DHEC: 2,621 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, 88 additional deaths in SC
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released the state's latest coronavirus data as of Tuesday.
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Pro-life leaders speak on the Fetal Heartbeat Bill being debated at the State House
Governor Henry McMaster held a press conference Wednesday afternoon where leaders from pro-life groups spoke about the proposed Fetal Heartbeat Bill.
Biden to reopen ‘Obamacare’ markets for COVID-19 relief
President Biden plans to reopen the HealthCare.gov insurance markets for a special sign-up opportunity geared to people needing coverage.
Federal Trade Commission warns of 'brushing scams'
(CNN) -- Packages with weird items people never ordered are showing up on doorsteps of a number of homes across the Country Now the Federal Trade Commission and cyber experts are telling consumers what's…
Columbia Police search for armed robbery suspect
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- The Columbia Police Department needs your help identifying and locating a man they say is a suspect in an armed robbery. According to authorities the incident took place…
Overturned timber truck temporarily closes Columbia intersection
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- The Columbia police Department is asking anyone traveling along McCords Ferry Road at the intersection of Leesburg Road has been shut down after officials say a timber truck overturned blocking…
Democrats prepare to push forward Biden's COVID relief package
WASHINGTON (AP) - Senate Democrats are preparing to push ahead with President Joe Biden's $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief package. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer told senators Tuesday to be ready to vote as soon as next week on a budget…
Lawmakers vote in favor of reforming Santee Cooper utility
In the House Tuesday, lawmakers took another step toward the future of Santee Cooper. According to House Speaker Jay Lucas, representatives voted in favor of significantly reforming the state-owned utility now, with the goal of selling it in the future.
State law enforcement participate in Torch Run for Special Olympics SC
Officials say law enforcement agencies raised $692,000 for Special Olympics South Carolina this year.
DHEC: 1,993 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, 24 additional deaths in SC
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released the state's latest coronavirus numbers as of Monday.
AP: SC lawmakers advance $208 million for vaccine rollout
The lawmakers who write South Carolina's budget voted Monday afternoon to advance a $208 million coronavirus pandemic relief bill to speed up COVID-19 vaccination efforts.
Grand Strand business owners worried about toll of COVID-19, with tourist season fast approaching
The official start of tourist season in South Carolina is only a few months away. With COVID-19 cases still taking a toll on the economy, business owners along the Grand Strand are worried about their future.
SC DEW: More than $5 billion in unemployment benefits paid out since start of pandemic
The South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce says it has distributed more than $5 billion in unemployment benefits since the start of the pandemic. That works out to more than $500 million per month.
DHEC provides update on COVID-19 vaccination efforts in the state
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control says there have been 277,258 vaccine doses administered in the state so far. While the focus has been on the vaccine and ways to get it to people more efficiently, Dr. Brannon Traxler says the vaccine is not the end of the fight against COVID-19.
AP: SC lawmakers considering $208 million for vaccine rollout
The lawmakers who write South Carolina's budget will vote Monday afternoon on advancing up to $208 million to speed up COVID-19 vaccination efforts and fund other pandemic relief.
DHEC: 2,736 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, five additional deaths in SC
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released the state's latest coronavirus numbers as of Sunday.
UPDATE: Endangered person from Greenville County found safe
Authorities with the Greenville County Sheriff's Office and the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division are asking for the public's help in locating an endangered person.
Explore the education options for your child in the SC Virtual School Choice Fair Wednesday
Families interested in exploring options in education can take part in the South Carolina Virtual School Choice Fair this week. It takes place this Wednesday at 11 a.m. during South Carolina School Choice Week. Governor Henry McMaster's official proclamation of the week will be presented during the fair.
SC lawmakers could discuss Heartbeat Bill this week
The South Carolina House and Senate are expected to discuss some contentious bills this week. The Senate could debate a bill that would ban almost all abortions in the state, but lawmakers could delay considering that legislation.
Governor McMaster happy with improvement in vaccine rollout but still wants more done
Governor Henry McMaster tweeted about the progress of coronavirus vaccinations in the Palmetto State on Sunday.
