SPARTANBURG COUNTY, SOUTH CAROLINA — Officials in Spartanburg County are dispelling a viral social media post that claimed a woman was stabbed while visiting the…
FLORENCE, SOUTH CAROLINA — Authorities in Florence County have confirmed that 14-year-old Jaylen Hunter, who was reported missing earlier this week, has been safely located….
SENECA, SOUTH CAROLINA — Fire crews in Seneca worked late into Saturday night to contain a fast-moving blaze that completely destroyed an abandoned home on…
SPARTANBURG, SOUTH CAROLINA — Drivers in Spartanburg got an unexpected Halloween treat when local police officers showed up to direct traffic dressed as clowns —…
GEORGETOWN COUNTY, S.C. — A South Carolina mom is taking “family tradition” to a whole new level — after a viral video showed her hauling…
COLUMBIA, SOUTH CAROLINA – South Carolina drivers will soon see a major change on the roads — and on their cars. The state is officially…
HORRY COUNTY, SOUTH CAROLINA – A dramatic rescue along a busy South Carolina highway was caught on video Tuesday afternoon, showing first responders and bystanders…
CONWAY, S.C. — In what might be the most entertaining wildlife footage to come out of South Carolina this year, a black bear visiting a…
WELLFORD, S.C. — Emergency crews from across Spartanburg County rushed to the scene of a massive landfill fire late Thursday night after flames erupted at…
GREENVILLE, SOUTH CAROLINA — South Carolina residents are reporting a rise in sightings of large, bright yellow spiders this fall — the invasive Joro spider,…
AIKEN, SOUTH CAROLINA — While college towns across America are known for their nightlife, energy, and entertainment, one South Carolina community is gaining attention for…
SUMTER, SOUTH CAROLINA — Residents across South Carolina’s Midlands region woke up to loud booms and shaking early Tuesday morning, sparking concern that an earthquake…
GAFFNEY, SOUTH CAROLINA — Global food manufacturer Nestlé has announced a sweeping plan to cut 16,000 jobs worldwide over the next two years as part…
LOWCOUNTRY, S.C. — A record number of manatees have been sighted in South Carolina waters this year, according to the South Carolina Department of Natural…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina State Fair took a major step toward inclusivity this week by hosting Sensory Day, a special event designed to…
ST. HELENA ISLAND, S.C. — Authorities in Beaufort County are pleading for cooperation after a mass shooting at a crowded bar left four people dead…
GREENVILLE, S.C. — Health officials say South Carolina’s measles outbreak continues to grow, with five new confirmed cases this week and one child’s exposure traced…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — The longest-serving death row inmate in South Carolina, 77-year-old Fred Singleton, has died of natural causes after more than four decades behind…
GREENVILLE, S.C. — After months of debate over downtown nightlife and public safety, the City of Greenville has voted to restore late-night hours for one…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Health officials have confirmed additional measles cases in South Carolina and Michigan, bringing the total number of infections in the United States…
GREENVILLE COUNTY, S.C. — A new proposal in the South Carolina Senate is drawing controversy over fears it could severely limit women’s access to common…
MAULDIN, S.C. — Police in Greenville County have arrested two parents after discovering what they described as one of the most horrific cases of child…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — South Carolina health authorities are warning residents statewide after a measles outbreak was confirmed in the Upstate region, marking one of the…
EDISTO BEACH, S.C. — Three people were injured after a fire broke out at a home linked to South Carolina Circuit Court Judge Diane Goodstein…
WALTERBORO, SOUTH CAROLINA — A South Carolina woman suffered critical injuries Wednesday morning after a high-speed single-vehicle crash on a remote stretch of Combahee Road…
ORANGEBURG, SOUTH CAROLINA — A night meant for celebration at South Carolina State University quickly turned chaotic Saturday after shots were fired near on-campus housing,…
EDISTO BEACH, SOUTH CAROLINA — The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) has launched an investigation into a house fire that hospitalized three people Saturday…
MYRTLE BEACH, SOUTH CAROLINA — The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) has confirmed a growing measles outbreak in the Upstate region, with new…
SOUTH CAROLINA — Black Bear Pass, one of Colorado’s most challenging mountain trails, has been closed indefinitely after a South Carolina driver ignored warnings and…
COLUMBIA, SOUTH CAROLINA — Lawmakers in South Carolina are weighing a proposal that could become the strictest abortion law in the United States, sparking hours…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Thousands of South Carolina drivers were cited during a recent five-day enforcement campaign aimed at cracking down on distracted driving and failures…
AIKEN, S.C. — A well-known Aiken restaurant owner, affectionately known by locals as “Jimmy the Greek,” has died inside his longtime business, leaving the community…
OCONEE COUNTY, S.C. — A multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 85 near the South Carolina–Georgia state line turned deadly Tuesday morning, leaving one man dead and…
CAMDEN, S.C. — A massive blaze tore through the DeRoyal Textile Building, formerly known as the Hermitage Mill Plant, on Saturday, leaving the historic site…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — South Carolina’s new Hands-Free and Distracted Driving Act brings stricter rules for phone use behind the wheel, leaving many drivers wondering: Can…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — A new study has raised concerns over South Carolina’s ongoing teacher shortage, showing that more teachers are repaying student loans instead of…
GREENVILLE, S.C. — South Carolina public safety officials are rolling out a weeklong crackdown on distracted driving, citing a rise in dangerous roadside incidents that…
MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. — State agricultural officials have confirmed the detection of an Asian longhorned beetle at a shopping center in Mount Pleasant, raising concerns…
COLUMBIA, SOUTH CAROLINA – South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson confirmed this week that an online group known as Purgatory was responsible for the August…
FOREST ACRES, SOUTH CAROLINA – A shooting at The Landing Apartments on Thursday evening left one man injured and prompted a swift response from police,…
CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA – A new report shows both Carolinas among the riskiest states for online dating in 2025, with South Carolina ranking in the…
COLUMBIA, SOUTH CAROLINA – Authorities have confirmed that human remains were discovered just outside Columbia on Thursday afternoon, prompting a joint investigation by multiple agencies….
