Bills pre-filed in State House
The upcoming session at the State House begins January 16, and lawmakers have pre-filed hundreds of bills.
Politics
Trump administration moves to cut off transgender care for children
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services on Thursday unveiled a series of regulatory actions designed to effectively ban gender-affirming care for minors, building on broader Trump administration restrictions on transgender Americans.
Trump signs executive order that could reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug
President Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday that could reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug and open new avenues for medical research, a major shift in federal drug policy that inches closer to what many states have done.
Trump gives a partisan prime-time address insisting the economy is stronger than many voters feel
President Donald Trump delivered a politically charged speech Wednesday carried live in prime time on network television, seeking to pin the blame for economic challenges on Democrats while announcing he is sending a $1,776 bonus check to U.S. troops for Christmas.
US says price increases eased last month but data may be distorted and Americans aren't feeling it
U.S. inflation slowed unexpectedly last month according to data that was delayed, and likely distorted, by the government shutdown.
US stocks jump after an encouraging inflation update, as Micron helps AI stocks stop their slide
U.S. stocks are jumping on Thursday following an encouraging report on inflation that could help the Federal Reserve keep cutting interest rates next year.
'Free-loading must end': Mace on bill requiring hospitals to document citizenship status
South Carolina Congresswoman Nancy Mace introduced a new bill Tuesday, which would require hospitals participating in Medicare to ask about the citizenship status of patients during the intake process.
SC AG files amicus brief regulating panhandling
Under current U.S. law, begging, and panhandling are protected by the First Amendment of the Constitution.
Utility bill rise fuels GOP tensions
A group of moderate Republicans have warned for months that their party’s plan to eliminate clean energy tax credits would contribute to utility bills skyrocketing.
4 GOP lawmakers agree to extend subsides
Four Republican lawmakers are now backing a Democratic effort to extend pandemic-era Obamacare subsidies.
SC AG launches investigation into Roblox
South Carolina's attorney general is opening an investigation into one of the most popular online games for kids.
Trump is previewing his 2026 agenda in an address to the nation as his popularity wanes
President Donald Trump intends to preview his agenda for next year and beyond in a live speech from the White House on Wednesday night. His remarks are coming at a crucial time as he tries to rebuild his steadily eroding popularity.
Trump expands travel ban, adding 5 more countries and imposing new limits on others
The Trump administration is expanding its travel ban to include five more countries and impose new limits on others.
The US gained 64,000 jobs in November but lost 105,000 in October; unemployment rate at 4.6%
The United States gained a decent 64,000 jobs in November but lost 105,000 in October as federal workers departed after cutbacks by the Trump administration, the government said in delayed reports.
State Rep. Johnson says he's running for governor to 'fix what’s broken' in South Carolina
State Rep. Jermaine Johnson, a Democrat running for governor in South Carolina, made his pitch to voters while appearing on "The Breakfast Club" Monday morning, saying that it is time for the Palmetto State to try something new.
National Politics
- Zohran Mamdani sworn in as New York City mayor at historic subway station Jan 1, 2026 1:43 PM ESTZohran Mamdani is the new mayor of New York City
- Appeals court says Medicaid funding cuts for Planned Parenthood can stand while lawsuit proceeds Dec 31, 2025 9:09 PM ESTA federal appeals court says the Trump administration can continue to withhold Medicaid funding from Planned Parenthood while legal challenges continue
- Zohran Mamdani is set to be sworn in as mayor as NYC rings in the New Year Dec 31, 2025 4:38 PM ESTZohran Mamdani will become mayor of New York City as the clock ticks over into 2026 — but the celebrations are set to last through New Year’s Day
- Trump administration says it's freezing child care funds to Minnesota after series of fraud schemes Dec 31, 2025 6:13 AM ESTThe Trump administration has announced that it is freezing child care funds to Minnesota after a series of fraud schemes in recent years
- Former US Sen. Ben Nighthorse Campbell, of Colorado, dies at 92 Dec 31, 2025 4:45 AM ESTFormer Colorado congressman and Sen. Ben Nighthorse Campbell has died
- Former Republican Sen. Jon Kyl of Arizona announces dementia diagnosis Dec 31, 2025 2:45 AM ESTFormer Republican U.S. Sen. Jon Kyl has announced his withdrawal from public life, citing a dementia diagnosis
- ICE doesn't plan to detain Kilmar Abrego Garcia again as long as judge's order banning it stands Dec 31, 2025 1:57 AM ESTImmigration officials do not plan to detain Kilmar Abrego Garcia again as long as a judge’s order banning it stands
- SNAP bans on soda, candy and other foods take effect in five states Jan. 1 Dec 30, 2025 9:20 PM ESTAmericans in five states who get government help paying for groceries will see new limits starting Thursday on soda, candy and other foods they can buy with those benefits
- Bijan Robinson, Falcons finishing strong with 3rd straight win after elimination from playoffs Dec 30, 2025 6:30 PM ESTMaybe the Atlanta Falcons just need to have more games in prime time
- Pittsburgh Steelers' playoff fate tied to DK Metcalf's two-game suspension and a Detroit Lions fan Dec 30, 2025 12:05 PM ESTThe Detroit Lions won't make the playoffs, but one of their fans has influenced the postseason picture
