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Two dozen displaced following Sunday morning apartment fire

Chief Jenkins says no injuries were reported, however one resident had to jump off of a balcony to escape the blaze, he was uninjured.

SC Troopers urging everyone to stay off icy, slick roads

Roads across the state are treacherous. According to the South Carolina Highway Patrol, throughout the state, they are dealing with accidents.

Dominion Energy urging customers to conserve energy

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) -- Due to extremely low temperatures and increased demand for electricity across the system, Dominion Energy is urging customers in South Carolina to conserve energy as heating systems work extra hard to keep homes and businesses warm.…

ABC Columbia weather update: Snow and Sledding

Snow, Sledding and the fluffy stuff in this ABC Columbia Weather update.

South Carolina Department of Public Health

SCDPH authorizes early refills of some prescriptions due to winter storm

“We are taking this action due to the potential for interruptions of services and to reduce possible danger to individuals traveling following the storm,” said Dr. Edward Simmer, interim director of DPH.

No injuries in Forest Acres restaurant fire

The fire was contained to the restaurant but significantly damaged the building.

ABC Columbia Weather update: Snow! Plus, tips on winter weather safety

Count on ABC Columbia News and the ABC Columbia Weather team to keep you up to date on-line and on air with the latest forecast.

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.

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.

As an uncertain 2026 begins, virtual journeys back to 2016 become a trend

The year is 2016.

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.