SCDEW reports slight uptick in first time unemployment insurance claims
SCDEW reports an increase in the number of people filing first time unemployment insurance claims last week.
News
Leaders from SC react to Russian attack on Ukraine
Leaders from South Carolina react to Russian attack on Ukraine
SC House's $14 billion budget provides raises for almost all
The House budget includes a $4,000 raise for teachers, a 3% raise for state employees and extra pay for law enforcement officers. It also includes a $600 million income tax cut and $1 billion on roads from accelerating the widening of clogged interstates to repaving and improving safety on rural highways.
DHEC: 1,005 new cases of COVID-19, 30 additional virus related deaths in SC
DHEC reports 1,005 new cases of COVID-19 and 30 additional virus related deaths in the state.
'The Art of Being a Woman' exhibit
Columbia, SC (WOLO ) --- The Richland Library is getting ready to unveil the artwork of more than a dozen local artists and poets. Organizers say the goal of the exhibit is…
Hands-free cellphone bill passes the South Carolina Senate
The proposal faces one last routine vote before heading to the House, which has failed to pass a number of similar bills in recent years.
Democrats and Republicans praise tax cuts in South Carolina
The Republican-dominated South Carolina House has unanimously passed a $600 million income tax cut in less than 15 minutes of debate.
DHEC: 999 new cases of COVID-19, 14 additional virus related deaths in SC
DHEC reports 999 new cases of COVID-19 and 14 additional virus related deaths in South Carolina.
COVID vaccine ban bill headed to South Carolina Senate floor
A bill to fine businesses that fire workers who refuse to get vaccinated against COVID-19 is headed to the South Carolina Senate floor.
Columbia PD investigate a double shooting leaving 2 hospitalized
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- The Columbia Police Department is hoping you have information that can help them in the preliminary stages of their investigation of a Tuesday night shooting. According to authorities…
Family request FBI for investigation into Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center after inmate death
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - The family of an inmate who died at the Alvin S. Glen Detention Center is calling for an FBI investigation into the facility. The family says 27-year-old…
SC House income tax cut likely coming up for quick vote
The House Ways and Means Committee voted unanimously Tuesday to approve the bill that would cut the state's top 7% income tax rate to 6.5% next year and push all other taxpayers into a 3% bracket.
DHEC updates school and childcare center guidance towards endemic phase
Officials say the updated guidance helps transition from Test to Stay and quarantine procedures towards living with the virus with minimal disruptions.
DHEC: 737 new cases of COVID-19, no new deaths in SC
DHEC reports 737 new cases of COVID-19 and no new virus related deaths in its latest update.
Governor McMaster names next executive director of SCDJJ
Hendrick served as acting director starting in September 2021, after Freddie Pough resigned.
Senator Graham speaks on the effect of a Russian invasion of Ukraine
South Carolina's U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham says gas is going to go up significantly and cause a ripple effect if Russia invades Ukraine.
Bowling alley brawl under investigation
York County, SC (WOLO) -- a huge brawl breaks out at a bowling alley near Rock Hill. The video has gone viral, showing people throwing chairs and punching one another. Tonight deputies are…
UofSC updates mask mandates as cases drop
The University of South Carolina updates its mask mandates as they follow their coronavirus case counts which have drastically dropped on the campus.
Consumer News: More bad news at the gas pump, sales to look out for this week
Consumer News: More bad news at the gas pump, sales to look out for this week.
Upstate grandfather appears in court after grandson brings loaded gun to school
In the Upstate this weekend, a grandfather appeared in court after his grandson took a loaded gun to school. The grandfather is charged with unlawful conduct toward a child in the case. No one was injured when the 6-year-old brought the gun to "shoot zombies," but authorities say it was a close call.
