South Carolina officer killed, another wounded in shootout
#PoliceShooting #SouthCarolinaSouth Carolina police officer Christopher DeLong, 29, was killed in a park gunfight; suspect Adam Tyler Dowdy also died. Officer David Dymock was injured but stable. DeLong leaves a wife and two children. read more
Trump Endorsement Wins South Carolina, Defying Recent Losses
#TrumpEndorsement #SouthCarolinaTrump's endorsement of Darline Graham secured her narrow South Carolina runoff win, proving his influence remains potent despite recent losses in Georgia, Iowa, and Tennessee. His track record is mixed, prompting concerns about GOP turnout without him on the ballot. read more
Trump backs Graham in South Carolina Senate runoff
#SouthCarolina #SenateRunoffTrump backs Darline Graham in South Carolina's contentious Senate runoff, but her national security gaffe raises doubts. Ralph Norman offers experience, yet Trump's endorsement and MAGA funding may decide the race. read more
Trump rallies for Lindsey Grahams sister in South Carolina
#Trump #SouthCarolinaTrump backs Darline Graham in South Carolina runoff after her gaffe admitting limited national security knowledge. Rallying in Myrtle Beach, he pushes her Senate bid, citing loyalty to late Lindsey Graham. Voters decide Tuesday. read more
Lindsey Graham laid to rest as peacemaker remembered
#LindseyGraham #SouthCarolinaSenator Lindsey Graham was laid to rest in South Carolina after a funeral honoring his humble origins, dealmaking legacy, and love for his state. Friends recalled his humor, work ethic, and peacemaking efforts. He died suddenly at 71 from an aortic tear. read more
Democrats pick South Carolina to lead 2028 primary
#DemocraticPrimary #SouthCarolinaDemocrats approved a new primary calendar for 2028, placing South Carolina first on January 22 to prioritize Black voters. Nevada, New Hampshire, Michigan, New Mexico, and Virginia follow before Super Tuesday. The full DNC will vote on the proposal in August. read more
Lindsey Graham’s Sister Declares Senate Bid
#LindseyGraham #SouthCarolinaDarline Graham Nordone, sister of late Senator Lindsey Graham, has announced her candidacy for a full six-year term. Appointed as interim replacement after Graham's death from an aortic tear, she now seeks to continue his legacy in South Carolina. read more
Darline Graham weighs Senate run after brother’s death
#SenateRace #SouthCarolinaSen. Darline Graham, appointed to fill her late brother Lindsey Graham's Senate term, is considering running for a full term. Funeral plans are set for July 28-29. Filing for the special primary opens July 21. read more
Body Found in Search for Missing South Carolina Trainer
#MissingPerson #SouthCarolinaBody found in search for missing personal trainer Elena Katherine Moore, 39, last seen leaving a Planet Fitness in Lexington, South Carolina. Police await coroner identification; disappearance called "out of character." read more
Personal trainer vanishes after South Carolina gym visit
#MissingPerson #SouthCarolinaA personal trainer, Elena Katherine Moore, 39, vanished after leaving a Planet Fitness in Lexington, South Carolina. Police searched woods with a drone but found no trace. She was last seen walking toward woods behind a Lowe's store. read more
Mace Loses Primary, Blames Epstein Stance
#NancyMace #SouthCarolinaRepublican Rep. Nancy Mace lost South Carolina's gubernatorial primary, finishing fifth with 12.1% of the vote. She blamed her call for releasing Jeffrey Epstein files for losing Trump's support. Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette and AG Alan Wilson advance to November's runoff. read more
Tragic umbrella accident kills woman at lakeside restaurant
#SouthCarolina #FreakAccidentA loose umbrella struck and killed Dana Weinger, 56, at a South Carolina lakeside restaurant during a sudden severe thunderstorm over Memorial Day weekend. The wind-driven umbrella severed her carotid artery, and she died despite rescue efforts. read more
South Carolina bike festival stampede injures 19
#SouthCarolina #BikeFestivalAt least 19 people were injured in a stampede at South Carolina's Black Pearl Bike Festival after someone began running, triggering a brief chain reaction. All injuries were non-life-threatening, and law enforcement quickly restored order. read more
Alex Murdaugh murder convictions overturned by court
#AlexMurdaugh #SouthCarolinaSouth Carolina's Supreme Court overturned Alex Murdaugh's murder convictions, citing juror tampering by a court clerk. Prosecutors plan a retrial for the disgraced attorney, who remains imprisoned for federal financial crimes. The case's dramatic twists continue. read more
