DHEC: 495 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, 20 additional deaths in SC
DHEC reports 495 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 and 20 new deaths in South Carolina.
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SC residents must search for work or grow their skills in order to keep unemployment benefits
A growing number of states are bringing back a search for work requirement to keep unemployment benefits. According to unemploymentpua.com, South Carolina, North Carolina, Nevada and Idaho recently added a work mandate to its jobless benefits.
Law enforcement speaks about the Rock Hill shooting that left five people dead Wednesday
The York County Sheriff's Office speaks about the shooting in Rock Hill that left five dead and the suspected shooter, former NFL player Phillip Adams
Governor Henry McMaster reacts to Darla Moore ending her association with UofSC
Tuesday night, the University of South Carolina's biggest donor ended her association with the university after it failed to acknowledge her mother's passing. In a letter to the Board of Trustees, which was obtained by the Post and Courier, Moore stated, “the deepest regret of my life is the effort and resources I have expended on your behalf.”
Hate crime bill passes first reading
South Carolina's hate crime legislation is one step closer to becoming law. Wednesday afternoon, the measure known as the Clementa Pinckney Bill passed its first reading in the House. The bill's sponsors say it will send a clear message that hate is not tolerated in South Carolina.
Robert Kerr named next director of SC Department of Health and Human Services
Governor Henry McMaster named the next director of the Department of Health and Human Services. Wednesday afternoon, the governor announced Robert Kerr will take over the position he previously held between 2003-2007. Prior to that he was employed by the agency for more than 20 years.
AG Alan Wilson and several lawmakers participate in 10th annual Children's Advocacy Day
Wednesday, Attorney General Alan Wilson and several state lawmakers took part in the 10th Annual Children's Advocacy Day. Groups such as the Children’s Advocacy Centers, the Children’s Trust Program and Silent Tears help sponsor the day to bring child abuse to light.
State officials recognize April as the Month of the Military Child
State officials have recognized the month of April as the Month of the Military Child. It’s a chance to celebrate children all across the nation who make sacrifices and overcome many challenges.
DHEC: 324 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, six additional deaths in SC
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released the state's latest coronavirus numbers as of Tuesday.
At Clemson, unmarked slave graves highlight plantation past
On the sloping side of a cemetery on the campus of Clemson University, dozens of small white flags with pink ribbons have replaced the beer cans that once littered a hill where football fans held tailgate parties outside Memorial Stadium.
ACLU sues McMaster for ordering state workers' office return
The American Civil Liberties Union is suing South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster over an executive order requiring state agencies to fast-track employees' return to the office during the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
