AP: New program offers free college degrees to SC prisoners
Some prisoners in South Carolina will soon be able to attend college for free.
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DHEC: 2,121 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, 21 new deaths in SC
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released the state's latest coronavirus numbers as of Sunday.
AP: COVID-19 shelter for South Carolina homeless people to open
Homeless people infected with the coronavirus or showing symptoms will soon be offered a new place to stay in upstate South Carolina.
Senator Lindsey Graham receives COVID-19 vaccine over the weekend
South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham tweeted photos of him receiving the coronavirus vaccine. He thanked nurses and scientists, and also said "If enough of us take it, we will get back to normal lives."
Congress approves COVID-19 relief bill
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Top negotiators in Congress have sealed a deal on an almost $1 trillion COVID-19 economic relief package. Lawmakers announced the agreement Sunday after days of negotiations, and passage by Congress is expected Monday. The agreement would establish…
DHEC: 2,583 new Coronavirus cases and 36 new deaths in SC
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control reported Sunday 2,583 new Coronavirus cases and 36 new deaths. DHEC says there were 11,553 new individual test results reported statewide and the Percent positive was 22.4%. Testing opportunities (scdhec.gov/findatest)…
Richland Councilwoman indicted on 'public corruption' charges faces judge Friday
Richland Co. SC (WOLO) -- Outgoing Richland County Councilwoman Dalhi Myers has been indicted by a state Grand Jury on public corruption charges. The state's case against Myers includes allegations that she…
SC First Lady Peggy McMaster tests positive for COVID-19
On Friday afternoon, the Office of the Governor announced that First Lady Peggy McMaster tested positive for COVID-19.
DHEC: 3,648 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, 28 additional deaths in SC
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released the state's latest coronavirus numbers as of Thursday.
Kentucky school district distributes 700,000 meals to families in need
A Kentucky school district handed out holiday meals Thursday, drawing a massive turnout. Jefferson County Public Schools says 700,000 meals were distributed.
Columbia police arrest suspect again accused of robbing multiple people in parking garage
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - Columbia Police arrested a man accused of robbing multiple people on different occasions in a parking garage. Vintrell Thomas, 22, faces charges of strong armed robbery and first…
Work to revitalize Babcock Building, repair iconic cupola to begin four months after devastating fire
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- Four months after it was destroyed in a fire, the iconic cupola atop the Babcock Building is making its comeback to the Columbia skyline. Cachlan Properties, the real estate developer…
Next round of COVID-19 vaccines expected to arrive in SC early next week
South Carolina's next round of coronavirus vaccines are set to arrive early next week according to the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control.
DHEC: 2,023 new confirmed cases, 39 new deaths in SC
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control updated the state's coronavirus numbers as of Wednesday.
New low cost carrier begins service out of CAE
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --Silver Airways has announced they will begin service out of Columbia Metropolitan Airport, (CAE) today Thursday, December 17, 2020. The low-cost carrier, will be the fourth partnership at CAE, offering…
First SC frontline worker to get COVID vaccine shares experience
(ABC WPDE) MYRTLE BEACH, SC -- Many of you at home are thinking about whether you'll get the COVID-19 vaccine when it's available to you. And we know a big question…
West Columbia native named to Forbes "30 Under 30" list for her work in education advocacy
WEST COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- Forbes recently released its list of the 30 most influential people in education under the age of 30. One of those on the list is Merrit Jones, who…
S.C. Congressman Joe Wilson tests positive for COVID-19
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- Wednesday the state congressman announced that after being tested for coronavirus his test results reveals he has contracted the virus. Wilson issued a brief statement reminding people of the importance to do everything they can to…
SC leaders react to the passing of Donald Fowler
The former Chairman of the South Carolina Democratic Party, Donald Fowler, passed away Tuesday. Fowler died from his battle with leukemia at 85 years old.
Gov. McMaster visits company that makes freezers needed to store COVID-19 vaccine
A small science plant in the Lowcountry makes vaccine refrigerators and freezers which include the ultra-cold freezers needed to store the COVID-19 vaccine, which must be stored at negative temperatures.
