The South Carolina Forestry Commission has issued a statewide burning ban starting on Tuesday April 7. The ban is in place because smoke can make the symptoms of COVID-19 worse, in some cases much worse. Here's a link to the…
Columbia,SC (WOLO) ---The U.S. Attorney’s office has established the South Carolina 'COVID-19 Strike Team'. The team will investigate coronavirus fraud schemes, hoarding, and price gouging. The team includes members of the U.S. Attorney’s…
Richland Co., S.C. (WOLO)--Richland Co. deputies say two men are charged with murder after two bodies were found inside a burning car. Investigators say Joshua Ellison and Willie Singleton were arrested last…
Irmo, S.C. (WOLO) --- Businesses across the country remain shut down because of COVID-19, and that includes music schools. But one local school is still teaching music virtually, and now offering even…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control announced Monday, 183 new cases of the novel coronavirus , including four additional deaths. DHEC says this brings the total number of…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Monday, South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster issued a mandatory 'Home or Work' order. The order will take effect Tuesday, April 6 at 5pm. McMaster says everyone under this order should stay home…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster, along with state public health officials, will hold a media briefing Monday at 4:00 pm. McMaster says the briefing will be to update the public on…
Fort Jackson, SC (WOLO) --- As Fort Jackson fights a rise of coronavirus (COVID-19) cases on their post, beginning to day, Monday April 6, 2020 officials are limiting access to the post. The new policy was put in place to…
Richland County Coroner's Office has identified the victim of a fatal shooting at Green Tree Drive on Sunday.
South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster's Executive Order closing more non essential businesses will go into effect today at 5pm.
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- On Sunday, a local family brought some birthday cheer to their loved one who's turning 93 on Monday. Grandma Zelba is currently at NHC Parklane in Columbia, recovering from a bad fall a few months ago.…
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - The board that predicts how much money South Carolina will take in from taxes and fees to help set the budget is meeting Thursday. The Revenue and Fiscal Affairs Board…
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- Palmetto Shirt Company is already more than halfway to their fundraising goal to help nurses. The company has raised over $10,000 through their 'SC Strong' t-shirt fundraiser. The shirts are $10 each, with $2 from each…
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- Four more deaths, and 132 new cases of COVID-19 were announced Sunday by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC). There have now been 44 deaths…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Looking for answers about coronavirus cases in our state? Health officials with the South Carolina Department of Health continue to update and launch new resources online. You can check out The South Carolina Department of Health and…
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - South Carolina lawmakers are coming back to the Statehouse Wednesday, but not everyone is happy the Republican dominated House and Senate will be in session as the…
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) announced 217 more confirmed cases of coronavirus in the state, and six additional deaths. This now brings the state's death total to 40, and the number…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental control says it has now received negative Coronavirus testing numbers from private labs. DHEC says 16,397 negative test results have been reported from both DHEC's Public Health Laboratory and private…
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- The current coronavirus crisis can cause anyone feelings of anxiety and fear. But there are some things you can do to help your mental health. “This is unprecedented. Most…
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- It's safe to say that seniors graduating from high school this year will not get to go through most traditions like many of us did. Proms, senior outings, and…
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- Starting this weekend Prisma Health will change their hours for those of you interested in taking advantage of the drive through coronavirus (COVID-19) testing. Health officials say, as…
LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO) - A deputy with the Lexington County Sheriff's Department has tested positive for COVID-19 Friday, according to a news release. The patrol deputy, based in the South Region office near Pelion, is now in home isolation. According…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Friday, South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster issued a new Executive Order closing more non essential businesses. The Order will go into effect Monday, April 6 at 5pm. Among the businesses listed…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Friday, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control announced three additional deaths related to the coronavirus. DHEC says this brings the state’s total number of deaths to 34. Health officials,…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster, along with state public health officials, will hold a media briefing Friday at 4:30 pm. McMaster says the briefing will be to…
