In a recent move, the Supreme Court allowed a transgender ninth-grader in South Carolina to keep using the boys' bathroom at his school. This decision came after the court rejected a request from state officials to pause a lower court's ruling that had temporarily blocked a state policy restricting transgender students' restroom access. The policy in question ties s...
In South Carolina, all eyes are on Rep. Nancy Mace. The big question is: Will she jump into the race for governor? The answer might come soon, but it's not clear yet. Mace, who won her last election with strong support from Trump fans, is thinking about leaving her seat in Congress to run for governor. She might announce her decision at a big event at the Citadel, a ...
Mary McLeod Bethune, a trailblazer in education and civil rights, was celebrated in her hometown of Mayesville, South Carolina, on what would have been her 150th birthday. This event highlighted her enduring impact on American society. Born in the Midlands, Bethune's journey began with a strong commitment to education. She founded the Daytona Literary and Industrial...
South Carolina is one of only two states in the U. S. without a hate crime law. This is a big problem. But some counties are not waiting for the state to act. They are taking action themselves. Richland County made history last month. It became the first county in South Carolina to pass a hate crime ordinance. This new law adds extra charges for "hate intimidation. "...
South Carolina saw a brief encounter with Tropical Depression Chantal on Sunday. The storm, which had been a tropical storm, weakened as it moved inland. It brought some wind and rain but did not cause significant issues. Chantal made landfall near Litchfield Beach early Sunday morning. By midday, it had already moved into North Carolina. The storm's winds were arou...
Tropical Storm Chantal is making its way north, causing quite a stir along the southeastern U. S. coast. This storm, the third named one of the Atlantic season, is moving at a snail's pace, just 3 mph, with winds reaching up to 45 mph. It's currently about 105 miles southeast of Charleston, South Carolina, and it's not in a hurry to leave. Chantal is expected to bri...
A tropical storm named Chantal has formed near the South Carolina coast, causing concern for residents and beachgoers. This storm, with winds reaching 40 mph, is moving slowly northward and is expected to strengthen before making landfall. The National Hurricane Center is monitoring its progress closely. The main issue with this storm is the heavy rainfall it will b...
The National Weather Service has issued a stern warning. A severe thunderstorm warning has been extended for Orangeburg County and parts of two other counties. This warning, initially set to end at 10 p. m. , is now active until 10:45 p. m. It covers Orangeburg, southern Calhoun, and southwestern Clarendon Counties. The warning was triggered by a line of storms spot...
Let's start with the basics. Strong storms are on the way. This isn't a drill. It's a First Alert Weather Day. The weather is not playing nice today. It's going to be a rough afternoon and evening. This is not a surprise. The weather has been acting up for a while now. It's been a wild ride, and it's not over yet. Another round of storms is coming. This isn't...
A quiet Sunday night in Little River, South Carolina, turned chaotic when a shooting sent at least 11 people to the hospital. The exact details of the incident remain unclear, but it has raised questions about public safety and the handling of such events. The Horry County Police did not provide updates on the conditions of those injured, leaving many concerned about...