Books are being challenged across the state. But some say complaints are misinformed
Books about diverse groups are frequently a target.
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Author: Bee Brawley
Supreme Court paves way for Graham to testify — but he could say nothing, local experts say
Graham will appear in court after losing a subpoena fight but by law could “plead the Fifth” to not answer questions.
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If gun cases continue to rise, would Richland One schools get more SROs?
Richland One’s spokesperson said Tuesday there is no plan to add student resource officers at district schools. But Superintendent Craig Witherspoon said last week there could potentially be changes made if weapon incidents continue to rise.
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The national schools report card is out. SC scores dropped — sort of
New national numbers suggest South Carolina’s eighth-graders — but not fourth-graders — are falling behind.
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Confusing, contradictory laws make it hard to remove guns from domestic abusers
Despite South Carolina’s falling national domestic homicide rank, firearms still pose a threat to women and domestic violence victims in the state.
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Richland County has high STD rates. Why? Experts say it’s complicated
Richland County has the third-highest STD rate in the nation.
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Dog rescue highlights need for legislation in SC, advocates say
The recent rescue of more than 300 abused dogs in the Midlands is reviving talks on the expense of caring for rescued animals.
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USC students and experts to hold abortion education events
University of South Carolina students and experts will hold a series of panel events for the USC community to learn more about abortion and the ongoing legal debate in South Carolina//////S.C.
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SC abortion bill could lead to logistical problems, experts say
The recent South Carolina abortion bill could lead to logistical problems for those seeking abortions across the state, according to experts.
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Black students face significant debt despite loan forgiveness plan
A student studies on campus at USC. Photo by: Shakeem Jones President Biden’s announcement...
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