COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) – Unemployed South Carolinians will have to prove they are looking for work if they want to keep receiving jobless benefits starting next month. The South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce had suspended the twice-weekly mandatory work searches due to the coronavirus pandemic. But the agency says the requirement will go back into effect April 18…
A new CNN analysis of COVID-19 figures shows the number of cases, deaths and hospitalizations are dropping fastest for some of the most vulnerable Americans.
Easter is next weekend, and sometimes we forget the Easter Bunny might need a little help. One teenager noticed that a few years ago, and started pitching in to share the Easter joy with underprivileged children. He puts together Easter baskets for the kids, with help from his friends and neighbors.
The Minnesota National Guard says its soldiers are ready to answer the call for whatever arises during the Derek Chauvin trial. Some members have already been activated, with more expected as soon as opening statements start Monday.
A suspected shoplifter is accused of shooting a Chicago police officer Thursday. Officers said the suspect had also allegedly shot a security guard at a nearby Home Depot. Additional police caught up with the gunman and returned fire, shooting him.
Hundreds of Americans are facing charges for crimes related to federal COVID relief programs. The Justice Department said 474 people are accused of breaking the law, after investigators identified more than half a billion dollars taken from relief programs using fraud.
If you’ve been rushing to get your taxes done before the April 15 deadline, the IRS has extended the deadline until May 17.
The owner of several chain restaurants, like Olive Garden and Longhorn Steakhouse says his employees are getting a raise. The hourly employees will be taking home at least $10 an hour, including tips, starting next week. That will increase to $11 next year and to $12 in 2023.
Officials with Prisma Health say the COVID-19 vaccine supply is catching up with the demand. The medical group says it announces additional available appointment dates every Tuesday and Friday on its website.
The Orangeburg County Sheriff’s Office says a third suspect has been arrested in connection with a home invasion that took place on Neeses Highway.
