Former Governor Nikki Haley visits the Statehouse
Former South Carolina Governor and Ambassador to the U.N. Nikki Haley stopped by the Statehouse today.
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House Democrats urge SC Senate to pass hate crime bill
House Democrats are urging the Senate to pass South Carolina's hate crime bill. ABC Columbia's Alex Tejada has the full story tonight at 6.
DHEC encourages schools to utilize 'Test to Stay' program to keep more kids in the classroom
DHEC is encouraging schools statewide to use the 'Test to Stay' program. It allows rapid tests to be used on K-12 students who have been exposed to COVID-19, in hopes that more students can stay in class in person.
DHEC: 4,137 new cases of COVID-19, 28 additional virus related deaths in SC
DHEC reports 4,137 new cases of COVID-19 and 28 additional virus related deaths in South Carolina.
New Healthcare program set to open at College of Charleston
Charleston, SC (WOLO) ---Students who want to be nurses will soon have another option in South Carolina. The College of Charleston is creating a new school to train health care workers. The School…
One study ranks SC one of the worst states to find love
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- With Valentine's Day fast approaching one survey says South Carolina is not the place to find a date. According to https://wallethub.com/ this is the tenth worst state for singles…
Kia recalls more than 400k cars over faulty airbags
(ABC News) --- DETROIT -- Kia is recalling more than 410,000 vehicles in the U.S. to fix a problem that can stop the air bags from inflating in a crash. The recall covers certain Forte small cars from the 2017 and…
State Treasurer: More than 615,000 new properties added to Unclaimed Property Program
“We know that approximately 1 in 10 Americans have unclaimed property. Each year billions of dollars get returned to State Treasurer’s Offices across the country,” said Treasurer Loftis. “It’s our job to return those funds to the rightful owners, and I am encouraging individuals, businesses, charities, schools and other organizations to check our website to see if we have funds waiting for you.”
'Seizure Safe Schools Act' heading to state Senate floor
This act would require all schools in South Carolina to train teachers, faculty and staff how to respond to students who have seizures at school or on the school bus.
DHEC: 5,716 new cases of COVID-19, 35 additional virus related deaths in SC
DHEC reports 5,716 new cases of COVID-19 and 35 additional virus related deaths in the state.
Sen. Lindsey Graham signals his support for possible Supreme Court nominee
Republican Senator from South Carolina Lindsey Graham is signaling his support for possible Supreme Court nominee Judge Michelle Childs.
Clyburn, architect of Biden's court pledge, pushes his pick
Clyburn is making a forceful case for his preferred choice, U.S. District Judge J. Michelle Childs, a jurist from his native South Carolina.
SC Senate medical marijuana bill to go into another week
The South Carolina Senate debate on medical marijuana is going into another week.
Cheslie Kryst, former Miss USA & UofSC athlete, dies at 30
Cheslie Kryst, the 2019 winner of the Miss USA pageant and a former athlete for UofSC, has died at age 30.
Local Living: "Spring Break Camp", "Annual Black Market" and more!
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- Here is a look at some of the events happening in your Local Living. South Carolina State Museum Spring Break Camp Although it may not seem like it with these…
SC state senator brings medical marijuana bill to chamber floor after years of effort
Davis has been proposing medical marijuana since 2014 and has invested years of research into the issue. He has answered questions about concerns over the bill at the statehouse this week.
Get those emergency winter weather kits ready
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- The South Carolina Emergency Management Division (SCEMD) encourages every household to have an emergency preparedness plan in place in case you lose power. that includes a winter weather supplies kit…
Consumer News
(CNN) --- Inflation Prices continue jumping A key inflation measure rose again last year at the fastest pace since 1982. The Bureau of Economic Analysis says inflation was up 5.8% between December…
Irmo police searching for missing teen
Irmo, S.C. (WOLO)--Irmo police are searching for Devon White, 16. Police say White was last seen at a foster home on January 25th. Investigators believe he ran away. He was last seen…
Columbia Police investigate Bluff Rd. shooting
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- Columbia police are investigating a a shooting at the BP gas station on Bluff Rd. near Williams-Brice Stadium. Police say a man received a non-life threatening injury to the foot. If you…
