Fewer students applied for FAFSA
Fewer low-income students applied for college financial aid after the botched rollout of an updated version of the free application for federal student aid, known as FAFSA.
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South Carolina's Staley says Watkins remains suspended as her charges play out
South Carolina coach Dawn Staley said nothing has changed with the status of suspended forward Ashlyn Watkins and she's unsure when or if her player would be available for the season.
Hello, I'm Johnny Cash's statue: A monument to the singer is unveiled at the US Capitol
Johnny Cash can now be seen in the unlikeliest of venues: the U.S. Capitol.
12-year-old charged with making threats toward Georgetown Co. school
A 12-year-old Carvers Bay Middle student is charged with making school threats and is being transported to the South Carolina Dept. of Juvenile Justice in Columbia for incarceration until a hearing can be arranged, according toSheriff Carter Weaver.
SC one of the luckiest lottery states
New research has found the luckiest states for winning the lottery, and South Carolina is in the top 5.
Seasonal trends, lower demand drive down gas fuel costs
If you have filled up at the gas pump recently, you probably noticed gas is cheaper than it was this time last year.
More women are charged with pregnancy-related crimes since Roe's end, study finds
It became more common for authorities to charge women with crimes related to their pregnancies after the fall of Roe v. Wade in 2022, a new study found — even if they're almost never accused of violating abortion bans.
Conflicts in the Mideast and Ukraine will loom over Biden's farewell address at the United Nations
President Joe Biden is set to deliver his final address to the U.N. General Assembly on Tuesday as Israel and Hezbollah militants in Lebanon are edging toward all-out war and Israel’s bloody operation against Hamas in Gaza nears the one-year mark.
Lee Co. Sheriff's Office mourns loss of one of their own
The Lee County Sheriff's Office is mourning the loss of one of their own.
Midlands pickleball team heading to D.C. for competitive event
In the past few years, pickleball has grown in popularity in the Midlands.
Alarming rates of obesity remain across SC, according to latest report
According to the National Health Organization known as "Trust for America's Health," South Carolina continues to be one of 23 states across the U.S. with an overall adult obesity rate at or above 35%.
Major movie theatres unveils makeover plan
You will soon see some new upgrades the next time you go to the movie theater.
Eight new emojis coming to smartphones
Eight new emojis are coming to smartphones and computers.
CA Governor signs law banning all plastic shopping bags at grocery stores
California has taken another big step towards protecting the environment.
FBI finds violent crime declined in 2023. Here's what to know about the report
Violent crime in the U.S. dropped in 2023, according to FBI statistics that show a continued trend downward after a coronavirus pandemic-era crime spike.
Banned Book Week kicks off with Monday local documentary screening
Sunday, Sept. 22 marks the beginning of the nationwide Banned Book Week, a week-long annual event bringing together librarians, educators, and more in support of the freedom to seek and express ideas.
Olympic gold medalist Melissa Jefferson honored at CCU game
Olympic gold medalist Melissa Jefferson was honored at halftime during the Chanticleers football game on Saturday.
Lactaid Milk recalls for possible almond allergen
If you drink a certain type of milk make sure to check your fridge.
Harris raises $27 million in New York fundraiser, promises economic speech this week
Vice President Kamala Harris raised $27 million at a packed New York City fundraiser on Sunday, her largest fundraising haul since she took over at the top of the ticket from President Joe Biden, according to a Harris campaign aide.
Trump says, if he loses, 2024 run will be his last
Former President Donald Trump said on Sunday that he doesn't “think” he'd run again for president in 2028 if he falls short in his bid to return to the White House in 2024.
