More information on Midlands possible measles exposure
ABC Columbia has additional context about a possible measles exposure after an infected person from the Upstate visited the SC State Museum in Columbia on Friday, Jan 9.
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Former SC Rep. RJ May sentenced to prison
On Wednesday, Jan. 14 in federal court former South Carolina Representative RJ May was sentenced.
Proposed law mandates ICE partnerships for all South Carolina sheriffs
A proposed South Carolina law would mandate every sheriff’s office operating a correctional facility to enter a written agreement with ICE to help enforce federal immigration laws.
Alan Wilson urges Supreme Court to uphold state laws on sex based participation in sports
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson voiced support for two cases before the U.S Supreme Court on Tuesday, challenging the policies allowing transgender women to compete in women’s sports.
DPH reports 124 new measles cases in Upstate, new public exposures
SC Dept. of Public Health (SCDPH) says there are 124 new cases of measles in the state since Friday, Jan. 9, 2026.
Attorney General Alan Wilson releases annual Human Trafficking Task Force Report
On Monday, Jan. 12, 2026, Attorney General Alan Wilson released the annual Human Trafficking Task Force Report.
Governor McMaster unveils SC executive budget
SC Governor Henry McMaster unveiled his executive budget Monday afternoon (Jan. 12, 2026).
Law Enforcement Appreciation Day 2026
Friday, Jan. 9, the nation and the Midlands are honoring those who keep our communities safe.
DPH reports 99 new measles cases in the Upstate
The Department of Public Health says there are 99 new cases of measles in the state since Tuesday, Jan. 6.
Lawsuit challenges SC Governor’s authority to deploy SC National Guard to D.C.
A lawsuit has been filed challenging SC Governor Henry McMaster’s authority to deploy the South Carolina National Guard to Washington, D.C.
