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South Carolinians prepare for student debt cancellation despite its uncertain future
South Carolina students have the fifth highest average federal and private student loan debt, and that number could be coming down with the swipe of President Biden’s pen or an act passed in Congress.
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All Rise – The first female South Carolina Supreme Court Justice aims to uplift young women
Justice Jean Hoefer Toal, the first female justice and chief justice of the South Carolina Supreme Court, aims to uplift women leaders in the legal field and beyond.
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Statewide coronavirus testing initiative unveiled
DHEC is partnering with the city of Columbia to do more COVID-19 testing and to encourage people to get tested.
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South Carolinians weigh in on impeachment
South Carolinians join Americans across the political spectrum as they weigh in on the impeachment inquiry launched by the House of Representatives earlier this week.
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May 1 teacher walkout could spark change and repercussions
Some teachers are planning on a May 1 “all out” walkout to protest the legislature’s failure to enact K-12 education reform.
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Side hustle is new normal for SC teachers
Low teacher income in South Carolina has forced teachers to obtain a second job to help make ends meet.
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“We need help:” Local law enforcement backs gun reform bill
Bipartisan lawmakers form the Midlands joined local law enforcement at the State House Monday to announce a new gun reform bill.
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Medical marijuana advocate says ‘We have work to do’
Sen. Tom Davis is hopeful that medical marijuana will become legal this year, but he recognizes the current bill still needs work.
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Columbia community unites against hate
The Columbia community held a vigil on Tuesday to honor the victims of the Oct. 27 Tree of Life Synagogue shooting in Pittsburgh.
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In wake of riot, lawmakers press for prison reform
After an April 15 prison riot, House Democrats called for prison reform, including raising salaries for correctional officers.
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Advocates for the disabled gather at the State House
A display of shoes on the steps of the State House illustrated the need for more help for caregivers around the state.
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New cell phone bill tackles distracted driving
A new cell phone bill in South Carolina could affect the way you use your cell phone behind the wheel.
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S.C. Gov. Henry McMaster declares a state of emergency, does not order a coastal evacuation ahead of Hurricane Ian's projected Friday arrival in the Palmetto State. Read more by @kaileycota: https://carolinanewsandreporter.cic.sc.edu/mcmaster-orders-no-evacuations-ahead-of-hurricane-but-warns-of-flooding-high-winds/
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Lexington Co. Sherriff Jay Koon speaks on the impact the budget analysis had on his department.
Based on a compensation analysis McMaster initiated, the latest budget provides $40 million in new dollars for law enforcement recruitment and retention pay raises.
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