South Carolina News

Piedmont Medical Center Announces Visitor Restrictions Amid Coronavirus Concerns

Out of an abundance of caution, Piedmont Medical Center is expanding their visitation restrictions until further notice

Novant Health Healthy Headlines: Tanning Bed Risks

As spring and summer approaches, many people will seek a tan, including quick ones by using a tanning bed indoors. Dr. Emily McLean, a Novant Health dermatologist, joins Rising to tell all the facts and fiction related to using a tanning bed.

Lancaster Co. South Carolina Woman Tests Positive for Coronavirus

A Lancaster Co. South Carolina woman has tested positive for Coronavirus, DHEC says. She is in isolation in the hospital but there are still a lot of questions.

NBA Suspends Season Indefinitely After Utah Jazz Player Tests Positive For Coronavirus

The NBA is suspending game play following the conclusion of tonight's schedule of games until further notice.

NCAA "March Madness" Basketball Tournaments Will Be Held Without Fans Due To Coronavirus

NCAA President Mark Emmert says NCAA Division I basketball tournament games will be played without fans in the arenas because of concerns about the spread of coronavirus.

South Carolina Officials Say They Are Investigating Possible Coronavirus Case In Lancaster County

The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is investigating one new possible case of the COVID-19 novel coronavirus in Lancaster County, the agency announced today. This brings the total number of presumptive positive cases to eight, along with two confirmed cases.

Epicenter Festival Announces Onsite Entertainment And Food Offerings

With less than two months until the kickoff of the incredible spring festival season from Danny Wimmer Presents, the independent festival producer has announced additional onsite entertainment and unique food offerings for the second year of Epicenter, May 1, 2 and 3 at its new home at Rock City Campgrounds at Charlotte Motor Speedway in Concord, NC.

Baxter-Fort Mill Spring Fest And St. Patrick's Parade Cancelled Amid Coronavirus Concerns

The Baxter-Fort Mill Spring Fest and St. Patrick's Parade have been cancelled amid coronavirus community spread concerns.

Kyle Allen Signs One-Year Extension With Panthers

Quarterback Kyle Allen, who was set to become an exclusive rights free agent, has signed a one-year contract.

Family Asks For Public’s Help After Man Dies In Rock Hill Police Custody

On Monday night the family of a man who died in police custody in Rock Hill raised money to conduct their own autopsy.

Coronavirus Impacts In The Charlotte Area

There are no cases in the Charlotte region. A man from Spartanburg county, who passed through Charlotte-Douglas Airport on his way home from Italy, has a confirmed case of coronavirus. He did not have any symptoms while at the airport.

4 New COVID-19 Cases Bring South Carolina's Total To 6

Four more South Carolina residents have tested positive for the new coronavirus, bringing the state’s total to six presumptive cases of COVID-19 and the first indication that it has spread within a community.

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Suspect Arrested After Pursuit In Chester County

Chester County deputy arrested suspect after car chase and foot pursuit.

Severe Weather Preparedness Week Arrives In South Carolina

With spring just around the corner, emergency officials in South Carolina said it is time to begin preparing for severe weather.

Two Charged For Ill Treatment Towards Animals In Lancaster County

Deputies say two people are facing charges after 10 dog carcasses were found inside a garbage 26 dogs and a cat were removed from a home in Lancaster due to poor living conditions.