Two teenagers arrested for murder of Sumter man
(WOLO) - Two teenagers have been arrested for the murder of a Sumter man in February. Jameek Kelly, 17, and Traquan Jones, 19, both face a murder charge for the death of a man found inside his home on…
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Two more COVID-19 related deaths reported in South Carolina
(WOLO) - Two more people in South Carolina have died after contracting coronavirus, according to DHEC. The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control reported the state’s second and third deaths related to COVID-19, Friday night. Tonight, two more…
DHEC announces 45 additional coronavirus cases in SC
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control on Friday, announced it is investigating 45 additional cases of the coronavirus. DHEC say this brings the total number statewide to 124 cases…
TJ Maxx, Marshalls, HomeGoods to close temporarily amid Coronavirus
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- The TJX companies have announced they will be temporarily closing all stores globally for the next two weeks in the United States, Canada, Europe, and Australia. TJX is the parent company of TJ Maxx, Marshalls, HomeGoods. The…
Income tax filing deadline moved to July 15 from April 15
The income tax filing date has been pushed back from April 15, to July 15, Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin said.
Former SC Governor David Beasley tests positive for COVID-19
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- - Now Executive Director for the World Food Program, Former South Carolina Governor David Beasley has tested positive for coronavirus (COVID-19). Beasley posted a message to the public…
SC servers can get 6 weeks of unemployment pay if their employers apply for this program
by Anjali Patel MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — Many in the service industry across South Carolina…
SC DHEC : 21 new cases of Coronavirus in the state
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control announced Thursday, it is investigating 21 additional cases of the coronavirus. DHEC says this brings the total number statewide to 81 cases in…
Ft. Jackson increasing security due to COVID-19
Ft. Jackson, S.C. (WOLO)-- There are new policies in place at all Fort Jackson gates. A spokesperson for the base says leadership says the new measures are to "safeguard the health and safety of soldiers,…
Judicial order releases prisoners due to coronavirus
Lexington, S.C. (WOLO)-- Lexington Co. deputies say a memorandum from the state supreme court lead to the release of seven inmates from the Lexington Co. Detention Center. Sheriff Jay Koon says more detainees will be…
Red Cross urges healthy donors to give blood as coronavirus cancels blood drives
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- The American Red Cross says there's a critical need for blood donations, as drives are canceled because of coronavirus. “We are in an extreme situation. We’ve had…
Celebrities get virus tests, raising concerns of inequality
Celebrities, politicians and professional athletes faced a backlash this week as many revealed that they had been tested for the coronavirus, even when they didn’t have a fever or other tell-tale symptoms.
Younger people could be at a higher risk of coronavirus than originally believed
(CNN) - Health officials are warning the coronavirus risks could be higher for younger people than originally believed. New reports show more young…
Senator Tim Scott worries a relief bill could have "disastrous effects" on SC
(WOLO) - US Senator Tim Scott is sharing his thoughts on the potential relief bill. He says that though the COVID-19 package is…
"Why would we not help them?": Local groups provide support for homeless in wake of COVID-19
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) --One group of people who might be at risk of not getting swift treatment for the coronavirus are the homeless. However, some groups in the Midlands are doing their part to…
Armed robbery suspect arrested
Lexington, S.C. (WOLO)--Lexington police say they have arrested a suspect in a violent armed robbery. Investigators say Joseph Drafts, 46 of Greenwood was arrested at his home Wednesday. Police say on March 2nd Drafts…
DHEC announces 13 additional presumptive cases of Coronavirus in SC
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Wednesday, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control announced it is investigating 13 additional cases of coronavirus. DHEC says this brings the total number statewide to 60 cases in 14…
Community member's post to help neighbors inspires a network of people willing to help
Cayce, S.C. (WOLO) --- The community continues to take things day by day, as the situation with coronavirus in the Midlands is constantly changing. But one community member is offering to help…
Biden notches three more victories; Sanders reassessing campaign
Joe Biden swept to victory in Florida, Illinois and Arizona against Bernie Sanders by the coronavirus on Tuesday.
City of Columbia curfew goes in effect tonight at 11PM
Columbia,SC (WOLO)--- Just days after declaring a State of Emergency, Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin has implemented a citywide curfew that will go into effect tonight, Wednesday March 18th, 2020 from 11PM until 6AM.…
