State opposes death row inmate’s request to delay execution
The SC Attorney General's Office is urging the state Supreme Court to deny a death row inmate's request to delay his execution past the holidays.
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Sumter Police working to find missing 19-year-old
Authorities are working to find 19-year-old Monique Helton of Flamingo Road in Sumter.
1 dead after crash in Clarendon County
One person is dead after a crash in Clarendon County.
State Christmas tree arriving in Columbia today
South Carolina’s official Christmas tree is expected to arrive at the State House Monday morning, marking another sign of the holiday season.
11 dogs rescued, Richland County man charged with animal fighting
A Richland County man was arrested for allegedly using dogs for fights after 11 dogs were rescued by the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED).
INTERVIEW: Gov.-elect Alan Wilson on his priorities, goals after election win
WIS sat down with Alan Wilson, South Carolina's governor-elect, for nearly 40 minutes after his win in Tuesday's election.
Sumter County man facing charges after shots fired during dispute
A Sumter County man has been charged with domestic violence for allegedly firing a weapon after a domestic dispute turned violent.
U.S. Sen. Cory Booker to visit South Carolina for NAACP events
U.S. Sen. Cory Booker of New Jersey is scheduled to visit South Carolina twice this month for NAACP events in Sumter and Charleston.
Gov.-Elect Wilson, Lt. Gov.-Elect Reichenbach to hold first transition press conference
Governor-Elect Alan Wilson and Lieutenant Governor-Elect Mike Reichenbach will hold their first transition press conference in Columbia on Friday.
SC Governor-elect Alan Wilson discusses the election
Alan Wilson reflected on the midterm election and the transition from attorney general to governor, emphasizing plans to use the office to reshape state government over the next four years.
Sumter volunteers pack Thanksgiving meal boxes for veterans in need
Volunteers in Sumter are stepping up ahead of the holidays to ensure local military veterans do not go hungry.
Former Gamecock QB Connor Shaw talks recovery, heart health advocacy
Former South Carolina quarterback Connor Shaw recently sat down with WIS to reflect on his recovery and discuss his statewide advocacy work, just over a year after surviving sudden cardiac arrest.
Pastor’s march to Columbia honors blinded WWII veteran Isaac Woodard
A faith leader from Boston began a 40-mile walk before dawn Thursday from Batesburg-Leesville to Columbia, retracing Highway 1 to demand state lawmakers establish a study commission on racial harm and remedies.
Arrests made in Sumter County drug bust
Two men were arrested after a drug bust earlier this week in Sumter County.
Governor orders State Capitol flags to be lowered half-staff
South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster ordered that that the flags atop the State Capitol be lowered to half-staff on Thursday.
Democrats break GOP House supermajority in South Carolina
The political aftershocks of Tuesday's election are continuing to ripple through South Carolina, where Democrats picked up 10 seats in the state House.
How split-ticket voters decided South Carolina’s top races
As election results are certified across South Carolina, state voting data reveals how ticket-splitting voters shaped the state's biggest races.
Parenting Takes a Village: Inside the Champions for Children golf tournament
An annual charity golf tournament held at Cobblestone Park Golf Club in Blythewood has raised over $1.4 million to support children in need across South Carolina.
Sumter County man facing fraud charges
A Sumter County man has been charged in connection with an ongoing, multi-county insurance fraud investigation, according to SLED.
South Carolina gubernatorial candidates hold final campaign events ahead of Election Day
Candidates in the race for South Carolina governor held their final campaign events Monday night, making a last push to voters ahead of Tuesday’s election.
Murdaugh defense accuses the state, SLED investigators of misconduct
Alex Murdaugh’s defense team filed a 235-page compendium requesting the judge dismiss his murder incitements due to alleged misconduct from the prosecution.
Lee County 5-year-old found safe
The Lee County Sheriff’s Office reported a five-year-old girl missing.
Lee County 5-year-old missing, deputies say
The Lee County Sheriff’s Office reported a five-year-old girl missing.
Meeting Street Scholarship Fund expands to Orangeburg County seniors
A college scholarship that once served only Charleston County students is now expanding to high school seniors across South Carolina.
Manning nursing assistant charged with exploitation a vulnerable adult
The Sumter County Sheriff’s Office arrested a nursing assistance after she allegedly exploited a vulnerable adult for financial gain.
African American History Calendar unveiling to be hosted in West Columbia
The South Carolina Department of Education will unveil its 2027 African American History Calendar Thursday evening.
SC Dept. of Education to unveil 2027 African American History Calendar tonight
The South Carolina Department of Education will unveil its 2027 African American History Calendar tonight, celebrating South Carolinians whose service and sacrifice helped shape the state and nation.
Man charged with burglary, arson of Sumter motel
A man was arrested on charges of second-degree arson and first-degree burglary by the Sumter County Sheriff’s Office.
Newberry County deputies assist in investigation for discovered body
The Newberry County Sheriff’s Office is assisting SLED and the Laurens County Sheriff’s Office after a body was discovered in Waterloo.
1 dead, 2 hurt in shooting outside Clarendon County lounge, deputies say
Clarendon County Sheriff’s Office deputies said three men were reportedly shot at Big Daddy’s Lounge after an argument on Saturday night.
1 dead in Clarendon County house fire
The Clarendon County Sheriff’s Office responded to a fire at a Bomar Trail residence that killed one person.
Driver runs off road into tree, dies in Clarendon County
A driver died in a crash while driving on I-95 southbound at the 133 mile marker, according to the South Carolina Highway Patrol.
Pinewood officials declare ‘boil water advisory’ due to water main break
The Town of Pinewood asked residents on Monday to boil their water for one full minute before drinking or cooking.
Sumter Police warn of ‘jury duty’ cryptocurrency scam
The Sumter Police Department reported a spike in scam calls demanding cryptocurrency payments for missed jury duty.
Manning officer fired, under SLED investigation after son charged in double murder
A Manning police officer was fired this month after reportedly helping his son, who is charged in a Sumter County double murder.
Former state Sen. Katrina Shealy endorses Rep. Jermaine Johnson for governor
A Republican, former South Carolina Senator gave her endorsement to Rep. Jermaine Johnson for governor.
SCDOT to begin work to relocate Farrow Road and Wilson Boulevard during construction of I-77 interchange
SCDOT will begin work to relocate Farrow Road and Wilson Boulevard (US-21) as part of the construction of the new interchange at Exit 26.
McMaster creates Governor’s Conservation Commission by executive order
Gov. McMaster issued an Executive Order establishing the Governor’s Conservation Commission to strengthen collaboration on preserving SC's natural resources, wildlife, historic sites, and cultural heritage.
Family of Airman who drowned in Lake Wateree files $50M claim against U.S. government
The family of a 23-year-old Airman at Shaw Air Force Base who drowned in Lake Wateree files a $50M claim against the U.S. government.
Lexington County woman charged with insurance fraud
The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) announced the arrest of 43-year-old Shante Bethel, charging her with forgery of $10,000 or more.
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SLED: 5 women with insurance fraud
SLED has charged five women with insurance fraud following an investigation requested by the S.C. Department of Insurance.
‘No Kings’ demonstrators rally outside SC State House ahead of early voting
As “No Kings” protests were held across the country on Saturday, demonstrators gathered outside the South Carolina State House in Columbia.
State probation department adds K-9 officers to detect hidden devices
Rocky and Hunter were sworn in at the State House to help find hidden electronics used to exploit children