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Jan 16 2025POLITICS

Legislators Share Plans with S. C. Businesses

In Columbia, business leaders from across South Carolina gathered to hear from state legislators about their plans for the upcoming session. The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce hosted this event, giving lawmakers a chance to share their goals and vision for the state. House Minority Leader Todd

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Jan 16 2025POLITICS

Caught Between Election Conspiracies and Political Standstill

In the heart of Seoul, temperatures aren't the only thing dipping this January. Political tensions are rising as thousands crowd the streets, waving flags and shouting support for the impeached South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol. At the core of this unrest is a growing belief among conservatives t

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Jan 16 2025POLITICS

Making NYC Affordable: 40 Fresh Ideas

New York City's affordability crisis is real, with many residents struggling to make ends meet. We gathered diverse perspectives, from experts to everyday New Yorkers, to brainstorm big and small ideas that could make the city more affordable. Here are some standout suggestions that could shape city

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Jan 16 2025POLITICS

Sean Duffy's Transportation Vision: Safety First, Tech in Mind

Sean Duffy, a former Congressman, is being considered for the role of Transportation Secretary by President-elect Trump. His main goal? Ensuring that America's roads and skies remain safe while embracing new technologies like drones and self-driving cars. Duffy wants to modernize the Department of T

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Jan 16 2025POLITICS

Men, Trump, and Podcasts: A Fresh Perspective

Lately, there's been a lot of talk about what it means to be a man in America. Some people think we've lost our way. The return of Donald Trump to the presidency might help change that, according to a group of 12 men we spoke to. They voted for Trump because they think he's a real "man's man" who un

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Jan 16 2025POLITICS

Pete Hegseth: Is He the Right Choice for Secretary of Defense?

Imagine this: the head of NATO says the West isn't ready for future challenges. Experts warn that we might face multiple wars at once, and China's military power is growing fast. Now, you'd think the Senate would ask tough questions about these issues during hearings for the next Secretary of Defens

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Jan 16 2025POLITICS

Inauguration Concerts Go Pop with Kid Rock, Billy Ray Cyrus, and More

Get ready for some music at the upcoming presidential inauguration! Carrie Underwood is set to perform "America the Beautiful" at the swearing-in ceremony on Monday. That's not all - Kid Rock, the Village People, Billy Ray Cyrus, and many other artists will be joining her throughout the weekend and

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Jan 16 2025POLITICS

Porn Site Age Verification: A Supreme Court Dilemma

Recently, the Supreme Court tackled a tough Texas law that needs people to prove their age before seeing porn online. Some justices weren't sure if blocking software could really keep kids safe. They also pondered if outdated laws still work in today's tech-powered world. Justice Sotomayor seemed to

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Jan 16 2025POLITICS

Republicans Say Minnesota House is Ready, Governor Disagrees

On Wednesday, the Minnesota State Capitol saw an unusual scene. Normally, the House and Senate send delegates to inform the governor that they're ready to work. This year, however, things were different. Four Republican representatives, Ben Bakeberg, Max Rymer, Jon Koznick, and Paul Anderson, went t

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Jan 16 2025POLITICS

Pam Bondi's Take on 2020 Election: A Clarified View

Attorney general nominee Pam Bondi had a tricky time answering a question from Senator Dick Durbin (D-Ill. ) about the 2020 election results. Durbin wanted to know if President Donald Trump had lost the election. Bondi acknowledged that President Joe Biden is now in office and that there was a peace

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