South Carolina lawmakers OK $92 million in prison upgrades
South Carolina corrections officials will move forward with $92 million in improvement projects at prisons statewide after lawmakers’ approval.
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SC Broadcasters Association awards $75,500 in scholarships to colleges and technical schools in the state
The South Carolina Broadcasters Association's Educational Foundation announced that it awarded $75,500 in scholarships to 11 colleges and technical schools in the state.
Aiken man accused of shooting outside Lexington strip club arrested
Lexington, SC (WOLO) -- An Aiken man accused of firing several rounds outside of a Lexington strip club. The Lexington County Sheriff's Department says The U.S. Marshals Fugitive Task Force took…
How a prayer helped save a Florence councilman from a life of addiction
Addiction is a problem facing many families in South Carolina. One Florence City Councilman says he was no different until the power of prayer helped turn his life around.
Mace says fundraising tops South Carolina House ’22 hopefuls
In her first congressional reelection campaign, U.S. Rep. Nancy Mace said this week that she’s raised more than any other South Carolina House candidate in 2022, seeking to maintain the GOP’s hold on a district that has changed party hands twice in the last two election cycles.
DHEC: 1,278 new cases of COVID-19, 55 virus related deaths in the state
DHEC reports 1,278 new cases of COVID-19 and 55 virus related deaths in the state.
Court keeps South Carolina school mask mandate ban on hold
South Carolina districts can continue to require face coverings to protect against the coronavirus in the state’s schools under an appellate court’s decision this week.
State Department of Education announces $56 million in funding from American Rescue Plan
The South Carolina Department of Education announced an additional $56 million in funding under the American Rescue Plan. The funds will be used to assist school districts in addressing the challenges faced by vulnerable student populations due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Dylann Roof asks judges to reconsider recusal from his case
Dylann Roof wants an entire appellate court to reconsider a decision to recuse itself from hearing his case, as the appeal of his death sentence and conviction in the 2015 racist slayings of nine members of a Black South Carolina congregation winds its way through the judicial system.
DHEC data shows more than 70% of hospitalized COVID-19 patients are not fully vaccinated
New data released by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control this morning shows the majority of severe COVID-19 cases in South Carolina are still among the unvaccinated. DHEC also released a statement saying it does not issue vaccine exemptions of any kind for adults.
DHEC: 1,248 new COVID-19 cases, 27 virus related deaths in SC
DHEC reports 1,248 new COVID-19 cases and 27 virus related deaths in South Carolina.
McMaster: Build I-73 with $300M in COVID relief and surplus
South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster wants lawmakers to set aside $300 million in federal COVID-19 relief money and surplus money to pay for the first segment of a long-desired interstate link between Interstate 95 and Myrtle Beach.
Episcopal Diocese of S.C. ordains first female bishop
Charleston, SC (WOLO) -- The Episcopal Diocese of South Carolina has ordained its first female Bishop. Reverend Ruth Morse Woodliff-Stanley was consecrated as a Bishop in Charleston Sunday. She will lead 31 churches…
CPD continues search for 'armed and dangerous' suspect
Columbia, SC (WOLO) ---Columbia Police are hoping you can help them locate a man accused of sexually assaulting a 21-year-old woman. 28 year-old John Washington, junior is accused of forcing his way…
DHEC: 1,536 new cases of COVID-19, 10 additional virus related deaths in SC
DHEC reports 1,536 new cases of COVID-19 and 10 additional virus related deaths in the state.
SC House wraps up redistricting hearings; maps up next
A special South Carolina House committee considering drawing new districts based on the 2020 U.S. Census is holding its final meeting to gather public comment this week.
DHEC: 2,766 new cases of COVID-19, 98 virus related deaths in SC
DHEC reports 2,766 new cases of COVID-19 and 98 virus related deaths in South Carolina.
Hyundai-Kia recalls more than 550k vehicles over turn signal
(ABC News/AP) --Hyundai and Kia are recalling more than 550,000 cars and minivans in the U.S. because the turn signals can flash in the opposite direction of what the driver intended. The recall covers Hyundai's Sonata midsize car from the…
About 150 Afghan refugees will settle in the Lowcountry
Following the withdrawal from Afghanistan, many allies are looking for a better life in America. Military officials say about 150 Afghans will be settled in the Lowcountry of South Carolina.
Study finds SC has the 6th highest rate of women killed by men in the country
South Carolina is among the worst in the nation when it comes to the number of women killed by men, according to a study by the Violence Policy Center.
