USC, Lexington School District One invited to Capitol Hill
In tonight's ABC's of Education, we're highlighting how some area students are blazing a trail in S.T.E.M. fields.
Politics
Carolina Squat bill passes House and Senate
Other states like North Carolina and Virginia have banned the Carolina Squat, saying it makes it too difficult for the driver to see over the truck's dashboard.
Bill protecting identity of companies who supply lethal injection drugs passes SC Senate
A bill that protects the identities of pharmaceutical companies who supply drug used for capital punishment has now passed.
Abortion laws may determine college decisions from students
High school students recently took to the State House to make decisions of the next stage of their lives whether that's college or trade school. However, their motivations may not be entirely financial when weighing…
Tim Scott sets May 22 announcement for 2024 presidential bid
Sen. Tim Scott of South Carolina is nearly ready to reveal his decision on entering the race for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination, saying Sunday that he would make an announcement on May 22.
Abortion ban bill fails in state Senate
The State Senate failed to pass a bill that would have banned abortion in the state.
Nikki Haley weighs in on Bud Light controversy
Former Governor Nikki Haley is weighing in on the controversy surrounding Bud Light and its recognition of transgender actress and influencer Dylan Mulvaney.
Tim Scott says he will make presidential race decision by end of May
Senator Tim Scott is getting closer to making a decision on whether or not he will officially enter the presidential race.
Nikki Haley calls for consensus on abortion
Speaking in Virginia this morning, Nikki Haley discussed her thoughts on abortion and what course of action she would pursue if elected president.
President Biden announces re-election campaign
President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris announced they will run for a second term at the White House today.
Youngest intruder at the White House
A curious toddler earned the title of one of the tiniest white house intruders Tuesday afternoon.
SC Senate passes 'Catch & Release' reform bill
The South Carolina Senate has voted unanimously passing H.B. 3532, a bond reform bill to make it harder for violent criminals to get out of jail.
Sen. Tim Scott launches 2024 Presidential Exploratory Committee; DNC responds
U.S. Senator Tim Scott has launched a 2024 presidential exploratory committee; SC DNC Chair Jaime Harrison responds.
DeSantis to make 1st public appearance in South Carolina
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is set to make his first public appearance in South Carolina, a state where votes will be critical if he launches an expected 2024 presidential bid.
Poll: 1/3 in favor of Biden re-election
Just one-third of Americans say President Joe Biden deserves to be re-elected.
National Politics
- South Carolina lawmakers haven't been paid after one of their own sued over raise Sep 20, 2025 6:55 AM EDTSouth Carolina legislators are not getting paid for the rest of the year over a lawsuit about a recent pay raise
- Bills running back James Cook is already validating his new contract 3 weeks into the season Sep 19, 2025 9:58 PM EDTBuffalo Bills running back James Cook might be due for another raise
- Despite another loss, Dolphins showed fight against the Bills, which could help avoid further spiral Sep 19, 2025 7:58 PM EDTDolphins receiver Jaylen Waddle opened the celebrations by hauling in a touchdown pass from Tua Tagovailoa and breaking out his signature penguin waddle
- More than 400 arrests made in Chicago area operation so far, top immigration official says Sep 19, 2025 7:42 PM EDTImmigration and Customs Enforcement officials have arrested over 400 people in the Chicago area as part of an operation that began less than two weeks ago
- Under pressure to police comments on Kirk, colleges walk a tightrope on free speech Sep 19, 2025 5:09 AM EDTColleges around the country are under intense pressure to police insensitive comments about the assassination of Charlie Kirk, which leaves them with no easy choices
- Political parties trade blame for potential shutdown Sep 19, 2025 4:54 AM EDTRepublicans and Democratic lawmakers show no signs of budging as the House takes up a bill to avert a partial government shutdown in less than two weeks
- Elected officials among dozens of protesters arrested at a Manhattan immigration holding facility Sep 19, 2025 2:14 AM EDTMore than a dozen elected officials have been arrested while protesting conditions at a New York City immigration holding facility where a federal judge extended a court order requiring the government to shape up its treatment of detainees
- Senate confirms 48 of Trump's nominees at once after changing the chamber's rules Sep 18, 2025 9:26 PM EDTThe Senate has confirmed 48 of President Donald Trump’s nominees
- White House scraps water expert's nomination as states hash out Colorado River plan Sep 18, 2025 8:54 PM EDTA veteran water expert from Arizona says his nomination has been pulled to lead the federal agency overseeing water management in the western U.S. Ted Cooke tells The Associated Press that he was preparing for a confirmation hearing but his name was re...
- Charlie Kirk's Turning Point taps his widow as its next leader. Questions about its future remain Sep 18, 2025 5:26 PM EDTTurning Point USA, the organization Charlie Kirk founded to mobilize young conservatives, has seen a massive surge in interest and support since the activist’s assassination last week
