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Prosecutors say Republican South Carolina lawmaker used ‘joebidennnn69' to send child sex material

Crime · Columbia

Prosecutors say Republican South Carolina lawmaker used ‘joebidennnn69' to send child sex material

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SC Senator Attempts to Stop State Lawmaker Pay Increase

Wages · Columbia

SC Senator Attempts to Stop State Lawmaker Pay Increase

54% Center coverage: 15 sources

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WSPA) - A legal battle is underway over state lawmakers giving themselves more money. One senator said the way it was done is unconstitutional, but the lawmaker who pushed for the increase disagrees.In the state’s new budget, lawmakers voted to more than double their in-district compensation, increasing it from around $1,000 a month to $2,500 a month. The move was led by Republican Senator Matt Leber (R - Charleston), who said it…See the Story

Columbia, SC Police Officer Stabbed During Crime Spree: Cops

Columbia, South Carolina · Columbia

Columbia, SC Police Officer Stabbed During Crime Spree: Cops

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Columbia Police have arrested a suspect who they say committed several crimes in one night, including stabbing one of their officers.See the Story

South Carolina lawmakers target insurance fraud as fake crashes and claims surge

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COLUMBIA, S.C. (WSPA) - Insurance fraud is happening every day across South Carolina. State law enforcement and insurance companies have noticed that criminals are now staging fake medical claims and phony car crashes. Organized fraud rings are faking car accidents by deliberately crashing into innocent drivers and filing false injury claims. "We're looking for people who are trying to enrich themselves unjustly by giving false information," sai…Columbia, South Carolina · Columbia See the Story

Consumer Sentiment Rebounds for First Time in Six Months as Tariff Shock Eases

Consumers grew considerably more upbeat in the early part of June as they became less anxious about inflation and the potential impact of tariffs.Columbia, South Carolina · Columbia See the Story

Orangeburg County faces $1.6M budget shortfall amid funding uncertainties

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Orangeburg County tackles $1.6M budget gap due to uncertain federal and state funding, focusing on essential services amid concerns of a busy hurricane season.Columbia, South Carolina · Columbia Read Article

Forest Park PD: Missing Woman with Dementia Found Safe

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A 67-year-old woman with dementia who walked away from her home on Friday has been found safe, according to the Forest Park Police Department.The police department posted on social media Saturday that the woman was found alive and safe.The department said the 67-year-old woman who was missing suffered from dementia.She left her home at around 3:00 p.m. on Friday.Dementia · Forest Park See the Story

Palmetto Boys State, Palmetto Girls State students celebrate 2025 class - ABC Columbia

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)– On Friday, June 13, at the State House hundreds of students from the Palmetto Boys State and Palmetto Girls State programs celebrated this year’s class. Organizers say the programs are a unique way for young men and women to learn about the American system of government and politics by participating in a mock governmental system. Boys State was started by the American Legion in Illinois in 1935. Palmetto Boys State got its…Columbia, South Carolina · Columbia Read Article

Three Charged in Major Dog-Fighting Investigation in Richland County

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In total, 23 dogs, including six puppies, were seized from two separate homesColumbia, South Carolina · Columbia See the Story

Fairfield County selects Alvin Pressley as new school superintendent

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Alvin Pressley currently serves as superintendent of the School District of Newberry County. He will officially begin his new role on July 1, 2025.Columbia, South Carolina · Columbia Read Article

South Carolina Will Host Virginia Tech in 2025 ACC/SEC Challenge - ABC Columbia

BRISTOL, Conn. – ESPN announced the matchups for the 2025 edition of the ACC/SEC Challenge on Thursday. South Carolina will host Virginia Tech at Colonial Life Arena on Tuesday, Dec. 2. Tip times and TV network assignments will be designated at a later date. The challenge started in 2023 and the Gamecocks are 2-0 with wins at home over Notre Dame in 2023 and at Boston College last season. The SEC went 14-2 in games last season and the two power …Columbia, South Carolina · Columbia Read Article

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