Illinois, too, prepares for Breonna Taylor announcement
Illinois Gov. put the state’s national guard in a “state of readiness” in anticipation of KY’s AG announcement on charges for Taylor’s death.
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DOJ announces largest drug, gun and cash seizure in darknet history
The Justice Department on Tuesday announced the largest seizure of online drugs in the U.S. darknet history.
Ozuna, Braves beat Miami, clinch 3rd straight NL East title
Bryse Wilson pitched five scoreless innings, Marcell Ozuna drove in five runs with four hits that included two homers and the Atlanta Braves clinched their third straight NL East title by beating the Miami Marlins 11-1 on Tuesday night.
South Carolina lieutenant governor returns after COVID-19
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) – South Carolina Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette has returned to public life after being diagnosed with COVID-19 earlier this month. Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette, at the Statehouse in Columbia (AP Photo/Jeffrey Collins) Evette came to the South Carolina House chambers on Tuesday, meeting with members, giving hugs telling the story of how she recovered from the virus…
Parents tackle man accused of spying on girl in restaurant bathroom
DUNCAN, S.C. (AP) – Authorities say a group of parents tackled and restrained a registered sex offender accused of spying on a 15-year-old girl in the bathroom of a South Carolina restaurant. Douglas Lane (Spartanburg County Sheriff’s Office) Duncan police say 53-year-old Douglas Lane has been charged with voyeurism, as well as possession of marijuana and paraphernalia. Douglas Lane (NC…
SEC to use devices to aid with contact tracing
The Southeastern Conference says it is providing its 14 schools wearable technology for football players intended to aid with COVID-19 contact tracing.
3 children killed in SC after vehicle crashes off bridge into water
PORT ROYAL, S.C. (AP) – Authorities in South Carolina say four people are dead after a vehicle plunged from a bridge into a waterway. Beaufort County Coroner Ed Allen said in a news release that the dead included three children ages 16, 6 and 3. The deadly crash happened Saturday morning on a bridge linking Port Royal and Lady’s Island….
Federal judge rules witness signatures not required on mail-in ballots in SC
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) – A federal judge in South Carolina has struck down a rule requiring mail-in absentee ballots for the November election be signed by witnesses. U.S. District Judge Michelle Childs ordered the state Election Commission to immediately inform voters about the removal of the requirement. Voters in the state usually have to provide a specific reason for voting…
Panthers’ McCaffrey out multiple weeks with ankle sprain
High ankle sprains are generally considered a 4 to 6 week injury, but Matt Rhule said he had no timeline for McCaffrey’s return.
SC Legislature 2-week special session ends with money talk
The September special session of the South Carolina Legislature continues this week with more discussions about money.
