SC Senators say stimulus deal encourages unemployment
(CNN) --- The White House and lawmakers have agreed on a stimulus deal, but not everyone is in support of it. Some Senate Republicans are now pushing for a vote on an amendment…
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Prisma Health experts develop prototype for ventilators to treat 4 patients at once
(WOLO) - A ventilator prototype has been developed by Prisma Health experts that could give hospitals the ability to treat more COVID-19 patients…
Conagree Elementary teachers connect from safe distance during parade
SOUTH CONGAREE (WOLO)- Dozens of teachers and staff from Congaree Elementary lined the streets of their students for a teacher parade. "All of us really miss our kids, and we love them," Victoria…
US has deadliest day since coronavirus outbreak began as death toll surpasses 1000
(CNN) - The number of coronavirus cases in the United States now stands at more than 68,000. The daily death toll also reached a new high with at least 185…
Local company selling 'Palmetto Strong' shirts to help nurses fighting COVID-19
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- A local business is doing what it can to help nurses fighting coronavirus, by selling t-shirts and donating a portion of the proceeds. Palmetto Shirt Company, of Columbia, is selling…
DHEC: SC has 82 additional cases of Coronavirus
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Wednesday The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control announced it is investigating 82 additional cases of coronavirus. DHEC says this brings the total number statewide to 424 cases in 39…
“At last, we have a deal”: Federal leaders reach agreement over $2 trillion aid package
The White House and Senate leaders of both parties struck an agreement late Tuesday on a sweeping $2 trillion COVID proposal.
City of Charleston passes 'Stay at Home' ordinance
CHARLESTON, SC (WCIV) — Charleston City Council voted, 9-4, Tuesday night to approve an emergency order for residents to remain in their homes, unless necessary to leave, for a period of 14 days in an attempt to limit the spread…
Local teen's 'Adios Corona' song gives people something to smile about
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- A Midlands teen has written and performed a song that captures a feeling we all probably have: coronavirus, you're not wanted here. It's a performance that's gone…
DHEC: SC has 44 additional cases of Coronavirus
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Tuesday, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control announced it is investigating 44 additional cases of coronavirus. DHEC says this brings the total number statewide to 342 cases in 36…
SC schools closed through April
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--Students will not return to South Carolina classrooms until at least the end of April. Tuesday Governor Henry McMaster and State Superintendent Molly Spearman released a joint statement. It reads in part, …
Columbia seeking input from small businesses
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- City officials say they are extremely concerned about the impact of the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic on small businesses. The Office of Business Opportunities is offering this survey, https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/COVID-19COCbizsurvey , to determine the best way the…
First COVID-19 case reported at Shaw Air Force Base
Sumter, S.C. (WOLO)--A dependent of an active duty Air Force airman has tested positive for the coronavirus. Officals say the patient was tested off base and the couple are now in isolation at their…
Negotiators close on a nearly $2 trillion virus aid package
Lawmakers say they're close on reaching a deal over the nearly $2 trillion coronavirus rescue package to help fight the virus.
BBB has a tool to track and submit coronavirus scams
(CNN) - Scammers aren't social distancing themselves from crime during this global pandemic. Fortunately, there is now a tool to help keep you from falling victim. The Better…
Critical medical supplies run scarce as coronavirus pandemic accelerates in US
(CNN) - The coronavirus pandemic is accelerating and the virus is tightening its deadly grip on the United States with more than 100 people dying…
Senior Resources providing free meals to Richland Co. senior citizens
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- Senior Resources is making sure that no senior citizen in Richland County goes hungry, as the threat of COVID-19 continues. On Monday, the Emergency Senior Nutrition Program…
DHEC: Two more reported deaths related to Coronavirus in South Carolina
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Monday, The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control reported the state’s fourth and fifth deaths related to the coronavirus. DHEC says this brings the state’s total number of deaths to five. According to a release,…
Columbia City Council approves $6 million economic stimulus plan
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--The Columbia City Council passed an emergency economic relief package it says will help businesses and residents survive the pandemic. According to Mayor Steve Benjamin the "Resilient Columbia" stimulus…
US Dept. of Ed grants SC request to waive some standardized testing
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--Students in South Carolina will not take any more standardized tests this school year. Monday state superintendent Molly Spearman announced the US Department of Education has approved the state's assessment suspension waiver. That means the state will not…