NEWBERRY, S.C. — A 53-year-old Chapin man has been charged with murder, kidnapping, and multiple other felonies after police say he went on a violent…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) has confirmed a third measles case in the state since July, raising concern among…
HONEA PATH, S.C. — In September 1934, the small mill town of Honea Path became the site of one of the deadliest labor strikes in…
CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA – What began as a nightmare with flash flooding turned even more surreal for one Charleston resident, whose car was swept out…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — South Carolina students are showing steady gains in reading and writing, but math achievement continues to trail, according to the latest SC…
FOLLY BEACH, S.C. – While thousands of visitors flocked to Folly Beach for Labor Day celebrations, dozens of volunteers showed up with trash bags in…
COLUMBIA, S.C. – South Carolina drivers must now put their phones down behind the wheel. The state’s new Hands-Free and Distracted Driving Act officially took…
COLUMBIA, S.C. – South Carolina officials say this summer’s travel season was safer than last year, with the state recording a significant drop in traffic…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — South Carolina drivers are now required to go hands-free behind the wheel as the state’s new distracted driving law officially took effect…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — For the first time in ten years, South Carolina has recorded a decline in overdose deaths, a shift that state health officials…
HAMPTON COUNTY, S.C. — South Carolina drivers will soon face stricter rules behind the wheel as the state’s new hands-free law officially goes into effect…
BURTON, S.C. – Firefighters in the Burton Fire District responded to their second fire in as many days, displacing several residents and prompting emergency aid…
ISLE OF PALMS, S.C. – More South Carolina communities are passing local hate crime ordinances, signaling frustration that the state remains one of only two…
CHARLESTON, S.C. – After a stretch of early fall-like sunshine, South Carolina’s Labor Day forecast is turning stormy as a low-pressure system approaches from the…
WASHINGTON, D.C. – South Carolina officials have asked the U.S. Supreme Court to enforce the state’s transgender bathroom ban against a 13-year-old student, challenging a…
CLARENDON COUNTY, S.C. – After 15 years in prison for a crime he maintained he never committed, Michael Pearson walked out of court Thursday a…
MANNING, S.C. – After spending more than a decade in prison for a crime he said he didn’t commit, Michael Pearson walked free on Thursday…
SPARTANBURG, S.C. – A local advocacy group is calling on Spartanburg leaders to take action where state lawmakers have not. The Spartanburg Initiative for Racial…
GREENWOOD COUNTY, S.C. — A series of earthquakes has rattled South Carolina in recent days, with officials warning residents to prepare for the possibility of…
CHARLESTON, S.C. — South Carolina Ports is moving forward with significant expansion projects aimed at boosting rail and container capacity ahead of 2026. Leatherman Rail…
CHARLESTON, S.C. — A Charleston educator is being recognized for his efforts to help students take ownership of their learning by giving them something they…
SENECA, S.C. — A small plane crashed near Clemson University on Tuesday morning after experiencing engine failure, according to emergency officials. Crash Near Oconee County…
CORONACA, S.C. — A cluster of earthquakes rattled parts of South Carolina over the weekend, with 11 quakes recorded in the Coronaca and Lake Greenwood…
DALLAS, NC – Southeast Recycling Group (SRG), a Dallas, North Carolina-based metals recycling firm, announced it will acquire Sisk Scrap Recycling, a longtime South Carolina…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Beginning September 1, South Carolina drivers will be prohibited from holding their phones while driving as the state’s new hands-free driving law…
GREENWOOD COUNTY, S.C. — Residents near Lake Greenwood were jolted awake early Saturday as a rare earthquake swarm shook the region, rattling homes across Greenwood…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — The 2025 Atlantic hurricane season reached another milestone this weekend as Tropical Storm Fernand became the sixth named storm of the year….
