SC charter schools get extra $9 million because of pandemic
The South Carolina Senate has agreed to send an extra $9 million to public charter schools in the state because of additional expenses in the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Look inside the first day of phase 1B vaccine distribution in SC
South Carolina is now in phase 1B of vaccine distribution, allowing a majority of South Carolinians access to a COVID-19 vaccine. With more people eligible to be vaccinated, that requires more vaccine shipments to reach the high demand.
DHEC: 562 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, four additional deaths in SC
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released the state's latest coronavirus numbers as of Sunday.
AG Alan Wilson announces largest drug conspiracy to be indicted in state court
On Monday afternoon, South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson held a press conference to announce the largest drug conspiracy to be indicted in state court.
Statewide tornado drill to be conducted Wednesday
The South Carolina Emergency Management Division says there will be a statewide tornado drill this Wednesday. The drill will start at 9 a.m.
SC kicks off first day of phase 1B in vaccination plan, as hospitals anticipate vaccinating thousands of teachers
South Carolina has entered phase 1B of the COVID-19 vaccine roll out.
Organizers at the Statehouse honor abuse survivors with the "She Walks" event on International Women's Day
Monday marks International Women's Day! It celebrates the social, economic and political achievements of women around the world. The theme for this year's campaign is "Choose to Challenge," encouraging everyone to call out gender bias and inequality.
Pence to give speech in SC, his 1st since leaving office
Former Vice President Mike Pence is set to travel to South Carolina for his first public comments since leaving office.
UofSC to return to the classroom full time in the fall
In a statement released Sunday, the University of South Carolina announced plans to return full time to face-to-face instruction in the fall semester.
Lexington suspends ordinance requiring masks
LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO) - The Town of Lexington announced Friday evening that its city council has voted to drop the mask requirement in town limits. The ordinance that requires individuals to wear face coverings in retail establishments has been suspended.…
Study shows no partisan benefit from mail in voting in 2020 election
(AP) - A new study finds the expansion of mail voting did not benefit Democrats or increase turnout. Absentee balloting became extremely popular in the 2020 presidential election due to the coronavirus pandemic. Donald Trump objected to it. He argued…
Former president endorses Governor Henry McMaster for re-election
Columbia,SC (WOLO) -- Governor Henry McMaster has made it clear that he is not planning on leaving his Governorship just yet. Friday night the Governor took to twitter to announce that…
SC Senate Majority Leader proposing bill that calls for the sale of state planes, citing misuse by officials
South Carolina Senate Majority Leader Shane Massey says he is filing a bill that will keep state lawmakers grounded. Friday afternoon, Senator Massey announced the legislation calls for the sale of the state's planes, citing reports of officials using the planes to go on vacations.
Darlington International Speedway hosts the state's largest vaccination event Friday
The largest vaccination event in the state took place at the track too tough to tame Friday. Thousands of cars took to the track at Darlington International Speedway for an event for those both in phase 1A and 1B.
Prisma Health says they're ready to begin phase 1B vaccinations on Monday
Prisma Health says it is ready to begin phase 1B vaccinations Monday. The medical group says the new Johnson & Johnson vaccine will be a part of that process.
Governor McMaster issues executive order rescinding mask requirements in state buildings
Governor Henry McMaster is relaxing the state's mask mandate. Friday afternoon, the governor issued an executive order rescinding mask requirements in state government offices, buildings and facilities.
DHEC making final preparations for phase 1B of vaccination plan, beginning Monday
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control is making final preparations to enter phase 1B of the state's vaccination plan, beginning Monday.
SC Human Trafficking Task Force hear from Airbnb representatives about their human trafficking prevention efforts
The South Carolina Human Trafficking Task Force met Friday to provide updates on its national and state level initiatives. Officials heard from representatives with Airbnb about steps they're taking to prevent human trafficking. They also heard from experts on labor trafficking in the agricultural business.
AARP South Carolina calls on lawmakers to pass hate crime legislation
An organization that represents retired people is calling on South Carolina lawmakers to pass hate crime legislation. Friday, AARP South Carolina sent a letter to lawmakers on behalf of its more than 660,000 members in the state.
New SC abortion law remains on hold under judge's order
A new South Carolina law banning abortions will stay on hold following a judge's order to extend a temporary restraining order.
