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Laurel Mallory
Digital Content Manager
Recent Articles by Laurel
Small earthquake recorded in Midlands of SC
The magnitude 2.1 earthquake happened just before 6 a.m. Monday in Sumter County.
By
Laurel Mallory
Published January 18, 2021 at 11:52 AM
State, local law enforcement discuss safety measures in place leading up to Inauguration Day
The South Carolina State House will be closed to the public from Jan. 16 to 20.
By
Laurel Mallory
Published January 15, 2021 at 11:47 PM
19-year-old koala, considered one of world’s oldest, dies at Riverbanks Zoo
Lottie came to Riverbanks in 2003 as a gift from Queensland, Australia.
By
Laurel Mallory
Published January 14, 2021 at 5:09 PM
Plane crashes into home in Rosewood neighborhood
Multiple emergency crews are on the scene.
By
Laurel Mallory
Published January 13, 2021 at 10:27 PM
Veterans should contact VA for COVID-19 vaccines, here’s how
Officials said it is the goal of the VA to vaccinate all enrolled veterans.
By
Laurel Mallory
Published January 12, 2021 at 11:41 PM
Richland Co. Coroner identifies 3 men killed in Columbia shooting
Two Columbia men and an Orangeburg man were identified as the victims of a shooting that happened Sunday on Zimalcrest Drive.
By
Laurel Mallory and
Emery Glover
Published January 12, 2021 at 5:39 PM
SC lawmakers pre-file bill looking to ban mandatory vaccinations
The bill states the reason for this change would be to protect the rights of citizens and “prohibit discrimination.”
By
Laurel Mallory
Published January 4, 2021 at 3:56 PM
3 congressmen from SC to object to Electoral College certification
Rep. Joe Wilson and two others now say they will challenge the Electoral College certification.
By
Laurel Mallory
Published December 31, 2020 at 10:40 PM
SCDC: Inmates locked correctional officer in cell at McCormick Correctional
No inmates escaped, officials said.
By
Laurel Mallory
Published December 27, 2020 at 11:29 PM
Mother, children forced to jump from 3rd-floor window during Irmo apartment fire
The fire started around 1 p.m. Wednesday at the River Oaks Apartments in the 5300 block of Bush River Road.
By
Laurel Mallory
Published December 23, 2020 at 9:29 PM
Sheriff Lott cleared for duty after recovering from COVID-19
Lott tested positive for COVID-19 on Dec. 16, seven days ago.
By
Laurel Mallory
Published December 23, 2020 at 12:13 PM
Richland Co. councilwoman indicted on 24 corruption charges
A state grand jury handed down the indictment Thursday against Councilwoman Dalhi Myers.
By
Laurel Mallory
Published December 18, 2020 at 6:23 PM
VACCINE FAQ: Can your boss require you to get the COVID-19 vaccine?
WIS looked at the laws behind employers requiring employees to take a vaccine.
By
Laurel Mallory
Published December 14, 2020 at 9:39 PM
Bond denied for man accused of murdering 72-year-old woman during argument about feral cats
Sean Malahy, 49, of Lexington, now faces a murder charge.
By
Laurel Mallory
Published December 5, 2020 at 12:06 AM
Lexington Co. sergeant who served public for decades dies unexpectedly
Sgt. Cathy Etheredge, 60, had served with LCSD since 2003, but her law enforcement career spanned four decades and several agencies.
By
Laurel Mallory
Published November 27, 2020 at 1:19 PM
Missing Columbia woman with medical condition found safe
Ashley Lane Till, 49, last spoke with her family Saturday, Nov. 7, police said.
By
Laurel Mallory
Published November 13, 2020 at 10:43 PM
Group pays off mortgage for family of fallen Sumter Co. deputy
The foundation held a ribbon-cutting ceremony this afternoon outside of the Gillette family’s home.
By
Laurel Mallory
Published November 11, 2020 at 4:42 PM
18-year-old soldier killed during training at Fort Jackson identified
After the soldier's death, Fort Jackson command ordered a 36-hour training stand down.
By
Laurel Mallory
Published November 9, 2020 at 4:53 PM
Sen. Graham vows to follow-up on affidavit from Penn. postal worker alleging election fraud
Graham says he will look into the allegations in the affidavit, but they have not been substantiated at this time.
By
Laurel Mallory
Published November 7, 2020 at 6:09 PM
SC man accused of buying 19-year-old ‘sex slave’ in Texas
The details of this story may be disturbing to some readers.
By
Laurel Mallory
Published October 30, 2020 at 12:35 PM
RCSD: 4 arrested for helping inmate carry out ‘hits’ from prison
Deputies say the inmate got people on the outside to shoot up his ex-girlfriend’s home in Columbia.
By
Laurel Mallory
Published October 23, 2020 at 4:27 PM
Man accused of killing partner, dumping body at abandoned I-20 rest area
The victim's car was found at the suspect's Columbia home with traces of blood in it, investigators said.
By
Laurel Mallory
Published October 23, 2020 at 1:36 PM
SC man arrested in 1976 murder of woman in Fairfield County
Police say a forensics breakthrough identified a suspect through DNA.
By
Laurel Mallory
Published October 23, 2020 at 11:13 AM
Newborn safely surrendered at Orangeburg hospital under Daniel’s Law
Daniel’s Law is named for a baby who survived being buried in a landfill soon after his birth.
By
Laurel Mallory
Published October 22, 2020 at 7:03 PM
UofSC eliminates spring break for 2021 citing COVID-19 concerns
Instead of a week-long break in March, the school has scheduled four "wellness days" off throughout the semester.
By
Laurel Mallory
Published October 22, 2020 at 5:12 PM
85-year-old man with dementia found safe, but dehydrated in Lexington Co.
He needs medical attention but will be OK, deputies said.
By
Laurel Mallory
Published October 20, 2020 at 3:38 PM
CDC director has high praise for SC’s COVID-19 response, stresses vigilance in winter months
Leaders were set to discuss “the short- and long-term impacts of COVID-19 on our communities, including opioid use, chronic diseases, and mental health.”
By
Laurel Mallory
Published October 15, 2020 at 7:39 PM
New law will give SC firefighters battling cancer some financial support
The bill sets aside money for firefighters diagnosed with certain types of cancer.
By
Patrick Phillips and
Laurel Mallory
Published October 14, 2020 at 7:19 PM
Supreme Court denies SC governor’s effort to block Medicaid from paying for care at Planned Parenthood
This battle has been going on for years but has come to an end.
By
Laurel Mallory
Published October 14, 2020 at 6:40 PM
Coroner releases cause of death for UofSC student reported missing, then found dead
The university says counseling services are available for students.
By
Laurel Mallory
Published October 12, 2020 at 11:44 PM
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SC woman who lost husband to COVID pushes for streamlined vaccine rollout
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Adam Mintzer
McMaster touts progress in SC vaccinations, but pushes for more
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Patrick Phillips
1 injured following structure fire in Loris, crews say
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WMBF News Staff
Police on scene of death investigation in Horry County
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WMBF News Staff
DHEC: Nearly 3,500 new cases in SC, state approaching 6,000 total deaths
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