A recent incident in Richland County has sparked a heated discussion about the need for a statewide hate crimes law in South Carolina. On July 17, a man named Jonathan Felkel allegedly shot at a Black neighbor in the Spring Valley neighborhood, and he was arrested under a new local hate intimidation
Michael Whatley, currently leading the Republican National Committee, is set to jump into the North Carolina Senate race. This move comes after a chat with former President Donald Trump, who gave him the thumbs up. Whatley's decision follows Senator Thom Tillis' surprise exit from the re-election ra
In the heart of South Carolina, a Democrat is making waves with a fresh strategy to win over voters. Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear is on a mission to show how his party can regain trust and support, especially in areas that typically lean Republican. He's been sharing his success story, proving tha
In a small town in South Carolina, two men found themselves in trouble with the law after a reported break-in. The Sumter County Sheriff’s Office shared that Antwine McFadden, 50, and Guy Owens Jr. , 33, were both charged with third-degree burglary. This incident took place on a Wednesday afternoon,
A recent party hosted by Barcelona footballer Lamine Yamal has ignited a heated discussion in Spain. The event, held to celebrate his 18th birthday and contract extension with the club, featured performers with dwarfism. This has led to accusations of objectification and exploitation. The Associati
Trey Gowdy, a well-known Fox News host, has stepped into the world of fiction with his first psychological crime novel, "The Color of Death. " This book, set to hit stores on August 26, is a joint effort with bestselling author Christopher Greyson. It dives deep into the minds of both a killer and t
A German backpacker, Carolina Wilga, made headlines after surviving 12 days in Australia's harsh Outback. She vanished on June 29, last seen in the tiny town of Beacon, where only 123 people live. A day after her abandoned van was found, a local spotted her wandering a forest trail, weak but unhurt.
Mary McLeod Bethune, a trailblazer in education and civil rights, was celebrated in her hometown of Mayesville, South Carolina, on what would have been her 150th birthday. This event highlighted her enduring impact on American society. Born in the Midlands, Bethune's journey began with a strong com
South Carolina is one of only two states in the U. S. without a hate crime law. This is a big problem. But some counties are not waiting for the state to act. They are taking action themselves. Richland County made history last month. It became the first county in South Carolina to pass a hate crime
A German company is making a big move to the U. S. CS Instruments, which makes tools to measure air and gases, is setting up its North American base in Beaufort County, South Carolina. This is a huge deal because it means new jobs and money coming into the area. The company is spending $3. 6 millio
