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Nikki Haley could be Trump’s VP in 2020. Here’s why

Politics & Government

Nikki Haley could be Trump’s VP in 2020. Here’s why

UN Ambassador and former SC Gov. Nikki Haley is reportedly being considered as President Donald Trump’s running mate for vice president in the 2020 election. The former governor is stepping down from the UN.

November 19, 2018 11:10 AM

Jim Clyburn sees clear path to securing No. 3 leadership position

Politics & Government

Jim Clyburn sees clear path to securing No. 3 leadership position

November 19, 2018 12:18 PM

In fight over power bills, SCE&G seeks to disparage ex-employees, $1M nuclear report

Politics & Government

In fight over power bills, SCE&G seeks to disparage ex-employees, $1M nuclear report

November 18, 2018 12:00 AM

‘Tailgating 101’ is an actual class at USC. Here are the school’s 25 weirdest classes

Education

‘Tailgating 101’ is an actual class at USC. Here are the school’s 25 weirdest classes

November 19, 2018 12:00 AM

He rose to pro fishing heights and sank by crime. Drugs and death mar SC angler’s life

Crime & Courts

He rose to pro fishing heights and sank by crime. Drugs and death mar SC angler’s life

November 18, 2018 12:00 AM

Dabo Swinney gives update on Clemson receiver Hunter Renfrow

Clemson University

Dabo Swinney gives update on Clemson receiver Hunter Renfrow

November 18, 2018 06:09 PM

South Carolina opens Clemson week as big-time underdog to the Tigers

USC Gamecocks Football

South Carolina opens Clemson week as big-time underdog to the Tigers

November 18, 2018 06:10 PM

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‘Suspicious odor’ sends 1 to hospital, forces evacuation of Columbia daycare

November 19, 2018 11:47 AM

Massive Maryland run dooms South Carolina women for first loss of the year

November 18, 2018 07:33 PM

South Carolina jumps out to 18-0 lead, never looks back in 35-point rout of GW

November 18, 2018 05:58 PM

Woman was walking when she was hit by car and killed, Lexington County coroner says

November 18, 2018 04:42 PM

Charges filed after 6-year-old brings a loaded gun to SC elementary school

November 18, 2018 11:09 AM

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Gamecocks to face more top 10 teams in tournament

November 18, 2018 08:45 PM

The Gamecocks struggle to find rhythm without A’ja

November 18, 2018 08:59 PM

Top 10 photos as the Gamecocks play Maryland

November 18, 2018 09:01 PM

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Lake Murray mansion sells for $1.4 million

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Lake Murray mansion sells for $1.4 million

November 16, 2018 11:37 AM

USC students advised to lock car doors after string of car break-ins

November 16, 2018 09:00 AM

Want to bet on USC-Clemson game? Here are chances that legal betting will come to SC

November 16, 2018 05:00 AM

There’s a midnight water bandit at large in Lexington. One woman’s bill is proof

November 15, 2018 03:49 PM

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South Carolina bowl projections: Could the Gamecocks really stay this close to home?

Sports

South Carolina bowl projections: Could the Gamecocks really stay this close to home?

November 19, 2018 12:10 PM

Former Louisville, South Carolina recruit Brian Bowen suing Adidas

November 19, 2018 09:02 AM

How do South Carolina coaches talk to players about Clemson week? They don’t have to

November 19, 2018 08:55 AM

As winning streak fades into past, Gamecocks hold onto sweet memories

November 19, 2018 07:30 AM

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Nikki Haley could be Trump’s VP in 2020. Here’s why

Politics

Nikki Haley could be Trump’s VP in 2020. Here’s why

November 19, 2018 11:10 AM

In fight over power bills, SCE&G seeks to disparage ex-employees, $1M nuclear report

November 18, 2018 12:00 AM

How much damage did Hurricane Florence cause in SC? Far less than expected

November 16, 2018 03:07 PM

Upset Denmark residents sue town for putting unapproved chemical in drinking water

November 15, 2018 11:03 PM

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McClatchy editorial cartoons for the weeks of Nov. 5 and 12, 2018

Opinion

McClatchy editorial cartoons for the weeks of Nov. 5 and 12, 2018

November 12, 2018 08:39 PM

Inside the mystery of Donald Trump’s stubbornly loyal political base

November 06, 2018 05:30 AM

Arrington adopts Trump’s hero tactics, refuses to take responsibility

November 13, 2018 01:38 PM

What the midterm elections tell us about the 2020 presidential campaign

November 13, 2018 06:00 AM

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In Depth

In Depth

Battered and low on money, SC’s rural poor suffering from latest storm

Crystal Simmons, a working mother who lives in Wallace, suffered the loss of water, power, phone service and her road during Hurricane Florence. She is among the rural South Carolinians hurt by the storm.

Blogs & Columns

Duke lacked a response to Clemson. That has Cutcliffe concerned about his program’s culture.

November 19, 2018 10:47 AM

Luke DeCock’s AP Top 25 basketball poll ballot: Week 3

November 19, 2018 09:26 AM

After sleepless night, Justin Williams awakened when Hurricanes needed him

November 18, 2018 08:46 PM

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Photo Gallery: North Carolina vs Western Carolina | November, 17, 2018

Photo Gallery: North Carolina vs Western Carolina | November, 17, 2018

November 17, 2018 08:25 PM

Photo Gallery: NC State defeats Louisville

Photo Gallery: NC State defeats Louisville

November 17, 2018 06:56 PM

Photo Gallery: North Carolina vs Tenn Tech | November 16, 2018

Photo Gallery: North Carolina vs Tenn Tech | November 16, 2018

November 16, 2018 11:36 PM

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Matt Thomas of Parmalee talks family, new music, and his love for the Carolinas

Parmalee will perform Nov. 9 at the Vista After Five concert series finale. Oh, and did we mention it’s free?

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We asked folks in Columbia: ‘How do you get in the holiday spirit?’ Here’s what they said

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We asked folks in Columbia: ‘How do you get in the holiday spirit?’ Here’s what they said

November 08, 2018 03:11 PM

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Get all the comfort with none of the work at Bubbie’s Jewish Food Extravaganza

local-events

Get all the comfort with none of the work at Bubbie’s Jewish Food Extravaganza

November 08, 2018 03:14 PM

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