South Carolina News
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A S.C. House panel started its investigation into a complaint made against a legislator. Last month, the chamber's majority leader filed a complaint, calling for suspended Rep. RJ May's expulsion. -
LAMAR, S.C. (AP) — A deputy in South Carolina has been killed in an ambush while attempting to arrest a suspect. Authorities say Darlington County deputy Devin Mason and another officer were attacked inside a home near Lamar around 1:30 a.m. Tuesday. Mason died, and the second officer is hospitalized in stable condition. The suspect, 25-year-old Cameron Ray Dennett, was also killed. Authorities say Dennett faced forgery, criminal conspiracy and computer crime charges and was barred from owning a gun. A 28-year-old woman facing similar charges was arrested unharmed. Mason graduated from the state criminal justice academy in March. -
A handful of new South Carolina laws that include changes to blue crab regulations and the panel that vets and elects most judges in the state went into effect July 1, 2025. -
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The attorneys general of North and South Carolina and federal agents and prosecutors say the behavioral health information of several children with disabilities was used to bilk millions of dollars from Medicaid. -
Data from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York shows the worst unemployment rates for recent college graduates in years. Experts say this is out of the ordinary. -
Tropical Depression Two forms, and it is forecast to become Tropical Storm Barry on Sunday. Unsettled weather continues across South Carolina. -
As the country marks 10 years since we lost the Emanuel Nine, SCETV invites you to share reflections and memories through our "Voices Collected" project, either online or in person.
Click here to learn more about recording sessions happening in June. You can also email us at voices@scetv.org or call 803-727-0097 to schedule an interview.
Click here to learn more about recording sessions happening in June. You can also email us at voices@scetv.org or call 803-727-0097 to schedule an interview.
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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Currier & Ives/Library of CongressAfter two decades of research and investigation, the South Carolina Battleground Preservation Trust, in collaboration with the South Carolina American Revolution Sestercentennial Commission (SC250), has unveiled the first volume of the Francis Marion Papers, a project that holds the potential to reshape our understanding of one of the American Revolution’s most heroic figures.For this episode we sat down with Molly Fortune, CEO of SC250); co-editor Ben Rubin, and co-editor Rick Wise, Director of the SC Battlefield Preservation Trust, to talk about the work behind the publication of the papers and about Marion and his compatriots in the Revoultionary War. -
Stephen B. Morton/AP/FR56856 APIn his book Mother Emanuel: Two Centuries of Race, Resistance, and Forgiveness in One Charleston Church (2025, Crown) Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist Kevin Sack explores the inspiring history that brought the church to that moment, and the depth of the desecration committed in its fellowship hall.In this expanded episode of Walter Edgar's Journal, Sack joins us to explore the story of Emanuel A.M.E. Church in Charleston.
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Latest Episodes of the SC Lede
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Chris Olivas/SC Public RadioOn this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 1, 2025: we catch up on some big news, including the latest on suspended Lexington Republican Rep. RJ May; we OFFICIALLY have 2026 gubernatorial candidates with Republican Attorney General Alan Wilson and Republican Spartanburg Sen. Josh Kimbrell; Maayan Schechter brings us up to speed on all this news; and more! -
Rainier Ehrhardt/APOn this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 21, 2025: we bring you part two of our 10-year commemoration of the Mother Emanuel AME Church shooting featuring stories from our Voices Collected initiative, focusing on the downing of the Confederate flag, legislative issues like hate crimes, and gun reforms that have stalled in the state; and more.
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Provided/MUSCThis week Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Alexus Gonzalez about water safety and drowning prevention for teens. -
Provided/MUSCThis week Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Thomas Curran about the latest research showing that a structured exercise program extends life for colon cancer survivors following cancer treatment.
Nation and World
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Each year, a flood of graduates enter the job market between June and November. Those who aren’t prepared often struggle to land that crucial first job. -
While students look forward to new opportunities after years of hard work, this year’s graduates face a tougher job market. Many employers report that new graduates lack experience in professional settings and are unfamiliar with basic workplace expectations.
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From restaurants to books to movies, this week on Who What When we’re looking at famous franchises from across pop culture. -
This week on Who What When, we look at the Cold War era with questions about the geopolitical conflict between the United States and the Soviet Union.
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From lesson plans to teacher recertification, see the latest from SCETV's Education team.
More Headlines
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Tennessee's new laws on immigration already face court challenges. Other states are changing gun laws or imposing new restrictions on transgender people. -
When a disabled young woman moved out of a hospital to her own apartment, the Trump administration celebrated — even though it's ending the federal program that made it possible. -
The athleisure brand is accusing Costco of selling knockoffs of several of its signature designs and offering them at a lower price under the wholesale club giant's Kirkland Signature brand. -
When RFK Jr. announced he would cut funds from Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, he cited "vaccine safety," referring to a 2017 study from Guinea-Bissau. We asked vaccine researchers to assess the study. -
The National Climate Assessment is the most influential source of information about climate change in the United States. -
Waffle House has dropped its 50 cent surcharge on eggs as supplies rebound. The chain added the temporary charge in February, when avian flu sent egg prices to record highs. -
Jimmy Swaggart, one of the most well-known televangelists of the 1980s, has died, according to a social media post from his ministry. -
The federal grant funding traditionally goes out by July 1. It includes support for migrant education, after-school programs and English language learners. -
The Republican megabill cuts trillions in taxes, while scaling back spending on Medicaid and other federal programs. It now heads to the House, where some GOP lawmakers are signaling major objections. -
President Trump will visit a new detention center for detained migrants in the middle of the Florida Everglades.
