SC senator gets 7-year wish for medical marijuana debate
The South Carolina Senate has started a debate on medical marijuana. Sen. Tom Davis has dedicated more than seven years of his legislative career to getting the debate that started Wednesday.
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SC man sentenced for assaulting law enforcement during U.S. Capitol breach
According to officials, a South Carolina man was sentenced to 44 months in prison for assaulting law enforcement during the breach of the Capitol on January 6.
DHEC releases some virus data from weekend backlog, reports over 22,000 new cases Sunday
says a processing issue that caused a data backlog has largely been resolved. The health agency released most preliminary data from the backlog in a report this afternoon.
South Carolina 'fetal heartbeat' bill heads to appeals court
An appellate court is preparing to hear arguments over a lawsuit challenging South Carolina's abortion law. The court is set to hear arguments Thursday in Planned Parenthood's case against South Carolina's measure.
Total abortion ban advances in South Carolina legislature
A group of South Carolina lawmakers have advanced a proposal to ban all abortions in the state should the U.S. Supreme Court allow it. The full Medical Affairs committee is now poised to consider that measure after a subcommittee voted on it Wednesday.
Sen. Lindsey Graham on the tension between Russia and Ukraine
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham was at the Statehouse Tuesday to promote the balanced budget amendment. Graham also reacted to the latest tensions between Russia and Ukraine.
SC House Bill proposal would make asking someone asking about their vaccination status a crime
A recently proposed law in South Carolina would make it a criminal offense to ask about someone's vaccination status.
SC Senate votes to end state control of hospital expansions
South Carolina senators have overwhelmingly voted to get rid of a requirement for hospitals and large medical centers to get permission from the state to build new facilities, make expansions or buy expensive equipment.
Trial of former Rock Hill Police officer charged with assault begins
A former Rock Hill Police officer is standing trial this week. He's charged with assaulting a suspect's brother during the other man's arrest.
Senator Lindsey Graham speaks at Statehouse, encourages support for balanced budget amendment
At the Statehouse this afternoon, U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham called on South Carolinians to support an amendment to the U.S. Constitution to rein in the nation’s spending.
DHEC: Coronavirus data since last Thursday delayed due to data processing issue
DHEC says the state's COVID-19 data since last Thursday are delayed due to a data processing issue.
SCDEW: Thousands more South Carolinians getting back to work
Thousands more South Carolinians are getting back to work, according to SCDEW.
It's tax time!
(CNN) --- Tax season is underway. The Internal Revenue Service (I.R.S.) is now accepting and processing tax returns. This year, parents are advised to keep an eye out for an I.R.S. mailing known…
Commission for Minority Affairs to recognize African Americans in health, wellness
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- As Black History Month draws near, the South Carolina Commission for Minority Affairs are set to celebrate the many contributions that African Americans have made in the world of healthcare.…
SC Rep. Govan wants Orangeburg to join redistricting suit
A South Carolina representative being drawn into a district with another House member is trying to convince the city of Orangeburg to join a lawsuit over the new redistricting maps.
Charges pending against Horry County pet owner after a dog was abandoned in winter storm
The snow this weekend brought a freezing night for a poor pup in Horry County, and charges against its owner are pending.
Group of SC senators set to discuss total abortion ban
A group of state senators are getting ready to hear from the public on a bill that would ban all abortions in South Carolina if the U.S. Supreme Court allows it.
South Carolina governor considering plastic recycling bill
South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster is considering whether to sign into law a bill that would make it easier for businesses that recycle plastic by melting it to open in the state.
Black Democrats in South Carolina giving Biden mixed reviews
President Joe Biden often cites the critical role that South Carolina played when he won the Democratic nomination in 2020. He points to his long political ties to a state whose Black voters handed him a major victory during the primary season at a desperate time for his campaign. But now, one year into his presidency, some who supported Biden reluctantly or not at all say they're unimpressed and even dispirited.
Medical Marijuana debate could take place at SC State House this week
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) -- A South Carolina senator who has fought to allow medical marijuana in the state for seven years appears to finally be getting a debate on the Senate floor. Sen. Tom Davis' medical marijuana bill was put…
