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The former South Carolina governor and U.S. ambassador to the United Nations ran for president in 2024 but said she won't seek election to the office in 2028.
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South Carolina News
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A short-line is set to restart this spring. The line, which runs through Hampton and Colleton counties, has been largely silent since 2012 following the closure of the Canady's Station power plant. -
Three months after parts of South Carolina were disrupted by high levels of wintry participation, the Federal Emergency Management Agency approved a disaster declaration for the state. -
Colorado State University may be landlocked, but its seasonal hurricane forecast is closely watched in South Carolina, where storms like Hugo, Ian, and Idalia show how vulnerable the coast remains. -
The state Department of Insurance is now accepting applications for the program which assists coastal residents with home safety upgrades to protect during hurricanes and strong winds. -
La Niña officially emerged in September 2025 and lasted until April. Neutral conditions are present, but a El Niño is expected to emerge later in 2026. -
Babies too young to be vaccinated are among the most vulnerable in measles outbreaks like the one in South Carolina, which is the largest the U.S. has seen in decades. While the state's outbreak has slowed, the virus continues to spread in many states jeopardizing the nation's elimination status.
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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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Mary Whyte/Courtesty of the ArtistThis week we will be talking with South Carolina watercolor artist Mary Whyte.A traditionalist preferring a representational style, and the author of seven published books, Mary has earned awards for her large-scale watercolors. Today we’ll look back on Mary’s career and talk with her about her new book, An Artist's Life: Unlocking Creative Expression. -
SCETVWe 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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Latest Episodes of the SC Lede
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SC Public RadioOn this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 14, 2026: we look at the Senate Finance Committee’s version for the budget and hear from the state’s chief economist on how healthy revenues are; we hear from SCDOT Secretary Justin Powell on a major groundbreaking for the I-95 bridge over Lake Marion; Sen. Lindsey Graham has one fewer challengers; and more! -
SCETV/SCETVOn this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 11, 2026: we continue our look at energy in South Carolina, specifically the future of nuclear, the demand of data centers, and what elected officials are trying to do to regulate them.
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Provided/MUSCThis week, Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Thomas Curran about the increase in colon cancer in younger adults and options for screening. -
Provided/MUSCThis week, Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Michelle Woodbury about stroke telerehabilitation research underway in SC.
Nation and World
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Spring arrives with longer days, warmer weather, and something schools know well: spring fever. Students get restless and teachers can feel like they’re sprinting to the finish. -
Planning a college visit over spring break? Experts recommend registering early, arriving on time, and wearing comfortable shoes.
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This week, we’re donning our super suits and flying into the world of DC Comics, from blockbuster movies to classic comic books. -
This week, we’re walking the runway and exploring the history of fashion. From fashion fads to the origin stories of famous brands, we'll putting your style knowledge to the test.
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More Headlines
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A look at the pros and cons of money market funds, one of the safest places to stash your cash. -
Paul Dans has ended his Republican primary challenge against Sen. Lindsey Graham. He withdrew on Friday, the last day to remove his name from the ballot before the June 9 primary. -
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. -
New evidence finds that sight and imagination rely on the same neurons and use the same neural code. -
Local TV giant Nexstar's $6.2 billion deal to acquire rival Tegna won speedy approval from Trump administration regulators. But it faces a tough challenge from a pair of antitrust lawsuits. -
Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act is responsible for a huge share of intel collected by the U.S. Lawmakers and civil liberties advocates are worried it enables warrantless spying on U.S. citizens. -
Reps. Eric Swalwell and Tony Gonzales are stepping down amid misconduct allegations, the U.S. and Iran are both blocking oil exports, Trump deletes controversial post amid row with pope.
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NPR speaks with Father James Martin, a Jesuit priest and author, about how Catholics are reacting to President Trump's recent criticism of Pope Leo.
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An inquiry found that a mass killing by a British teenager in 2024 at a Taylor Swift-themed dance class could have been prevented if his parents and state agencies had acted on his violence fixation. -
Forecasters expect tropical cyclone activity could resemble seasons in 2006, 2009, 2015 and 2023. El Nino plays a prominent role in each of the seasons.
