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Agencies around the state joined the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department in mourning the loss of Master Deputy Jillian Olson Thursday. -
Following violent incidents earlier this year, security measures are changing at South Carolina State University's campus ahead of the new semester. -
CSX is almost done cleaning up a train derailment that occurred on Monday -
A chief municipal judge in Georgetown county was arrested Thursday and suspended from the bench by the state Supreme Court. -
One of the candidates decertified to run for Lindsey Graham’s U.S. Senate seat is suing the SCGOP and the state election commission. -
Democratic gubernatorial nominee Jermaine Johnson picks Charleston Democrat as Lt. Gov. running mateState Rep. Jermaine Johnson on Thursday announced Charleston Democrat Sam Skardon as his lieutenant governor running mate.
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Latest episodes of Walter Edgar's Journal
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Don Troiani/U.S. National Guard via Wikimedia CommonsThis week we will be talking with Carl P. Borick, author of Backcountry Resistance: South Carolina's Militia and the Fight for American Independence (2026, USC Press).As the title indicates, Carl’s book focuses on rank-and-file militiamen of the backcountry and explores how these ordinary men were recruited, armed, fed, and motivated.Drawing on underused pension records and state claims, he reconstructs their everyday realities and their battlefield experiences. He also examines the war's devastating effects on civilians, including enslaved people and women, who played crucial roles in the struggle. -
South Carolina ETVThis week we are recording in front of a live audience at part of South Carolina ETV and South Carolina Public Radio’s America 250 celebration. Our guests are Gen. Will Grimsley, Chair of the South Carolina American Revolution Sestercentennial Commission (SC250); and Molly Fortune, Chief Executive Officer, of SC250.
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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 July 25, 2026: we continue our look at the life and legacy of the late Sen. Lindsey Graham; we also look at the next steps for this senate seat, including the upcoming special primary election on August 11 where several people have already filed to run, with others expected; and more! -
SC Public RadioOn this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 22, 2026: we look back at the life of and some moments of Sen. Lindsey Graham’s 30-plus years in public office, comments from his friends, family, and colleagues, and the people who are already looking to become the nominee in a lightning-quick special primary election.
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Provided/MUSCThis week, Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC Dr. William Hawkins about recent advances in pancreatic cancer treatment. -
MUSCThis week, Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Stephanie Stansell about strategies to help quit smoking.
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In 2025, South Carolina implemented a statewide ban on cellphone use in classrooms. Nationwide, early results are mixed. Some schools report fewer disruptions, more engagement, and small gains in academic performance, and teachers describe calmer classrooms and more attention. -
Each summer, when school lets out, children fall behind in reading. Research shows that students lose one to two months of reading proficiency over the summer. For struggling readers or children with learning disabilities, the losses can be even greater.
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This week is all about a very special relationship: the United States and the United Kingdom. -
Get your scuba gear on, because we’re exploring the Seven Seas on this special ocean themed episode of Who What When.
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After a months-long investigation, the ethics committee recommended censure for Edwards because of "persistent unprofessional and inappropriate conduct towards two young female staffers." -
Federal prosecutors moved to drop their case against David Hearn, blaming Reflecting Pool damage on a "botched installation" rather than vandalism. That has implications for others who were charged. -
For years, many Cubans hoping to leave the island looked to the United States. Now, with legal pathways largely closed, a growing number are heading to Brazil instead. -
Wildfires in Spokane have destroyed hundreds of homes and led to evacuation orders for 60,000 people. -
They are the first reported deaths linked to a massive outbreak of the intestinal illness that began in May. -
Wildfires, floods and tornados have damaged homes across the country this summer, putting a spotlight on what is and isn't covered by homeowners insurance.
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Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown says nearly half of the city's neighborhoods have either been evacuated or are at risk as the fires remain uncontained. -
Pochettino came on in 2024 to right the ship ahead of this year's World Cup, in which he led the team to a record three wins and helped ignite enthusiasm in millions of fans before a round of 16 exit. -
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche rescinds President Trump's anti-weaponization fund ahead of his confirmation hearing. And, the president calls off strikes on Iran over a potential deal. -
An FDA advisory panel recently voted to green-light some popular peptides. The decision brought enormous attention to the market for these products — and concerns about the unregulated supply.
