducing vital weather balloon launches in eight northern locations, which meteorologists and former agency leaders said will degrade the accuracy of forecasts just as severe weather season kicks in.
Major League Baseball removes references to 'diversity' from MLB Careers home page
Major League Baseball removed references to "diversity” from its MLB Careers home page following an executive order by President Donald Trump that could lead to possible federal action against organizations using DEI programs in violation of his administration's interpretation of civil rights law.
14-year-old son of former Yankees OF Brett Gardner has died after falling ill during vacation
The youngest son of former New York Yankees outfielder Brett Gardner and his wife, Jessica, has died after falling ill during a family vacation.
Crews respond to house fire in Irmo
According to a Facebook post by Irmo Fire District, Irmo Fire crews with assistance from Columbia Fire, Lexington County Fire and West Columbia Fire were on scene of a structure fire in the 100 block of Shetford Road.
South Carolina, Indiana women in March Madness rematch after tight Sweet 16 game last year
Coach Dawn Staley knows her team won’t make that mistake again on Sunday when it faces Indiana for the second straight year in the women’s NCAA Tournament, this time with a Sweet 16 berth on the line.
Terminated employee is arrested accused of bringing what appeared to be a gun to get last paycheck
A Prosperity man is behind bars after officials say he brought what appeared to be a handgun into a business while others were inside during his attempt to pick up his last paycheck
Popular detergent recalled over potential contamination from bacteria
Woolite recalled more than 16,000 bottles of its "Delicates" detergent over concerns with a potential contamination from bacteria commonly found in water and soil.
Nike sales are tumbling
The largest shoemaker in the world is in a slump.
Disney shareholders reject anti-LGBTQ proposal
Mickey Mouse is keeping his participation in a prominent LGBTQ program.
Meta blocks whistleblower from talking to Congress
A former Facebook executive-turned-whistleblower says Meta is blocking her from speaking to Congress about her experiences at the company.
Donald Trump to increase mineral production with executive order
President Donald Trump has invoked wartime powers to increase U.S. production of critical minerals.
Trump administration debates invoking 'state secrets privilege' around deportation flights
Top leaders of President Donald Trump's administration are debating whether to invoke a “state secrets privilege” in response to a judge’s questions about deportation flights carrying Venezuelan immigrants to El Salvador, a Justice Department official informed the judge on Friday ahead of a hearing.
Covington Drive fire containment continues; red flag alert & burn bans in effect
The Covington Drive fire remains 80% contained at 2,059 acres on Friday, according to the South Carolina Forestry Commission.
Weekslong lockups of European tourists at US borders spark fears of traveling to America
Lennon Tyler and her German fiancé often took road trips to Mexico when he vacationed in the United States since it was only a day's drive from her home in Las Vegas, one of the perks of their long-distance relationship.
