Politics & Elections
California's Shadow Looms Over Newsom's 2028 Bid
As Gavin Newsom weighs a 2028 run, his California record could prove his biggest political liability in the pivotal first primary state.
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Politics
Can Newsom Escape California's Shadow in 2028?
Gavin Newsom's California record built his national profile, but South Carolina voters question if his home state's reputation will hurt his 2028 bid.
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Crime
South Carolina Officer Killed in Park Shooting
Columbia police officer Christopher DeLong, 29, was killed and another officer injured in a gunfight at Southeast Park. The suspect also died.
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Politics
Darline Graham Wins SC GOP Nomination for Senate Seat
Darline Graham wins South Carolina GOP Senate nomination, defeating Ralph Norman in runoff to replace her late brother Lindsey Graham.
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Politics
Buttigieg Returns to South Carolina, Weighs 2028 Run
Pete Buttigieg returns to South Carolina weighing a 2028 run, focusing on Black voters in the state that will lead the Democratic primary.
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Politics
Democrats Set 2028 Primary Calendar for Diverse Voters
The DNC approved a 2028 primary calendar putting South Carolina first, elevating Black, Latino and union voters while leaving Iowa out entirely.
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Politics
Fry Endorses Graham in SC Senate Runoff
Rep. Russell Fry endorses Sen. Darline Graham in South Carolina's Republican Senate runoff, adding political weight as the Aug. 25 election approaches.
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Politics
Democrats Set 2028 Primary Calendar, South Carolina Leads
Democrats gather in Austin to finalize the 2028 primary calendar, putting South Carolina first and leaving Iowa out for the first time in decades.
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PoliticsElections
SC Republicans Vote in Primary to Replace Late Sen. Graham
South Carolina Republicans hold a special primary to replace the late Sen. Lindsey Graham, with his sister Darline leading a crowded field.
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PoliticsElections
Democrats Put South Carolina First for 2028 Primary Calendar
The DNC approves South Carolina as the first primary state in 2028, elevating Black voters and reshaping decades of presidential nominating tradition.
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Politics
South Carolina First: DNC Approves 2028 Primary Calendar
DNC panel approves 2028 primary calendar prioritizing South Carolina, Nevada, and other diverse states over Iowa and New Hampshire.
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PoliticsElections
Republicans Defy Trump, Flood South Carolina Senate Race
Trump's endorsement of Darline Graham fails to clear the field as multiple Republicans enter the South Carolina Senate primary, testing his influence.
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PoliticsUnited States
Sen. Lindsey Graham Dies at 71 After Aorta Tear, Shakes Hill
Sen. Lindsey Graham died at 71 from an aortic dissection, triggering a succession scramble in South Carolina and a void in Senate leadership.
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PoliticsUnited States
Lindsey Graham Dies at 71, Sparking Battle Over Senate Seat
Sen. Lindsey Graham dies at 71 from aortic dissection. Trump endorses Graham's sister as interim senator as South Carolina prepares for special election.
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PoliticsInternational
Sen. Lindsey Graham Dies at 71 After Brief Illness
US Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC) died unexpectedly at 71 after a brief illness. He had just returned from Kyiv where he met President Zelensky.
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US Politics
Sen. Lindsey Graham Dies at 71, Triggering Seat Scramble
Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC), a close Trump ally and foreign policy hawk, died unexpectedly at 71, triggering a succession battle for his seat.
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PoliticsInternational
Senator Lindsey Graham Dies at 71 After Sudden Illness
US Senator Lindsey Graham dies unexpectedly at 71 after a brief illness. The Trump ally and foreign policy hawk had just returned from Kyiv.
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PoliticsInternational
Senator Lindsey Graham Dies at 71 After Sudden Illness
US Senator Lindsey Graham, a Republican from South Carolina, died unexpectedly at 71 after returning from Kyiv. Preliminary cause: aortic dissection.
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BusinessAutomotive
BMW Invests $1.7B in SC, Unveils First U.S.-Built EV
BMW completes $1.7B South Carolina investment, unveils fifth-gen X5 with five drivetrain options including the electric iX5 built in the U.S.
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BusinessTechnology
BMW to Build Electric SUV in South Carolina in $1.7B Deal
BMW completes $1.7 billion South Carolina investment, confirms iX5 as first US-assembled EV starting late 2026, and unveils five-drivetrain X5.
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PoliticsElections
Trump's Test: Evette Advances to South Carolina Runoff
Trump-backed Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette advances to a runoff in South Carolina's GOP primary, testing the president's endorsement power after an Iowa upset.
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Justice & Crime
Shop Owner Acquitted in 2023 Killing of Black Teen in SC
A South Carolina jury found store owner Rick Chow not guilty of murder in the 2023 shooting death of 14-year-old Cyrus Carmack-Belton.
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Politics
SC Democrats Celebrate After Trump Redistricting Push Fails
SC Democrats celebrate after GOP-led Senate rejects Trump-backed redistricting plan, preserving Rep. Jim Clyburn's seat and dealing blow to White House.
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U.S. News
Woman Killed by Flying Patio Umbrella at SC Restaurant
Dana Weinger, 56, died after a microburst sent a patio umbrella flying at a South Carolina restaurant, severing her carotid artery.
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Breaking NewsPublic Safety
Stampede at South Carolina Biker Festival Injures 19
A stampede at the Black Pearl Cultural Heritage and Bike Festival in Atlantic Beach, South Carolina, left 19 people injured early Sunday.
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