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Historic Execution by Firing Squad in South CarolinaHistoric Execution by Firing Squad in South Carolina

Historic Execution by Firing Squad in South Carolina

News Summary Columbia, South Carolina witnessed its first execution by firing squad in 15 years on Friday, marking a significant…

2 days ago
South Carolina Senate Defeats Tort Reform Bill, Sparks ControversySouth Carolina Senate Defeats Tort Reform Bill, Sparks Controversy

South Carolina Senate Defeats Tort Reform Bill, Sparks Controversy

News Summary The South Carolina Senate has stirred controversy following the defeat of a significant tort reform bill proposed by…

3 days ago
Irmo Man Faces Charges for Threatening President TrumpIrmo Man Faces Charges for Threatening President Trump

Irmo Man Faces Charges for Threatening President Trump

News Summary A 47-year-old man from Irmo, South Carolina, is charged with making threats against President Donald Trump. Travis Keith…

4 days ago
Leadership Change in Columbia’s U.S. Attorney’s OfficeLeadership Change in Columbia’s U.S. Attorney’s Office

Leadership Change in Columbia’s U.S. Attorney’s Office

News Summary Columbia, South Carolina experiences a leadership shift as Adair F. Boroughs is removed from her position as U.S.…

4 days ago
South Carolina Senate Rejects Tort Reform Bill S.244South Carolina Senate Rejects Tort Reform Bill S.244

South Carolina Senate Rejects Tort Reform Bill S.244

News Summary On March 6, 2025, the South Carolina State Senate voted against the S.244 Tort Reform Bill, a significant…

4 days ago
Setback for Tort Reform in South Carolina SenateSetback for Tort Reform in South Carolina Senate

Setback for Tort Reform in South Carolina Senate

News Summary The South Carolina Senate voted against a critical lawsuit reform bill aimed at alleviating the soaring insurance costs…

6 days ago
Adair F. Boroughs Terminated as U.S. Attorney in South CarolinaAdair F. Boroughs Terminated as U.S. Attorney in South Carolina

Adair F. Boroughs Terminated as U.S. Attorney in South Carolina

News Summary Adair F. Boroughs has been unexpectedly fired from her position as U.S. Attorney in South Carolina by the…

1 week ago
Thomas Ravenel Withdraws from South Carolina Gubernatorial RaceThomas Ravenel Withdraws from South Carolina Gubernatorial Race

Thomas Ravenel Withdraws from South Carolina Gubernatorial Race

News Summary Thomas Ravenel, former South Carolina treasurer and reality TV star, has decided not to pursue his governorship ambitions…

1 week ago
Columbia’s State Auditor Resignation Raises Financial ConcernsColumbia’s State Auditor Resignation Raises Financial Concerns

Columbia’s State Auditor Resignation Raises Financial Concerns

News Summary George Kennedy, South Carolina's State Auditor, resigned after a shocking $1.8 billion accounting error came to light. The…

1 week ago
South Carolina Lawmakers Address Liquor Liability Insurance CrisisSouth Carolina Lawmakers Address Liquor Liability Insurance Crisis

South Carolina Lawmakers Address Liquor Liability Insurance Crisis

News Summary South Carolina lawmakers are seeking to reform liquor liability laws due to soaring insurance rates that threaten local…

1 week ago