Author: Associated Press

Authorities: California bar owner arrested for selling fake vaccination cards

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) – Authorities say they have arrested the owner of a Northern California bar where made-to-order fake COVID-19 vaccination cards were being sold to undercover state agents for $20 each. Officials said Friday they’re unaware of any other such cases nationwide, though bogus cards have been advertised online. Vaccination cards are being used as a pass for people…

Influential SC lawmakers seek Santee Cooper compromise

By Jeffrey Collins

Six of South Carolina’s most influential lawmakers will get together soon to see if they can agree on a proposal to overhaul state-owned utility Santee Cooper. The conference committee is needed because the House and Senate passed different versions of a bill giving regulators and other more oversight of the utility.

SC governor signs into law college athlete compensation bill

South Carolina’s governor has signed into law a bill that would allow college athletes in the state to make money or other benefits from their names and images. The law signed Thursday allows athletes to be paid from outside organizations for autograph sessions, guest appearances, sponsorships or other events that use their name, image or likeness.