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Vehicle hit several trees, driver killed on Garners Ferry Road

Jun 9, 2020 4:16 AM EDT

Kenneil Mitchell,

South Carolina Highway Patrol says a driver died after hitting several trees at Garners Ferry Road on Monday.

Public health experts say recent spike in COVID-19 cases reinforces need for social distancing

Dr. Melissa Nolan encourages people to wear face masks, even if they don't think they have symptoms

Jun 8, 2020 6:30 PM EDT

Tim Scott,

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) — There have been more new cases of the coronavirus in South Carolina over the past week than there have been at any point during the pandemic South Carolina’s Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) reported more than 1,400 new positive cases of the virus across the state over the last three days, including 542 new cases…

Election Protection Hotline now live for Tuesday’s primaries

On Tuesday, South Carolina will hold its primary election. For many people, they may be apprehensive about heading to the polls during a pandemic.

Jun 8, 2020 5:00 PM EDT

Maria Szatkowski,

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) — On Tuesday, South Carolina will hold its primary election. For many people, they may be apprehensive about heading to the polls during a pandemic. If you do experience any issues with voting, the Election Protection Hotline is now live and will help to ensure your opportunity to vote. One big issue they’re expecting to help people…

Northside Middle School employee tests positive for COVID 19

Jun 8, 2020 4:56 PM EDT

Rob Dew,

West Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)– A spokesperson for Lexington District Two says an employee at Northside Middle School has tested positive for COVID 19. According to the district the employee worked in the building during the weeks of May 26 and June 1 to help coordinate and collect year-end materials. Officials say the district’s custodial and maintenance staff are performing a…

SC announces record 542 new cases of COVID 19

Jun 8, 2020 3:53 PM EDT

Rob Dew,

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)–South Carolina continues to see a spike in the number of new cases of COVID 19. Monday DHEC announced a record 542 new cases of coronavirus. That brings the total number of confirmed cases in the state since the outbreak began to 14,800. The agency also announced 11 additional deaths. 557 South Carolinians have died due to the…

SC Primaries Tuesday

Jun 8, 2020 1:12 PM EDT

Rob Dew, Crysty Vaughan,

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)– Voters head to the polls for election day Tuesday. This one will be very different due to the coronavirus. Polls will be open from 7am to 7pm. According to the election commission more than 100,000 people are opting to cast their vote through the mail. The state election commission says nearly 80% of all absentee votes statewide…

Former medic faces charges in last week’s riot at CPD Headquarters

Jun 8, 2020 8:29 AM EDT

Kenneil Mitchell,

Richland County Sheriff’s Department says a former medic is facing charges for last week’s riot at CPD Headquarters.

Richland One to provide children with free summer meals

Jun 8, 2020 3:57 AM EDT

Claire Richardson,

Starting Monday June 8, families will be able to pick up free summer meals for their children at eight Richland One school sites.

Victim identified in fatal collision on SC Highway 6 in Lexington

Jun 8, 2020 1:22 AM EDT

Kenneil Mitchell,

Lexington County Coroner’s Office has identified the victim of a fatal collision on Sunday on S.C. Highway 6 in Lexington.

Federal investigation underway after suspicious water bottles found in Columbia

Jun 7, 2020 5:19 PM EDT

Maria Szatkowski,

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) — According to a press release from the Columbia Police Department, CPD is working with the Richland County Sheriff’s Department and state and federal agencies as part of an investigation to determine the persons responsible for possessing suspicious looking water bottles during recent protests in downtown Columbia. In the area of Lincoln, Laurel and Richland Streets this weekend,…

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Vehicle hit several trees, driver killed on Garners Ferry Road

Public health experts say recent spike in COVID-19 cases reinforces need for social distancing

Dr. Melissa Nolan encourages people to wear face masks, even if they don't think they have symptoms

Election Protection Hotline now live for Tuesday’s primaries

On Tuesday, South Carolina will hold its primary election. For many people, they may be apprehensive about heading to the polls during a pandemic.

Northside Middle School employee tests positive for COVID 19

SC announces record 542 new cases of COVID 19

SC Primaries Tuesday

Former medic faces charges in last week’s riot at CPD Headquarters

Richland One to provide children with free summer meals

Victim identified in fatal collision on SC Highway 6 in Lexington

Federal investigation underway after suspicious water bottles found in Columbia

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