CHARLESTON, S.C. — Heavy rainfall from a slow-moving storm system triggered dangerous flash flooding across the Charleston area Friday, closing dozens of roads and swamping…
PICKENS COUNTY, S.C. – State health officials have confirmed rabies cases across five South Carolina counties after a bobcat, fox, raccoons, and a skunk all…
GREENWOOD, S.C. – Residents in Greenwood County experienced three minor earthquakes this week, all recorded within the same area near Coronaca, according to the U.S….
CHARLESTON, S.C. – The City of North Charleston has taken new steps to improve public safety, installing a jump guard on the Ashley Phosphate Road…
SPARTANBURG COUNTY, S.C. — A tragic crash on Wednesday morning in Spartanburg County claimed the life of a 55-year-old man after his pickup truck struck…
CHARLESTON, S.C. – A Charleston man is suing Uber and one of its drivers after a disturbing incident that allegedly left him with brain trauma,…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — In today’s digital world, South Carolina lawmakers and child advocates say the threats children face are no longer limited to playgrounds or…
PROSPERITY, S.C. – A giant albino python roaming near Mid-Carolina High School in Newberry County was safely captured, bringing an unsettling incident to a close…
CHARLESTON, S.C. — Drivers in downtown Charleston will soon pay more to park, as Charleston County plans to roll out new rate hikes for two…
FORT MILL, S.C. — A deadly encounter at a Motel 6 on Carowinds Boulevard in Fort Mill has ended with no charges filed, after investigators…
SPARTANBURG COUNTY, SOUTH CAROLINA – One person is dead and five others — including a child — were injured after a three-vehicle crash in Spartanburg…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — The number of people filing for unemployment benefits in South Carolina ticked down last week, offering a small sign of continued labor…
BISHOPVILLE, S.C. — Nine students were taken to the hospital after a Lee County school bus collided with a gas tanker truck Thursday afternoon near…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — South Carolina is experiencing a notable decline in deadly crashes this year, with 513 fatalities reported as of August 13, compared to…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Public Health has officially unveiled an expanded SC Tracking Dashboard, an online tool that allows residents to…
PEAK, S.C. – As America prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary, the historic town of Peak in South Carolina is offering visitors an opportunity to…
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Thousands of students across South Carolina will now have guaranteed access to free school meals as a new state law takes effect…
FAIR PLAY, S.C. — State leaders and community officials gathered Friday for the symbolic groundbreaking of the new South Carolina Welcome Center along Interstate 85,…
GREENVILLE COUNTY, S.C. — A Sunday night shooting left a woman injured in Greenville County after gunfire struck her apartment, prompting an ongoing investigation by…
ORANGEBURG COUNTY, S.C. — Officials have identified the South Carolina Highway Patrol trooper who was critically injured during a traffic stop early Sunday morning on…
BUCKSPORT, S.C. — The South Carolina coast experienced a small but notable tremor early Saturday morning when a magnitude 1.9 earthquake struck near Bucksport, a…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Starting September 1, 2025, South Carolina will officially join the majority of U.S. states in banning the use of handheld mobile devices…
GREENVILLE COUNTY, S.C. — Two Greenville County deputies were seriously injured during a recent training exercise after mistakenly using live breaching shotgun rounds instead of…
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Persistent rainfall across the Midlands has triggered a flood advisory for the Columbia metro area through 8 a.m. Sunday, as water levels…
SOUTH CAROLINA – Car theft remains a costly and persistent crime across the United States, and in 2024, the Honda Accord topped the list of…
COLUMBIA, S.C. – A tropical wave off the Southeast U.S. coast is expected to bring several days of wet and stormy weather to South Carolina,…
CLEMSON — Farmers across South Carolina are getting a boost in their fight against extreme weather, thanks to a new partnership between Clemson University and…
SOUTH CAROLINA — Representative RJ May is accusing his former colleagues in the South Carolina Freedom Caucus of stiffing him on nearly $7,000 in campaign…
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Authorities in Columbia are asking for the public’s help in locating a 31-year-old woman who hasn’t been seen since last month. The…
CHARLESTON, SC — Lowcountry communities are bracing for several more days of heavy rain, gusty thunderstorms, and potential flash flooding as a soggy pattern continues…
SOUTH CAROLINA — Federal officials have confirmed the discovery of four radioactive wasp nests at the Savannah River Site, a former nuclear weapons facility in…
BEAUFORT COUNTY, S.C. — Authorities are urgently seeking public assistance in identifying the driver behind a fatal hit-and-run that occurred earlier this month along US-21…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Federal officials have approved $150 million in grant funding for South Carolina’s recovery from Hurricane Helene, giving the state a major boost…
SOUTH CAROLINA — A wave of intense summer storms has generated nearly 100,000 lightning strikes across South Carolina this week, according to meteorologists tracking the…
CHEROKEE COUNTY, S.C. — Staff at the Gaffney EMS headquarters have been forced to relocate operations after flooding and structural damage disrupted services this week….