Commuters Quick Stop Nets $200,000 Lottery Win
#LotteryWin #SouthCarolinaA South Carolina man stopped for a drink during his commute and bought a $5 lottery ticket, unexpectedly winning $200,000. He continued to work and plans to invest the money while still playing the lottery. read more
South Carolina Senate rejects top doctor nominee amid COVID backlash
#SouthCarolina #COVIDAngerA South Carolina Senate committee rejected Governor McMaster's nominee for the state's top doctor due to COVID-related concerns, despite his record improvement of public health measures. The nominee faced criticism for recommending vaccines and masks, highlighting ongoing pandemic tensions. read more
South Carolina Gamecocks Battle Duke for Final Four Spot
#SouthCarolina #FinalFourSouth Carolina secured a spot in the women's Final Four after a comeback vs. Duke. The team values bench contribution and must improve offensively against Texas. They emphasize patience under pressure from past experiences. read more
Tragic Death of Former Bloomberg LP Executive and Family Members
#Bloomberg #SouthCarolinaA former Bloomberg LP executive, his wife, and child were found dead in their South Carolina home. Police are investigating the cause of death but have indicated there is no threat to the public. The family was discovered after a neighbor's call. read more
UCLA and South Carolina Secure Final Four Spots in NCAA
#UCLA #SouthCarolinaUCLA makes history by advancing to the program's first Final Four after defeating LSU 72-65. South Carolina also secures their spot in the Final Four. UCLA overcomes LSU with depth, shooting, and defense, while South Carolina's experience and execution lead to victory. read more
South Carolina Women's Basketball Team Advances to Fifth Consecutive Final Four.
#SouthCarolina #FinalFourSouth Carolina beats Duke 54-50 to secure their fifth consecutive Final Four spot. The Gamecocks faced a tough challenge but rallied in the fourth quarter. Chloe Kitts was instrumental, scoring 14 points and making crucial free throws. read more
South Carolina Guard Stresses Toughness and Focus for Elite Eight
#SouthCarolina #EliteEightTe-Hina Paopao emphasizes South Carolina's need to start with toughness in games. Despite previous struggles, she wants her team to set the tone early. Paopao warns about the challenges of Elite Eight games as South Carolina aims for back-to-back championships. read more
South Carolina Women's Basketball Prevails with Grit in Sweet 16
#SouthCarolina #MarchMadnessSouth Carolina, led by MiLaysia Fulwiley's 23 points, overcomes Maryland in an intense Sweet 16 game, showcasing resilience. Coach Staley emphasizes triumph over an "ugly" win, highlighting the team's ability to overcome deficits. read more
Gamecocks Edge Maryland 71-67 in Sweet 16 Showdown, Advance to Elite Eight
#MiLaysiaFulwiley #SouthCarolinaMiLaysia Fulwiley's 23 points lead South Carolina to a 71-67 victory over Maryland in the Sweet 16, making the Gamecocks advance to the Elite 8 against Duke. read more
Former SC Corrections Staff and Inmate Arrested for Misconduct
#SouthCarolina #CorrectionalMisconductTwo former South Carolina corrections staff and a former inmate were arrested on charges of sexual misconduct and conspiracy. Antoinette Crawley and Shontell Gamble face various allegations, while inmate Quinzell Robinson is accused of trying to provide contraband using a drone. read more
South Carolina Prepares for First Firing Squad Execution in 15 Years
#SouthCarolina #FiringSquadSouth Carolina is preparing for its first U.S. firing squad execution in 15 years as death row inmate Brad Sigmon, convicted of a double murder, has chosen this method. The decision follows concerns about the electric chair. read more
South Carolina to Execute Third Inmate Amid Death Row Backlog
#SouthCarolina #DeathPenaltySouth Carolina is set to execute its third inmate since September as Marion Bowman Jr.'s scheduled execution follows a 13-year pause in the state's use of the death penalty. Bowman has maintained his innocence, emphasizing he doesn't want to spend more time in prison. read more
"Escaped lab monkeys captured after two-month search in South Carolina"
#SouthCarolina #LabMonkeysCaptureAfter a two-month escape, the last of the lab monkeys in South Carolina is finally captured by Alpha Guard employees using humane traps and food enticements. The monkeys, which escaped due to an unintentionally unlocked gate, were safely recaptured without posing any public health risks. read more
