SCDEW reports significant increase in the number of South Carolinians working
The number of people working in the state continues to grow.
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South Carolina inmate picks firing squad over electric chair
A South Carolina prisoner scheduled for execution later this month has chosen to die by firing squad rather than in the electric chair. His attorneys have asked the state Supreme Court to halt the execution while another court considers whether the state's capital punishment methods are constitutional.
DJJ announces plans to reform Columbia prison
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- The Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) says it will reform its main prison in Columbia through a Federal agreement. The settlement announced Thursday follows a report by the U.S. Justice Department that found state officials were…
Teacher pay at the center of heated state senate debate
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- Pay for South Carolina's teachers is at the center of a heated budget debate in the state senate. According to the The Post and Courier reports lawmakers in the Senate Finance Committee unanimously adopted a $12.6…
One dead after officer involved shooting in Darlington County
Officials have confirmed that one person is dead following an officer-involved shooting in Darlington County.
Juvenile justice agency agrees to reform main prison
Federal investigators say the agency has failed to protect youths from fights and forced them to spend days or weeks in isolation for small offenses. The Justice Department says agency employees have also harmed children by using excessive force such as choking, punching and kicking.
DHEC reports "sporadic flu activity" in South Carolina
Aside from coronavirus, flu season is still here and DHEC says the Palmetto State is seeing "sporadic flu activity."
In ad, South Carolina's Mace presses finish for border wall
Congresswoman Nancy Mace of South Carolina has released the first ad of her Republican primary campaign, touting her support for one of former President Donald Trump's signature projects: finishing the wall at the border with Mexico.
Lawsuit over South Carolina execution methods can go forward
A judge has ruled that a lawsuit brought by four death row inmates challenging South Carolina's execution methods can move forward.
SC Senate's $12.6B budget gives workers raises, no bonuses
South Carolina's budget will likely face intense negotiations in the Legislature after Senate budget writers advanced a $12.6 billion plan based on $2 billion in income tax cuts and rebates.
SCDEW: Increase in first time unemployment insurance claims last week
SCDEW reports an increase in initial unemployment insurance claims last week.
CDC extends mask mandate for planes, trains until May 3
(ABC News) --- The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has decided to extend the federal mask mandate for planes and trains until May 3, the agency announced on Wednesday. The current mandate was set to expire this coming Monday,…
National champion Gamecocks invited to the White House
During the South Carolina Gamecocks 2022 national championship parade, Congressman Jim Clyburn announced that the team is invited to the White House.
South Carolina governor signs bill on convention of states
Gov. Henry McMaster on Wednesday signed into law the bill seeking changes to the Constitution.
Costco set to end 'Senior Hours' this month
(CNN) --- If you have been enjoying the ability to shop at Costco before their normally scheduled hours due to the pandemic, get your last purchases to the register while you can. The wholesale warehouse says they will no longer…
Edventure offers 'Sensory Night' Easter celebration
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- Edventure Children's Museum wants all children to be able to enjoy their Easter holiday by celebrating with music, fun and a visit from the Easter Bunny. The museum is offering a unique experience for all children…
DHEC offers tips to prevent potential rabies exposures during National Dog Bite Prevention Week
This week is National Dog Bite Prevention Week, and DHEC is reminding both pet owners and the public that most dog bite injuries and rabies exposures can be avoidable.
DHEC: 1,071 new cases of COVID-19, five additional virus related deaths in SC
In its latest weekly update, DHEC reports 1,071 new cases of COVID-19 and five additional virus related deaths in the state.
COVID vaccines could become an annual shot
CNN)--- COVID-19 cases are now rising in more than half of the country, but are still relatively low overall. And one former U.S health official says -- COVID 19 vaccines -- could become…
Lawsuit: Man loses hearing after roach crawls into his ear at SC hotel
Myrtle Beach, S.C. (WPDE)--An Ohio man is suing a Myrtle Beach hotel after he says a roach crawled in his ear and caused hearing loss. In the suit, attorneys say while the man was…