COLUMBIA, S.C. — A monumental tribute to one of South Carolina’s most influential Black leaders is coming to the State Capitol grounds. Robert Smalls, an…
SOUTH CAROLINA — New data from the South Carolina Department of Public Health shows a significant uptick in whooping cough, also known as pertussis, with…
COLUMBIA, S.C. – A wave of serious criminal charges has been issued against several inmates within South Carolina’s prison system, the Department of Corrections confirmed…
ATLANTA — As thousands of students across Georgia return to school this week, the FOX 5 Storm Team has released a detailed district-by-district forecast showing…
SOUTH CAROLINA — A family in Berkeley County has filed a lawsuit against Delta Airlines and its subsidiary Unifi Aviation after discovering that their lost…
KOBULETI, GEORGIA — A man in Kobuleti is facing serious criminal charges after allegedly attacking his ex-wife, violating a protective order, and intentionally damaging property,…
COLUMBIA, SC — The Georgian State Security Service (SSSG) has arrested Lasha Tsanava, a senior member of the opposition United National Movement (UNM), in an…
AIKEN, S.C. — Officials with the Department of Energy have confirmed the discovery of radioactive wasps at the Savannah River Site, a sprawling nuclear facility…
CHARLESTON, S.C. – A newly released federal report shows that South Carolina’s small business community is not only thriving but also increasingly diverse, with more…
GREENVILLE COUNTY, S.C. — South Carolina’s once-thriving dairy farming community is shrinking fast, and for many longtime family farms, the options have become clear: adapt…
SPARTANBURG, S.C. – With triple-digit temperatures baking the Upstate, emergency crews across Spartanburg County are stepping up efforts to protect vulnerable residents. Cooling centers are…
SOUTH CAROLINA — A prolonged heat wave is setting in across the Upstate region, with temperatures expected to hover near triple digits for the next…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — South Carolina officials are highlighting major progress in mental health crisis response as the state marks the three-year anniversary of the 988…
CLOVER, S.C. — Deputies in York County are looking for two suspects caught on video jumping a locked fence and setting off an explosive that…
GREENVILLE, S.C. – A Greyhound bus traveling from Charlotte to Atlanta was involved in a serious crash early Friday morning on Interstate 85, leaving 12…
ATLANTA, GEORGIA — Grammy-nominated rapper GloRilla, born Gloria Hallelujah Woods, was arrested in Georgia this week on multiple felony drug charges, marking her second run-in…
CHARLESTON, SC — George Sink Injury Lawyers, one of South Carolina’s most recognized personal injury law firms, has been named a 2025 Best of South…
SPARTANBURG, S.C. — South Carolina State Senator Josh Kimbrell, who recently launched a campaign for governor in the 2026 election, has surrendered his stake in…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Scout Motors has officially started hiring for its highly anticipated electric vehicle assembly plant in Blythewood, with the first wave of 70…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — South Carolina officials have confirmed the first Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) virus cases of 2025, after two horses — one in Jasper…
HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C. — A 49-year-old Indian national tragically drowned Thursday evening while swimming with his son off the coast of Hilton Head Island,…
AIKEN, SOUTH CAROLINA — Global power systems manufacturer Rolls-Royce is making a major commitment to its South Carolina operations with a $75 million investment in…
SOUTH CAROLINA — A commercial fisherman based in McClellanville has been sentenced to more than a year in federal prison after being convicted of falsifying…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — The family of a 12-year-old South Carolina boy who tragically died after contracting a rare brain-eating amoeba in Lake Murray has publicly…
COLUMBIA, SC — More than 8,000 acres of roadless land in South Carolina’s national forests could soon be vulnerable to development, logging, and mining, as…
COLUMBIA, SC — If you’ve driven through South Carolina lately, you’ve likely noticed a grim trend: an increase in roadkill scattered along highways, rural roads,…
COLUMBIA, SC — A South Carolina family is grieving the sudden loss of 12-year-old Jaysen Carr, who died after contracting a rare and deadly brain-eating…
NEWBERRY COUNTY, SC — A 13-year-old boy has been arrested after allegedly ransacking 11 unlocked vehicles across Newberry County over several days, according to Sheriff…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Two California brothers have been federally indicted following the largest fentanyl seizure in South Carolina’s history, according to an announcement from the…
GREENVILLE, SC — Matador Restaurant Group, the Greenville-based franchisee for Del Taco, has filed for bankruptcy after grappling with plummeting sales, surging costs, and burdensome…
GEORGIA — Russia has nearly doubled its pork exports to Georgia, hitting the highest level since November 2024, according to newly released data from RIA…
GEORGIA — Local tomato growers may soon see an unexpected boost thanks to a newly imposed U.S. tariff on imported Mexican tomatoes — a move…
