DHEC: 324 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, six additional deaths in SC
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released the state's latest coronavirus numbers as of Tuesday.
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At Clemson, unmarked slave graves highlight plantation past
On the sloping side of a cemetery on the campus of Clemson University, dozens of small white flags with pink ribbons have replaced the beer cans that once littered a hill where football fans held tailgate parties outside Memorial Stadium.
South Carolina to get $47 million from CDC to help expand vaccine efforts
Columbia, SC (Associated Press) ---South Carolina is getting a major boost from the Centers For Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for COVID-19 vaccine programs. The $47 million dollar award is intended to assist…
USC's biggest donor blasts UofSC in letter sent to board, administration
Columbia, SC ( WOLO) -- According to the Post and Courier, the University of South Carolina, Darla Moore says she is "embarrassed and Humiliated to be associated" with the University after they failed…
ACLU sues McMaster for ordering state workers' office return
The American Civil Liberties Union is suing South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster over an executive order requiring state agencies to fast-track employees' return to the office during the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
Senator Lindsey Graham joins Governor McMaster at the Statehouse to speak out against H.R. 1
At the Statehouse Tuesday, Senator Lindsey Graham and Governor Henry McMaster held a joint news conference to speak out against H.R. 1. The bill has passed the House and is now headed to the Senate.
SC Senator Tom Davis calls on Senate to pass the Compassionate Care Act
Medical marijuana was once again center stage at the Statehouse Tuesday, as Republican Senator Tom Davis of Beaufort joined those with serious medical conditions to call on the Senate to pass the Compassionate Care Act. The pass of this bill would allow patients with debilitating medical conditions, and a doctor’s certification, to access medical cannabis from regulated facilities.
House committee looking at bill that would prevent municipalities from passing tobacco, vaping product laws
Tuesday, the House Judiciary Committee took up a bill that would prevent local municipalities from passing laws relating to tobacco or vaping products. Supporters of the measure say such decisions should be left up to the state.
DHEC: 358 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, no new deaths in SC
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released the state's latest coronavirus numbers as of Monday.
Key deadline looming in days at South Carolina Statehouse
A key deadline for legislation is coming up soon at the South Carolina Statehouse. Thursday marks the crossover deadline. Any bill that passes the House or Senate after that deadline must get a two-thirds vote in the other chamber to be considered.
South Carolina gets $47M to amp up minority vaccine efforts
South Carolina is getting a $47 million boost to its COVID-19 vaccination programs, particularly in minority communities. The $47 million award announced Tuesday by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is intended to shore up local efforts to expand vaccine deployment.
Walk-in COVID-19 vaccinations available at Lexington Medical Center
WEST COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - People looking for a COVID-19 vaccine have two walk-in options at Lexington Medical Center. The health system is accepting walk-ins inside the hospital auditorium and at Brookland Baptist Church in West Columbia. Hundreds of spots…
Photo of students mocking George Floyd's death sparks outrage at Berkeley High School
A picture mocking George Floyd's death posted to social media is sparking outrage at a Lowcountry high school.
York County Sheriff's Office: 10 suspected child predators arrested in "Operation Home Alone"
According to the York County Sheriff's Office, 10 suspected child predators have been arrested as a result of the multi-day "Operation Home Alone" investigation.
Sumter County deputies investigating murder-suicide late Sunday night in Mayesville
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says they are investigating a murder-suicide shooting that left a husband and wife dead late Sunday night.
DHEC: 641 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, seven additional deaths in SC
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released the state's latest coronavirus numbers as of Sunday.
Appointments to get a COVID vaccines evolves with more scheduling options
Myrtle Beach, SC (WPDE)---South Carolina is now ranked in the top tier nationally by the CDC for the amount of vaccines administered. But now---South Carolinians are increasingly looking for appointments that work around their…
New poll shows uptick in teens with anxiety, depression and aggression since pandemic
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- After more than a year of living in the midst of a new 'normal' there have been a lot of things that have changed, including places you've been…
Unopened Super Mario Bros. game from 1986 sells for $660,000
This photo provided by Heritage Auctions, shows an unopened copy of Nintendo's Super Mario Bros., purchased in 1986 and then forgotten about in a desk drawer for decades that has sold for $660,000 at auction. Heritage…
DHEC: SC ranked in the top tier for vaccine doses administered by state
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control says the transition into phase 1c this week is going smoothly, and they owe it all to their vaccine providers. South Carolina is now ranked in the top tier nationally by the CDC for the amount of doses administered in the country.
