SCDEW: Decrease in initial unemployment insurance claims last week
The South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce says there was a decrease in initial unemployment insurance claims filed last week.
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South Carolina abortion law challenge backed by 20 states
Twenty Democratic attorneys general have voiced their support for a lawsuit challenging South Carolina’s new abortion law, arguing that the restrictive measure could harm their states by taxing resources if women cross borders to seek care.
City of Columbia issues Emergency Mask Ordinance
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The City of Columbia has passed an emergency mask ordinance. The City Council held an emergency meeting Wednesday on the measure. According to the City, the ordinance, which goes into effect…
Benjamin endorses Johnson for Mayor
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- Mayor Steve Benjamin says he is endorsing his former assistant as his replacement. Wednesday morning Mayor Benjamin announced his support for Mayoral Candidate Sam Johnson. Benjamin says he…
Cayce issues emergency mask mandate
Cayce, S.C. (WOLO)--The City of Cayce has issued an emergency mask mandate. At Tuesday evening's city council meeting council members unanimously adopted an emergency face covering ordinance. Officials say the mandate was put in place after Lexington Medical Center sent…
Two SC children die from COVID-19
Aiken Co., S.C. (AP)--At least two children in South Carolina have died of COVID-19 this month as schools have reported thousands of cases among students and staff. The Aiken County coroner confirmed a 9-year-old and a 15-year-old died from the…
AP: Law firm: Attorney whose wife, son were killed took money
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - A lawyer from a prominent South Carolina legal family who found his wife and son shot to death at their home three months ago and was injured when a bullet grazed his head as he changed…
Clarendon School District Two students go virtual
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Students in Clarendon School District Two will be virtual starting Tuesday, September 7. According to the District, students will be virtual September 7-10. In a letter to parents, the Superintendent said…
A look at the Murdaugh Murders: Statement from Alex Murdaugh and background on investigation
ABC NEWS-- Alex Murdaugh, the prominent South Carolina Attorney who was injured in a shooting over the weekend, released a statement. Alex Murdaugh: “The murders of my wife and son have caused an incredibly…
Alex Murdaugh releases statement after weekend shooting
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Alex Murdaugh, the prominent South Carolina Attorney who was injured in a shooting over the weekend, released a statement Monday. Here is the statement released to ABC Columbia News : “The murders of my wife and son…
SLED investigating shooting, Reports: Alex Murdaugh shot in Hampton County
The following breaking News article is from our ABC affiliate in Charleston. by Heath Ellison Saturday, September 4th 2021 HAMPTON COUNTY, S.C. (WCIV) — UPDATE: Murdaugh is conscious and speaking according to sources. Alex Murdaugh was shot in the head…
Prisma Health: Overwhelming majority of COVID-19 cases among the unvaccinated
During a virtual news conference this afternoon, doctors with Prisma Health say the number of those hospitalized in its facilities with COVID-19 is only 46 fewer than at the height of the pandemic.
After SC Supreme Court ruling, Richland County won't enforce school mask ordinance
Officials with Richland County say it will no longer enforce the emergency ordinance requiring masks in most school buildings, following the ruling by the South Carolina Supreme Court.
DHEC: 6,032 new cases of COVID-19, 38 additional deaths in SC
DHEC reports 6,032 new cases of COVID-19 and 38 additional deaths in the Palmetto State.
Former NFL, Lower Richland HS football player killed in motorcycle accident
Richland Co, S.C. (WOLO)-- The Richland Co. Coroner's office says a former professional football player was killed in a motorcycle accident Thursday night in the Northeast. Troopers say David Patten was killed when his motorcycle went left of center and…
Richland Co. deputies respond to incident at Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center
Richland Co., S.C. (WOLO)--Friday morning the Richland County Sheriff's Department was called to assist in an incident at Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center. Sheriff Leon Lott says two officers were injured after they were…
Police presence at Richland County Detention Center
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Law enforcement and EMS are on the scene in Richland County at the Detention Center. There is little information as to why there is a heavy Police presence. Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott is set to speak…
Study shows new record high for child COVID-19 hospitalizations
(CNN) --- A new record high for child COVID-19 hospitalizations. As more students return to school for the first time in a year, some districts are closing schools following deaths and…
Interstate 26 expansion plans sped up to alleviate congestion
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- South Carolina drivers could soon see some relief on one of our state's busiest interstates. Thursday, Governor Henry McMaster and the South Carolina Department of Transportation announced plans…
Lexington Two to require masks at all schools starting Friday
LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO) - Lexington School District Two has approved an immediate emergency mask mandate for all of its schools starting immediately. Students, staff and visitors will be required to wear a mask. The Board of Trustees approved the measure…