GEORGIA/SOUTH CAROLINA — Hyundai Motor Group has slashed its electric vehicle (EV) exports to the United States by a staggering 88%, opting instead to boost…
SOUTH CAROLINA — Beginning September 1, 2025, drivers across the state will have to go hands-free, as South Carolina’s new mobile device law goes into…
SOUTH CAROLINA — A heat dome has settled over the Upstate region, locking in oppressive temperatures and pushing heat index values well above 100 degrees…
SOUTH CAROLINA — The University of South Carolina’s College of Pharmacy earned major recognition at the 2025 South Carolina Pharmacy Association (SCPhA) Awards, as faculty,…
SOUTH CAROLINA — First Community Corp, a prominent financial institution based in South Carolina and traded under NASDAQ: FCCO, delivered strong earnings for the second…
GREENVILLE, S.C. — Dangerous heat is sweeping across South Carolina this week as a heat dome settles over the region, trapping hot air and causing…
SOUTH CAROLINA – A federal judge has sentenced a Lowcountry commercial fisherman to one year and one day in prison, along with a $7,500 fine,…
SOUTH CAROLINA — As more customers rely on digital wallets and credit cards, some South Carolina businesses have started to go entirely cashless. But can…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — As the 2025–2026 academic year kicks off across South Carolina, students are returning to class with one major change in place: a…
CHARLESTON, S.C. — The South Carolina Shrimpers Association has filed a federal lawsuit against 25 Charleston-area restaurants, accusing them of deceiving customers by falsely advertising…
CHARLESTON, S.C. – The Bank of South Carolina Corporation has earned a spot on American Banker‘s prestigious list of the Top 100 publicly traded community…
PICKENS COUNTY, SOUTH CAROLINA — A nearly 60-year-old bridge on Crowe Creek Road collapsed Monday, prompting the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) to warn…
CHARLOTTE — A pedestrian was critically injured early Tuesday morning after being hit by a city transit bus in the heart of uptown Charlotte, according…
CHARLESTON, S.C. – The Bank of South Carolina has been ranked among the nation’s Top 100 publicly traded community banks, placing 66th on a prestigious…
DELAWARE — While the First State may be small, Delaware packs in an impressive mix of history, small-town charm, and coastal escapes that make it…
COLUMBIA, S.C. – South Carolina is investing an additional $200 million to address its rapidly aging bridge infrastructure, a move that comes just a year…
SOUTH CAROLINA — Health officials have confirmed a rare case of a brain-eating amoeba in a South Carolina resident who had recently been swimming in…
RIDGEWAY, S.C. – Southwinds Assisted Living in Ridgeway has been permanently closed by the South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) following a troubling pattern…
YORK COUNTY, S.C. – A high-speed police chase involving a stolen SUV ended in tragedy early Saturday morning near the South Carolina state line, leaving…
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Living in South Carolina may seem more affordable than in places like California or New York, but a new report shows it…
WYOMING — Step into Cody, and you’re stepping into a way of life that never faded. In this rugged town where the air still carries…
SPARTANBURG COUNTY, S.C. – A 19-year-old roadside construction worker is fighting for his life after being struck by a vehicle in an active work zone,…
SOUTH CAROLINA — A fast-developing thunderstorm system swept into Florence County Friday afternoon, prompting a National Weather Service alert for dangerous winds and minor hail…
FORT MILL, S.C. — With the first day of school quickly approaching, the South Carolina Department of Public Health is urging families to update their…
ISLE OF PALMS, S.C. — South Carolina’s coastal waters are home to several species of sea turtles that not only enrich the marine environment but…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — A prolonged stretch of intense heat will grip South Carolina starting Friday and continuing through Monday, with heat index values forecasted to…
SUNSET, S.C. — A small private plane made an emergency landing Thursday morning on the first fairway of Old Edwards Reserve at Lake Keowee, after…
SOUTHERN U.S. — A tropical disturbance churning in the Gulf of Mexico has triggered flood watches across multiple Gulf Coast states, with forecasters warning of…
EDISTO BEACH, S.C. — Three individuals were rescued Wednesday morning after spending the night clinging to an overturned boat near Otter Island, located off South…
COLUMBIA, SOUTH CAROLINA — As climate disasters intensify across the U.S., experts warn that the insurance industry may be the first domino to fall in…
SOUTH CAROLINA — With atmospheric carbon dioxide at dangerously high levels, scientists and entrepreneurs are racing to develop bold new solutions. One of the most…
SOUTH CAROLINA — Intense thunderstorms prompted the National Weather Service (NWS) Columbia SC to issue a flash flood warning late Monday afternoon, covering several counties…
CAROLINAS — French fries may seem like a simple side dish, but a recent nationwide survey suggests people have strong opinions about which type reigns…
COLUMBIA, S.C. – The South Carolina Department of Public Health (SCDPH) has officially deployed three mobile health clinics across the state, aiming to deliver free…
