DHEC: 3,935 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, 51 additional deaths in SC
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released the states latest coronavirus data as of Wednesday.
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SC Supreme Court Chief Justice: In-person appearances suspended, beginning Monday
In a statement released Thursday, Chief Justice Donald Beatty of the South Carolina Supreme Court announced that in-person appearances will be suspended beginning Monday, January 11. It is unclear right now how long this suspension will last.
SC Bureau of Protective Services enhancing security at the State House
The South Carolina Bureau of Protective Services says they are working with law enforcement to maintain enhanced security at the State House.
DHEC eliminates phase 3 of vaccine rollout plan, those included now part of phase 2
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control says phase three in the vaccine rollout has been eliminated and everyone is now included in phase two.
U.S. Attorney Peter McCoy says his office will prosecute South Carolinians who stormed the Capitol
In a tweet, U.S. Attorney for the District of South Carolina Peter M. McCoy Jr. said that his office will prosecute South Carolinians who stormed the Capitol Building in Washington D.C. on Wednesday.
President Trump promises ‘orderly transition’ on Jan. 20
President Trump says there “will be an orderly transition on January 20th” after Congress certified President-elect Joe Biden’s victory.
Columbia residents react to attack at the U.S. Capitol by angry protestors
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- Leaders from across the country, including many here in South Carolina were not the only ones reacting to the more than four hour attack unfold on their…
Experts: Capitol riot product of years of hateful rhetoric
COLLEGE PARK, Md. (AP) - Experts on far-right extremism say the storming of the U.S. Capitol is a jarring but natural product of years of violence and hateful rhetoric stoked by disinformation and conspiracy theories. Members of the Proud Boys…
DHEC: 4,037 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, 71 additional deaths in SC
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released the state's latest coronavirus numbers as of Tuesday.
Paul Livingston chosen as Richland Co. Council Chair
Richland Co., SC (WOLO) --Councilman Paul Livingston was re-elected Tuesday by Richland County Council to serve as its Chair as they held their first meeting of 2021. Co Council member Yvonne McBride…
The UK coronavirus variant has been reported in Georgia; 5th state to report case
(AP) - Georgia officials say they have confirmed the state's first case of the coronavirus variant that was first seen in the United Kingdom. The Georgia Department of…
No charges against Wisconsin officer who shot Jacob Blake
KENOSHA, Wis. (AP) - A Wisconsin prosecutor has declined to file criminal charges against a white police officer who shot a Black man in the back last summer. Kenosha County District Attorney Michael Graveley said Tuesday that he had decided…
One airline offers 4 day sale to keep travelers flying
(CNN) -- If you're planning a trip this Spring, Southwest Airlines wants to help make it happen with a 4 day sale! You can snag a one way flight for a getaway between…
Prisma Health administering monoclonal antibody treatment to high-risk COVID-19 patients
Prisma Health is administering the monoclonal antibody treatment to high-risk COVID-19 patients in the Midlands and the Upstate.
Governor McMaster calls for faster coronavirus vaccine distribution
Governor Henry McMaster held a press conference at the State House Tuesday to discuss an allocation of funds for South Carolinians, before calling on health officials to move quicker on vaccine distribution.
DHEC: 2,285 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, 12 new deaths in SC
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released the state's latest coronavirus numbers as of Monday.
U.S. Attorney Peter McCoy launches "Thank a Law Enforcement Officer" campaign
On Tuesday, United States Attorney Peter M. McCoy Jr. announced the launch of his office's "Thank a Law Enforcement Officer" campaign.
Governor McMaster announces allocation of GEER Funds
Governor Henry McMaster announced he is allocating money from the Governor's Education Emergency Relief (GEER) fund. The GEER funds are provided to states through the CARES Act.
What you need to know about your stimulus check payment
(ABC News7) --- NEW YORK -- As millions are receiving their second round of stimulus checks, many of those eligible are already facing issues securing their $600 payments. According to the IRS, those…
Columbia Fire Chief gets first of two doses of COVID-19 vaccine
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- Columbia- Richland Fire Chief Aubrey Jenkins has been given the coronavirus vaccine. The man who has spent years protecting South Carolinians, is one step closer to having another…
