Tag: politics
Columbia grappling with nationwide question of how to regulate short-term rental business
Columbia is working to to regulate short-term rental units to appease neighbors who don’t want Airbnbs on their street and industry leaders who make a living by renting out homes.
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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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S.C. Senate moves to allow sex offenders off the state registry
A South Carolina bill giving registered sex offenders the option to have their names taken off the sex offender registry through petition is set to enter the Senate floor after passing in full committee.
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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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South Carolina leaders optimistic about Childs’ nomination to Supreme Court
After being named by the White House as a potential nominee for the U.S. Supreme Court, J. Michele Childs has support from South Carolina leaders.
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Senators aim to reach agreement over medical marijuana bill next week
The Senate is still debating a proposed bill of medical marijuana. Tom Davis, the main sponsor of the bill, believes the measure would be beneficial for those suffering from chronic pain.
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Churches suffered losses during the pandemic. This congregation lost its pastor.
Chairs separated for social distancing. Fist bumps and waves instead of hugs and handshakes. New pastors in the pulpit. South Carolina churches have been affected by the pandemic in many ways and some are changed forever.
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Benjamin endorses Devine for mayor in runoff election
Days after a runoff election for Columbia’s mayor was announced, Mayor Steve Benjamin endorsed fellow city council member Tameika Isaac Devine for mayor.
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Mayoral candidates speak to first-time voters at first UofSC town hall
Columbia’s four mayoral candidates pose with the brothers of UofSC’s Alpha Phi Alpha...
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As Benjamin exits, his hope for Columbia continues to grow
Steve Benjamin reflects on what prepared him for his tenure as Mayor of Columbia, South Carolina.
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President Biden’s infrastructure proposal could have major impact on SC roadways
Political analysts, legislators, citizens and lobbyists discuss the effect Biden’s infrastructure proposal could have on South Carolina
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Columbia mayor candidates discuss plans, hopes for city’s homeless
Homeless people wait in line for the doors of Oliver Gospel to open to receive dinner. This is one...
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