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.
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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…
Man accused of stalking S.C. attorney Bakari Sellers arrested
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- A North Carolina man is in custody in the Midlands tonight accused of stalking Attorney and CNN Political Contributor Bakari Sellers. Investigators with The South Carolina Law…
Destanni Henderson taken 20th overall in WNBA draft
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- From NCAA Champion to WNBA draft pick. Destanni Henderson now knows where she will begin her professional basketball career. Monday evening "Henny" was selected 20th over-all by the Indiana Fever. According to the university, she is the…
DHEC updates on BA.2 Omicron sub-variant
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - DHEC is encouraging people to get fully vaccinated due to the impact of the highly contagious BA.2 Omicron subvariant. This comes after the White House reports 14 states…
South Carolina's McMaster amasses $5M for 2022 reelection
South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster has raised more than $5 million in his pursuit of a second full term.
DHEC to offer free STD testing Tuesday
This week is National STD Awareness Week, and the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control says many of its clinics will offer no-cost STD testing on Tuesday.
SC senators set to show how to pay for $2B tax cut plan
The South Carolina Senate Finance Committee is getting ready to work on the state budget with a big question to answer - how will it pay for $2 billion in proposed income tax cuts and rebates?
SC House on traditional week before Easter spring break
The South Carolina House will be on spring break this week. Speaker Jay Lucas is continuing his tradition of allowing the chamber to have a week off leading into Easter.
Sumter teen reported missing has been found safe
The Sumter Police Department says a teenage girl recently reported missing has been found safe and returned home.
Teenager dead after shooting in Richland County; police investigating
COLUMBIA, S.C (WOLO) - The Richland County Sheriff's Department is investigating a shooting in Northeast Columbia that left a teenager dead. On April 9th, deputies responded to reports of a shooting on the 500 block of Halleck Lane at around…
