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Dr. Linda Bell addresses concerns that smokers will be prioritized over others for the COVID-19 vaccine

The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control provided an update on its efforts to distribute as many vaccines as possible.

DHEC: 1,516 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, 39 additional deaths in SC

The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released the state's latest coronavirus numbers as of Tuesday.

Former SCANA CEO to plead guilty to federal fraud charges on February 24

According to U.S. Attorney Peter M. McCoy Jr., former SCANA Corporation CEO Kevin Marsh is scheduled to plead guilty in federal court to charges of conspiracy to commit mail fraud and wire fraud.

AP: S. Carolina Senate OKs moving teachers up in vaccine line

The South Carolina Senate has voted unanimously in favor of a proposal to make teachers eligible for the coronavirus vaccine. Tuesday's resolution would put educators and daycare staff in Phase 1A of the state's vaccine plan along with seniors and health care workers.

Abducted Two Year old safe, Suspect remains on the loose: Cayce DPS

CAYCE, SC (WOLO) -- A 2 year old that was the subject of an Amber Alert was found safely shortly after Midnight, according to Cayce DPS. The suspect remains on the loose Wednesday morning. The agency announced around 12:30am…

S. Carolina considers joining much of US in open gun carry

Some South Carolina lawmakers want to allow people with permits to carry concealed guns to be able to carry their weapons out in the open.

AMBER ALERT CANCELLED: 2-year-old child found safely

UPDATE (12:30 a.m.): According to Cayce DPS, the Amber Alert has been cancelled. The agency says Carlee has been found safely. Check back for more updates. UPDATE (11:50 p.m.) : An Amber Alert has been issued for Carlee…

Bill that would ban most abortions in South Carolina moves closer to final approval

State Rep. Cezar McKnight, D-Kingstree, speaks during a House Judiciary Committee meeting on a bill that would likely ban all abortions in the state,. Tuesday, Feb. 9, 2021 in Columbia, S.C. The bill…

MUSC says it is experiencing a vaccine shortage

The Medical University of South Carolina answered questions from the public about their current vaccination process on Tuesday.

PACT Act working through SC legislature

The PACT Act is making its way through the South Carolina legislature. The bill is designed to bring more funding to law enforcement to better serve our communities.

Amy Cofield removed as director of the State Accident Fund, under investigation

Monday, Governor Henry McMaster issued an executive order removing the director of the State Accident Fund. According to the Office of the Governor, Amy Cofield is accused of awarding a state contract to a company that her husband works for.

DHEC: 1,372 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, four additional deaths in SC

The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released the state's latest coronavirus data as of Monday.

SC House committee considers ban on almost all abortions

A bill that would likely ban almost all abortions in South Carolina is expected to move closer to final approval Tuesday.

Dems propose $1,400 payments as part of Biden virus relief

WASHINGTON (AP) - Democrats on the US House Ways and Means Committee are proposing an additional $1,400 in direct payments to individuals, bolstered unemployment benefits and more generous tax breaks for families with children and for lower earners. The panel…

Principal who donated his Walmart paychecks to students, honored with the Order of the Palmetto

North Charleston High School Principal Henry Darby took on a second job to have money to give to students in need. On Monday, Principal Darby was given the Order of the Palmetto, the highest honor the state can bestow on one of its citizens.

Prisma Health halting walk-in vaccinations for the rest of the week

In a statement released Monday, Prisma Health announced that they will no longer be accepting walk-ins at their COVID-19 vaccination sites this week.

SC Senate majority leader wants teachers bumped up to phase 1a of vaccine distribution

Last week, South Carolina Senate Majority Leader Shane Massey proposed a joint amendment to require The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control and the Department of Education to move teachers and staff to phase 1a, and have a plan to vaccinate all who want the vaccine within 30 days.