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March 11

Star Murdaugh trial witness probes mysterious death of Buster’s former classmate

The star witness from Alex Murdaugh's trial is now investigating Stephen Smith's 2015 death, saying someone "has a good idea who committed this crime."

March 8

South Carolina pastor describes evacuating members from Middle East after war broke out during Israel trip

Dozens of members of Calvary Chapel Summerville traveled to Israel to explore the Holy Land, but were stranded after Operation Epic Fury launched just hours before their flight home.

February 27

Biden accuses Trump of erasing history and squandering US leadership role on global stage: 'Dark days'

Former President Biden accused President Trump of trying to erase truth and history, claiming he threatens democracy and America's global leadership role.

February 27

GOP Rep Nancy Mace introduces 'Death Penalty for Child Rapists Act'

Republican Rep. Nancy Mace of South Carolina has introduced a bill to put the death penalty on the table as a punishment for the sexual abuse of children.

February 23

Secret tapes sink shooter's defense in Scott Spivey road rage killing

South Carolina judge denies Stand Your Ground immunity for Charles Boyd in 2023 shooting death, citing credibility issues and inconsistent testimony.

February 18

Illegal immigrant with prior deportation shoots deputy in chest, dies after exchange: DHS

An illegal immigrant previously deported shot a Charleston County deputy during a traffic stop. The deputy survived due to body armor; the suspect was killed in return fire, DHS says.

February 16

Nancy Mace proposes bill to make aliens deportable, inadmissible for animal cruelty

Republican Rep. Nancy Mace of South Carolina fields a measure to declare aliens who are convicted of animal abuse as deportable and inadmissible.

February 13

Shooting at South Carolina State University leaves two dead

Two people were killed and at least one other was injured in a shooting at South Carolina State University, prompting a campus lockdown and cancellation of Friday classes.

February 12

6 years after political comeback, Biden faces cold shoulder from fellow Democrats

Biden's political influence wanes as Democratic candidates distance themselves from the former president ahead of 2024 races, marking a stark shift.

February 11

Alex Murdaugh attorney argues state Supreme Court should overturn guilty verdict

Alex Murdaugh's defense team argues alleged jury tampering by court clerk Rebecca Hill should overturn his murder conviction at state Supreme Court hearing.