An Awkward Discussion
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Local News
Two arrested in SCSU Shooting
Two people have been arrested and charged in connection with a shooting death at South Carolina State University.
Haley assails Gingrich’s Medicare plan criticism
South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley says Newt Gingrich’s criticism of a sweeping Medicare overhaul proposal won’t play in early voting South Carolina and is calling on the presidential hopeful to explain himself.
Legislators OK anti-illegal immigration bill
South Carolina legislators have advanced a bill that requires officers to try to check the status of people they suspect are in the country illegally.
Senate may add $105 million to SC school budgets
South Carolina senators are considering adding $105 million to local school budgets thanks to growing state revenues.
Amazon Deal, Round Two
After an initial vote to not grant special tax exemption status for amazon.com, state lawmakers prepare to vote again on whether to bring the online retailer to South Carolina after all.
Legislators vote to ban liquor sales on Christmas
Liquor stores across South Carolina would be allowed to open their doors on Election Day but must close on Christmas under legislation heading to the House.
Legislators could bar mailed speeding tickets
Legislators have advanced a bill meant to stop a South Carolina town from using a camera and radar system to send traffic tickets through the mail.
Senate strips funding from state prosecutors
South Carolina senators have voted by a narrow margin to scrap funding for state prosecutors.
Report: More people will reduce Southern forests
Population growth and urbanization could reduce the 200 million acres of forestland in the U.S. South over the next 50 years.
