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Saltwater Creeping Into Drinking Water – Could It Affect Your Heart?

April 18, 2026

Rising sea levels aren’t just flooding beaches—they’re quietly changing what comes out of your faucet. In coastal towns worldwide, fresh water supplies are getting saltier as ocean water mixes with underground reservoirs. Scientists found that people drinking this slightly saltier water tend to have

health

Why South Carolina's Black Mothers Face Higher Risks During Pregnancy

April 16, 2026

South Carolina stands out in the U. S. for having some of the biggest gaps in care for Black mothers. These women are twice as likely to die during or after childbirth compared to others. Experts say this isn’t just bad luck—it’s a pattern tied to how healthcare treats people differently based on ra

politics

Chapin Limits New Homes to Protect Its Sewage System

April 15, 2026

The mayor of Chapin, South Carolina, announced that the town will no longer grant wastewater permits for residential projects with more than nine houses. This decision is part of a plan to pause rapid growth until the local treatment plant can be enlarged. The town’s sewage facility is already clos

crime

Former Teacher Faces New Charges After Arrest

April 15, 2026

A 29‑year‑old former social studies teacher in South Carolina was taken into custody on February 10th. The arrest stemmed from allegations of sexual misconduct involving a minor, including claims that he promoted the child’s prostitution and conspired with others. Shortly after his detainment, st

finance

Richland One moves past financial warning, focuses on stronger future

April 15, 2026

South Carolina’s Richland One school district just escaped a financial red flag that had been hanging over its operations for nearly two years. The state first raised concerns in August 2024, bumping the district from a basic watch list to a stricter caution label. Auditors flagged several weak spot

finance

World Bank steps up support for nations struggling after Middle East conflict

April 15, 2026

The World Bank is preparing to release up to $100 billion over the next fifteen months to help countries affected by the war in the Middle East. This amount could exceed the $70 billion it provided during the COVID-19 pandemic. Ajay Banga, the bank’s president, shared these plans during discussions

crime

Teacher in South Carolina faces extra charges after leaving classroom

April 15, 2026

A former social studies teacher from Columbia, South Carolina, now faces more serious legal trouble after leaving his job suddenly. The 29-year-old man, who previously worked at Lower Richland High School, was arrested in February on multiple charges related to minors. These include serious allegati

politics

What’s changing the Senate race math in 2026?

April 14, 2026

Midterm elections often feel like a referendum on the current president, and 2026 might not be any different. Poll watchers are noticing a shift in four Senate races that could shake up the usual assumptions. While the math still favors Republicans keeping their majority, the playing field just got

business

'Uber Faces New Trial After Big Jury Win'

April 13, 2026

The ride‑share giant is headed back to court after a recent $8. 5 million jury award in Arizona, which many see as a warning sign rather than an isolated incident. A woman in Charlotte, North Carolina, will argue that a driver who booked her through the app touched her inappropriately and forced her

politics

Fair Housing Month: A Year‑Long Call for Equality

April 13, 2026

In April, the United States remembers the signing of a pivotal law in 1968 that outlawed discrimination when buying or renting homes. This rule, now almost six decades old, stops bias based on race, color, religion, gender, disability, family status and ethnicity. Each year the Department of Housing