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Fire weather alerts have been issued for South Carolina and the Southeast as strong winds, low humidity and dry conditions produce critical fire weather conditions through the weekend.
South Carolina News
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The State Forester's Burning Ban will go into effect at 4 p.m., restricting all outdoor burning.
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Statehouse reporters Gavin Jackson and Maayan Schechter are back at the Capitol reporting what you need to know when lawmakers are in Columbia. They'll post news, important schedules, photos/videos and behind-the-scenes interviews with policymakers.
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Employment numbers are on the rise in some of the largest counties as South Carolina is named the fastest growing state in the nation.
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The South Carolina Department of Revenue has extended the tax filing deadline to Oct. 15. Taxpayers must still pay at least 90% of the amount owed by April 15 to avoid penalties.
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Sheria Clarke was nominated by President Trump to serve as a federal district judge for South Carolina.
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Statehouse reporters Gavin Jackson and Maayan Schechter are back at the Capitol reporting what you need to know when lawmakers are in Columbia. They'll post news, important schedules, photos/videos and behind-the-scenes interviews with policymakers.
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South Carolina Public Radio News Updates
The State House Gavel shares updates about the South Carolina General Assembly, including legislative actions, debates and discussions. Featuring news and interviews, so you have access to the latest developments in policy and decisions that shape South Carolina’s future.
Latest episodes of Walter Edgar's Journal
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We had so much fun last time out, exploring topics featured in “South Carolina from A to Z,” that we decided to do it again!South Carolina from A to Z is our sister podcast – also broadcast each weekday on South Carolina Public Radio – that brings you “bite-sized," one-minute topics from the South Carolina Encyclopedia.This episode we have selected five new topics to explore
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This week our we are bringing you another episode in our occasional series which explores “South Carolina from A to Z” in depth.South Carolina from A to Z is our sister podcast – also broadcast each weekday on South Carolina Public Radio – that brings you “bite-sized," one-minute topics from the South Carolina Encyclopedia.This episode we have selected five of those topics to explore.
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Latest Episodes of the SC Lede
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On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 28, 2026: we look at two other candidates who have jumped in the governor’s race, including a Democrat; the first SCGOP governor’s debate is next week—but not everyone will be on stage; we look at some of the major legislative moves this week, including the so-called Bathroom Bill that is now on its way to the Governor’s desk; and more!
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On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 204, 2026, we look at the legislative week ahead with the House back in along with the Senate and more.
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This week, Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Christina Mingora about the impact of recent advances in treating cystic fibrosis.
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This week, Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Amanda Overstreet about managing anxiety, specifically in the older adult years.
Nation and World
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This spring, high school students across the country are gearing up for the SAT. Resources are available, whatever the budget, from free online practices to private tutors and structured prep courses.
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Parents and teachers are all too familiar with the struggle of trying to spark meaningful conversations with kids.
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We're traveling back a century to the roaring 1920s this week. Join us for games about prohibition, flappers, jazz, and much more. We’ll also chat with a local educator about the lasting impact the decade had on popular literature.
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As movie lovers tune in this week to see which films win big at the Academy Awards, this hour we’re diving into the history of the Oscars with some silver screen trivia.
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From lesson plans to teacher recertification, see the latest from SCETV's Education team.
More Headlines
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Organizers behind No Kings, a network of progressive groups, says protesters will stage demonstrations across the country and abroad to speak out against the Trump administration's actions.
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State lawmakers have been stepping in to regulate artificial intelligence, clashing with the federal government's inaction as concerns about oversight and safety grow.
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An official who was briefed on the investigation said Alexander Heifler, 26, identified as a member of the JDL 613 Brotherhood, which describes its membership as "Jewish warriors" fighting back against rising antisemitism.
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The Justice Department has sought voter data from states. It now says it plans to share that data with the Department of Homeland Security, to run it through a controversial citizenship check tool.
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Woods was arrested on suspicion of DUI after he struck another vehicle and rolled his Land Rover, not far from where he lives on Jupiter Island, Florida. The sheriff's office said he was not injured.
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Aura V is the youngest-ever individually named Grammy winner. But the 8-year-old still struggles with division and would appreciate extra time on the playground at recess.
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Four Army officers were on track to become one-star generals, NPR confirms. Defense secretary Pete Hegseth's involvement in the promotion process is highly unusual.
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Juries in two big cases have affirmed what research is finding: The design of social media platforms is particularly compelling and hard to resist for kids. There are growing calls to change it.
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It's like the "Schrödinger's cat" thought experiment. There are two very different potential realities, and traders don't yet know which one is true.
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Israel has been fighting with Iranian-backed Hezbollah militants there for years. But in recent weeks, tensions have escalated.