SC hate crime bill heads to Senate after passing third reading in the House
Representatives have advanced a South Carolina hate crime bill after it passed a third reading Thursday. The bill will now head to the Senate to be voted on.
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Doctors Care and parent co. to pay more than $22 million settlement for False Claims Act allegations
The state's largest urgent care network is paying more than $22 million to settle false claims act allegations.
Prisma Health hosting virtual 2021 WellFest on May 22
Prisma Health is still scheduled to hold their free annual health and wellness event next month. This year's event will be conducted virtually. WellFest 2021 will be May 22 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
DHEC: 495 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, 20 additional deaths in SC
DHEC reports 495 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 and 20 new deaths in South Carolina.
SC residents must search for work or grow their skills in order to keep unemployment benefits
A growing number of states are bringing back a search for work requirement to keep unemployment benefits. According to unemploymentpua.com, South Carolina, North Carolina, Nevada and Idaho recently added a work mandate to its jobless benefits.
Law enforcement speaks about the Rock Hill shooting that left five people dead Wednesday
The York County Sheriff's Office speaks about the shooting in Rock Hill that left five dead and the suspected shooter, former NFL player Phillip Adams
Woman suing Governor McMaster over back to work directive speaks out
Myrtle Beach, SC (WPDE) --- Wednesday we heard from the woman who has filed a lawsuit against Governor Henry McMaster after he directed state employees who are working from home to return to…
Lexington police say drunk driving arrests are a concern
Lexington, SC (WOLO) --- Lexington Police say one of their main priorities is making sure residents and those coming into the area are staying safe. The department saying they have been working on…
Lawmaker's comments on SC hate crime bill called "overtly racist, offensive"
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - State leaders have started responding to a lawmakers's comments about why he voted against the hate crime bill moving its way through the South Carolina legislature. The bill known as the Clementa Pinckney Bill passed its…
Open carry without permit approved by SC House
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - The South Carolina House has approved a so-called constitutional carry bill that would let state residents carry guns openly without a permit. Lawmakers voted 69-47 in favor of the bill Wednesday. Several weeks ago, lawmakers approved…
Governor Henry McMaster reacts to Darla Moore ending her association with UofSC
Tuesday night, the University of South Carolina's biggest donor ended her association with the university after it failed to acknowledge her mother's passing. In a letter to the Board of Trustees, which was obtained by the Post and Courier, Moore stated, “the deepest regret of my life is the effort and resources I have expended on your behalf.”
Hate crime bill passes first reading
South Carolina's hate crime legislation is one step closer to becoming law. Wednesday afternoon, the measure known as the Clementa Pinckney Bill passed its first reading in the House. The bill's sponsors say it will send a clear message that hate is not tolerated in South Carolina.
Robert Kerr named next director of SC Department of Health and Human Services
Governor Henry McMaster named the next director of the Department of Health and Human Services. Wednesday afternoon, the governor announced Robert Kerr will take over the position he previously held between 2003-2007. Prior to that he was employed by the agency for more than 20 years.
AG Alan Wilson and several lawmakers participate in 10th annual Children's Advocacy Day
Wednesday, Attorney General Alan Wilson and several state lawmakers took part in the 10th Annual Children's Advocacy Day. Groups such as the Children’s Advocacy Centers, the Children’s Trust Program and Silent Tears help sponsor the day to bring child abuse to light.
State officials recognize April as the Month of the Military Child
State officials have recognized the month of April as the Month of the Military Child. It’s a chance to celebrate children all across the nation who make sacrifices and overcome many challenges.
DHEC: 324 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, six additional deaths in SC
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released the state's latest coronavirus numbers as of Tuesday.
At Clemson, unmarked slave graves highlight plantation past
On the sloping side of a cemetery on the campus of Clemson University, dozens of small white flags with pink ribbons have replaced the beer cans that once littered a hill where football fans held tailgate parties outside Memorial Stadium.
South Carolina to get $47 million from CDC to help expand vaccine efforts
Columbia, SC (Associated Press) ---South Carolina is getting a major boost from the Centers For Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for COVID-19 vaccine programs. The $47 million dollar award is intended to assist…
USC's biggest donor blasts UofSC in letter sent to board, administration
Columbia, SC ( WOLO) -- According to the Post and Courier, the University of South Carolina, Darla Moore says she is "embarrassed and Humiliated to be associated" with the University after they failed…
ACLU sues McMaster for ordering state workers' office return
The American Civil Liberties Union is suing South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster over an executive order requiring state agencies to fast-track employees' return to the office during the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
