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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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…
“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…
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, …
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.
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…
Spokeswoman: Vice President Mike Pence and wife test negative for the coronavirus
WASHINGTON (AP) — Vice President Mike Pence and his wife Karen have tested negative for the coronavirus according to a spokeswoman from the VP's office. We…
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…
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…
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.…
S.C. Senate passes $45 million emergency funding plan to fight COVID-19
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) --On Tuesday, the South Carolina Senate voted to give the state's Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) a major boost in its fight against the coronavirus. Lawmakers voted…
City of Columbia declares 'State of Emergency'
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin is encouraging social distancing as recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The Mayor specifically focusing on restaurants and bars…
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