DHEC offering free testing in honor of National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day
Today is National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, and DHEC is offering free HIV and STD testing tomorrow at participating health departments.
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SC Senate medical marijuana debate stretches to third week
The debate over whether to legalize medical marijuana in South Carolina is extending into a third week in the state Senate starting Tuesday.
SC House OKs higher fines for passing stopped school buses
The South Carolina House has approved a bill that increases the penalties for passing a stopped school bus and requires all buses to have longer stop sign arms to extend across a lane of traffic. The proposal now heads to the Senate.
FAA investigating plane crash in Lexington Co.
Gilbert, S.C. (WOLO)-- The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating a small plane crash Saturday in Gilbert in Lexington Co. A spokesperson for the agency says, "The pilot of a single-engine de Havilland Canada DHC-2 Beaver crashed while attempting to depart…
Nine year old struck, killed
Sumter, S.C. (WOLO)-- According to the Sumter Co. Coroner's Office, a 9 year old was crossing Hwy. 378 Wednesday. Officials say Za’Hiar Hammet, died Friday at Palmetto Health Richland. The Highway Patrol is investigating.
DHEC: 6,009 new cases of COVID-19, 47 additional virus related deaths in SC
DHEC reports 6,009 new cases of COVID-19 and 47 additional virus related deaths in the Palmetto State.
Beware of 'romance scams' when looking for love online
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- The FBI is warning of 'romance scams' ahead of the Valentine's Day holiday. Romance scams happen when criminal actors deceive victims into believing they're engaging in a trusting relationship, then…
Recall: Salad lovers may need to check the refrigerator
(CNN) --- A popular brand of salad dressing is being recalled . Conagra Brands says it's issuing a voluntary recall for some bottles of Wish-Bone Chunky blue cheese dressing and thousand island dressing. Both contain egg which is not stated on…
Local doctors address racial inequalities in health care
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Racism and inequalities can be seen throughout black history and while there has been progress, discrimination is still present today. When it comes to health care doctors…
Consumer News: Energy costs rise, high car prices expected to stick around this year and more
Consumer News: Energy costs rise, high car prices expected to stick around this year and more.
Committee advances lawyer's nomination to state health board
A panel of South Carolina lawmakers has advanced the appointment of a Columbia-area attorney to head the state's health board.
S Carolina House leaders want to just tackle income tax cut
Republican leaders in the South Carolina House appear ready to tackle cutting income taxes in the state before this year's General Assembly session ends in May.
SCDEW: Increase in first time unemployment insurance claims last week
SCDEW says there was an increase in the number of first time unemployment insurance claims filed last week.
DHEC: 5,136 new cases of COVID-19, 137 additional virus related deaths in SC
DHEC reports 5,136 new cases of COVID-19 and 137 additional virus related deaths in the state.
Police: Man critically injured in Forest Acres
Forest Acres, S.C. (WOLO)--The Forest Acres Police Department is investigating a shooting that they say left a man in critical condition. Investigators say the shooting took place around 5:40 Wednesday evening and the Landings apartments on Covenant Rd. Police say…
Chapin police investigate shooting at fast food restaurant
Chapin, S.C. (WOLO)--A man is in custody tonight accused of shooting a co-worker at a Midlands fast-food restaurant. Police in Chapin say Warren Rumph is charged with attempted murder. Investigators say they responded…
South Carolina DHEC pushes Test-To-Stay program for schools
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - South Carolina school districts are being urged to adopt the ‘Test-To-Stay' program for students. The extra push comes today from South Carolina DHEC as advisors say it will…
SC lawmakers, educators find common ground in school choice
The bill would require every school district in the state to offer some type of program to send children to a school outside their zoned areas. It also would allow children to go to a school in a different district.
Hearn, three dozen more judges elected by SC Legislature
South Carolina Supreme Court associate Justice Kaye Hearn has been elected to another six-year term. Hearn was one of more than three dozen judges put on the bench by the General Assembly on Wednesday.
DHEC: 4,860 new cases of COVID-19, 101 additional virus related deaths in SC
DHEC reported 101 coronavirus related deaths in its latest update.
