2020 vision: A look back at a historic year
(CNN) --2020 is just days from coming to an end. But to this point its been a year that at times, seemed like it may never end. With a slew of…
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Town of Pine Ridge changes how they will hire a new Police Chief
Lexington, SC (WOLO) --- The town of Pine Ridge says they'll change the way they hire a new Police Chief. As of right now the small Lexington County town is without a…
Myrtle Beach woman convicted of putting two newborn babies in a dumpster is appealing her conviction
A woman convicted of putting two newborn babies in a dumpster is hoping to have that conviction overturned.
DHEC: 2,055 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, 15 additional deaths in SC
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released the state's latest coronavirus numbers as of Monday.
CVS, Walgreens to begin vaccinating at long-term care facilities next week
CVS Health and Walgreens will begin vaccinating people at long-term health facilities in South Carolina next week. Both companies say they'll start their vaccination programs for places like nursing homes on Monday, December 28.
Dr. Edward Simmer recommended by board to take over as next agency director of DHEC
The board of the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control voted for Dr. Edward Simmer to fill the role of the next agency director. This comes after former Director Rick Toomey resigned in May.
Governor Henry McMaster tests postive for COVID-19
In a statement released on Tuesday, Governor Henry McMaster announced that he has tested positive for COVID-19.
Town of Lexington votes in favor of extending expired mask ordinance
Lexington, SC (WOLO) -- After letting their mask ordinance expire late last month Lexington's Town Council met Monday night for a special called meeting to discuss a new ordinance that requires…
AP: New program offers free college degrees to SC prisoners
Some prisoners in South Carolina will soon be able to attend college for free.
DHEC: 2,121 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, 21 new deaths in SC
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released the state's latest coronavirus numbers as of Sunday.
AP: COVID-19 shelter for South Carolina homeless people to open
Homeless people infected with the coronavirus or showing symptoms will soon be offered a new place to stay in upstate South Carolina.
Senator Lindsey Graham receives COVID-19 vaccine over the weekend
South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham tweeted photos of him receiving the coronavirus vaccine. He thanked nurses and scientists, and also said "If enough of us take it, we will get back to normal lives."
Congress approves COVID-19 relief bill
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Top negotiators in Congress have sealed a deal on an almost $1 trillion COVID-19 economic relief package. Lawmakers announced the agreement Sunday after days of negotiations, and passage by Congress is expected Monday. The agreement would establish…
DHEC: 2,583 new Coronavirus cases and 36 new deaths in SC
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control reported Sunday 2,583 new Coronavirus cases and 36 new deaths. DHEC says there were 11,553 new individual test results reported statewide and the Percent positive was 22.4%. Testing opportunities (scdhec.gov/findatest)…
Richland Councilwoman indicted on 'public corruption' charges faces judge Friday
Richland Co. SC (WOLO) -- Outgoing Richland County Councilwoman Dalhi Myers has been indicted by a state Grand Jury on public corruption charges. The state's case against Myers includes allegations that she…
SC First Lady Peggy McMaster tests positive for COVID-19
On Friday afternoon, the Office of the Governor announced that First Lady Peggy McMaster tested positive for COVID-19.
DHEC: 3,648 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, 28 additional deaths in SC
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released the state's latest coronavirus numbers as of Thursday.
Kentucky school district distributes 700,000 meals to families in need
A Kentucky school district handed out holiday meals Thursday, drawing a massive turnout. Jefferson County Public Schools says 700,000 meals were distributed.
Columbia police arrest suspect again accused of robbing multiple people in parking garage
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - Columbia Police arrested a man accused of robbing multiple people on different occasions in a parking garage. Vintrell Thomas, 22, faces charges of strong armed robbery and first…
Work to revitalize Babcock Building, repair iconic cupola to begin four months after devastating fire
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- Four months after it was destroyed in a fire, the iconic cupola atop the Babcock Building is making its comeback to the Columbia skyline. Cachlan Properties, the real estate developer…
