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Laurel Mallory
Digital Content Manager
Recent Articles by Laurel
SC rep. says he will not ‘bow down to the Left’ on Hate Crime bill
The bill passed the SC House on Wednesday. It now heads to the Senate.
By
Laurel Mallory
Published April 7, 2021 at 6:30 PM
COVID-19 vaccines in SC open to everyone 16 & up starting March 31
People in that group were not expected to be eligible for vaccine appointments until May.
By
Laurel Mallory
Published March 26, 2021 at 6:28 PM
UofSC plans for full face-to-face instruction in fall 2021
Officials said the school will resume “normal campus operations” in fall 2021.
By
Laurel Mallory
Published March 8, 2021 at 6:07 PM
SC opens phase 1b of vaccine rollout; here’s a full list of who’s eligible
Appointments open March 8 for everyone in phase 1b.
By
Laurel Mallory
Published March 2, 2021 at 11:36 PM
SC will get 41,000 J&J vaccine doses this week, DHEC says
The third COVID-19 vaccine in the US' arsenal only requires one shot and can be stored at warmer temperatures.
By
Laurel Mallory
Published March 1, 2021 at 5:18 PM
McMaster leads group of governors against COVID-19 relief bill
The joint statement takes issue with the funding allocated to states in the bill.
By
Laurel Mallory
Published February 27, 2021 at 12:24 PM
4-year-old killed in fall from 7th floor of SC hotel
The child's mother works at the hotel, management confirmed.
By
Laurel Mallory and
Chris Joseph
Published February 22, 2021 at 10:45 PM
SC phone bank helps residents get health insurance during ACA’s special enrollment
From now through the middle of May, a special enrollment period is open for people wanting to get health insurance through the Affordable Care Act.
By
Laurel Mallory
Published February 15, 2021 at 7:07 PM
2.1 magnitude earthquake recorded in Lowcountry
The quake hit at 8:03 p.m. Saturday.
By
Laurel Mallory
Published February 14, 2021 at 1:54 PM
SC teen dies from MIS-C, a COVID-19-related condition that affects children
This is the first child to die from the disease in South Carolina.
By
Laurel Mallory
Published January 29, 2021 at 3:05 PM
SC Senate passes Fetal Heartbeat Bill aimed at banning most abortions
The bill now goes to the House, where it’s likely to pass.
By
Laurel Mallory
Published January 28, 2021 at 2:06 PM
Pilot killed in plane crash in Rosewood neighborhood identified
Around 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, the single-engine plane hit a house before hitting the ground.
By
Laurel Mallory
Published January 14, 2021 at 5:25 PM
Plane crashes into home in Rosewood neighborhood
Multiple emergency crews are on the scene.
By
Laurel Mallory
Published January 13, 2021 at 10:27 PM
SC lawmakers pre-file bill looking to ban mandatory vaccinations
The bill states the reason for this change would be to protect the rights of citizens and “prohibit discrimination.”
By
Laurel Mallory
Published January 4, 2021 at 3:56 PM
SC first lady Peggy McMaster tests positive for COVID-19
First lady Peggy McMaster got a positive result from a “routine test” on Thursday, officials said.
By
Laurel Mallory
Published December 18, 2020 at 3:03 PM
VACCINE FAQ: Can your boss require you to get the COVID-19 vaccine?
WIS looked at the laws behind employers requiring employees to take a vaccine.
By
Laurel Mallory
Published December 14, 2020 at 9:39 PM
First shipments of COVID-19 vaccine arrive in SC
In South Carolina, the vaccine will be distributed in phases based on medical advice of who needs it first.
By
Laurel Mallory
Published December 14, 2020 at 9:39 PM
‘Drug empire’ was run by gang leaders inside SC prisons, federal indictment alleges
A federal grand jury has indicted 40 people in what officials are calling the “largest federal racketeering conspiracy in South Carolina history.”
By
Laurel Mallory
Published December 10, 2020 at 10:30 PM
29 indicted in prison riot that killed 7 inmates at Lee Correctional in 2018
The attorney general also said the violence was coordinated using contraband cell phones inside the prison.
By
Laurel Mallory
Published December 3, 2020 at 2:38 PM
‘Test before turkey’: McMaster emphasizes COVID-19 precautions over Thanksgiving
Cases in South Carolina have surged recently, with more than 1,000 new cases reported by DHEC on seven of the past 10 days.
By
Laurel Mallory
Published November 19, 2020 at 11:20 PM
DHEC: More than 2,700 cases of COVID-19 reported in K-12 schools so far this fall
Both public and private schools are included in these numbers.
By
Laurel Mallory
Published November 10, 2020 at 6:52 PM
18-year-old soldier killed during training at Fort Jackson identified
After the soldier's death, Fort Jackson command ordered a 36-hour training stand down.
By
Laurel Mallory
Published November 9, 2020 at 4:53 PM
VIDEO: Graham, Harrison face off in final Senate debate just days before election
This story will include a live stream of the debate once it begins.
By
Laurel Mallory
Published October 30, 2020 at 8:04 PM
DHEC: More than 2,100 cases of COVID-19 reported in K-12 schools so far this fall
Both public and private schools are included in these numbers.
By
Laurel Mallory
Published October 30, 2020 at 7:11 PM
DHEC: About 180 new cases of COVID-19 reported in K-12 schools Tuesday; 1,956 total
Both public and private schools are included in these numbers.
By
Laurel Mallory
Published October 27, 2020 at 2:42 PM
DHEC: About 140 new cases of COVID-19 reported in K-12 schools Friday, 1,772 total
Both public and private schools are included in these numbers.
By
Laurel Mallory
Published October 23, 2020 at 5:06 PM
UofSC eliminates spring break for 2021 citing COVID-19 concerns
Instead of a week-long break in March, the school has scheduled four "wellness days" off throughout the semester.
By
Laurel Mallory
Published October 22, 2020 at 5:12 PM
DHEC: About 150 new cases of COVID-19 reported in K-12 schools Tuesday, 1,631 total
Both public and private schools are included in these numbers.
By
Laurel Mallory
Published October 20, 2020 at 5:36 PM
DHEC: More than 130 new COVID-19 cases associated with K-12 schools in past 4 days
Both public and private schools are included in these numbers.
By
Laurel Mallory
Published October 13, 2020 at 2:48 PM
Coroner releases cause of death for UofSC student reported missing, then found dead
The university says counseling services are available for students.
By
Laurel Mallory
Published October 12, 2020 at 11:44 PM
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