SC Rep. Rice swaps first class seat with Georgetown military police officer in training
Congressman Tom Rice swapped his first class seat with a military police officer in training Georgetown on Thursday.
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DHEC: 3,528 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, 23 additional deaths in SC
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released the state's latest coronavirus numbers as of Thursday.
SC DEW beginning final payments for Pandemic Emergency Unemployment Compensation program
On Friday, the Department of Employment and Workforce announced it has begun payments for the third and final Pandemic Emergency Unemployment Compensation.
Former President obtains S.C. lawyer for Senate impeachment trial
(ABC News)-- A South Carolina attorney will represent the former President in his Senate impeachment trial. A top Trump adviser tweeted that South Carolina native Butch Bowers has joined the Trump defense…
Calhoun Co. Sheriff's search for man accused of stealing items from area business
Calhoun Co.,SC (WOLO)--- Deputies in Calhoun County are searching for a man accused of breaking into a business and stealing several items. Investigators say this is surveillance footage from a business on Sonntag Drive in…
House may send impeachment article soon but it may be weeks before trial
WASHINGTON (AP) - House Democrats are pushing for a quick impeachment trial for Donald Trump over the deadly riots at the Capitol. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi says the trial of the former president is necessary before the country can move…
Abortion bill with no rape exception nears debate on SC senate floor
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - A bill to ban nearly all abortions in South Carolina without exceptions for pregnancies caused by rape or incest is heading to a debate on the Senate floor. The Senate Medical Affairs Committee voted 9-8 Thursday…
Former Sumter Co. Coroner dies from COVID-19
Sumter, SC (WOLO) -- The Sumter County community is mourning one of their own tonight. ABC Columbia news has learned that former Sumter County Deputy Coroner, Boykin, better known to many…
U.K. based cruise line will require that all passengers are fully vaccinated for COVID-19
A U.K. based cruise line is requiring passengers to get a coronavirus vaccine in order to board their ships. Saga Cruises announced passengers must be fully vaccinated, receiving both doses of the vaccine 14 days before their departure.
House Vaccine Advisory Committee discusses vaccine distribution in the state
State lawmakers are looking at ways to improve how the COVID-19 vaccine is distributed in South Carolina. Thursday, the House Vaccine Advisory Committee met, and their goal is to advise the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control on vaccine phases and who should be included in each phase.
AP: Democrats set to formalize Jaime Harrison as national chair
The Democratic National Committee is set to formally elect Jaime Harrison of South Carolina as chairman, signifying an early alignment between President Joe Biden and state party leaders around the country.
DHEC: 3,363 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 data as of Wednesday.
Coyote found in Berkeley County school Thursday morning
A Berkeley County coyote apparently isn't a fan of virtual learning. According to authorities, the animal snuck into Cane Bay Elementary Thursday morning. Officials said the coyote was quickly contained to a bathroom and was caught. Animal Control then took custody of the critter.
Deputies arrest suspect accused of smashing church windows
ORANGEBURG, SC (WOLO) - A Dorchester County man has been arrested in connection with $5,000 in damages done to a church in Orangeburg County. Richard Mathews, 29, of St. George, faces charges of…
Prisma Health to offer in-person COVID-19 vaccine appointment scheduling assistance
South Carolinians 70-years-old and above will soon be able to receive in-person assistance for scheduling their COVID-19 vaccine.
DHEC looking for qualified volunteers to administer COVID-19 vaccines
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control is looking for volunteers to help administer COVID-19 vaccines across the state.
DHEC: 3,567 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, 56 additional deaths in SC
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released the state's latest coronavirus numbers as of Tuesday.
Grab your lottery tickets! The Mega Millions jackpot jumps again
(CNN) Just like last week, big money is up for grabs as those two giant jackpots just keep growing and people keep buying them up. The Mega millions jackpot is at $865-million dollars for…
Richland One teachers, staff to work from home, games canceled as safety precaution
Richland Co., SC (WOLO) --- All Richland School District One teachers and staff will work from home tomorrow Wednesday January 20, 2021. Games and practices have also been canceled for the day. A spokesperson…
All COVID-19 vaccine appointments at Publix booked a day after they were made available
A day after announcing that eligible people could register to receive the coronavirus vaccine at Publix, all South Carolina locations are completely booked.
