AP: SC governor signs abortion ban; Planned Parenthood sues
South Carolina's governor has signed a bill banning most abortions into law. Gov. Henry McMaster placed his seal of approval on the measure during a statehouse ceremony Thursday afternoon.
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DHEC: 1,451 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, 32 additional deaths in SC
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released the state's latest coronavirus numbers as of Wednesday.
Ways you can help struggling Texans from right here in the Midlands
Harsh winter storms have pounded the state of Texas, leaving millions of people without power. There are several ways you can help those in need without leaving the comfort of your home.
AP: South Carolina governor awaits bill banning most abortions
A bill banning most abortions in South Carolina is heading to Republican Gov. Henry McMaster's desk. He's promised to sign it into law as soon as he can, which is expected to be Thursday.
AP: Police: Man shoots at officers, sets fire during standoff
Authorities say police officers have shot at a man who fired at them several times and set his house on fire during a standoff.
Muddled promises on opening schools pose political problems for Biden
WASHINGTON (AP) - President Joe Biden is in a political firestorm over how and when to get more schools open amid the coronavirus pandemic. Republicans have seized on confusion surrounding Biden's goal to reopen a majority of schools within his…
North Carolina moves to limit out-of-state access to vaccine
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) - North Carolina public health officials are shifting their guidance to improve access to the vaccine for North Carolinians. The new state guidance permitted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention allows vaccinators to turn away…
CPD UPDATE: Man accused of scamming victims in construction deal, arrested and charged
The Columbia Police Department says Tyron Bethea has been arrested and charged with obtaining property under false pretenses.
Governor McMaster calls on lawmakers to provide more grants for state college students in need
Governor Henry McMaster is calling on state lawmakers to provide more for the state's college students in need.
DHEC unveils new dashboard on demographics of vaccine recipients
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control is providing a new resource to determine who is getting the vaccine and who is not. Earlier this week, the agency unveiled the COVID-19 vaccine demographics dashboard.
SC House Republicans vote to advance the Fetal Heartbeat Bill to the governor's desk
On Wednesday afternoon, South Carolina House Republicans voted advance the Fetal Heartbeat Bill to a third reading.
SC leaders react to Rush Limbaugh's passing
Several leaders from South Carolina released statements reacting to the passing of longtime conservative radio host Rush Limbaugh.
DHEC: 655 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, 50 additional deaths in SC
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released the state's latest coronavirus data as of Tuesday.
New research shows severe COVID-19 cases may be linked to eye damage
New research shows severe cases of COVID-19 may be linked to eye damage.
Demonstrators gather at the Statehouse, voicing their opposition to the Fetal Heartbeat Bill
State House lawmakers are discussing the Fetal Heartbeat Bill, which would prevent an abortion when a heartbeat has been detected, normally around six weeks. The bill has already passed in the Senate.
AP: SC Democrats walk out to protest restrictive abortion bill
Democratic members of the South Carolina House have walked out of the chamber to protest a bill that would ban nearly all abortions in the state.
AP: South Carolina vaccine relief bill headed to McMaster's desk
South Carolina lawmakers have agreed to spend up to $208 million to bolster coronavirus vaccination efforts across the state.
Mayor Steve Benjamin delivers his final 'State of the City' address
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- As Columbia nears the one year mark since COVID-19 hit the Midlands Tuesday night outgoing Mayor Steve Benjamin gave his final State of the City address to a…
If you think the Midlands are cold, 'Take a Look at This'!
(CNN) -- As much of the country is hunkering down for another round of snow, one homeowner in Pennsylvania is making a statement with a frozen tradition. Plus, an art teacher…
Home invasion suspect dies after 82-year-old man fights back
JACKSON, S.C. (AP) - Authorities in South Carolina say a man accused of attacking an elderly couple in their home is dead after the 82-year-old husband fought back. The couple told the Aiken County Sheriff's Office the man forced his…
