Invasive spotted lanternfly detected in South Carolina

GREENVILLE, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - Clemson University said an invasive spotted lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula) has been detected for the first time in South Carolina. Clemson University’s Department of Plant Industry (DPI) confirmed the detection...

A look at where South Carolina’s controversial Confederate flag sits 10 years later

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - A decade ago, South Carolina made international headlines when the Confederate battle flag was permanently removed from State House grounds. The move came following a deadly, racially-motivated mass shooting at Mother...

An invasive pest just showed up in South Carolina

The spotted lanternfly has been confirmed in South Carolina, where it threatens grapes, fruit trees, and hardwoods. Officials want help tracking it. GREENVILLE, S.C. — A new invasive species has been identified in South Carolina, posing an...

Crop-threatening pest spreads to South Carolina for first time

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) - An invasive insect that’s a threat to agriculture has been spotted in South Carolina after being found for the first time in Georgia last fall. The recent discovery of spotted lanternflies in South Carolina was the...

Scout Motors to begin hiring process for dozens of skilled workers in South Carolina

Scout Motors is looking for more than 70 maintenance technicians for its Blythewood plant, with pre-hire and interview events beginning on July 29. BLYTHEWOOD, S.C. — Scout Motors has announced weekly events, starting in late July, to fill dozens...

California Governor Ignites 2028 Speculation With Fiery Trump Rebuke In South Carolina: “We Cannot Let Him Win!”

California Governor Blasts “America in Reverse” Agenda During South Carolina Tour, Decries L.A. National Guard Deployment California Governor Gavin Newsom launched a blistering attack on President Trump during a visit to South Carolina on Tuesday,...

2 men arrested after 18-year-old shot in face during South Carolina road rage incident

2 men arrested after 18-year-old shot in face during South Carolina road rage incident The alleged gunman is charged with attempted murder. THAT'S A LOOK AT SPORTS, KEEP IT HERE. THIS MORNING ON WJCL 22 NEWS - HONORS FOR FALLEN SOLDIERS. THE 4...

UDT to open new tech facility in South Carolina

​ UDT to open new integration and repair center in Irmo Facility supports lifecycle services for tech fleet management Capacity to process up to 30,000 devices monthly Supports Southeast U.S. and provides national redundancy A national technology...

Scouting LaNorris Sellers: South Carolina quarterback similar to Daunte Culpepper

Biggest takeaway: I was blown away by Sellers' lower-body strength to shrug off defensive linemen inside the pocket. He has some incredible escapes because of his quickness, but it was his ability to pull through tackles or absorb contact and...

Georgia, South Carolina to crackdown on speeding next week

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Georgia and South Carolina law enforcement will target speeding and aggressive driving starting Monday as part of the Operation Southern Slow Down initiative. Georgia and South Carolina are part of a five-state...

K-9 finds 36 lbs. of marijuana in traffic stop; suspect held for ICE

A man has been arrested after a traffic stop in Sumter County, South Carolina, led to a drug trafficking charge. On July 17, around 4:40 p.m., Eyian V. Robotham, originally from Jamaica, was seen by a Sumter County Sheriff’s deputy driving at a...

Newsom’s South Carolina visit should remove any doubts about his political goals | Dan Walters

If anyone still harbors doubts that Gavin Newsom is contemplating a run for the White House in 2028, this week’s sojourn into South Carolina for some schmoozing with local politicians and photo ops with common folk should dispel them. Although...

South Carolina, national gas prices fall over holiday weekend

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - The average price of gas in the state of South Carolina took a double-digit tumble in the past week, a trend that may continue if things remain stable internationally. Gas prices dropped by 11 cents per gallon in the past...

Newsom's South Carolina trip, regional homeless agency update, birthright citizenship order blocked

Newsom’s South Carolina visit should end all doubt about his goals | Other views

If anyone still harbors doubts that Gavin Newsom is contemplating a run for the White House in 2028, this week’s sojourn into South Carolina for some schmoozing with local politicians and photo ops with common folk should dispel them. Although...

Columbia journalist releases novel set in South Carolina

Jessica Brodie with her new novel, The Memory Garden A Columbia journalist has released a novel set in the Palmetto State, and it’s receiving both acclaim and strong sales. Jessica Brodie, who has served as editor-in-chief of the Columbia-based...

What has Gov. Newsom been up to in South Carolina?

FROM INSURANCE COMPANIES AND GOVERNOR GAVIN NEWSOM TONIGHT IS MAKING HIS WAY TO SOUTH CAROLINA. YEAH, THIS TRIP TO THE NATION’S SOUTH. A FURTHER FUELING SOME SPECULATION THAT HE’S RUNNING FOR PRESIDENT. WE’VE BEEN HEARING THAT QUITE A BIT IN THE...

Glimpse of Newsom’s presidential appeal, challenges seen during South Carolina tour

FLORENCE, S.C. — After nearly six months of President Trump in the White House, California Gov. Gavin Newsom descended on a coffee shop in this small South Carolina city to preach his gospel of resistance. Suddenly, Democrats here felt they were...

ralph norman highlights tax relief measures for south carolina workers

Rep. Ralph Norman, U.S. Representative for South Carolina's 5th District | Official U.S. House headshot Rep. Ralph Norman, U.S. Representative for South Carolina's 5th District | Official U.S. House headshot Ralph Norman, a U.S. Congressman...

Here are South Carolina football, LaNorris Sellers' ratings in EA Sports College Football 26

COLUMBIA — Though South Carolina football doesn't kick off until Aug. 31, fans can pass time by playing as the Gamecocks in EA Sports' "College Football 26". The standard version of the game is available as of July 10, but for those who preordered...