CHARLESTON, S.C. — Once a stronghold of South Carolina’s Black community, Charleston has experienced a dramatic demographic transformation over the past 40 years, sparking notable…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — South Carolina renters now have more legal protections under new 2025 laws that strengthen notice requirements, limit fast-track evictions, and improve access…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — South Carolina has officially enacted a new law in 2025 that protects vulnerable residents from having their electricity or water disconnected during…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — If you’re driving with a license plate frame or cover that blocks even a tiny portion of your plate, you could be…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — South Carolina law enforcement agencies are stepping up enforcement of car window tint violations, citing an increase in illegally darkened windows during…
SALUDA, S.C. — A new push to protect cyclists on South Carolina roads means drivers must now leave a minimum of three feet when passing…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — South Carolina has updated and clarified its child restraint law, requiring parents and guardians to use booster seats for most children under…
SALUDA, S.C. — South Carolina drivers are being hit with tougher enforcement for a law many don’t even know they’re breaking: failing to move over…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Many drivers in South Carolina assume they can always turn right at a red light — but that’s not always true. In…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — In a major push toward safer and smarter driving, South Carolina this year passed two landmark laws: a hands‑free and distracted driving…
ANDERSON COUNTY, S.C. — A 33-year-old former public school teacher is facing serious criminal charges after authorities say she carried out a “prolonged pattern of…
SOUTH CAROLINA — California Gov. Gavin Newsom is facing a new wave of criticism online as opponents call out his national travel schedule while his…
COLUMBIA, SOUTH CAROLINA — On this day in 2015, the Confederate battle flag was officially removed from the South Carolina State House grounds in a…
COLUMBIA, S.C. – As state leaders tout a budget surplus, South Carolina Republicans are turning up the heat on a long-running conservative priority: eliminating the…
ANDERSON COUNTY, S.C. — Emergency officials in Anderson County were called to the scene of a serious vehicle crash late Thursday evening, prompting a response…
GREENVILLE, S.C. – Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear will travel to South Carolina on Tuesday, July 16, for a two-part visit that will take him from…
CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, S.C. — A South Carolina mother and her two young children who were reported missing for nearly a week have been found safe,…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — A new consumer-friendly utility policy took effect in July 2025, providing crucial protection to South Carolina households. Under House Bill 3546, utility…
SOUTH CAROLINA — Health officials have confirmed a new case of measles in the Upstate region, the first reported instance in South Carolina since September…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Multiple South Carolina cities, including Myrtle Beach and Charleston, have enacted or expanded juvenile curfew laws in summer 2025, with new enforcement…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — In 2025, South Carolina cracked down on misuse of emergency communication systems with a law that expands penalties for false or harassing…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Organized crime in South Carolina is now being coordinated from the inside of state prisons, according to Attorney General Alan Wilson. He…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — As of July 1, 2025, thousands of low-income South Carolina adults gained access to critical dental care thanks to a major expansion…
PICKENS, S.C. — California Governor Gavin Newsom made a surprise appearance in Pickens County this week, energizing local Democrats while stirring sharp criticism from conservative…
SPARTANBURG COUNTY, S.C. – A boil water advisory has been issued for certain areas of Spartanburg County after a water main break disrupted local water…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — A sweeping change to South Carolina’s marriage laws took effect this summer, officially banning all marriages involving individuals under age 18. The…
SPARTANBURG, S.C. – One of South Carolina’s most beloved food institutions, The Beacon Drive-In, is celebrating a major milestone: 80 years of serving the Spartanburg…
SOUTH CAROLINA — South Carolina drivers will soon face new restrictions behind the wheel. Beginning September 1, 2025, a statewide hands-free driving law will take…
LAURENS COUNTY, S.C. — A South Carolina mother has filed a lawsuit against Laurens County and the City of Clinton after her 11-year-old son was…
BEAUFORT COUNTY, S.C. — A family trip to the South Carolina coast turned tragic on Independence Day when a Union County father lost his life…
LAURENS COUNTY, S.C. — Authorities have identified the two young victims killed in a tragic boating crash on Lake Greenwood over the holiday weekend. Both…
