Carolina Day highlights the impact of higher education
Gamecocks from across the state came together to celebrate and advocate for USC.
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SC’s 3rd-party candidates hope to gain traction, affect policies
During a contentious election year, third-party candidates are working to make headway in a bipartisan system.
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Bill to allow retail sale of alcohol on Sundays passes SC House
But lawmakers are divided on an amendment requiring communities to hold a referendum on whether to allow the sales.
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SC seeks to join nearly a dozen states with sexual extortion bill
South Carolina lawmakers are pushing a bill to punish sexual extortion. The state would join nearly a dozen other states with sexual extortion laws, if it passes.
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A day for mental health advocacy in SC
Mental Health Advocacy Day was designed to celebrate gains and raise awareness for the state’s mental health needs.
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Potential DHEC split raises concerns among government officials, advocates
The Department of Health and Environmental Control could be broken into several agencies. Some public health officials are concerned about the potential fallouts.
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Where do environmental bills stand in SC General Assembly?
S.C. environmental groups describe what policies they expect to make an impact this legislative session, including clean energy, land conservation and electric vehicles.
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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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New parents may get some relief as legislation awaits Senate vote
Senators are set to debate legislation that would grant paid parental leave to state employees.
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New DHEC director confident in new vaccine appointment system
The new director of the state Department of Health and Environmental Control says he is ready to focus on optimizing COVID-19 vaccine access and supplies for the state.
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Education chief will ask for 5% teacher pay raise
The South Carolina Senate Education Committee discussed the K-12 education reform bill Wednesday.
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