Town of Rock Hill pays tribute to prominent doctor and family killed during shooting on Wednesday
Sunday night, the Town of Rock Hill paid tribute to Dr. Robert Lesslie and his family, who fell victim to a mass shooting last Wednesday.
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White House releases SC fact sheet, presenting the benefits of the American Jobs Plan in the state
On Monday, the White House released fact sheets for each state, highlighting the needs of each state that will be addressed under the American Jobs Plan.
Family of Rock Hill shooting survivor speaks out while he continues to fight for his life
A community in York County continues to grieve and search for answers, after a former NFL player fatally shot and killed five people earlier near Rock Hill. One person survived. He was shot several times, but managed to make a phone call that helped him survive, although he's still fighting for his life.
Report: Ex-NFL player's brain probed for trauma-related harm
The brain of the former NFL player who killed five people in South Carolina before fatally shooting himself will be tested for a degenerative disease that has affected a number of pro athletes. Chronic traumatic encephalopathy has been shown to cause violent mood swings and other cognitive disorders.
DHEC says now is not the time to let your guard down against COVID-19
Officials with the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control are urging South Carolinians to remain vigilant in the fight against COVID-19. DHEC held a media briefing Friday afternoon.
Community members react to the deadly shooting in Rock Hill this week
Community members are still coming to grips with this week's tragic shooting in Rock Hill.
GSM Services sets up GoFundMe for the families of employees shot during deadly Rock Hill shooting
GSM Services has set up a GoFundMe for the families of their two employees who were shot Wednesday during the deadly mass shooting in Rock Hill. Officials say James Lewis died as a result of his injuries and Shook is continuing to recover.
DHEC: 632 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, eight additional deaths in SC
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released the state's latest coronavirus numbers as of Thursday.
Investigators working to determine a motive in deadly Rock Hill shooting
We're learning more about the deadly shooting in Rock Hill Wednesday. York County deputies say a former pro football player killed five people, before turning the gun on himself. Investigators are still working to determine a motive.
Governor Henry McMaster to visit U.S. southern border Friday
Friday, Governor Henry McMaster is visiting South Carolina National Guard soldiers serving on the southern border in Texas. During the governor’s visit, he's expected to receive in-person briefings from senior military leadership in charge of federal efforts to secure the southern border.
A new restaurant opens in Columbia in hopes of attracting 'Greedy Rascals'
Columbia,SC (WOLO) ---- A local restaurant is now open in Columbia. The owner Brandon Johnson says opening up in the middle of a pandemic left him facing plenty adversity. Still, he wasn't going to…
Health officials ask people not to wait on Johnson & Johnson vaccine
Myrtle Beach, SC (WPDE) ---- State Health officials say if you are waiting to get the Johnson & Johnson one shot COVID-19 vaccine, don't wait, get vaccinated…
Some Facebook, Instagram users report outages with sites Thursday
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- It appears all is right with the world again, after thousands of Facebook and Instagram users say they scrambled to find out if they were the only ones…
Man accused of taking 30k to do construction on Chapin home
Lexington Co.,SC (WOLO) ---- The Lexington County Sheriff’s Department arrests a man accused of Obtaining Goods Under False Pretenses. According to an arrest warrant, 29 year old James Brandon Jordan offered…
DHEC says the best vaccine available is the one in your arm
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control wants to remind all South Carolinians that the best vaccine you can get is the one in your arm. During their board meeting Thursday, health officials say nearly seven million COVID-19 tests have been conducted in the state, and more than 2.3 million vaccines have been administered.
SC hate crime bill heads to Senate after passing third reading in the House
Representatives have advanced a South Carolina hate crime bill after it passed a third reading Thursday. The bill will now head to the Senate to be voted on.
Doctors Care and parent co. to pay more than $22 million settlement for False Claims Act allegations
The state's largest urgent care network is paying more than $22 million to settle false claims act allegations.
Prisma Health hosting virtual 2021 WellFest on May 22
Prisma Health is still scheduled to hold their free annual health and wellness event next month. This year's event will be conducted virtually. WellFest 2021 will be May 22 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
DHEC: 495 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, 20 additional deaths in SC
DHEC reports 495 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 and 20 new deaths in South Carolina.
SC residents must search for work or grow their skills in order to keep unemployment benefits
A growing number of states are bringing back a search for work requirement to keep unemployment benefits. According to unemploymentpua.com, South Carolina, North Carolina, Nevada and Idaho recently added a work mandate to its jobless benefits.
