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Too young for the MMR shot, babies become ‘sitting ducks’ in measles outbreaks
Babies too young to be vaccinated are among the most vulnerable in measles outbreaks like the one in South Carolina Powered by WPeMatico
Columbia residents voice concerns over zoning change that could impact proposed North Main gas station
A proposed Murphy gas station and zoning change along North Main Street is drawing scrutiny from residents and planning commission officials. Powered by WPeMatico
Christmas decoration sold through Sam’s Club poses burn risk, 2,460 units recalled
Those who bought the $170 outdoor reindeer decoration can get a refund or a repair kit. Powered by WPeMatico
How to watch the Artemis II return to earth live
Nearly a dozen streaming services will carry live coverage of the Artemis II mission’s splashdown off the coast of San Diego. Powered by WPeMatico
Richland County jail detainee faces attempted murder charge; investigators also looking into unrelated death at facility
A Richland County jail detainee faces attempted murder charges after a stabbing Wednesday. He was already in custody on kidnapping and armed robbery charges. Powered by WPeMatico
Liberty STEAM Charter School adding middle school athletics; multiple sports planned with new facility expected in 2027
Liberty STEAM Charter School is adding middle school athletics with several sports planned. School leaders say families have been asking for this for some time. Powered by WPeMatico
Federal judge finds Pentagon is violating court order to restore access to reporters
The judge said the defense secretary’s team tried to evade his March 20 ruling by putting in rules expelling reporters from the building unless guided by escorts. Powered by WPeMatico
USPS seeks 4-cent stamp hike, suspends pension contributions amid cash crisis
The last USPS stamp price increase for First-Class Mail Forever stamps went into effect in July 2025, raising the price by 5 cents from 73 cents to 78 cents. Powered by WPeMatico
Texas man gets jail time for walking in Yellowstone thermal area
Federal officials urged travelers heading to Yellowstone National Park to stay safe and follow park regulations. Powered by WPeMatico
Justice Department is investigating the NFL for potential anticompetitive practices, AP source says
The government official said the investigation is “about affordability for consumers and creating an even playing field for providers.” Powered by WPeMatico
Bill would allow vending machines to dispense lottery tickets
South Carolina is the only state that does not allow lottery ticket vending machines. Powered by WPeMatico
7-year-old girl recovering after 18 rounds fired into home; Fairfield County charges seven
A 7-year-old girl is recovering from a leg injury after Fairfield County deputies say a targeted shooting sent 18 rounds into a house. Powered by WPeMatico
Automatic registration for US military draft will likely start in December
By the end of this year, teens might be registered for the military draft without even realizing it. Powered by WPeMatico
How to get tickets for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics
Tickets are being sold through a draw system, with more opportunities expected ahead of the 2028 Games in Los Angeles. Powered by WPeMatico