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South Carolina leaders react to ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ passage
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - South Carolina state and federal leaders are reacting after the House of Representatives passed President Donald Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill.” The bill was supported by Republicans as a way to cut taxes for the working...

Police: Window tint violation in SC leads to more serious charges for convicted felon
Traffic stop for window tint leads to drug, gun charges in South Carolina, police say WE HAVE A LOOK AT TODAY’S TOP NEWS STORIES, YOUR TRAFFIC AND WEATHER ALL BEFORE YOU HEAD OUT THE DOOR. WE START WITH THE DEADLY FLOODING IN CENTRAL TEXAS....
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[IN PICS] 2026 prospect McKenna Woliczko visits Dawn Staley's South Carolina amid Iowa, USC links
Dawn Staley and the South Carolina Gamecocks have completed their roster for the upcoming season. However, Staley has already moved on and has raised the stakes for next year as she is looking to secure top talent in the 2026 class. One of the...

South Carolina Aviation Association announces 2025 scholarship recipients
South Carolina Aviation Association (SCAA) has announced the recipients of its 2025 SCAA Scholarships Program, awarded to promising students pursuing careers in aviation. The Scholarships Program is supported through generous donations and...

Only 1,220 Days To Go: Potential 2028 Presidential Contenders Already Descending on Key Primary State of South Carolina
America just went through one of the longest presidential campaign seasons in modern political history and the man who emerged victorious is only six months into his term, but already a parade of potential 2028 contenders is making its way through...

Why is South Carolina so obsessed with fireworks? Let these firework vendors tell you.
"That's one of the things that drives up the cost of fireworks and firework displays. You’ll invest tens of thousands of dollars to shoot a public display, and you only get to use that equipment on time of year," Munnerlyn said. He's got over 100...

Ghost factories are a warning sign for US green manufacturing’s future
WASHINGTON – The vast tract of land off Route 85 was meant to be a symbol of Made-in-America manufacturing. A billion-dollar battery factory was going to rise, bringing thousands of new jobs. The business announced, “Get Ready Arizona,” the...
Shrimpers sue 25 South Carolina restaurants over alleged 'shrimp fraud'
A nonprofit organization in South Carolina is suing over two dozen local restaurants over "false and misleading representations" regarding the origins of the shrimp they serve. The South Carolina Shrimpers Association filed a federal lawsuit in...

Turkey bacon recall spans U.S. after South Carolina plant flags potential listeria
Kraft Heinz recalled over 367,000 pounds of turkey bacon from its Newberry, South Carolina, plant after testing for listeria. No illnesses reported yet. NEWBERRY, S.C. — More than 300,000 pounds of meat produced at a South Carolina facility have...

Flies in kitchen, cream cheese found in glove reported in Greenville June food inspections
Two Greenville County restaurants received "C" grades on their initial June health inspections due to violations. Shortfields in Simpsonville and Cositas Ricas, LLC in Greenville had violations for issues such as unsanitary conditions and improper...

Lawsuit accuses 25 South Carolina restaurants of 'shrimp fraud'
A nonprofit organization in South Carolina is suing over two dozen local restaurants over "false and misleading representations" regarding the origins of the shrimp they serve. The South Carolina Shrimpers Association filed a federal lawsuit in...

How the 'Big Beautiful Bill' will impact North and South Carolina
Republicans say this is a huge step towards limiting waste, fraud and abuse, while Democrats warn of potential harm to public services. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The Trump Administration's 'Big Beautiful Bill' is heading to President Donald Trump's desk,...

A look at SC lighthouses we continue to love — along with some lost to time and other thieves
South Carolina won't win the prize for having the most lighthouses. That would be Michigan, with 140. Maine has 80. The numbers vary a bit by source, but not enough to change the undisputed leaders. North Carolina's Cape Hatteras Lighthouse is the...

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on E15 gas in cities in Horry County in week ending June 28?
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Chairman Willie L. Phillips | www.ferc.govFederal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Chairman Willie L. Phillips | www.ferc.gov There was a single gas station in cities across Horry County selling E15...

Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Orangeburg County in week ending June 28
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Mark C. Christie | www.ferc.govFederal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Mark C. Christie | www.ferc.gov There was a single gas station in cities across Orangeburg County...

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Kershaw County in week ending June 28?
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Chairman Willie L. Phillips | www.ferc.govFederal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Chairman Willie L. Phillips | www.ferc.gov There were two gas stations in cities across Kershaw County selling...

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Hampton County in week ending June 28?
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Chairman Willie L. Phillips | www.ferc.govFederal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Chairman Willie L. Phillips | www.ferc.gov There was a single gas station in cities across Hampton County selling...

South Carolina Public Service Commission schedules hearing in Dominion Energy South Carolina, Inc. annual review docket
The Public Service Commission of South Carolina has scheduled a hearing in Docket No. 2025-5-G for 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, November 4th, 2025. This Docket pertains to Dominion Energy South Carolina, Inc.’s annual review of purchased gas adjustments...
‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ Signed into Law on July 4
This story by Ariana Figueroa and Jane Norman appeared on Colorado Newsline on July 4, 2025. President Donald Trump signed into law Friday evening his massive spending cut and tax break package to fulfill his domestic policy agenda on immigration...

Ghost factories are a warning sign for green manufacturing's future
(Bloomberg) — The vast tract of land off Route 85 was meant to be a symbol of Made-in-America manufacturing. A billion-dollar battery factory was going to rise, bringing thousands of new jobs. The business announced, “Get Ready Arizona,” the...