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UofSC researchers conducting study into effects of COVID-19 on brain

There's a new study now being conducted through the University of South Carolina that aims to understand the effects of COVID-19 on the brain.
Maria Szatkowski,

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) — There’s a new study now being conducted through the University of South Carolina that aims to understand the effects of COVID-19 on the brain. We’re learning new things about the virus every day throughout this pandemic. That includes reports of lingering issues, even after a patient has recovered. “People describe things like brain fog, which is…

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Local News, News, Richland

Police: Suspect broke in home, robbed man at knife point

Rob Dew,

Courtesy:CPD Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)–Columbia police say they have arrested a suspect in an April break-in and robbery. Investigators say Chris Shearon broke into a home on N. Main St., assaulted the man inside and robbed him at knife point. Police say he was arrested Saturday and a judge set his bond at $100,000. Shearon is charged with assault and battery,…
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Consumer Alert: SC Agriculture officials warn about mystery seeds in mail

Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Some South Carolinians are getting mystery seeds in the mail, that they did not order. According to the South Carolina Department of Agriculture, they are working with Clemson University’s Regulatory Services division to investigate after residents reported receiving packages they did not order. State agriculture officials say they are warning anyone not to open the seeds. State…

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DHEC: 1,226 new confirmed Coronavirus cases and 17 new deaths

Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, on Monday, announced 1,226 new confirmed cases and 17 new confirmed deaths. DHEC says this brings the total number of confirmed cases to 82,071 and confirmed deaths to 1,452 statewide. Health officials say the number of individual test results reported to DHEC on Sunday was 8,395  and the…
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Law enforcement reform committee to meet Tuesday

Associated Press,

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) –A special South Carolina House committee reviewing all facets of law enforcement from police tactics to forfeiture and sentencing reform is about to meet for the first time. The 18-member House Equitable Justice System and Law Enforcement Reform Committee will hear from several experts Tuesday afternoon. House Speaker Jay Lucas said he created the committee in the…

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Local News, News, Richland

Additional charge filed against Woodcrest Dr. murder suspect

Rob Dew,

Courtesy:ASGDC Richland Co., S.C. (WOLO)–Monday Richland Co. deputies announced additional charges against the man accused of stabbing his roommate to death last Thursday. Investigators now say in addition to murder, Timothy Shells is also charged with armed robbery. Investigators say after Shells stabbed Dexter Craft,65, he took his wallet and other belongings. Deputies say Craft and Shells lived at the…

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Midlands church seeking donations for Back to School Supply Giveaway

Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–For those who need a little help getting ready to go back to school, one Midlands church is hoping to help out. The church is asking for your help with donations. They are looking for school supply donations right now, like notebooks and pencils. Brookland United Methodist Church, along with several other organizations, are gearing up to host…

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SC for ED Motor March: Teachers rally for virtual school re-openings in SC

Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Happening today: SC For Ed will host a Statewide Motor March Protest on Monday. According to organizers, they will push for virtual learning, until safe, as the school year begins. The drive will take a route that passes the Governor’s Mansion and the State House. Organizers are asking for participants to decorate their cars. The teacher organization…
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Survey: SC school system among nation’s worst

Rob Dew,

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)–  With the prospect of in-person teaching looming, students may be returning to a school system already dubbed among the nation’s worst. According to a study by Wallethub.com, south carolina’s school system ranks 9th worst in the country. The survey was based on criteria such as standardized test scores, drop out rate, and teacher to student ratio. Here’s…