'Serve & Connect' creates community policing app
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- Making the Midlands a safer place to work, live, and raise a family. That's the goal of a new community policing app. The application, paid for by Nephron Pharmaceuticals is…
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'Abortion reversal' bill moves forward in S Carolina House
A bill that would require doctors to inform patients receiving drug-induced abortions about a controversial method to possibly halt the abortion process is moving forward in the South Carolina House.
Serve & Connect developing new community policing app funded by Nephron Pharmaceuticals
Funded by Nephron Pharmaceuticals, Serve & Connect is developing a way for statewide police officers and community leaders to address the root causes of crime and promote community safety.
All SC counties reporting gas price averages above $4
More bad news for those dreading filling up their tanks tonight. Every single county in South Carolina reports the average price for a gallon of gas is above $4.
SC Senate unanimously passes income tax cut and rebate
The South Carolina Senate has unanimously passed a $2 billion income tax cut and rebate bill, setting up what will likely be intense negotiations with the House over the $1 billion tax cut it passed last month.
Ex-'American Idol' star charged in fatal crash still in jail
A former "American Idol" contestant accused of fatally running over a man last month will remain in a South Carolina jail while toxicology results are pending.
House Majority Leader Simrill won't run again
The South Carolina House's longest serving Republican said he is not going to run for reelection this year.
SCDEW reports increase in initial unemployment insurance claims last week
SCDEW says the number of South Carolinians filing first time unemployment insurance claims increased last week.
DHEC: 355 new cases of COVID-19, 81 additional virus related deaths in SC
DHEC reports 355 new cases of COVID-19 and 81 additional virus related deaths in the Palmetto State.
South Carolina Senate OKs call for constitutional convention
The South Carolina Senate has approved a proposal that would add the state to a list of states calling for a convention to propose specific amendments to the U.S. Constitution.
SC Congressman wants to keep federal government from tracking guns
Columbia, SC (WPDE) -- One South Carolina Congressman does not want the federal government tracking firearms sales. Congressman Tom Rice sponsored the "No Retaining Every Gun In A System" that restricts your rights…
5K reward offered for Sumter murder suspect
Sumter, SC (WOLO) -- Sumter Police are offering a five thousand dollar reward for information leading to the arrest of a murder suspect. Investigators say Justice Peoples is wanted for shooting and killing…
SCHP: Driver of pick up truck running from police involved in deadly crash
Orangeburg, SC (WOLO) --- The South Carolina Highway Patrol continues investigating a deadly crash they say took place Wednesday afternoon along the US-21 bypass near SC-33. According to troopers, two cars were heading south bound when officials say the driver…
Lexington County Sheriff's Dept. introduces new crime deterring equipment
Lexington, SC (WOLO) -- – The Lexington County Sheriff’s Department has a new piece of crime deterring equipment they say will assist them with investigations, but…
State Firefighters Association holds annual Legislative Day at the State House
Firefighters responded to the State House today, but not to put out any fires. The South Carolina State Firefighters Association held their annual Legislative Day, and inducted two state legislators into the SC State Firefighters Association Society.
Prepare to lose an hour of sleep this weekend
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Don't wait until this weekend to prepare for daylight saving time. Prisma Health suggests starting now will help your body transition smoothly. Time will soon spring forward and…
Alzheimer's Association hosts Advocacy Day at the State House
The State House is going purple for Alzheimer's Association's Advocacy Day Wednesday.
March of Dimes members call on lawmakers to address disparities in maternal and infant health
Members of the organization were at the State House Wednesday, asking for lawmakers to introduce legislation to help pregnant women and babies.
DHEC: 212 new cases of COVID-19, 30 additional virus related deaths in SC
DHEC reports 212 new cases of COVID-19 and 30 additional virus related deaths in the state.
Panthers practice facility in Rock Hill questionable as construction comes to a halt
Rock Hill, SC (WOLO) --The city of Rock Hill continues to deny it missed a $225 million dollar payment toward infrastructure at the Panthers new headquarters and practice facility. Construction on…
