SCDEW: Slight dip in initial unemployment insurance claims filed last week
SCDEW reports a slight decrease in the number of first time unemployment insurance claims filed in the state last week.
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S.C. woman fights for her life after being mauled by dogs
(CNN) --- A 38-year-old upstate mother of three is currently fighting for her life after she was attacked by dogs Monday morning. Kyleen Waltman has already lost both her arms and doctors plan…
94th Oscar's announce performers set to hit the stage
(ABC News) --- The Oscars have announced this year's performers. Music superstar Beyonce' is one of the performers taking the stage at this year's Academy Awards. Queen Bey is nominated for the song "Be…
'Cottontail Festival' hops into town this weekend
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- Easter is right around the corner and if you are looking for something the entire family can enjoy then you're in luck! The 52nd annual Cottontail Festival is happening this weekend, Saturday March 27, 2022 from…
Transgender athlete ban heads to South Carolina Senate floor
After nearly two years of work, supporters of a bill that would ban transgender students from playing girls' and women's sports in South Carolina high schools and public colleges have gotten a proposal out of committee.
Joe Cunningham files to run for governor of SC
Today, Joe Cunningham officially filed to run for governor of South Carolina. The Democrat previously represented South Carolina’s first congressional district.
Governor McMaster declares March as American Red Cross Month
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - It’s official for the state of South Carolina, March is American Red Cross Month. “Everyone may not appreciate something but nobody doesn't appreciate the Red Cross,” says Governor…
SC woman fighting for her life after dog attack
One South Carolina mother is fighting for her life after she was attacked by dogs Monday morning.
Russian attacks on civilian targets escalate
(ABC News) --- The Russian attacks on civilian targets escalating with a deadly strike on a Kyiv shopping mall. The situation in the besieged city of Mariupol growing increasingly desperate as it refuses…
DHEC says they are seeing drop in children getting annual vaccines
Columbia, SC (WOLO) ---The Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) says a downturn in children receiving their annual vaccines has lead to two outbreaks of chicken pox in the state Officials say one…
Lexington PD searches for 2 men accused of check fraud
Lexington, SC (WOLO) --- Lexington Police are searching for two men they say passed fake checks for four and a half thousand dollars. Investigators say it happened February 28, 2022 at the First Palmetto Bank in Lexington. LPD needs…
GM recalls more than 740 thousand SUV's
(ABC News) DETROIT -- General Motors is recalling more than 740,000 small SUVs in the U.S. because the headlight beams…
Shipping backlog affected ports in South Carolina
The shipping backlog and supply chain issues continue in the Palmetto State. According to the South Carolina Ports Authority, more than two dozen ships off the coast of Charleston are waiting to deliver thousands of cargo containers loaded with goods.
Report from the FBI finds South Carolinians lost $42.7 million to cyber crime in 2021
Officials with the FBI released the 2021 Internet Crime Report, which says South Carolinians lost $42.7 million to reported cyber crimes last year.
DHEC: 1,014 new cases, 116 additional virus related deaths in SC last week
DHEC reports 1,014 new cases and 116 additional virus related deaths in South Carolina last week.
SC gov hopeful Cunningham proposes 10% teacher pay bump
A Democrat running to unseat Republican Gov. Henry McMaster is proposing raising starting salaries for new K-12 teachers by nearly 40% over the next decade.
Netflix to roll out major changes to streaming service
(CNN) --- Netflix knows you share your password--- and it's finally doing something about it. Jeremy Roth has a look at the major changes the streaming giant is rolling out in three key markets--…
Great Value pancake, waffle mix recalled
(CNN) -- Be cautious before you make your next breakfast. Continental Mills announced a recall of its Great Value buttermilk pancake and waffle mix. According to the FDA, cable fragments used in the processing line were found in some boxes.…
Orangeburg deputies: Missing man found safe
Orangeburg, Co., S.C. (WOLO)--Deputies in Orangeburg Co. say a man who walked away from a hospital Monday morning has been found safe. Investigators say James Strobert, 75, who has cognitive issues, walked away from…
Grand Opening of Palmetto Place Suites
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Columbia welcomes 34 new businesses coming to Palmetto Place on Two Notch Road. Palmetto Place, 2638 Two Notch Road, Columbia SC 29204 City leaders say the vacant building…
