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South Carolina News
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South Carolina is under an excessive heat warning, with temperatures soaring to 102°F and heat indices reaching 110°F, prompting emergency cooling centers to open statewide. Meanwhile, Charleston reports record-breaking tourism numbers, with hotel occupancy rates at 95% as the summer season kicks off.
Political News
Governor Henry McMaster signed a $14 billion state budget that includes teacher pay raises and infrastructure upgrades, while vetoing a bill that would have expanded Medicaid. The legislature is debating controversial education reforms, including a "Parents' Bill of Rights" that would limit classroom discussions on gender and sexuality.
Election News
South Carolina’s 2026 gubernatorial race is heating up, with Democratic Rep. James Clyburn considering a run against Republican incumbent McMaster. A ballot initiative to legalize recreational marijuana has gained enough signatures to appear on the November ballot, setting up a major statewide debate.
Legal News
The South Carolina Supreme Court upheld the state’s six-week abortion ban but ruled that exceptions for rape and incest must be clarified. In a separate case, a federal judge blocked enforcement of a new law restricting drag performances, citing First Amendment violations.
Entertainment News
Country music star Darius Rucker announced a surprise hometown concert in Charleston on june 20, with proceeds benefiting hurricane relief efforts. The Spoleto Festival USA wraps up its 2025 season with record attendance, featuring performances by Yo-Yo Ma and the Charleston Symphony Orchestra.
Town
The Clemson Tigers football team enters preseason ranked in the Top 5, while the University of South Carolina lands a top-10 recruiting class. The Charleston Battery (USL Championship) continue their playoff push, drawing sellout crowds to Patriots Point.
Forecast
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Today: 102°F (Columbia), 98°F (Charleston), heat advisory
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Tuesday: 100°F, isolated thunderstorms
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Wednesday: 97°F, humid
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Thursday: 95°F, partly cloudy
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Friday: 93°F, scattered showers
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Saturday: 91°F, breezy
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Sunday: 89°F, more moderate
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From scorching heatwaves to political battles, cultural celebrations to town rivalries, South Carolina continues to make news across the Palmetto State. Stay updated on the latest developments from the Upstate to the Lowcountry.
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