Lawmakers fail to reach economic stimulus deal
(CNN) -- Nationally there have been more than 4.8 million cases of coronavirus reported, while the number of Americans who have died has surpassed 160 thousand. Much like the pandemic, there appears to…
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NASCAR race at Darlington allowed to have fans thanks to ban exemption
COLUMBIA, SC (AP) - Fans can watch September's NASCAR race at Darlington in person thanks to exceptions granted to South Carolina's rule banning gatherings of more than 250 people during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Department of Commerce reviews requests to…
Lexington Police looking for 18yo armed robbery suspect
LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO) - Lexington Police are looking for an 18-year-old armed robbery suspect who stole $300 from the victim. Desmond Quiana Hampton is wanted for his involvement a robbery at an apartment complex off of Park Road. LPD says…
Enjoy movies through virtual screenings hosted by The Nickelodeon
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- The Nickelodeon movie theater on Main Street in Columbia has been closed mid-March, but they have been able to screen movies virtually. “Go online and for about $12 per ticket,…
More than 200 S.C. schools are without a full-time nurse
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- As schools set to reopen their doors this fall, some schools will be without a critical person in the fight against COVID-19 -- a school nurse. The South Carolina Department of…
Richland Co. Councilman Calvin "Chip" Jackson passes away
Richland Co. S.C. (WOLO)--Friday Richland Co. officials announced the passing of Calvin "Chip" Jackson of Dist. 9. The county released this statement on his passing, "Councilman Jackson, a thoughtful and valued…
Deputies: Suspect stole car with toddler inside
Richland Co., S.C. (WOLO)--Richland Co. deputies are searching for a man who they say stole a car and got more than he bargained for. Investigators say just before 7pm on July 21st they responded to…
Columbia to ring in the new year virtually
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- We're all eager to see 2021 get here, but don't plan on ringing in the new year in downtown Columbia. Organizers say this year's Famously Hot New Year's celebration…
Fundraiser underway for deputy badly injured in crash
Lexington Co., S.C. (WOLO)--A local non-profit is asking for your help getting a deputy back on his feet. A spokesperson for Serve and Connect says on July 27th while responding to a…
COMET receives a $13.6 million grant from the FTA
COMET received a $13.6 million grant award from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Thursday.
Rise in evictions, unemployment could lead to an increase in human trafficking cases in S.C.
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) --Hundreds of people in South Carolina have gone through human trafficking, but some received a boost in getting their lives back together. According to the U.S. Attorney's…
SAFE TO WORK Act would provide liability relief to SC businesses
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- Congress continues to debate the latest coronavirus stimulus package deal, which currently includes the SAFE TO WORK Act. This would give liability protection to businesses that are following national and state COVID-19 guidelines. In South Carolina,…
Survivors mark 75th anniversary of Hiroshima atomic bombing in Japan
Survivors of the Hiroshima bombing gathered in diminished numbers near an iconic, blasted dome Thursday to mark the attack’s 75th anniversary.
First SC trial resumes after COVID-19 shutdown with masks, shields and spread out jurors
LAURENS, SC (AP) - The first trial in a South Carolina courtroom since the COVID-19 pandemic began includes spread out jurors, a glass shield around the witness stand and bailiffs reminding everyone that masks are required. The murder trial started…
Harvest Hope holds 'Fill the Gap' campaign to restock high demand items
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- Harvest Hope Food Bank announced a new food initiative this month called 'Fill the Gap.' Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, Harvest Hope has seen record numbers of…
Facebook deletes Trump post claiming children are "virtually immune" to coronavirus
(AP) - Facebook has deleted a post by President Donald Trump for the first time, saying it violated its policy against spreading misinformation about the coronavirus. The post in question featured a link to a Fox News video in which…
Midlands restaurant owners say new executive order simply codifies what they've been practicing for months
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) --If you have gone out to eat over the last few days, you might have seen some changes at your favorite bars and restaurants Gov. Henry McMaster (R-SC)’s new executive…
Sen. Lindsey Graham introduces amendment to change pandemic unemployment assistance
South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham introduced an amendment to change unemployment assistance amid the pandemic on Tuesday.
Saliva testing in South Carolina? Medical experts promote idea at Senate hearing
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- There could be a new type of COVID-19 test coming to South Carolina. Senators in the Reopen S.C. Tracing and Testing Subcommittee heard testimony from medical professionals Tuesday afternoon talking about…
Analyzing SC social media after Hurricane Isaias
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- Following Hurricane Isaias, South Carolinians are now dealing with both hurricane season and the COVID-19 pandemic. Artificial intelligence-powered software at the University of South Carolina's Social Media Insights…
