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AAA: National gas prices continue to decline

The cost of filling up at the pump is going down.

Judge rejects Biden’s student loan forgiveness program appeal

The Biden administration was dealt another setback in court Wednesday in its effort to revive a student loan debt relief policy.

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Honor the Dream Food Drive accepting donations virtually and in-person

The annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Honor the Dream Food Drive is accepting donations to help Columbia residents who are fighting food hunger.

U.S. House Majority Whip James E. Clyburn releases statement following election win

Earlier today the U.S. House Majority Whip James E. Clyburn released a statement on his election as Assistant Democratic Leader for the 118th Congress.

Sumter's annual Cram-A-Cruiser accepting toy donations

The Sumter Police Department is partnering with The Salvation Army to make sure all local children have a gift under the tree on Christmas morning.

FEMA disaster specialists visiting homes affected by Hurricane Ian

FEMA disaster survivor assistance specialists are traveling door-to-door to homes and businesses in Charleston, Georgetown and Horry counties to help citizens affected by Hurricane Ian apply for financial aid.

Experimental drug shows promise for some Alzheimer's patients

There is some encouraging news about an experimental drug used to slow the progression of Alzheimer's disease.

Actor Will Smith speaks out about slapping comedian Chris Rock

Actor Will Smith is opening up about the infamous ‘Oscars slap.’

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Prince William, Kate kick off their US trip

This is their first international trip as the prince and princess of Wales.

Dominion Energy: Save energy during holidays

Many people will deck the halls this Christmas.

House Democrats appoint Hakeem Jeffries to succeed Nancy Pelosi

House Democrats made history today when they chose current Caucus Chair Hakeem Jeffries to succeed Congresswoman Nancy Pelosi as their party leader.

Four-day work week study shows avg. revenue rose 40%

Could a four day work week become reality?

Job openings down in October

Job seekers didn't have as many positions to pursue last month, but the US labor market is still historically tight.

City of Columbia's Food Truck Fridays vendors announced

The City of Columbia has announced the vendors for their Food Truck Friday events throughout the month of December.

Trump's tax returns released to House Committee

Developing out of Washington at this hour: a democratic-led House Committee is now in possession of six years of former President Donald Trump's tax returns after a court battle that spanned several years.

House votes to impose agreement to block rail strike

It also voted to give workers seven days paid sick leave.

EU warns Musk to beef up Twitter controls ahead of new rules

A top European Union official has warned Elon Musk that the company needs to beef up to protect users from hate speech, misinformation and other harmful content to avoid violating new rules

Orangeburg Coroner releases identity of 18 year-old found at Estate Court

The Orangeburg County Coroner's Office says the 18 year-old deceased individual found at an Estate Court residence has been identified as Ricke Irick.