SC News

A dolphin known to local researchers as "Lucky" was rescued this weekend after becoming stranded in a shallow lagoon in the Lowcountry.

South Carolina is joining "Operation Southern Slowdown" to try and reduce the number of motorists traveling at dangerous speeds above the legal speed limit

The family of a man who died in custody of the Irmo Police Department is asking for answers about what happened during his arrest on June 22, 2025.

Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette on July 14, 2025, launched her bid for South Carolina governor. Evette is the third Republican to join the race.

South Carolina cities have opened up misting and cooling stations this summer to help residents beat the summer heat.

Lately, insurance companies have been requesting significant rate increases. Stephen Maggard with Abacus Planning Group explains why it's not just about the premiums.

Lately, insurance companies have been requesting significant rate increases. Stephen Maggard with Abacus Planning Group explains why it's not just about the premiums.

On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 15, 2025: more Republican gubernatorial candidates enter the race, with one facing legal issues over allegedly diverting $2 million from his business partner; Sen. Lindsey Graham’s campaign is also out with its first TV ad; Russ McKinney brings us the latest on energy in the state; and more!

On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 12, 2025: state Sen. Stephen Goldfinch becomes the first Republican to jump into the attorney general’s race; California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s two-day swing through S.C.; where the Confederate battle flag is 10 years after it was removed from the statehouse grounds; and more!

Host Mike Switzer and business editor Alan Cooper discuss the recent SC energy bill and how our neighbor, Canada, views our economic energy.