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Politicians are talking abortion – but they’re not the only ones
South Carolina organizations are lobbying to protect reproductive rights as legislators rework a bill that would prohibit almost all abortions.
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‘Simply Devine,’ local shop, invites other small businesses to partner
Kudzu Bakery and Market is inviting local businesses into its space, pop-up style, most recently offering a tasting from Billy G’s Carolina BBQ on Wednesday.
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South Carolina State University grieves student loss
South Carolina State University is grieving after a student died earlier this week.
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Dean at law school concerned by Russian violations of international law
UofSC law school Dean Joel Samuels believes Russia may not face consequences for violating international law in Ukraine; a scenario he says is “heartbreaking.”
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Pastors press Richland County sheriff to expand inquiry into officer-involved shooting
Lawyers and religious leaders held a press conference at the Richland County Sheriff’s Department to discuss last Saturday’s officer-involved shooting and press for more accountability.
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Blythewood teacher and lobbyist “changing the conversation” on education
Government teacher and education lobbyist Patrick Kelly wears two hats while combating the South Carolina education crisis. Both of his roles are directly impacting the state of education in S.C.
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State employees fighting for paid parental leave
University of South Carolina employees marched to the legislature to demand paid leave following the birth or adoption of a child.
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Graham pressures Biden to send air support to Ukraine after Zelensky addresses Congress
Following an address by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to Congress on Wednesday, U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham introduced a resolution calling on President Biden to send Poland’s MiG fighter jets and air defense systems to Ukraine.
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McMaster champions pay raises for law enforcement
Gov. Henry McMaster advocated for law enforcement pay raises Thursday morning amid staffing shortages within the industry.
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Trouble at the polls during mayor runoff election
Voter precincts switched from pre-filled ballots to blank ballots in order to combat polling...
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Columbia voters get ready to elect new mayor, council members
Columbia’s municipal election is tomorrow, and with it will come the city’s first new mayor in ten years. Learn more about each of them here.
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Sonoco earns a record $1.42 billion in net sales during third quarter
The company, based in Harstville, South Carolina, is bouncing back from a second-quarter loss, despite supply chain challenges, increasing raw material costs and more.
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