US employers added a surprisingly strong 178,000 jobs last month, rebounding from a weak February
American employers added a surprisingly strong 178,000 new jobs last month, rebounding from a dismal February.
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State Epidemiologist retires from SC Dept. of Public Health
Officials with the SC Department of Public Health have confirmed to ABC Columbia News that State Epidemiologist Dr. Linda Bell has retired.
Trump’s Iran war leaves Republicans adrift ahead of midterms
This is not the run up to the midterm elections that Republicans wanted.
Murder investigation underway after body found in Sumter Co.
Deputies in Sumter Co. say the body of a 19 year old was found Thursday.
US fighter jet shot down over Iran, US sources say
A US fighter jet has been shot down over Iran, three US sources said confirming Iranian state media reports.
Lawsuit alleges illegal gun purchase led to Darlington deputy’s death
A lawsuit filed this week alleges an illegal gun purchase led to the shooting death of a Darlington County deputy last July.
ABC Columbia Anchor Kelly Coakley takes part in Pleasant Hill Elementary School's Career Day
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - ABC Columbia's Kelly Coakley spent time Thursday at Pleasant Hill Elementary School for career day. She spoke with several fifth-grade classes about working in news. The students…
Amtrak train involved in collision in Williamsburg County
A Amtrak train with more than 100 passengers and crew onboard was involved in a collision in Williamsburg County.
FIFA raises top ticket prices for World Cup Final
Top ticket prices for the 2026 World Cup Final are climbing again.
Trump expected to impose new tariff on pharmaceutical drugs
President Trump appears poised to impose new tariffs on certain drug companies.
Advocates, lawmakers recognize Child Abuse Prevention Month
According to organization leaders, over 2.5 million adults have experienced an adverse situation as a child -- including physical, emotional, or sexual abuse, household mental illness, or substance abuse, or negative affects from parental divorce or separation. The group aims to keep kids safe by preventing abuse or neglect from ever happening.
Pam Bondi ousted as attorney general, source says
President Donald Trump has ousted Pam Bondi as attorney general, a source familiar with the matter told CNN.
Trump says US forces will 'finish the job' soon in first prime-time speech since starting Iran war
President Donald Trump said U.S. forces will “finish the job” in Iran soon as “core strategic objectives are nearing completion,” offering a full-throated defense of the war Wednesday night in his first national address since the conflict began more than a month ago.
Iran fires on Israel and Gulf neighbors as Trump claims threat from Tehran nearly eliminated
Iran fired more missiles at Israel and Gulf Arab states Thursday, demonstrating Tehran’s continued ability to strike its neighbors even as U.S. President Donald Trump claimed the threat from the country was nearly eliminated.
Trump says he'll sign order to resume pay for Homeland Security. His move bypasses Congress
President Donald Trump said Thursday he will soon sign an order to pay all Department of Homeland Security employees who have gone without paychecks during the partial government shutdown that has reached 48 days.
Artemis II astronauts bound for moon after rocketing away on NASA's first lunar voyage in decades
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — Four astronauts embarked on…
Midlands gas price average is $3.70
After several days of no movement, AAA says gas prices have jumped six cents overnight in South Carolina.
"What if one of them shot me in front of my kids?" - parents file lawsuit following gunpoint detainment by SCHP
"No explanation for anything. So as I back up towards these police officers, the only thing I could think about was, 'What if one of them shot me in front of my kids?" Kartrez Rush says through tears.
Companies drop April Fool's Day deals
April Fool's Day is a time to play jokes on your friends, and some businesses have also latched onto the fun for some promotions.
Private sector added 62K jobs in March
Payroll company ADP estimates the private sector added 62,000 jobs last month.
