SC House explores impeachment of solicitor over handling of high-profile murder cases
COLUMBIA — A hardline faction of the state House’s GOP supermajority wants to impeach the Democratic chief prosecutor for two Midlands counties. It’s unclear whether legislators even have that authority. So, a House Judiciary panel voted Tuesday to find out. Members of the House Freedom Caucus accuse 5th Circuit...
South Carolina Physician Assistants to protest outside statehouse Wednesday
COLUMBIA S.C (WCIV) — Physician assistants from across South Carolina plan to gather at the State House on Wednesday to urge lawmakers to loosen practice rules they say are worsening the state’s already severe shortage of healthcare providers. More than 90 PAs and PA students are expected to...
One person dead, one arrested following shooting incident during iPhone sale in South Carolina
SOUTH CAROLINA — A man in Richland County, South Carolina, was shot and killed during what authorities say was supposed to be an iPhone sale. According to the Richland County Sheriff’s Department, 23-year-old Rasheed Hawkins met the victim under the pretense of buying the phone but intended to rob him. During the...
7 No-Frills Steakhouses in South Carolina Where The Steaks Are Out-Of-This-World
Looking for amazing steaks in South Carolina without all the fancy stuff?. These 7 steakhouses offer incredible flavors and down-to-earth dining experiences!. 1. Legends Steakhouse (Newberry) When folks talk about hidden gems in South Carolina, Legends Steakhouse in Newberry often tops the list. This place doesn’t...
SLED lottery fraud investigation yields arrest, officials say
SPARTANBURG COUNTY, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - A Spartanburg man was charged following an investigation into lottery fraud. According to the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED), John Wesley Lipscomb Jr., 57, was charged on Feb. 11 with two counts of intent to defraud and counterfeit game tickets. SLED said the...
West Columbia Police say barricaded person scene is now clear
WEST COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - The West Columbia Police Department said that the scene of a person who has reportedly barricaded themselves in a residence located in the 1400 block of Platt Springs Road is now clear. The police department said that officers responded to the scene Tuesday afternoon to...
Topiary artist brings unique touch to renovated Finlay Park
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - The newly renovated Finlay Park features pristine walkways, a massive amphitheater stage and a modern playground, but visitors may not immediately notice the carefully crafted greenery that frames these attractions. Michael Gibson, a topiary artist with 32 years of experience, has spent over 20...
Firefighters battle Monday evening blaze off Bluff Road
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Firefighters from Columbia-Richland Fire Department's 3rd Shift made quick work of a kitchen fire at a home on Riley Street, off Bluff Road, Monday evening. Arriving at the scene, firefighters observed smoke coming from the roofline of the house. Crews then made entry through the front of the house...
Columbia VA Office to host claims clinic
The Columbia Veteran's Affairs (VA) Regional Office will host a Veteran Experience Action Center (VEAC) claims clinic March 19–21 from 9 a.m.–3 p.m. each day at the South Carolina National Guard Armory (1328 Old Dairy Rd.). This three-day event will provide Veterans, caregivers and family members with personalized,...
LIVE: Chapin Town Council holds final vote on ordinance giving mayor power to hire,...
CHAPIN, S.C. (WIS) - Chapin Town Council is set to hold its final vote Tuesday on an ordinance that would give the mayor, currently Bill Mitchell, the ability to hire and fire key town leaders. Under the proposed ordinance, the director of finance and the chief of police would report...

















