South Carolina officials confirm eight new measle cases, total at 33

(WACH) — The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) confirmed eight new cases of measles in Spartanburg County, bringing the state’s total for 2025 to 33. RELATED | Two new Upstate measle cases bring South Carolina's total to 25 30 cases...

South Carolina lawmakers form committee to address rise in juvenile crime

Members of the committee say its formation highlights the need for more prevention and intervention efforts. COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina House Speaker announced Tuesday the creation of a new committee aimed at tackling the growing problem...

Outbreaks in Southwest, South Carolina grow as US tracks 40 more measles cases

Two hotspots for measles activity in the United States—neighboring counties in Arizona and Utah and Upstate South Carolina—are reporting more measles cases, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says the United States now has...

Edge rusher Dylan Stewart added to South Carolina football injury report vs Ole Miss

(This story was updated to add the latest information) COLUMBIA — South Carolina football will be without quarterback LaNorris Sellers' younger brother against Ole Miss and now might be without star defender Dylan Stewart. Freshman wide receiver...

Where to get aid in the Coastal Empire, Lowcountry as SNAP benefits run out

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - Starting November 1, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits are not available in Georgia or South Carolina as the government shutdown continues. SNAP provides monthly funds for families to buy groceries....

South Carolina launches statewide effort to support food banks during SNAP suspension

South Carolina launches statewide effort to support food banks during SNAP suspension "While South Carolina cannot fully replace federal SNAP benefits, we can and we will step up to help our neighbors," Updated: 3:17 PM EDT Oct 28, 2025 Editorial...

Mother shoots, kills escaped research monkey to ‘protect’ her children

One of the monkeys that escaped last week after a truck overturned on a Mississippi highway was shot and killed early Sunday by a mother who said she feared for the safety of her children. Jessica Bond Ferguson said her 16-year-old son alerted her...

Russell Vought’s war on birth control

The health policy nonprofit Kaiser Family Foundation has released the results of its most recent Women’s Health Survey and the data show a 4% decrease in the use of oral contraceptives, down from 33% in 2022 to 29% in 2024. While some of the drop...

South Carolina measles outbreak continues to grow, health officials say

SPARTANBURG, S.C. (WBTV) - The total number of measles cases in Upstate South Carolina is 30, making up the majority of the 33 cases reported statewide in the first 10 months of 2025. As a result, the South Carolina Department of Public Health...

South Carolina parents charged after toddler's overdose prompts investigation

South Carolina parents charged with neglect after child’s overdose, deputies say WE HAVE A LOOK AT TODAY’S TOP NEWS STORIES. YOUR TRAFFIC AND WEATHER ALL BEFORE YOU HEAD OUT THE DOOR. WE START WITH A STUDENT AT THE UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA...

6 Things That Can Go Seriously Wrong If You Skip Winter Tree Pruning, According to Experts

Key Takeaways Failing to prune trees can lead to structural weakness in limbs and the overall stability of the tree. Weak or too-large trees can cause thousands in damage, threaten injury, and cause power outages. Failure to prune fruit-bearing...

Hospital’s ‘Halo Hall of Fame’ Celebrates Kids Undergoing Halo Traction

@shrinerschildrens After 49 days in halo traction, 4-year-old Phoenix makes her red carpet debut to unveil her photo on the Halo Hall of Fame at Shriners Children’s Greenville. #shrinerschildrens #scoliosis #halotraction #childrenshospital ♬ Happy...

South Carolina governor mobilizes aid as SNAP benefits pause

South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster held a news conference Tuesday to talk about the state's response to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits being halted on Nov. 1.(Watch full news conference in video player above)Last week,...

‘Breaks my heart’: SNAP funding uncertainty drives Upstate families to food pantries

GREENVILLE, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - Thousands of families across the Upstate are turning to food pantries as SNAP benefits remain unfunded. SNAP benefits did not go out November 1, as funding sits in limbo during the federal government shutdown....

600,000 in South Carolina face huge health insurance spikes

Ensco plc today reported fourth quarter 2014 results that included:. $2.998 billion or $12.93 per share of non-cash goodwill impairments in continuing operations $925 million or $3.77 per share of non-cash asset impairments $517 million or $2.21...

A top-10 upset, 27 points from Blakes and UConn on tap: Women's college hoops is back!

That didn't take long. A top-10 upset helped tip off the opening day of the 2025-26 women's college basketball season. The No. 7 Duke Blue Devils, an Elite Eight team last spring, fell 58-52 to the No. 16 Baylor Bears in the opener of the Oui-Play...

South Carolina food banks brace for SNAP cutoff amid soaring demand

Organizations like Harvest Hope Food Bank and Progressive Church Food Pantry are urging community support through food drives and donations as they struggle to keep COLUMBIA, S.C. — Thousands of South Carolinians are bracing for the loss of...

Munis steady to open November after best October performance in 30 years

Munis were little changed to start the month as U.S. Treasuries saw losses and equities were mixed. The two-year muni-UST ratio Monday was at 68%, the five-year at 64%, the 10-year at 67% and the 30-year at 88%, according to Municipal Market...

6 deaths, 27 illnesses tied to outbreak from prepared pasta meals

Updated on: November 3, 2025 / 1:49 PM EST / CBS News Health officials say six deaths and 27 illnesses across 18 states are now linked to a listeria outbreak tied to prepared pasta meals sold at major grocery chains including Kroger and Trader...

South Carolina college student dies after collapsing at campus gym

South Carolina college student dies after collapsing at campus gym EMS arrived, performing life-saving measures and took the student to a nearby hospital, where they were pronounced dead. THAT'S A LOOK AT SPORTS, KEEP IT HERE. THIS MORNING ON WJCL...