RICHBURG, S.C. — A high-speed police chase that began with a stolen vehicle report in Charlotte ended in a crash on Interstate 77 Tuesday evening…
CLOVER, S.C. — A fatal stabbing early Sunday morning has shaken the quiet Cutter Point Drive neighborhood in Clover. Authorities say the victim was a…
FOUNTAIN INN, S.C. — A young woman is recovering in the hospital after being shot in the face during what police suspect was a road…
MAULDIN, S.C. — A police chase through the streets of Mauldin ended with four teenagers arrested Monday night after they allegedly fled officers in a…
SOUTH CAROLINA — A new law quietly went into effect this month requiring many South Carolina gun owners to secure their firearms using a gun…
SOUTH CAROLINA — South Carolina’s expanding network of license plate reader (LPR) cameras is meant to enforce tolls and traffic laws — but it’s also…
GREENVILLE, S.C. — In a powerful display of interstate solidarity, South Carolina is sending a specialized search-and-rescue team to Central Texas to help with flood…
FOLLY BEACH, S.C. — A routine day on the coast turned into a dramatic wildlife rescue when 17-year-old lifeguard Richard Miller noticed an osprey struggling…
JENKINSVILLE, S.C. — The long-stalled VC Summer nuclear project in South Carolina is once again drawing attention, as utility provider Santee Cooper reports renewed investor…
RURAL SOUTH CAROLINA — California Governor Gavin Newsom delivered a fierce speech during his visit to a rural South Carolina town this week, urging voters…
SOUTH CAROLINA — A prominent South Carolina figure is calling out California Governor Gavin Newsom after a now-viral video showed a group of thieves ramming…
SOUTH CAROLINA — California Governor Gavin Newsom made a surprise visit to South Carolina this week, meeting with local residents to discuss the impacts of…
SOUTH CAROLINA — In a move that’s quietly reshaping how driving violations and tolls are enforced across the state, South Carolina is now deploying license…
SOUTH CAROLINA — If you’re caught texting while driving in South Carolina, you’ll now pay much more than just a slap on the wrist. A…
SOUTH CAROLINA — Planning a hike, picnic, or camping trip this summer? South Carolina just made it more expensive to enjoy its state parks. A…
SOUTH CAROLINA — A major legal change taking effect this month gives renters more time to fight evictions in South Carolina. Under a new law…
SOUTH CAROLINA — If you’re ordering beer, wine, or spirits for home delivery in South Carolina, expect to have your ID scanned at the door…
SOUTH CAROLINA — Starting July 1, 2025, South Carolina has made it much riskier to participate in or even watch illegal street races. A new…
SOUTH CAROLINA — A new law that took effect July 1, 2025, has officially banned Delta-8 THC across the state, making it illegal to possess,…
SUMMERVILLE, S.C. — Dutch Bros Coffee, a rapidly growing drive-thru coffee chain known for its vibrant energy and handcrafted drinks, is opening its first-ever South…
S.C. — A 64-year-old South Carolina man has been sentenced to 17 years in prison after pleading guilty to stabbing a fellow customer during a…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — California Governor Gavin Newsom’s recent visit to South Carolina has sparked a wave of backlash from critics who argue the Democrat is…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — The National Education Association (NEA), the largest teachers union in the United States, has adopted a controversial new business item identifying South…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — California Governor Gavin Newsom’s visit to South Carolina this week has ignited a fiery political exchange, with state officials, pundits, and national…
SOUTH CAROLINA — Before cotton dominated Southern agriculture, there was indigo — a rich blue dye extracted from the Indigofera plant that once served as…
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Federal prosecutors have charged more than a dozen individuals across North and South Carolina in what authorities are calling one of the…
WILMINGTON, N.C. – As Tropical Storm Chantal pushes through the Atlantic, lifeguards in coastal North Carolina have rescued at least 15 swimmers from dangerous rip…
COLUMBIA, SOUTH CAROLINA — In a pivotal win for pro-life advocates, South Carolina has successfully cut off Medicaid funding to Planned Parenthood, following a landmark…
SOUTH CAROLINA — As Texas reels from devastating flash floods that swept across Central Texas earlier this week, officials in South Carolina have joined a…
FORT MILL, S.C. – As South Carolina residents gear up for Independence Day celebrations, many are finding higher fireworks prices and fewer choices at local…
DARLINGTON COUNTY, S.C. – A 27-year-old deputy was shot and killed in what officials are calling an ambush during a late-night warrant operation Tuesday in…
CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, S.C. – A tragic crash in Chesterfield County has left one person dead after a pickup truck collided with a tree that had…
COLUMBIA, S.C. – With thousands expected on the water for the Fourth of July weekend, South Carolina officials are ramping up efforts to keep boaters…
NORTH MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. – A large-scale search is underway for a 21-year-old swimmer who disappeared in the waters off North Myrtle Beach on Wednesday…
