SC Republicans to appeal redistricting case to Supreme Court
A federal appeals court has denied South Carolina Republicans' motion for a stay in the ongoing challenge over the state's congressional district map.
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Chinese balloon's downing creates spectacle over tourism hub
The downing of a suspected Chinese spy balloon just off South Carolina’s coast created a spectacle over one of the state’s tourism hubs and drew crowds reacting with a mixture of bewildered gazing, distress and cheers.
SC State Fair opens applications for 2023 college scholarships
The South Carolina State Fair is accepting applications for its 26th annual Ride of Your Life Scholarship program.
Lexington Police search for suspect accused of fraudulent purchase
The Lexington Police Department is asking the public's assistance in identifying a suspect who allegedly made a fraudulent purchase of over $500 at Food Lion on West Main Street.
Lawyer involved in boat crash civil case speaks at Murdaugh trial
The third week of the double murder trial of former attorney Alex Murdaugh underway this noon.
Bureau of Labor Statistics: 517K jobs added in Jan.
Despite recession fears, there are more signs that the labor market is still strong.
Florida lawmakers to begin special session on Disney today
The showdown between Florida lawmakers and Disney is ramping back up.
US FAA issues flight restriction near Myrtle Beach as Chinese spy balloon recovered
The United States Federal Aviation Administration issued a new temporary flight restriction near Myrtle Beach, where the Chinese spy balloon recovery operation is underway.
$747M Powerball jackpot up to 9th-largest as drawing nears
A $747 million Powerball jackpot will be up for grabs for players willing to risk $2 against the long odds of winning the big prize
At least 2,300 dead in Turkey, Syria after powerful quake
The pre-dawn quake was centered in Turkey's southeastern Kahramanmaras province
Newberry deputies arrest woman after brief vehicle pursuit
The Newberry County Sheriff's Office arrested a woman after deputies were led on a brief vehicle pursuit.
AG Alan Wilson announces $650,000 settlement with Centaurus Financial, Inc.
Attorney General Alan Wilson announced a $650,000 settlement has been reached with Centaurus Financial, Inc., Ricky Mantei, and Mantei & Associates, LLC following allegations they violated state securities laws.
White Knoll High School cleared of threats
Lexington County Sheriff's Department says White Knoll High School has been cleared of any threats after students and staff were evacuated earlier today.
DHEC recognizes National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day with free testing
The SC Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is offering HIV and STDs testing in recognition of National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day on Feb. 7.
How the cases in Alex Murdaugh's murder trial are shaping up
Two weeks into the double murder trial of South Carolina attorney Alex Murdaugh, prosecutors haven't presented any direct evidence that he killed his wife and son at their home in June 2021.
Fort Jackson to conduct prescribed burn today
Fort Jackson will be conducting a prescribed burn today, Feb. 6 at 10:30 a.m.
Riverbanks Zoo Valentine's Day Ick Gram
Love is in the air because its Valentine's Day but what if you have a love you need squashed?
Missing and unidentified persons in Richland County
Families of missing persons had the opportunity to provide DNA and information that could help in cases.
Drink Small’s 90th birthday concert and celebration
The event was hosted by the Colajazz Foundation and organizers say the concert kicks off Black History Month at the state museum.
Vigil held for Tyre Nichols at Columbia City Hall
Organizers say the vigil honors the life of Nichols and all victims of police violence and it is a call for an end to police brutality.
