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S.C. lawmakers finally debate electing judges, but big changes not expected
COLUMBIA (AP) - After months of just talking among themselves, lawmakers in South Carolina are finally debating making changes in how the General Assembly chooses judges. Senators on Thursday took up a bill altering the procedure for picking who … more
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South Carolina's push to be next-to-last state with hate crimes law stalls again
COLUMBIA - Supporters who want to make South Carolina the next-to-last U.S. state to pass a hate crimes law increasing penalties for some crimes fueled by race, gender or sexual orientation are running out of time to get what could be a decisive … more
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South Carolina's push to be next-to-last state with hate crimes law stalls again
COLUMBIA (AP) — Supporters who want to make South Carolina the next-to-last U.S. state to pass a hate crimes law increasing penalties for some crimes fueled by race, gender or sexual … more
FBI Columbia accepting applications for Teen Academy through March 19
The FBI Columbia Field Office is accepting applications for the annual Teen Academy this summer.This year's academy will be held June 26-27 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the FBI Columbia headquarters, 222 Caughman Farm Lane, Lexington, SC, 29072.The Teen … more
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Here's how Trump won in South Carolina - and what it could mean for his chances in November
WASHINGTON - Donald Trump won over South Carolina Republicans as the candidate who voters believe can win in November, keep the country safe and will stand up and fight for them as president. Trump cruised to victory in the South Carolina primary … more
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Off to Michigan, Haley is staying in the race despite loss
TROY, Mich. - Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley says it's not "the end of our story" despite Donald Trump's easy primary victory in South Carolina, her home state where the onetime governor had long suggested her competitiveness with the … more
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Why AP called South Carolina for Trump: Race call explained
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Associated Press declared Donald Trump the winner of the South Carolina primary as soon as polls closed. The race call was based on a comprehensive survey of South … more
What to watch as Haley tries to upset Trump in her home state
COLUMBIA - Nikki Haley's best-case scenario for her home state's Republican primary might be to do well enough to make the March 5 Super Tuesday slate somewhat competitive against Donald Trump. An upset in South Carolina, though, is a longshot in … more
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S.C. DHEC helps raise awareness about teen dating violence
COLUMBIA - February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, and the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is joining the cause in raising awareness about the difference between healthy relationships and teen dating … more
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Nikki Haley vows to keep fighting Donald Trump
GREENVILLE - There are no wins on the horizon for Nikki Haley. Those close to the former United Nations ambassador, the last major Republican candidate standing in Donald Trump's path to the GOP's 2024 presidential nomination, are privately … more
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Haley is sharpening contrasts with Trump
COLUMBIA - Nikki Haley is using the closing days of her South Carolina Republican primary matchup with Donald Trump to hone her argument that she is the lone remaining candidate who can unite Americans, despite the former president's electoral wins … more
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Trump VP contender Tim Scott doesn't want to talk about vice president's role in certifying election
REHOBOTH BEACH, Del. (AP) — Sen. Tim Scott, a potential running mate if Donald Trump becomes the Republican presidential nominee, is treading carefully on questions about whether he would have … more
Medical marijuana again makes its way to the South Carolina House
COLUMBIA (AP) — The South Carolina Senate again on Wednesday passed a bill allowing people to use marijuana and related products for medical needs. Just like in 2022, Republican Tom Davis' bill … more
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South Carolina House approves Sunday liquor sales, potentially lifting another religious restriction
COLUMBIA  (AP) — The South Carolina House has given key approval to a bill allowing liquor stores to stay open on Sundays for a few hours if their local governments allow it. Supporters … more
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Haley visits hometown of Bamberg ahead of S.C.'s GOP primary
BAMBERG - Nikki Haley made a campaign stop Tuesday in her hometown of Bamberg, a reliably Democratic rural town that she has described as instrumental to the values that guide her presidential bid, as well as a place where she and her family … more
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Open gun carry proposal in South Carolina on the ropes as conservatives fight among themselves
COLUMBIA (AP) — A proposal to allow any legal gun owner to openly carry their weapon in public without training is struggling to pass through South Carolina's General Assembly as Republicans … more
SCDSS launches program to provide supplemental income to child care educators, staff
Eligible child care professionals may benefit from newly launched SC BOO$T, a pilot program of the South Carolina Department of Social Services. The program provides bonuses directly to qualified individuals employed in child care … more
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Haley challenges Trump on her home turf in South Carolina as the Republican primary looms
CONWAY (AP) — With two weeks to go before the South Carolina Republican primary, Nikki Haley is challenging Donald Trump on her home turf while the former president is turning to his familiar … more
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