SC senators hear testimony on one of America’s most restrictive abortion bills
The near-total ban would remove all exceptions for rape or incest and leave women seeking abortions open to felony charges.
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South Carolina women struggle to get seat at table in Legislature
Women make up more than half of South Carolina’s population, but they only make up about 14% of the Legislature.
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SC statehouse considering anti-human trafficking, dating violence bills aimed at protecting survivors
S.C. lawmakers are attempting to pass multiple bills to make the state safer for survivors of human trafficking and dating violence while making it tougher for offenders.
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Early voting turnout quadruples that in SC primaries
South Carolina saw early voting for the first time during this year’s June primaries. Now, it has taken off in the General Election.
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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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Controversial fetal heartbeat bill shelved until next legislative year
A bill that would have banned abortion after a fetal heartbeat is detected was rebuffed by the South Carolina legislature, but other states are adopting such measures.
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Stricter abortion proposal would limit women’s reproductive rights
South Carolina lawmakers are once again looking to restrict a woman’s right to an abortion.On...
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Animal abuse laws up for debate in S.C. Legislature
A measure winding its way through the South Carolina Legislature would ban pet ownership for those who have abused animals in the past.
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For those carrying student debt, higher ed talks are real
One USC student hopes the Legislature tackles the thorny issue of funding for higher education.
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On Carolina Day, debate over higher education awaits
USC officials will make their case for more state funding during Carolina Day at the State House.
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Key players in the debate over S.C. higher education
Here are some of the key players in the quest for higher education funding.
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