Where you can get tested for COVID-19 during the holidays
There's still time to get tested for COVID-19 to help keep your loved ones safe this holiday season.
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Richland Co. investigates deadly shooting
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- The Richland County Sheriff’s Department is asking members of the public for their help as they investigate a shooting that left one man dead Thursday night. According to officials, deputies were called to the 2500 block…
Darlington County man files lawsuit against corrections officer after being tased multiple times
A Darlington County man is bringing legal action against a corrections officer after he was tased twice, once while he was handcuffed.
SCDEW: Decrease in first time unemployment insurance claims filed last week
SCDEW says more than 1,200 people filed initial unemployment claims in South Carolina last week.
DHEC: 2,220 new cases of COVID-19, 23 additional virus related deaths in SC
DHEC reports 2,220 new cases of COVID-19 and 23 additional virus related deaths in South Carolina. This is the highest daily case total since October 1, according to DHEC.
More police on SC roads; lanes kept open for holiday travel
Construction crews on road projects across South Carolina are getting a Christmas break too as officials promise they won't close lanes for work over the long holiday season.
Majority Whip Jim Clyburn tests positive for COVID
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- U.S. House Majority Whip James E. Clyburn is speaking out after testing positive for COVID-19. The news comes less than a week after President Biden visited South Carolina State University to deliver the 2021 commencement speech…
Fewer bellringers means fewer donations at the Salvation Army of the Midlands
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - The Salvation Army of the Midlands says there is a decrease in kettle workers and donations this Christmas. The organization says the decrease in donations aren’t due to…
DHEC giving WIC Program recipients more money for fruits and vegetables
Participant's in DHEC's WIC Program now have a little extra money to spend on fruits and vegetables.
Records: Ex-CEO won't face charges in nuclear fraud case
Newly unsealed court documents show the former top executive for the contractor hired to build two South Carolina nuclear reactors that were never finished won't face criminal charges.
Sheriff gets $25K bond in assault case over shocked inmate
A judge has set bond at $25,000 for suspended Marlboro County Sheriff Charles Lemon days after he was indicted on charges he ordered a deputy to shock a jail inmate with a Taser.
FBI chief of staff named interim US attorney for S. Carolina
FBI Director Christopher Wray's former chief of staff has been named the interim U.S. attorney for South Carolina. Corey F. Ellis was appointed to the role Tuesday by Attorney General Merrick Garland.
DHEC: 1,323 new cases of COVID-19, 16 additional virus related deaths in SC
DHEC reports 1,323 new cases of COVID-19 and 16 additional virus related deaths in the Palmetto State.
Outgoing Columbia City Mayor oversees final council meeting
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- It was a historic day during Tuesday's Columbia City council meeting. Mayor Steve Benjamin presided over his final council meeting after three terms as the 44th Mayor…
Assisted living holiday visitation amid pandemic
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - Residents at a local assisted living facility are able to feel the warmth of a hug from family and friends this season. Spending the holidays with the…
Local business gives back to mother of fallen SC firefighter
The holiday season is meant for giving, and a local business gave back to the mother of a fallen firefighter in South Carolina.
Descendants of John C. Calhoun file lawsuit over monument removal
Descendants of John C. Calhoun have filed a lawsuit against the City of Charleston claiming it violated the trust agreement made when the monument was given to the city.
DHEC encouraging residents to get their flu shots amid increased case numbers
“We know there have been talks of a ‘twindemic’ with COVID and the flu. And that’s the last thing we want to see in South Carolina and throughout the rest of nation. So we strongly encourage all eligible people to get their flu shots, as well as their COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters.”
Education leaders ask for raises for teachers, bus drivers
The state Education Department is asking South Carolina lawmakers to increase pay for all teachers by 2% next school year.
DHEC: 933 new cases of COVID-19, 14 additional virus related deaths in SC
DHEC reports 933 new cases of COVID-19 and 14 additional virus related deaths in South Carolina.
