House member McCoy sworn in as South Carolina’s US attorney
A prominent state lawmaker has been sworn in as the new U.S. Attorney for South Carolina, according to federal officials.
Politics
Government warns of stimulus scam making the rounds
Columbia, SC (CNN) --Government officials are asking you to be aware. They say scammers are already trying to steal people's money while Americans wait on their stimulus checks. According to Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin,…
Some want SC Governor to implement 'Stay at Home' order
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- as the numbers of cases and deaths continue to grow in South Carolina local and state leaders are asking Governor Henry McMaster to make more changes.…
AP: Candidate filing in South Carolina
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - The filing period for South Carolina's 2020 primaries and November general election closed Monday, although the coronavirus outbreak has left in flux how exactly the elections will be carried out. Perhaps the most highly anticipated election…
SC's typical June primary not certain with coronavirus
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — As the coronavirus has caused massive changes to life in South Carolina, one thing is proceeding as scheduled — the deadline for political candidates to be on the ballot for the 2020 primaries and November election.…
Pelosi forecasts House OK of Senate’s $2.2T virus aid plan
The House of Representatives will give final approval Friday to the massive $2.2 trillion economic rescue bill for the coronavirus.
Prisma Health suspends COVID-19 related patient payments
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- Prisma Health announces changes to statements and billing during the COVID-19 global pandemic. Prisma Health officials have suspended all COVID-19 related patient payments. A spokesperson…
The US now has more cases of coronavirus than any country in the world
(CNN) - The United States now has the most coronavirus cases of any country in the world with more than 82,000 cases.…
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…
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…
National Politics
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- President Trump signs executive order that aims to stabilize college sports Apr 3, 2026 10:15 PM EDTPresident Donald Trump has signed an executive order aimed at restoring “order, fairness and stability” to college athletics
- Democrats see Georgia's failure to curb data centers as an electoral gift Apr 3, 2026 5:40 PM EDTGeorgia lawmakers have ended their legislative session without addressing concerns over data centers
- Tennessee eases up on its unique child support rule for restoring voting rights after a felony Apr 3, 2026 5:16 PM EDTA new Tennessee law has eased up on two longstanding financial hurdles for people with felony sentences who want their voting rights back
- South Florida vice mayor's death investigated as domestic violence, husband faces murder charge Apr 3, 2026 11:34 AM EDTThe husband of a South Florida vice mayor has been charged with fatally shooting his wife at their home, according to an affidavit
- White House set to release Trump's budget with major increase in defense spending Apr 3, 2026 11:32 AM EDTThe White House is scheduled to release President Donald Trump’s 2027 budget Friday
