Scott kicks off presidential campaign in North Charleston
After months of speculation, U.S. Sen. Tim Scott, R-S.C., on Monday told a packed crowd at his hometown alma mater, Charleston Southern University, that he is running for president of the United States.
He becomes the second South Carolinian running for the GOP nomination for president, joining former Gov. Nikki Haley, who announced earlier this year.
Martin: Teacher pay is more about students than teachers
“There are myriad reasons why increasing teacher pay is the right thing to do right now, but the most pressing – and perhaps most overlooked – is the adverse impact of the teacher retention crisis on students.”
S.C. DNR expecting high water traffic this weekend
The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources said they're gearing up for a heavy traffic on both land and water ahead of Memorial Day weekend.
National manhunt for homicide suspect focused in N. Charleston
A New York homicide suspect who allegedly forced two people to drive to North Charleston is still being sought and considered to be armed and dangerous.
N. Charleston police looking for kidnapping suspect
GUN VIOLENCE: S.C. skeptical in school shooter's request for reduction of life sentence
The Townville Elementary School shooter who was just 14 in 2016 is asking a judge to reduce his life sentence, a request that seems to be a long hill battle.
3 adults, juvenile arrested for gun charges
Woman injured in early morning shooting
Man charged after Sunday night standoff on Johns Island
Townville shooter apologizes for first time in court
Mother remembers 14-year-old killed in shooting
Charleston police chief Reynolds dies at 56
Former Charleston Police Chief Luther Reynolds dies at 56 last night after a battle with cancer.
Former Kershaw Co. chief deputy Thomly dies
Reynolds passes away after battle with cancer
2024: Scott kicks off GOP presidential campaign in North Charleston
After months of speculation, U.S. Sen. Tim Scott, R-S.C., on Monday told a packed crowd at his hometown alma mater, Charleston Southern University, that he is running for president of the United States.
Scott makes GOP presidential bid
Trump embraces Scott's candidacy
Scott seeks more optimism than competitors in 2024 bid
Scott kicks off presidential run, emphasizing faith
DeSantis envisions shaping a conservative 7-2 Supreme Court majority
Scott announces 2024 presidential bid
Debt ceiling fight strains Biden's presidency
Trump's legal troubles overshadow his campaign
U.S. Senate strips protections for long-eared bat native to S.C.
The U.S. Senate passed a Congressional Review Act resolution to list the northern long-eared bat — one of South Carolina’s rarest bats — as endangered May 11.
McMaster said he was joking about hunting Democrats with dogs
Gov. Henry McMaster was in hot water this weekend after remarks about hunting Democrats with dogs. Democrats asked for an apology and retraction from the statement.
S.C. Democrats ask McMaster to apologize for weekend comments
McMaster's remarks sparks outcry from Democrats
WORLD: Russia claims Bakhmut
Russian forces have officially taken the city after losing thousands of soldiers in the process.
Drones strike Russian border of Belgorod
Ukraine officials say fighting continues in and around Bakhmut
NATIONAL: Biden, McCarthy describe productive meeting, but meet no agreement
President Joe Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy met to discuss the debt limit issue ahead of a close deadline.
Debt ceiling meeting ends with no deal
Yellen warns again that the U.S. could default June 1
Private use boosting customer interests in large Boeing planes
Boeing said customer interests have shifted to the efficiency of its North Charleston-built 787 aircrafts.
Dorchester Co. to talk about N. Main Street redevelopment
Dorchester County Council passed a motion to hold a town vote for the redevelopment of 500 N. Main Street for a large property that greets people who head into Summerville. The building is one of the first buildings you see when you approach downtown Summerville.
Former Five Points bar owner to open liquor store
A former owner of Pavlov’s bar in Columbia’s Five Points shopping and entertainment district wants to turn the building into a liquor store, comparing it to a small version of Green's Liquor Store.
Lowes foods to open 5th Charleston-area location
North Carolina-based supermarket chain Lowes Foods recently inked a deal to build a 50,887-square-foot grocery store in North Creek at Nexton Shopping Center.
Charleston airport taxicab rates to increase
Hailing a cab at Charleston International is set to rise from $2.52 to $3 per mile July 1.
Charleston Co. teachers to attend budget talks, vote on salaries
The Charleston County School Board will discuss and hold a first vote on a proposed 2023-2024 budget that includes multiple actions to increase teacher pay.
Charleston Co. school board delays vote on budget
Book removals violate students' rights, Education Dept. says
The Department of Education settled with a Georgia school district after an inquiry was filed into whether removing books created a hostile environment.
Bigger investment to lead to lower tax bill for S.C. medical device firm
SHL Medical, which makes automated drug injection devices, said it will spend $150 million on its Palmetto Commerce Park site, making it eligible for South Carolina's “super fee” level, giving it far greater tax breaks than many manufacturers can get.
Daniel Island bridge could include widening, pedestrian walkway
The city of Charleston will be voting Monday and Tuesday on the approval of a $2 million replacement bridge connecting Daniel Island.
Small S.C. town mayor resigns after assault, battery charges
Eastover Mayor Phillip Gunter resigned May 22, just three days after he was arrested on charges of assault and battery.
Myrtle Beach to extend downtown parking fees, raise water fees
Myrtle Beach could soon require visitors to pay for parking all year long as part of the city's 2023-24 fiscal budget, which also include hikes on citywide water, sewer and stormwater fees.
Lowry: The 14th Amendment is a poor excuse for the debt limit
"The looming deadline has concentrated the minds of the White House and its allies — not on how to cut a deal, but how to find a fig leaf of legitimacy for President Joe Biden to engage in his most flagrant abuse of his authority to date. He’d simply ignore the debt limit as a supposedly unconstitutional infringement on his obligation to honor our debts. "
S.C.'s school transparency bill is more work for lawyers
"And to be clear: By “absence of a problem that needs fixing,” we’re not saying the problems the bill’s supporters claim they want to fix wouldn’t need fixing, if they actually existed. We’re saying there’s no evidence that they exist."
Kenway: Family caregiving should be an expectation
"Solving the caregiving crisis requires a conceptual shift, from caregiving as aberration to caregiving as synonymous with human life."
Bouie: Gorsuch has given himself away
"A justice who frequently struggles to see injustice and cruelty in the present will surely struggle to see injustice and cruelty in the past."
Vladeck: Public criticism may be the only way to reform the Supreme Court
"In past instances of public criticism, the court has occasionally changed its ways."
Coy: The welfare debates stall talks of the debt limit
"Work requirements are popular, but there’s a thin line between motivation and punishment."