Abortion advocates gather at the State House
Abortion rights activists gathered both inside and outside the State House today, rallying for women’s rights.
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Mr. Happy Face wins “World’s Ugliest Dog” contest
His owner calls him “magnificent,” but he just won the “World’s Ugliest Dog” contest. Meet Mr. Happy Face.
Abortion laws being challenged in at least four states
The fallout from the Supreme Court reversal of Roe v Wade continues across the United States. At least 13 states have ceased nearly all abortion services, including here in South Carolina. Existing abortion laws in at least four states are all facing lawsuits. This comes as women are left wondering what to do if they need care.
Local Living: Independence Day celebrations in the Midlands, take your kids to Prime Time in the Parks in Columbia and more!
Local Living: Independence Day celebrations in the Midlands, take your kids to Prime Time in the Parks in Columbia and more!
Some companies offering to reimburse employees who have to travel out of state for abortion care
Corporate America is reacting to the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade. From tech to retail, dozens of companies are now pledging support for their employees seeking an abortion. Some are even offering to reimburse employees for traveling out of state to get the procedure.
Consumer News: Mark your calendars for the annual Sales Tax Holiday, apartment going up in Columbia and more
Consumer News: Mark your calendars for the annual Sales Tax Holiday, apartment going up in Columbia and more
CPD: Man arrested after fleeing from officer on stolen motorcycle
The Columbia Police Department says a 36-year-old man has been charged in connection with the theft of two motorcycles.
Democrats Bruce, Matthews vie to face South Carolina’s Scott
By Meg Kinnard (AP)
Two women are in a Democratic primary runoff Tuesday to challenge U.S. Sen. Tim Scott, who said this will be his last term if he is reelected.
Former aide: Trump was told protesters had weapons on Jan. 6
By Mary Clare Jalonick, Farnoush Amiri, Eric Tucker and Michael Balsamo (AP)
Cassidy Hutchinson, a key aide in Donald Trump’s White House, told the House committee investigating the violent Jan. 6, 2021, insurrection on Tuesday that Trump was informed that the supporters he addressed that morning had weapons but he told officials to “let my people in” and march to the Capitol.
DOJ: Four SC residents plead guilty to PPP loan fraud conspiracy
According to the Department of Justice, four South Carolina residents pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit wire fraud and wire fraud for their roles in a scheme to fraudulently obtain millions in PPP loans.