CHARLESTON, S.C. – A newly formed tropical storm off the South Carolina coast is expected to deliver heavy rainfall, flash flooding, and dangerous surf conditions…
COLUMBIA, S.C. – South Carolina’s job market is gaining momentum as the state added thousands of new positions heading into the summer months, according to…
LANCASTER COUNTY, S.C. – A 74-year-old Lancaster County man who was reported missing on Independence Day while attempting to visit his hospitalized wife has been…
SOUTH CAROLINA — For many families across the Palmetto State, Independence Day carries personal meaning, but few can match the poignant legacy of Jeremiah Vereen,…
COLUMBIA, SC — Former South Carolina Lieutenant Governor André Bauer officially declared his candidacy for the U.S. Senate on July 4, igniting a storm of…
SOUTH CAROLINA — As Americans celebrated Independence Day this year, a resurfaced reminder on social media reignited historical reflections about the critical role of Southern…
WASHINGTON, D.C. — South Carolina Congresswoman Nancy Mace turned heads — and stirred up social media — after showing up to vote on the federal…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Two South Carolina Highway Patrol troopers became unlikely animal rescuers this week when a loose pig brought traffic to a halt on…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — A heated debate over government spending and federal dependence has ignited online after a viral post highlighted that 40% of South Carolina’s…
DARLINGTON COUNTY, S.C. — The law enforcement community across South Carolina is mourning the loss of Deputy Sheriff Frank “Devin” Mason, who tragically died in…
SOUTH CAROLINA — California Governor Gavin Newsom is scheduled to visit South Carolina next week as part of a two-day tour that’s sparking renewed speculation…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — South Carolina’s Fetal Heartbeat and Protection from Abortion Act is being credited with saving more than 5,100 unborn lives in its first…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — New changes to how judges are selected in South Carolina officially took effect this week, marking a significant shift in one of…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — South Carolina’s annual Tax Free Weekend is returning from Friday, August 1 through Sunday, August 3, 2025, giving shoppers across the state…
COLUMBIA, SC — A bill in the South Carolina State House is drawing attention for aiming to stop school districts from forcing teachers to give…
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. – South Carolina’s newly signed Energy Security Act is drawing sharp debate across the state, with lawmakers and energy advocates warning that…
SALUDA COUNTY, SC — Plans for the long-awaited Saluda Grade Trail are gaining momentum after a nonprofit finalized the $28.5 million purchase of 31.5 miles…
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – A sharp uptick in cellphone thefts across Charlotte’s bustling South End has prompted a public alert from the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department, which…
GEORGETOWN COUNTY, S.C. – While Charleston and Myrtle Beach steal the spotlight, savvy locals and in-the-know travelers are heading to South Carolina’s Hammock Coast —…
SOUTH CAROLINA – Whether you’re craving porch swing mornings or riverside strolls, South Carolina has emerged as one of the nation’s top retirement destinations, offering…
WALTERBORO, SC — A total of 10 people were killed on South Carolina roadways over the weekend, according to a preliminary report released by the…
COLUMBIA, SC — As of July 1, South Carolina residents can now purchase lottery tickets using debit cards, ending the long-standing cash-only restriction. The change,…
CHARLESTON, SC — A prominent South Carolina nonprofit leader has received the state’s highest civilian honor in recognition of her decades-long commitment to building a…
MOUNT PLEASANT, SC — Town officials in Mount Pleasant are evaluating sobering new research that forecasts multi-million dollar flood damages by 2050 if major storm…
COLUMBIA, SC — Wrongful death claims in South Carolina often emerge after tragic accidents or acts of negligence — and when grieving families seek justice,…
COLUMBIA, SC — Two South Carolina residents have been indicted as part of what federal officials are calling the largest healthcare fraud and illegal drug…
BARNWELL COUNTY, SC — Canadian paper packaging firm Cascades Inc. has officially sold its recycled tissue mill in Barnwell County to a U.S.-based tissue manufacturer,…
COLUMBIA, SC — Clean energy tax incentives are powering a dramatic transformation across South Carolina — helping businesses invest, jobs multiply, and the state’s aging…
GREENVILLE, SC — As Greenville continues to grow, its healthcare infrastructure is expanding alongside it. Novant Health has received approval to build a new 20-bed…
CHARLESTON, SC — Starting July 1, new state regulations will take effect across South Carolina’s blue crab fishing industry, marking a major shift aimed at…
YORK COUNTY, SC — U.S. Rep. Ralph Norman may soon add his name to the growing list of Republicans vying to become South Carolina’s next…
LEXINGTON COUNTY, South Carolina — A quiet summer afternoon turned dangerous on Tuesday when a lightning strike at Dominion Beach Park, near the Lake Murray…
