Live News of South Carolina February 06, 2025

Arrests Made In ICE Impersonation Cases Across Multiple States

Recent incidents in South Carolina, Philadelphia, and North Carolina have highlighted the arrest of individuals impersonating Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers. These cases come amidst heightened immigratiRead More

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USC Drops To Seventh After Second Loss In Women's Basketball

Southern Cal's recent loss to Iowa has caused the Trojans to slip to seventh place in The Associated Press Top 25 women's basketball poll. The defeat marked the team's second loss of the season, with their...Read More

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Ken Martin Elected DNC Chair To Lead Democratic Revival

Democrats have elected Ken Martin, the party leader in Minnesota, as the new national chair to spearhead their opposition to Donald Trump's presidency. Martin takes over from Jaime Harrison of South Carolina, who did not sRead More

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Caitlin Clark's Jersey Retired In Emotional Ceremony

Caitlin Clark, former Iowa guard, had her number 22 retired in a ceremony at Iowa’s Carver-Hawkeye Arena following the Hawkeyes’ 76-67 victory over No. 4 USC. Clark, who recently completed her historic college career, exprRead More

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A'ja Wilson's Jersey Retired At South Carolina Arena

South Carolina honored three-time WNBA MVP A’ja Wilson by retiring her No. 22 jersey at Colonial Life Arena, her college home court. Wilson, a standout player for the Gamecocks, was celebrated for her remarkable achievemenRead More

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South Carolina Inmate Chooses Execution Over Clemency

Marion Bowman Jr., a South Carolina inmate, is set to be executed by lethal injection for the 2001 killing of a friend found dead in her burning car. Despite maintaining his innocence, Bowman decided not to...Read More

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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Commits To Hiring Pro-Life Deputies

During a recent Senate hearing, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., President Donald Trump's nominee for secretary of Health and Human Services, affirmed his alignment with the president's stance on abortion, labeling it as a tragedy.Read More

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South Carolina Treasurer Faces Calls To Resign Over Accounting Error

South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis faced scrutiny on Wednesday over an accounting error that led to a $1.8 billion fund discrepancy, with calls for his resignation labeled as a witch hunt. The issue, known to Loftis'...Read More

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US Air Force Pilot Safely Ejects From Crashed F-35 Jet

An F-35 fighter jet crashed during a training mission at Eielson Air Force Base in Alaska, but the US Air Force pilot onboard managed to safely eject, officials confirmed. The incident occurred during the landing phase...Read More

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Father Seeks Justice After Son's Tragic Sextortion-Related Suicide

A Nigerian man accused of engaging in a sextortion scheme that led to the suicide of a South Carolina teenager has been extradited to the United States to face charges. The suspect, identified as Hassanbunhussein Abolore...Read More

US Air Force Pilot Safely Escapes F-35 Fighter Jet Crash

A US Air Force pilot safely ejected from an F-35 fighter jet that crashed during a training mission at Eielson Air Force Base in Alaska. The incident occurred during the landing phase of the flight due...Read More

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Susan Smith Denied Parole After 30 Years In Prison

Susan Smith, the South Carolina woman serving a life sentence for drowning her two young sons in 1994, has recently been described as a 'complete nightmare' by prison staff. Smith, now 53 years old, was denied...Read More

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Nigerian Man Extradited To U.S. For Teen's Death

A Nigerian man has been extradited to the U.S. and charged with causing the death of a South Carolina teen who took his own life after the suspect posed as a woman and tried to extort...Read More

Tennessee Coach Returns To Sideline After Giving Birth

Tennessee coach Kim Caldwell made a triumphant return to the sideline just a week after giving birth to her son. The dedicated coach received a heartwarming standing ovation from the 12,033-strong crowd during Monday nightRead More

Nigerian Man Extradited To U.S. For Sextortion Scheme Indictment

A 24-year-old Nigerian man, Hassanbunhussein Abolore Lawal, has been extradited to the U.S. after being indicted on multiple charges related to a sextortion scheme that tragically led to the death of a South Carolina teenaRead More

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Vanderbilt Enters AP Top 25 After Decade, Texas Rises

Vanderbilt has made a significant return to the Associated Press women's basketball Top 25, securing the No. 23 spot in the latest rankings. This marks their first appearance in over a decade, a noteworthy achievement forRead More

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Senate To Vote On Treasury Secretary Confirmation

The Senate is gearing up for a crucial vote on Monday to confirm President Donald Trump's nominee for the Treasury Department. Scott Bessent's nomination has advanced with a 67-23 vote on Saturday, and his confirmation isRead More

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Senator Graham Criticizes Trump's Pardons For Capitol Rioters

A key ally of President Donald Trump expressed concern about the recent pardons issued by the White House for rioters involved in the storming of the U.S. Capitol in 2021. Senator Lindsey Graham, a South Carolina...Read More

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43 Escaped Monkeys Recaptured After Two Months In Woods

Authorities in South Carolina have successfully recaptured the last four of 43 escaped monkeys after a two-month ordeal in the woods. The rhesus macaque monkeys, all females, managed to escape from their enclosure at AlphaRead More

South Carolina Gamecocks Defeat LSU In SEC Showdown

The No. 2 South Carolina Gamecocks showcased their dominance in the Southeastern Conference with a 66-56 victory over the No. 5 LSU Tigers. Led by Joyce Edwards' 14 points and their suffocating defense, the Gamecocks handeRead More

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