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Casino gambling bill recommitted at State house
A proposal which would've paved the way for legalizing casinos in South Carolina has been stopped in its tracks.
Senate Democrats block funding bills amid DHS funding spat, partial government shutdown threat
Senate Democrats on Thursday voted unanimously to block a package of six funding bills that would fund large portions of the government through the end of September -- meaning a partial government shutdown could still happen in the coming days.
SC Winter Weather Preps: Heating Safety tips
South Carolina will see temperatures in the teens this week and possible snow. Crysty Vaughan shares tips from experts on heating safety.
US Census Bureau names South Carolina nation's fastest-growing state
South Carolina's population growth between July 2024 and July 2025 saw the Palmetto State grow at a percentage increase higher than any other state in the nation, according to new data from the US Census Bureau.
South Carolina ranks tenth in the nation in Ozempic spending, new study claims
South Carolina ranks tenth in the nation for largest share of annual income spent on GLP-1s like Ozempic, according to a new study.
SC's 'Mothers and Preborns Act' looks to change legal definition of fetus, issue brochures
On Wednesday, the Senate Medical Affairs Subcommittee voted to advance Senate Bill 717, also called the ‘Mothers and Preborns Act.’
Advocates call on South Carolina to be heart smart
Advocates, medical professionals, and educators are calling on South Carolina to be heart smart.
RCSD needs help identifying person accused of shoplifting at Kroger
Richland County deputies are asking for help identifying a person accused of shoplifting at a grocery store, say deputies.
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