DHEC: 683 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, seven additional deaths in SC
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released the stat's latest coronavirus numbers as of Thursday.
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Donate Life SC encourages you to register as an organ donor during Donate Life Month
Friday morning, Donate Life South Carolina announced its calendar of events for National Donate Life Month. Leaders from the non-profit, We Are Sharing Hope SC and the Department of Motor Vehicles were also at the press conference to celebrate their partnerships with the campaign.
PGA Tour golf event coming to South Carolina's Congaree Golf Club
South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster on Friday is joining Duane Parrish, the state's director of Parks, Recreation and Tourism, to announce a PGA Tour FedEx Cup golf tournament will be played in South Carolina this summer.
Senator Graham open to talks with Democratic colleagues over gun laws
Greenville, SC (WOLO) --- While Senator Lindsey Graham was in South Carolina Thursday he made a stop at the Palmetto State Armory in Greenville, to show support for the second amendment. Senator Graham…
Lexington Police urge drivers to stay alert after day full of crashes
Lexington, SC (WOLO) --- The Lexington Police Department has had a busy day working accidents throughout the county Thursday. Morning, noon and night the police department says they spent a majority of…
Man caught trying to cut his way through prison fence to deliver drugs
SPARTANBURG, S.C. (WOLO) - A man was arrested Wednesday after he was found bleeding inside the fence at the Tyger River Correctional Institution. The South Carolina Department of Corrections say Nathaniel Jose Perez, 19, was bleeding from apparent cuts…
Governor McMaster signs executive order enhancing recruitment for medical supply manufacturers in the state
When it comes to medical supplies and Personal Protective Equipment, Governor Henry McMaster wants it made in South Carolina. Thursday, the governor issued an executive order directing the Commerce Department to enhance recruitment efforts of pharmaceutical and medical supply manufacturers in the state.
Upstate man suing Greenville Co. Sheriff's Office, alleging that a deputy slammed his head in a car door
An Upstate man is suing the Greenville County Sheriff's Office as well as two individual deputies after he says a deputy slammed his head in a patrol car door. Attorneys for Stephon Hopkins announced the lawsuit Wednesday afternoon.
DHEC: 510 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, 14 additional deaths in SC
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released the state's latest coronavirus numbers as of Wednesday.
Donate to Miss South Carolina USA's "Crayons for Kids" program
Miss South Carolina is kicking off a crayon drive to benefit kids! Marley Stokes is holding the drive for her "Crayons for Kids" program.
S. Carolina Senate OKs five-day school for all by April 12
The South Carolina Senate has unanimously passed a proposal that would require all schools to provide in-person classes five days a week starting as soon as April 12. The proposal passed Wednesday would also require schools provide five day a week classes next school year too.
SC proposal would bar employers from requiring COVID vaccine
South Carolina lawmakers are considering a proposal to prevent employers from mandating COVID-19 vaccines for workers. The Senate Medical Affairs committee passed Wednesday a resolution that says no one in the state can be forced into getting the vaccine.
Publix opens vaccine appointments for next week in SC
Publix says the online appointment reservation system is open to receive Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine. You can schedule your appointment to get your shot from April 6-9. Publix says it will administer the vaccine at several stores in Lexington and Richland County.
Clemson says no complaints against Watson while at university
Clemson, S.C. (WOLO)--In response to a Freedom of Information Act request, Clemson University officials say CUPD has no record of any complaints against Deshaun Watson during his time at the school. Officials add that though requests for Title IX records…
UNC Basketball Coach Roy Williams announces retirement
Roy Williams, who has led North Carolina to three NCAA titles in his 33 seasons as a college basketball head coach, is retiring, the school announced Thursday.
President Biden lays out plan for 'American Jobs Plan'
(CNN) --- President Joe Biden lays out his next big proposal. The President says the $2 trillion-dollar 'American Jobs Plan' in Pittsburgh. Biden says the goal is to improve the nation's infrastructure and…
UPDATE: Missing Kershaw woman found safe
Kershaw County, SC (WOLO) --- The Kershaw County Sheriff's office say they have been able to locate a woman missing since Wednesday…
Lawmakers pass plan to protect employees who choose not to get vaccinated
Myrtle Beach, SC (WPDE) -- Wednesday state lawmakers started to move forward with a plan to protect people who choose not to get vaccinated. The resolution blocks employers from punishing anyone who…
SC Senate OKs five-day school for all by April 12
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - The South Carolina Senate has unanimously passed a proposal that would require all schools to provide in-person classes five days a week starting as soon as April 12. The proposal passed Wednesday would also require schools…
Kershaw County Sheriff's search for missing woman
Kershaw County, SC (WOLO) --- The Kershaw County Sheriff's office is hoping you can help them locate a woman who has not been seen since Wednesday afternoon. According to authorities, Delores…
