South Carolina Governor Bans Mask Mandates
South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster issued a coronavirus mandate preventing schools and local governments from creating mask mandates and requiring proof of vaccination.
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Equality Act Would Extend Civil Rights Laws To LGBTQ People Throughout U.S.
South Carolina is one of about two dozen states that have few or no statewide LGBTQ protections. The federal Equality Act would change that, but some in the state say the bill goes too far.
Court Temporarily Blocks South Carolina Heartbeat Abortion Ban
"Today, abortion remains safe and legal in South Carolina, and politicians' plan to restrict access to health care has failed," the region's Planned Parenthood president said following the decision.
South Carolina GOP Censures Rep. Tom Rice Over Trump Impeachment Vote
The state party leadership approved their official rebuke on Saturday. Rice was one of 10 House Republicans to vote in favor of impeaching Trump.
South Carolina Reports 1st Known U.S. Cases Of Variant From South Africa
"At this time, we have no evidence that infections by this variant cause more severe disease," the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says.
S.C. Gov. Henry McMaster Tests Positive For The Coronavirus
The Republican governor's office said he is "experiencing mild symptoms with a cough and slight fatigue." McMaster's wife also contracted the virus but his office said she is asymptomatic.
NPR Electoral Map: Biden Lead Widens Again With Less Than A Month To Go
At this point, Biden leads nationally and in enough key swing states to reach 270 electoral votes. Still, Trump remains within striking distance in several important places.
S.C. Governor Imposes 11 P.M. Alcohol Curfew For Bars And Restaurants
Gov. Henry McMaster's order will go into effect Saturday night. The governor says it targets young people, who account for nearly 1 in 4 of the state's coronavirus cases.
5 Things To Watch For In Tuesday's South Carolina Democratic Debate
A lot is on the line in the 2020 primary debate. It might be the last chance for moderates to slow Bernie Sanders' momentum. And who comes out better — Joe Biden or Michael Bloomberg? Here's a guide.
5 Takeaways From The Last Democratic Debate Before The New Hampshire Primary
The pressure was on for the Democratic candidates. Minnesota Sen. Amy Klobuchar stood out, but is it too little too late? Others tried to draw clear distinctions.