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.
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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…
New lockdown issued for England during "frustrating" surge of new coronavirus variant
LONDON (AP) - British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has announced a new national lockdown for England until at least mid-February to combat a fast-spreading new version of the coronavirus. Johnson said people must stay at home again, as they were…
National Guard called in ahead of pro-Trump rally during Biden confirmation hearing
A stage is set up on the Ellipse near the White House in Washington, Monday, Jan. 4, 2021, in preparation for a rally on Jan. 6, the day when Congress is scheduled to meet to formally…
State lawmakers considering bid to buy Santee Cooper
State lawmakers are considering a bid to buy embattled state-owned utility Santee Cooper.
DHEC provides an update on the state's coronavirus vaccination efforts
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control held a virtual press conference Monday afternoon to update the state's coronavirus vaccination efforts.
DHEC: 3,492 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, 15 new deaths in SC
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released the state's latest coronavirus numbers as of Sunday.
State Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman says she tested positive for COVID-19
On Monday, South Carolina State Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman announced that she tested positive for COVID-19.
SLED investigating officer involved shooting with Chester County deputy
Officers with the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division say they are investigating an officer involved shooting that took place in Chester County on Sunday afternoon.
DHEC hosting hundreds of Coronavirus test sites in SC
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control is urging people to get tested for Coronavirus. DHEC has set up numerous testing sites across the State. These sites are located at various locations, and many are…
Prisma welcomes first baby of the New Year
Sumter, S.C. (WOLO)-- Welcome to the world Keanna Grace. Every year the folks at Prisma Health welcome the first baby of the new year. This year it is Keanna Grace who was born…
North Myrtle Beach Police Sgt. dies after car crash while responding to a call
The City of North Myrtle Beach says a police sergeant died early Friday morning while driving to a call in Barefoot Resort.
SC Department of Agriculture accepting applications for hemp farming permits
If you're looking for a job, how about growing hemp. Starting Friday, the South Carolina Department of Agriculture is accepting applications for hemp farming permits.
Some state lawmakers are questioning the state's vaccine rollout pace
Some state lawmakers are questioning the pace of the state's coronavirus vaccine rollout, even as the the Department of Health and Environmental Control says it is vaccinating people at a faster rate than most of the country.
Governor McMaster calls on DHEC to disclose information about status and location of COVID-19 vaccine doses to the public
On Thursday, Governor Henry McMaster wrote a letter to the chairman of the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, asking the department to provide the public with information about the status and location of every coronavirus vaccine dose in the state.
DHEC: 39,100 coronavirus vaccine doses administered in SC so far
On Thursday, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental control provided an update on the state's coronavirus vaccination effort.
SC DEW: Increase in initial unemployment insurance claims last week
The South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce reported an increase in initial unemployment insurance claims during the latest claim period.
DHEC: 3,234 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, 39 additional deaths in SC
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released the state's latest coronavirus numbers as of Wednesday.
