DHEC: 358 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, no new deaths in SC
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released the state's latest coronavirus numbers as of Monday.
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Key deadline looming in days at South Carolina Statehouse
A key deadline for legislation is coming up soon at the South Carolina Statehouse. Thursday marks the crossover deadline. Any bill that passes the House or Senate after that deadline must get a two-thirds vote in the other chamber to be considered.
South Carolina gets $47M to amp up minority vaccine efforts
South Carolina is getting a $47 million boost to its COVID-19 vaccination programs, particularly in minority communities. The $47 million award announced Tuesday by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is intended to shore up local efforts to expand vaccine deployment.
Walk-in COVID-19 vaccinations available at Lexington Medical Center
WEST COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - People looking for a COVID-19 vaccine have two walk-in options at Lexington Medical Center. The health system is accepting walk-ins inside the hospital auditorium and at Brookland Baptist Church in West Columbia. Hundreds of spots…
Photo of students mocking George Floyd's death sparks outrage at Berkeley High School
A picture mocking George Floyd's death posted to social media is sparking outrage at a Lowcountry high school.
York County Sheriff's Office: 10 suspected child predators arrested in "Operation Home Alone"
According to the York County Sheriff's Office, 10 suspected child predators have been arrested as a result of the multi-day "Operation Home Alone" investigation.
Sumter County deputies investigating murder-suicide late Sunday night in Mayesville
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says they are investigating a murder-suicide shooting that left a husband and wife dead late Sunday night.
DHEC: 641 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, seven additional deaths in SC
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released the state's latest coronavirus numbers as of Sunday.
Appointments to get a COVID vaccines evolves with more scheduling options
Myrtle Beach, SC (WPDE)---South Carolina is now ranked in the top tier nationally by the CDC for the amount of vaccines administered. But now---South Carolinians are increasingly looking for appointments that work around their…
New poll shows uptick in teens with anxiety, depression and aggression since pandemic
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- After more than a year of living in the midst of a new 'normal' there have been a lot of things that have changed, including places you've been…
Unopened Super Mario Bros. game from 1986 sells for $660,000
This photo provided by Heritage Auctions, shows an unopened copy of Nintendo's Super Mario Bros., purchased in 1986 and then forgotten about in a desk drawer for decades that has sold for $660,000 at auction. Heritage…
DHEC: SC ranked in the top tier for vaccine doses administered by state
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control says the transition into phase 1c this week is going smoothly, and they owe it all to their vaccine providers. South Carolina is now ranked in the top tier nationally by the CDC for the amount of doses administered in the country.
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.
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.
