Fired IRS employees reinstated
Thousands of previously fired probationary employees at the IRS will be back on the job full-time in about two weeks.
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South Carolina Aquarium releases five rehabilitated sea turtles back into the wild
As many people set off for spring break road trips and Easter vacation, the South Carolina Aquarium took a road trip of their own to release five flippered passengers back into the wild.
Changes coming to Mega Millions game
Changes are coming to the Mega Millions game, according to lottery officials.
New SC bill aims to equip first responders with autism awareness for safer interactions
A team of bipartisan state lawmakers is prioritizing autism education for all South Carolina first responders.
SC AG warns of disturbing teen trend linked to neo-Nazi, satanic cults
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson has issued a stark warning to parents about a disturbing trend targeting children and teens in the state. Wilson urged parents to be vigilant, as many are unaware of the exploitation occurring among their children.
Gov. McMaster defends state right to exclude abortion providers from Medicaid plan
During the oral arguments for Medina v. Planned Parenthood South Atlantic on Wednesday before the United States Supreme Court, Gov. Henry McMaster defended South Carolina's right to exclude abortion providers from the Medicaid program.
SC House passes anti-DEI bill H.3927 after late amendment in 82-32 vote
Lawmakers in the South Carolina House passed H.3927 Wednesday, a controversial bill that targets state agencies and schools for any association with diversity, equity, and inclusion programs, training, or practices.
US bans government personnel in China from romantic or sexual relations with Chinese citizens
The U.S. government has banned American government personnel in China, as well as family members and contractors with security clearances, from any romantic or sexual relationships with Chinese citizens, The Associated Press has learned.
S.C. lawmaker proposes bill increasing penalties for those who break wildfire laws
One state lawmaker introduced a bill that would increase penalties for people who break laws related to wildfires
A $1.8 billion mistake could cost the South Carolina treasurer his job
For the first time in over two centuries as a U.S. state, South Carolina lawmakers are going to try to remove a statewide elected official from office.
Can SC bar Planned Parenthood from receiving Medicaid funding? U.S. Supreme Court will decide
Governor McMaster spoke in D.C. after the Supreme Court hearing on Wednesday, saying, "The right to life is the most precious of all. It is the object of every law passed in our country and our principles of why we are a country."
Disney water parks opening May 1st
For the first time since the Covid19 pandemic began Disney World will have both of its water parks open this Summer.
Egg prices are falling
Egg prices may be finally giving shoppers a break.
Norovirus infects 240 people on cruise
More than 240 people on board a luxury cruise ship have gotten sick with a highly contagious stomach bug called Norovirus.
Supreme Court appears divided over whether states can cut off Planned Parenthood funding
The Supreme Court appeared divided Wednesday over whether states should be able cut off Medicaid funding to Planned Parenthood, a case that comes amid a wider push from abortion opponents to defund the nation’s leading abortion provider.
State Forester's burning ban lifted for remaining 5 counties
The South Carolina Forestry Commission announced the State Forester's Burning Ban will be lifted for Greenville, Horry, Oconee, Pickens and Spartanburg counties at noon on Wednesday.
Senate rebukes Trump’s tariffs as some Republicans vote to halt taxes on Canadian imports
The Senate passed a resolution Wednesday night that would thwart President Donald Trump’s ability to impose tariffs on Canada, delivering a rare rebuke to the president just hours after he unveiled sweeping plans to clamp down on international trade.
Trump announces sweeping new tariffs to promote US manufacturing, risking inflation and trade wars
President Donald Trump declared on Wednesday a 10% baseline tax on imports from all countries and higher tariff rates on dozens of nations that run trade surpluses with the United States, threatening to upend much of the architecture of the global economy and trigger broader trade wars.
Study: Chick-Fil-A the fastest, most accurate fast food
If you’re looking for a meal in a hurry, new research shows the lines at Chick-Fil-A move the fastest.
Hooters files for bankruptcy
Hooters has filed for chapter 11 bankruptcy but the bar restaurant chain says it isn't planning to go anywhere.