Woman Receives 25-Year Sentence for Fatal Drunk Driving Crash
#SouthCarolina #DrunkDrivingCrashSouth Carolina woman, Jamie Lee Komoroski, was sentenced to 25 years in prison for a drunk driving crash that killed bride Samantha Miller in her wedding dress. The crash also injured groom Aric Hutchinson and two others. read more
Woman Gets 25 Years for Fatal DUI Crash at Wedding
#SouthCarolina #DrunkDrivingCrashJamie Lee Komoroski, 27, was sentenced to 25 years in prison for a drunk-driving crash that killed Samantha Miller after her wedding in 2023. Komoroski pleaded guilty to reckless homicide and DUI charges, expressing regret for the tragedy. read more
McColl Mayor George Garner II Dies in Fatal Car Crash
#SouthCarolina #CarCrashSouth Carolina mayor, George Garner, dies in a car crash following the resignation of the town's entire police force due to a toxic work environment. read more
"South Carolina Town's Police Department Resigns Amid Hostile Environment"
#SouthCarolina #PoliceResignationsThe entire police department in a small South Carolina town resigned due to a hostile work environment created by a councilman, leaving residents without police. Six chiefs have cycled through the department in the past four years. read more
Manhunt Ends: Murder Suspect Captured in South Carolina Hospital
#SouthCarolina #TennesseeCrimeNicholas Wayne Hamlett, wanted for the murder of hiker Steven Douglas Lloyd staged as a bear attack in Tennessee, was captured in South Carolina after sparking a manhunt. Using fake identities, he lured Lloyd into the woods, resulting in his death. read more
"40 Monkeys Escape from SC Lab, Half Safely Captured"
#SouthCarolina #MonkeyEscape18 monkeys are still missing after a lab escape in South Carolina, with 25 monkeys safely returned. The monkeys are not a health threat, as they are too young for disease testing. Traps are being set up to capture the remaining primates. read more
Man accused of murder in Tennessee captured in South Carolina
#SouthCarolina #murderNicholas Wayne Hamlett was arrested in South Carolina after allegedly murdering Steven Lloyd in Tennessee and trying to frame it as a bear attack. Using a fake identity, he evaded arrest until recognized in hospital. Hamlett faces murder charges and a parole violation. read more
"Escaped Primate Captured in South Carolina Biomedical Research Lab"
#SouthCarolina #MonkeyEscapeLaw enforcement in South Carolina captured one of 43 monkeys that escaped from a research lab, emphasizing that the primates do not pose a public health threat. The captured monkey was safely returned to the lab, with efforts ongoing to recapture the others. read more
"Political Hat Leads to Altercation at South Carolina Polling Site"
#SouthCarolina #VotingSiteAltercationA fight broke out at a South Carolina voting site after a voter wearing a "Let’s Go Brandon" hat was told to remove it. The man cursed at workers, threw his hat, and was hit by a poll worker. read more
Death row inmate Richard Moore given choice of execution method
#deathrow #SouthCarolinaDeath row inmate Richard Moore in South Carolina has been given the choice between a firing squad, the electric chair, or lethal injection for his upcoming execution. Moore, who was convicted in 1999, is appealing to the U.S. Supreme Court to stop the execution. read more
South Carolina Executes Inmate After 13 Years: Khalil Divine Black Sun Allah
#SouthCarolina #DeathRowSouth Carolina executes first death row inmate in 13 years, Khalil Divine Black Sun Allah, for the 1997 murder of a store clerk. Despite maintaining his innocence, he was put to death by lethal injection after the US Supreme Court and Governor denied clemency. read more
South Carolina Faces First Execution in 13 Years amid Controversy
#SouthCarolina #DeathPenaltySouth Carolina's preparations for its first execution in over 13 years include offering multiple methods of execution for a man on death row by September 6. The state's electric chair and firing squad are ready, with secrecy surrounding the lethal injection drug. read more
Sheriff Charles Lemon Found Not Guilty in Taser Incident
#SouthCarolina #TaserIncidentFormer Malboro County Sheriff Charles Lemon, who ordered a deputy to shock an inmate with a Taser six times, has been found not guilty of federal civil rights violations. The deputy involved pleaded guilty to a federal charge. read more