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Oct 23 2025BUSINESS

Nighttime Changes on King Street: A Look at Charleston's Youth Curfew

Charleston's downtown area, especially King Street, has seen some changes lately. A new rule is in place. It stops kids under 17 from hanging out late at night. This rule, or curfew, started in June. It runs from 9 p. m. to 6 a. m. in the Central Business District. Business owners on King Street ar

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Apr 12 2025ENVIRONMENT

Charleston's Green Path to a Better Future

Charleston is making big moves to protect its environment and improve life for its people. The city has kicked off a project called The Just Corridor. This is a big deal because it is the first of its kind in the Southeast. The project is named after Ernest Everett Just, a famous A

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Mar 26 2025EDUCATION

Uncertainty Looms as Key Role Vanishes in Charleston Schools

Charleston County School District is facing a storm of uncertainty. The district has decided to remove a key leadership position. This move has sparked a wave of frustration and disappointment among community members. The decision comes as federal pressure mounts over changes in public education.

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Feb 26 2025POLITICS

How Local News Talks About the Police

Police actions against Black citizens have sparked heated discussions across the U. S. over the past decade. These debates often center around the role of police in society. Many believe that news outlets have become more critical of the police. However, a recent study challenges this idea. Researc

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Oct 23 2024CRIME

Arizona Office Shooting Suspect Arrested After Months of Targeted Attacks

Police in Arizona have finally caught a man who's been terrorizing a political office for weeks. The 60-year-old suspect, Jeffrey Michael Kelly, was arrested for shooting at the Democratic National Committee (DNC) office in Tempe multiple times. He's also accused of hanging suspicious bags with razo

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Oct 22 2024BUSINESS

Charleston's Citadel Mall: A Makeover on the Horizon

Charleston's Citadel Mall is set for a major transformation. The city's Design Review Board recently approved a 75-page document outlining design elements for the mall's future development. This isn't just a simple renovation; it's a complete overhaul that aims to blend indoor and outdoor spaces, cr

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Oct 15 2024CRIME

Chemical Smuggling Bust: Spain Stops Russia-Bound Shipment

Police in Spain have uncovered a major smuggling operation, seizing 13 tons of banned chemicals. These chemicals, which could be used to make chemical weapons, were headed to Russia. The operation took place despite the sanctions put in place due to Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Four suspected crimi

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Oct 07 2024CRIME

Swansea Car Dealer Arrested After Victims Report Fraud

Police in Swansea have arrested a used car dealer after dozens of people claimed they were scammed. The owner of Bristol County Auto Exchange, Edward Cicciu, is accused of selling cars without proper titles and keeping the money. Since May, about 35 victims have come forward saying they bought cars

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