DHEC: 494 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, two additional deaths in SC
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released the state's latest coronavirus data as of Monday.
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Report: South Carolinians lost more than $30 million to cyber criminals in the past year
On Tuesday, acting U.S. Attorney for the District of South Carolina M. Rhett DeHart announced that South Carolinians lost more than $30 million to cyber criminals in the past year, according to the 2020 Internet Crime Report. The report prompted DeHart to urge South Carolinians to be vigilant and aware of scams, so they do not become victims.
'More Justice' rally held to address violence, affordable housing
Columbia, SC 9WOLO) -- More than 30 religious leaders from Richland and Lexington counties gathered for a 'More Justice' rally Monday night. The group of various denominations say as members of the faith…
Fire crews rescue hawk from South Carolina driving range net
Fire crews in South Carolina have rescued a red tail hawk that was caught in netting at a driving range. The Myrtle Beach Fire Department says the hawk was 40 feet (12m) up at Top Golf on Saturday night.
Police: 2 found dead are responsible for 22 armed robberies
Authorities say two people suspected in more than 20 armed robberies in South Carolina, North Carolina and Georgia were found dead in a hotel room after police heard gunshots as they knocked on the door to arrest them.
SC House passed bill to combat catalytic converter theft
The South Carolina House has approved a bill that would make buying or selling stolen catalytic converters a separate crime that could bring up to three years in prison.
DHEC: 343 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, 16 additional deaths in SC
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released the state's latest coronavirus numbers as of Sunday.
Senate subcommittee to discuss Santee Cooper reform Monday
A State Senate Judiciary Subcommittee will hold a virtual meeting on Santee Cooper reform. The meeting is scheduled to take place at 2 p.m. In February, the House voted to reform the state-owned utility, with the goal of selling it in the future.
Budget debate begins this week in South Carolina House
South Carolina House members are getting ready to debate the state's nearly $10 billion spending plan for next year. The budget debate begins Monday with some routine votes.
Police searching for car after Five Points hit and run
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- Columbia police are searching for a black Dodge Charger with blue LED headlights and a rear spoiler following a hit and run Saturday night on the 700 block of Harden St. Investigators say the car struck a…
AstraZeneca: US data shows vaccine effective for all ages
AstraZenaca says its' COVID-19 vaccine provided strong protection against sickness and eliminated hospitalizations and deaths for all ages.
DHEC reports 720 new Coronavirus cases and 9 deaths in SC
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, Saturday, reported 720 new confirmed cases of COVID-19. DHEC also reported an additional 9 confirmed deaths in South Carolina. State Health officials say the percentage positive was 4.9%.…
Grab that Mask- City of Columbia has extended mask ordinance for another 60 days
Columbia, SC (WOLO)--If you're headed into the City of Columbia this weekend, grab that mask. Earlier this week, City Council voted to extend the emergency mask ordinance. While the extension lasts sixty days,…
Columbia Fireflies host job fair at Segra Park today
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- Grab those resumes, the Columbia fireflies are hosting a job fair this Saturday to fill some fun game day positions. Interviews will take place at…
Gas price spike, plus pizza and Pac-Man in this Consumer Update
(CNN) (WOLO)-- From the latest on the jump in Gas prices in the Midlands, to a new limited edition Pizza Hut Pac-Man box, Crysty Vaughan has the latest in this Consumer News update.…
St. Peter's Catholic Church requests donations for 35th Annual Easter Banquet
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - A local church wants to make sure everyone has access to Easter fun and a good meal. St. Peter's Catholic Church and the St. Vincent dePaul Society is holding its 35th Annual Easter Banquet for the…
South Carolina judge: Abortions to continue during lawsuit
A judge wrote Friday that a lawsuit challenging a new South Carolina ban on most abortions is "likely to succeed." The judge overseeing a legal challenge to the suit also ordered that abortions may continue for the duration of the lawsuit.
DHEC releases updated nursing home visitation guidelines
On Friday, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released updated guidelines for nursing home visitation. Under the new guidelines, DHEC says all nursing homes and assisted living facilities must allow indoor and outdoor visitation, with few exceptions.
DHEC: 603 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, 25 additional deaths in SC
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released the state's latest coronavirus numbers as of Thursday.
Emergency migrant children camps posing problems for Biden administration
Migrants, who were caught trying to sneak into the United States, are led by a U.S. Customs and Border Protection agent, second from left, at the McAllen-Hidalgo International Bridge while being deported to Reynosa, Mexico, Thursday,…
