Senator Lindsey Graham reacts to nomination of Judge Jackson for the Supreme Court
South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham reacted to the nomination of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson this morning.
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AG Wilson announces details from settlement with major opioid distributors
Attorney General Wilson says the money will provide financial resources to help combat the Palmetto State's opioid epidemic.
President Biden announces sanctions against Russia
(CNN) --- With an invasion of Ukraine underway, President Biden has announced additional harsh sanctions against Russia targeting more of Russia's banks and elites. The sanction sent the Russian stock market and currency…
Consumer News: Unemployment claims fall in the U.S., how the Russian invasion of Ukraine can affect Americans at home and more
Consumer News: Unemployment claims fall in the U.S., how the Russian invasion of Ukraine can affect Americans at home and more.
SCDEW reports slight uptick in first time unemployment insurance claims
SCDEW reports an increase in the number of people filing first time unemployment insurance claims last week.
Leaders from SC react to Russian attack on Ukraine
Leaders from South Carolina react to Russian attack on Ukraine
SC House's $14 billion budget provides raises for almost all
The House budget includes a $4,000 raise for teachers, a 3% raise for state employees and extra pay for law enforcement officers. It also includes a $600 million income tax cut and $1 billion on roads from accelerating the widening of clogged interstates to repaving and improving safety on rural highways.
DHEC: 1,005 new cases of COVID-19, 30 additional virus related deaths in SC
DHEC reports 1,005 new cases of COVID-19 and 30 additional virus related deaths in the state.
'The Art of Being a Woman' exhibit
Columbia, SC (WOLO ) --- The Richland Library is getting ready to unveil the artwork of more than a dozen local artists and poets. Organizers say the goal of the exhibit is…
Hands-free cellphone bill passes the South Carolina Senate
The proposal faces one last routine vote before heading to the House, which has failed to pass a number of similar bills in recent years.
Democrats and Republicans praise tax cuts in South Carolina
The Republican-dominated South Carolina House has unanimously passed a $600 million income tax cut in less than 15 minutes of debate.
DHEC: 999 new cases of COVID-19, 14 additional virus related deaths in SC
DHEC reports 999 new cases of COVID-19 and 14 additional virus related deaths in South Carolina.
COVID vaccine ban bill headed to South Carolina Senate floor
A bill to fine businesses that fire workers who refuse to get vaccinated against COVID-19 is headed to the South Carolina Senate floor.
Columbia PD investigate a double shooting leaving 2 hospitalized
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- The Columbia Police Department is hoping you have information that can help them in the preliminary stages of their investigation of a Tuesday night shooting. According to authorities…
Family request FBI for investigation into Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center after inmate death
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - The family of an inmate who died at the Alvin S. Glen Detention Center is calling for an FBI investigation into the facility. The family says 27-year-old…
SC House income tax cut likely coming up for quick vote
The House Ways and Means Committee voted unanimously Tuesday to approve the bill that would cut the state's top 7% income tax rate to 6.5% next year and push all other taxpayers into a 3% bracket.
DHEC updates school and childcare center guidance towards endemic phase
Officials say the updated guidance helps transition from Test to Stay and quarantine procedures towards living with the virus with minimal disruptions.
DHEC: 737 new cases of COVID-19, no new deaths in SC
DHEC reports 737 new cases of COVID-19 and no new virus related deaths in its latest update.
Governor McMaster names next executive director of SCDJJ
Hendrick served as acting director starting in September 2021, after Freddie Pough resigned.
Senator Graham speaks on the effect of a Russian invasion of Ukraine
South Carolina's U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham says gas is going to go up significantly and cause a ripple effect if Russia invades Ukraine.
