U.S. life insurances paid out $100 billion in benefits last year
According to data released today from the American Council of Life Insurers, U.S. life insurance companies paid out a record $100 billion in benefits last year.
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Merriam-Webster names “gaslighting” Word of the Year
Merriam-Webster named a new word of the year for 2022 and that word is gaslighting.
Christmas trees, poinsettias delivered to SC Governor’s Mansion
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas at the Governor's Mansion.
Two Columbia men charged with vehicle theft, say Lexington deputies
The Lexington County Sheriff’s Department announced two Columbia men have been charged with stealing cars and all-terrain vehicles from Augusta Road businesses in Lexington.
$9 billion spent online during Black Friday shopping
While in-store holiday shopping numbers are not available yet for Black Friday, on-line sales already set a new record ahead of Cyber Monday.
Toy sales are down 3%
Some toy retailers say they may need a Christmas miracle.
World Health Organization: Monkeypox renamed to Mpox
The World Health Organization (WHO) has announced that Monkeypox has a new name.
White House resists declaring 'triple-demic' national emergency
The Biden administration is resisting calls from pediatric health groups to declare a national emergency because of the triple-demic.
Oil hits lowest price in a year
Oil prices in the U.S. have hit a low not seen in nearly a year.
Red Cross opens shelter for 60 seniors after apartment fire
The Red Cross says its opening a shelter for at least 60 seniors after an apartment fire in Columbia Sunday night.
Colorado shooting vigil held at State House
A vigil was held on the State House steps Sunday to remember those who were killed and injured during the Club Q shooting in Colorado.
Hundreds of organizations participating in Midlands GivingTuesday
Giving Tuesday kicks off tomorrow!
City of Forest Acres to host annual tree-lighting event tomorrow
The City of Columbia announced its annual tree-lighting event tomorrow night at the Lowes Shopping Center on Forest Drive.
Orangeburg deputies searching for missing 5 year-old child
The Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office investigators are looking for a missing five-year-old child.
Lexington County School District Two: Metal detectors to be used at stadiums and arenas
WEST COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Metal detectors will be used regularly at Lexington Two stadiums and arenas starting Monday, November 28, according to Lexington School District Two. Lexington Two officials say…
Search underway for missing woman in Orangeburg
ORANGEBURG COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) - Authorities are searching for a missing woman in Orangeburg County. Alanah Jenay Holmes was last seen on November 11 on 1504 Wingate Street wearing blue jeans, a black shirt and a black leather jacket, according…
Breaking: Irene Cara, 'Flashdance' singer dead at 63
Irene Cara, iconic voice behind hit movie soundtrack songs, "Fame" and "Flashdance..has died
Tips for Holiday Shopping
The Federal Trade Commission says this may be the busiest holiday shopping season ever
Experts: U.S. job market remains strong, but high food prices and more take toll on shoppers
The U.S. job market remains strong, consumer spending is resilient and inflation has been slowing. But elevated prices for food, rent, gasoline and other household costs have taken a toll on shoppers.
