Crews continue work to repair SC roads, restore power in the state
High winds caused many trees and branches to fall on roads across the area. Downed power lines were also seen on some streets and even on some people's yards.
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Scott creates MLK Day videos, hopes to rebut Biden speech
The U.S. Senate's only Black Republican is putting forth what he characterizes as a positive response to partisan rhetoric on race that he's best-positioned to rebut. Tim Scott of South Carolina tells The Associated Press that he hopes a video series on issues he sees as pertinent to the Black community will help refocus a fraught national conversation on race.
S. Carolina governor prepares for State of the State speech
McMaster will speak to both senators and representatives in the South Carolina House chamber Wednesday at 7 p.m.
School District of Newberry County shift to virtual learning Jan.18 -21
NEWBERRY, S.C. (WOLO) - School District of Newberry County says its experiencing a high number of students and staff impacted by COVID-19. As a result, school district leaders say schools will shift…
Teen charged after a state sign was altered to include racial slur
SUMTER, SC (WOLO) – The Sumter Police Department says a 17-year-old was taken into custody Sunday after a digital message board was altered to include a racial slur. Investigators say the teen is charged with aggravated breach of peace and…
Jazz Girls Day at the University of South Carolina
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - This weekend young girls from middle and high schools in South Carolina were invited to join the jazz faculty at the University of South Carolina's school of music…
DHEC updates quarantine guidelines for school staff exposed to COVID-19 without symptoms
DHEC updated its quarantine guidance for teachers and school staff exposed to the coronavirus with no symptoms under crisis staffing conditions.
Sunday Closings and Cancellations
City of West Columbia Parks Richland County Recreation Commission-All parks, community centers and the Linrick Golf Course closed Sunday. First Nazareth Baptist Church-All in-person activity cancelled. Richland Co. Recreation Commission-All parks and facilities. SC State Museum-Closed. Union UMC- Sunday services…
Sumter Police investigating racial slur on SCDOT sign
Sumter, S.C. (WOLO)-- Sumter police are investigating after they say someone tampered with a SCDOT sign near the US 76/Hwy. 378 bypass changing the message to a include a racial slur. In…
One streaming service announces plans to raise rates, again
(CNN) --Your Netflix bill is about to go up again. The streaming media company said Friday it is raising the prices on its plans in the United States and Canada. In the United States, the subscription price for the standard…
Governor McMaster declares State of Emergency as winter weather is expected in the state
With winter weather predicted in the Palmetto State this weekend, Governor Henry McMaster issued an Executive Order declaring a State of Emergency.
SCEMD urges Midlands residents to prepare for potential winter weather this weekend
SCEMD urges Midlands residents to prepare for potential winter weather this weekend.
DHEC: 19,483 new cases of COVID-19, 34 additional virus related deaths in SC
DHEC reports 19,483 new cases of COVID-19 and 34 additional virus related deaths in South Carolina.
20/20 to air hour long special on Alex Murdaugh
(ABC News) --- ABC will run a two hour special on the swirling intrigue and scandal surrounding former Low Country Attorney Alex Murdaugh. The program features never before seen interviews with those most closely involved…
A year after SC inmate's death, family still seeking charges
Relatives for Jamal Sutherland want South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson to prosecute the Charleston County guards who restrained the 31-year-old shortly before his death.
Bank of America plans to get rid of some fees
(CNN) --- Fees for bounced checks could soon be a thing of the past. Bank of America is the latest major financial institution to announce that it is ending fees for…
American Red Cross makes plea for donations in Carolinas
A number of American Red Cross chapters across North Carolina and South Carolina is issuing a plea for donations, citing a combination of the COVID-19 pandemic and the typical post-holiday decline in the winter.
Crews responding to plane crash in Lexington Co.
Lexington Co., S.C. (WOLO)-- According to a source close to the situation, crews are responding to a small plane crash in the Gilbert area near Woods Point Rd. A spokesperson for the…
SCDEW: Unemployment insurance claims up last week
Unemployment insurance claims in South Carolina are trending upward, as high inflation rates and coronavirus cases sweeps through the state.
SCDOT prepares for possible winter weather in the Midlands
With possible winter weather on its way to the Midlands, SCDOT is preparing for any hazardous road conditions.
