SC Senate begins debate on bill to split up health agency
The proposal would break up the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control into two new agencies.
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Primary elections gear up as South Carolina filing opens
Democrats Joe Cunningham and Mia McLeod are vying for the chance to face Republican Gov. Henry McMaster, who is seeking his second full term.
SCAG: State Grand Jury issues superseding indictment against Alex Murdaugh, Cory Fleming
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson says a State Grand Jury issued a superseding indictment against suspended attorneys Alex Murdaugh and Cory Fleming.
Senator Graham announces support for bill enabling seizure and sale of Russian oligarch's assets for Ukraine reconstruction
Senator Lindsey Graham announced he will support a new bipartisan bill to enable the seizure and sale of Russian oligarchs' assets to support post-conflict reconstruction in Ukraine.
Anti-Gun Violence Walk around downtown Columbia
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - A large group of Benedict College students held an Anti-Gun Violence Walk around campus Tuesday, March 16th. A simple walk sending a loud message, reminding the community…
Rock Hill city leaders fire back at Carolina Panthers
Rock Hill, SC (WOLO) --- Rock Hill city leaders are firing back at the Carolina Panthers. The two sides continue to blame each other for a pause in construction at the…
Deductions you could be missing out on
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- The tax deadline is a little more than a month away and the State Department of Revenue wants to make sure you get everything that's coming to you. Last year department officials say more than a…
Extreme NASCAR Themed Home for Sale in Rock Hill
There’s a NASCAR-themed mobile home for sale in Rock Hill, South Carolina and the Zillow listing is going viral. The home is in the city of Rock Hill for $179,000. Every room is filled with racing memorabilia, including cardboard cutouts of various drivers.
DHEC releases first of now weekly coronavirus reports in the state
Beginning today, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control is releasing the state's coronavirus data on a weekly basis.
SC House Speaker Jay Lucas will not seek re-election
South Carolina House Speaker Jay Lucas has announced he will not be running for re-election.
Done in a day: SC House sprints through $14 billion budget
The House voted 108-7 late Monday to give the budget key approval.
Lexington County warns of ongoing scam
Lexington, SC (WOLO) -- There's scam alert this evening in Lexington County. Deputies say several people have received a call from someone claiming to be Lieutenant Mark Daniels. The call claims there is a…
Richland Co. to begin spraying to reduce mosquito population
Richland Co., SC (WOLO) --- Richland County officials say they will begin spraying for mosquitoes in the coming months. Officials say when a spray truck is nearby, residents should remain indoors to allow the driver to thoroughly cover the area.…
Good Morning America coming to USC
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Good Morning America is coming to Columbia on Tuesday, March 15th. GMA's Rise and Shine crew will be at the University of South Carolina starting at…
SC House to start budget debate; billion-dollar split looms
The South Carolina House will begin debate on the state's $14 billion budget Monday, but one billion-dollar bit of business probably won't get settled until well into the spring.
SLED: Barricaded person found dead in Lexington home
LEXINGTON, S.C. (WOLO) - SLED is investigating an incident that involved a barricaded subject in Lexington County. According to SLED officers attempted to negotiate with the subject for over 24 hours, from Saturday afternoon into Sunday afternoon. Once Lexington Police…
One killed, four injured in early morning shooting
Columbia, SC (WOLO)--Columbia Police say four people were injured and one killed in a shooting at a downtown apartment complex. Investigators say officers arrived shortly after 2am Sunday following a reported shooting at Greene Crossing Apartments on Pulaski St. According…
Teens arrested after bomb threat at movie theatre in Lexington
LEXINGTON, S.C. (WOLO) - People were evacuated from the Regal Northlake Village after a bomb threat was made at the theatre on Saturday evening. According to the Lexington Police Department officers searched and cleared the building. Investigators believe the threat…
Trump 'Save America' rally in Florence
FLORENCE, S.C. (WOLO) - Former President Donald Trump made a visit to Florence on Saturday night. Thousands gathered to hear Trump speak at his 'Save America' rally. The former president criticized President Joe…
Russia's invasion on Ukraine driving up gas prices
(CNN) -- The fallout from Russia's invasion of Ukraine is contributing to the U.S. gas prices hitting record highs. And just ahead of the summer driving season it's already having an impact…
