DHEC: 9,726 new cases of COVID-19, two additional virus related deaths in SC
DHEC reports 9,726 new cases of COVID-19 and two additional virus related deaths in its latest weekly update.
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Local elections impacting the Midlands in the June 28 runoff
In the Midlands there are local races yet to be decided in Kershaw, Lexington, Newberry, and Richland counties.
Heat wave to bring scorching temps this week
The summer season is in full swing as sweltering temperatures are expected to continue for millions around the country over the next several days.
Early voting for SC Primary Runoff opens Wednesday
Early voting for the June Primary Runoff begins this Wednesday and runs through Friday.
DHEC encourages COVID-19 vaccinations for kids six-months-old and up
DHEC is encouraging parents to talk with their child's pediatrician about getting eligible children their COVID-19 vaccination.
Turnout down for South Carolina's 2022 primaries
About the same number of people voted in this year's South Carolina Republican primary as voted in the last midterm primary in 2018. But Democrats had about 60,000 fewer voters in their primary this year, according to state Election Commission data.
Lexington Police investigate apartment shooting, suspect in custody
(Source: Lexington Police Department) LEXINGTON COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) - The Lexington Police Department is investigating a shooting at Summer Cove apartments. The shooting happened in the apartment complex parking lot on Sunday morning around 4:30 a.m. A vehicle was shot…
Lexington Deputies search for missing teen
(Source: Lexington County Sheriff's Department) LEXINGTON COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) - The Lexington County Sheriff's Department is looking for a missing teenage girl. Deputies have been searching for 15-year-old Kandice Gibson since her family reported she ran away in March. She…
Victims of the Emanuel A.M.E. Massacre remembered
Religious leaders gathered in Charleston at the Emanuel A.M.E Church to honor the nine church members gunned down during bible study seven years ago Friday.
Lexington PD holds 'Stop the Bleed' training
In the wake of recent mass shootings , Lexington Police will be offering monthly training courses to help citizens prepare for similar scenarios.
Drug bottles recalled for not meeting child resistance standards
The Consumer Product Safety Commission is recalling more than 400-thousand medication bottles from Kroger and Walgreens.
The COMET holds public meeting for input
The COMET is looking for public input from area residents to help them make any adjustments to the transportation system making it easier for you to use.
Remembering the Emmanuel AME Church shooting in Charleston seven years later
Today marks seven years since the Mother Emmanuel AME Church shooting in Charleston.
Deputies investigating the murder a couple in their Simpsonville home
In the Upstate, deputies are investigating after a couple in their mid-60's were found murdered in their Simpsonville home.
Final results should avoid Democratic education race runoff
South Carolina's election board meets Friday to finalize the results for this week's primaries, which should confirm that Democratic Education Superintendent candidate Lisa Ellis narrowly avoided a runoff.
Midlands power outages
Some homes are in the dark throughout the Midlands after torrential downpours hit the Midlands
Phone call recordings from Alex Murdaugh in jail
Murdaugh made 121 calls from October 2021 until February 2022.
SC Senate calls for amendments to restrain federal spending
The South Carolina Senate approved a proposal on Wednesday calling for the convention of states to pass constitutional amendments that restrain the federal government's power — but the state House failed to act on the bill before the session ended.
Family of Gloria Satterfield creating foundation in her honor
Loved ones say this foundation will try to start a new, “positive” chapter in their journey since Gloria’s death.
State leaders join members of the Alzheimer's Association in honor of Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month
Today, Lieutenant Governor Pamela Evette and other state leaders joined the Alzheimer's Association at the State House to honor families with a loved one in cognitive decline.
