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Supreme Court strikes down Trump’s sweeping tariffs, upending central plank of economic agenda

The Supreme Court struck down President Donald Trump’s far-reaching global tariffs on Friday in a 6 to 3 decision.

Watch SC State's online forum with President Alexander Conyers

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO-TV) - South Carolina State University President Alexander Conyers held an online forum late Thursday afternoon to discuss campus safety following a deadly on-campus shooting that left two people dead…

Take 6 and After 7 offer Master Class in music to Richland One students

You can catch performances by Take 6 and After 7 at Friday night's "Legends of..."concert event at the Koger Center -- starting at eight p.m.

Parental Rights Act moves forward after near-unanimous vote in SC House

The South Carolina House advanced a bill Wednesday that, if signed into law, would raise the age at which children can make their own medical decisions from 16 to 18.

US trade deficit declined in 2025, but gap for goods hits a record despite Trump tariffs

The U.S. trade deficit slipped modestly in 2025, a year in which President Donald Trump upended global commerce by slapping double digit tariffs on imports from most countries.

Most US stocks are falling, though gains for Walmart and Deere limit the damage

The majority of U.S. stocks are falling on Thursday, but gains for Walmart, Deere and other companies are helping to limit the damage.

Bayer agrees to pay more than $7 billion in Roundup settlement

Bayer is settling tens of thousands of lawsuits over Roundup, according to the New York Times.

Audible launches read, listen feature

There's a new way for book lovers to experience their favorite stories.

Microsoft pledges $50 billion to bring Ai to more countries

Microsoft is planning to invest $50 billion to expand artificial intelligence in poorer, developing countries.

British police arrest Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor on suspicion of misconduct

ABC News reports Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was arrested on Thursday on suspicion of misconduct in public office.

2 17 2026 Teen Substance Abuse Interview

How to talk to your children about substance abuse

Teen substance abuse is not a new problem, but that doesn't mean parents always know where to start to help their child.

SC State president to hold online update Thursday

On Wednesday, South Carolina State University (SCSU) announced via social media and the university's website that SC State President Alexander Conyers will provide an update during an online session at 5 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 19.

Physician Assistants meet with lawmakers, advocate for efficiency and rural care

A new bill hopes to remove some of the red tape faced they face on a day-to-day basis, and make care in rural areas more accessible.

Following Trump's lead, some GOP states seek to limit environmental regulations

Some Republican legislators are looking to restrict their states' ability to set environmental regulations, a move that comes as President Donald Trump ’s administration pushes to roll back environmental rules on power plants, water and greenhouse gases.

Public health, green groups sue EPA over repeal of rule supporting climate protections

A coalition of health and environmental groups sued the Environmental Protection Agency on Wednesday, challenging the rescinding of a scientific finding that has been the central basis for U.S. action to regulate greenhouse gas emissions and fight climate change.