We are well into the new semester at the University of South Carolina. But a controversy from over the summer continues to hover over the campus.

Thursday was a grim day for the law enforcement community.

This week, a new study came out that highlights the continuing struggles teachers in South Carolina face.

Friday, a highly important event is happening in honor of firefighter Stephen Sillerthe heart of downtown Columbia.

For most of us, the memories of that day in 2001 are still vivid. The coordinated attacks on our people left an emotional scar that will never fully heal.

As we mark 18 years since the tragedy of 9/11, South Carolina honored our fallen heroes, first responders and our military in Columbia.

Last week, I spoke of the minuscule checks some former customers of SCE&G were receiving in the mail as part of a class-action lawsuit settlement. In some cases, the checks were so small, they weren’t even worth the cost of mailing.

We have been flooded with questions and comments from WIS viewers about refund checks from the former SCANA and SCE&G, now Dominion Energy.

Are you sick of seeing crashes as you travel throughout the state? We certainly are.

Chances are you’ll be one of the nearly 700,000 South Carolinians expected to hit the road for extended holiday travel.

Buzz over next year’s Presidential election is growing. And that has South Carolina firmly in the spotlight.

It has been nearly three months since USC student Samantha Josephson was killed after authorities say she mistakenly got into a car she thought was her Uber ride.

Over the past week, we have consistently seen temperatures near the century mark. Schools will soon be letting out. And pools have started to open for the season. Yes, summer is here.

The holiday weekend is here, and as such, I’d like to take a few moments to acknowledge all those who served before me.

Again and again, deadly shootings happen in the heart of the Midlands. It seems like we hear about them every day.

Wednesday was an incredible day for South Carolina educators.

Regardless, the announcement of the university’s 29th President is imminent.

A Columbia native and USC Upstate student who was shot and killed just months before his graduation will be honored during May commencement ceremonies.

A South Carolina state senator who represents the area where a fifth grader died after an elementary school fight last week says it was only a small scuffle.

There are few things we take more pride in at WIS than alerting you to threatening weather.

Many history makers we celebrate during the month were great servant leaders with an unwavering commitment to improving the quality of life for others.

People of the Midlands are fed up with trash all along our roads and say something must be done. Here are just a few of the many comments we received.

This time, a 21-year-old man’s life was cut short after being shot at a gathering on Gervais Street. Darold Dantzler the second was killed and two others were hurt. As of this recording, no arrests have been made.

My name is Joyce Dickerson. I am a member of the Richland County Council. I would like to respond to continuing concerns about trash in our community. Sadly, blight is a major issue in Richland County.

We've spoken to leaders who acknowledge the problem. But right now, the threat of fines doesn't seem to be a deterrent.

Two men were found dead from carbon monoxide poisoning. In the aftermath, hundreds of residents were forced to evacuate the complex for temporary shelter. It’s a nightmare that isn’t over yet.

When that feeling hits you, sometimes you just need to bust a move!The cafeteria workers at East Robeson Primary in Lumberton, NC did just that to make their workday a little more fun.

During the nearly hour-long speech, the Governor laid out a wide-ranging agenda for 2019, one which touched on topics including workforce development, protecting natural resources and battling the opioid crisis.

And who is being hurt? It goes well beyond the 800 thousand federal employees who will start to miss paychecks.

Five people were shot at a club on Decker Boulevard. Sadly, the shootings are all too common.

On a seemingly daily basis, we report on people dying on South Carolina roadways. As the week began, 962 people had been killed on highways for the year.

A recent “My Take” about Governor McMaster’s plan to put a School Resource Officer in every school, is an excellent example of insanity, as defined by doing the same thing over and over again, but expecting a different result.

This week, the United States lost its 41st President. George H.W. Bush passed away at the age of 94 after years of declining health.

This Thanksgiving, be sure to eat plenty, relax with family and take a moment to seriously consider what you are really thankful for.

When you hear the words “gun” and “school” in the same sentence, it immediately elicits a feeling of panic.

This week, voters hit the polls and made their voices heard. While the final numbers are not yet available, the overall turnout appears to be significant.

Another senseless tragedy has left multiple victims dead. A shooting rampage at a Synagogue in Pittsburgh over the weekend ended with 11 lives lost and a community forever changed.

We’ve made it a point at WIS to make you aware of the dangers surrounding you and the ones you present as you drive across the state.

The Florence Police Department is mourning the loss of a co-worker and a friend.

It has been two weeks since the devastating Hurricane Florence rocked the Carolinas. It was days of furious rain and incredible uncertainty for hundreds of thousands.