South Carolina

Southeast US heat and storms Aug-Sept 2026

24 clusters · 44 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Georgia faces thunderstorms, dense fog, and high heat

Late July and August 2026 saw continued volatility in the Southeast. On July 28, a mesoscale convective system moved across North Georgia, producing straight-line winds up to 75 mph in Catawba County, NC, and causing wid

Newsom faces expanding federal probe and political scrutiny

39 clusters · 172 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Gavin Newsom faces expanding federal criminal probe into travel expenses

Federal scrutiny of Governor Gavin Newsom has intensified as investigators expand a criminal probe into his international travel and personal expenditures. In early September 2026, subpoenas were issued in the Eastern Di

PFAS mitigation, substitution, and regulatory advances

7 clusters · 22 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Rice University researchers develop method to recover fluorine from PFAS

In late July 2026, researchers demonstrated that femtosecond laser processing can create PFAS‑free, water‑repellent surface textures, offering an alternative to fluorinated coatings. Start‑up LITILIT in Lithuania and Ger

Global measles resurgence 2026

85 clusters · 641 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: CDC and Pennsylvania officials dispute measles death reporting

The 2026 global measles resurgence continues to escalate, driven by declining vaccination rates and misinformation. The World Health Organization (WHO) predicts approximately 11 million infections globally this year, wit

Investigation into death of actress Hayden Panettiere

14 clusters · 1257 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Hayden Panettiere death investigation: Boyfriend meets with DEA

The investigation into the death of actress Hayden Panettiere, who died at age 36 on August 16, 2026, in Greenville, South Carolina, continues. While an autopsy reportedly found no signs of physical trauma or foul play,

Netflix docuseries on Mica Miller death

11 clusters · 48 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Mica Miller death highlights coercive control and legislative gaps

Netflix has released a three-part true-crime docuseries titled ‘Death of the Pastor’s Wife’, which investigates the April 27, 2024, death of 30-year-old Mica Miller. Miller was found in North Carolina's Lumber River Stat

PFAS environmental and health impacts

8 clusters · 26 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: EPA nationwide PFAS wastewater survey remains stalled

Research and regulatory scrutiny regarding Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) are expanding across health, environmental, and legal sectors. Medical studies have linked prenatal and early-life exposure

US grocery price inflation persists, consumer concern rises

13 clusters · 53 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: US consumers highlight rising grocery costs through viral social media hauls

By late August 2026, US grocery prices continue to drive significant consumer concern and dietary shifts. Data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics indicates that nationwide grocery prices rose 2.7% over the year end

Parents arrested in death of 5-year-old in Pawleys Island

2 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: South Carolina search for missing five-year-old ends in tragedy

Following the tragic discovery of five-year-old Sailor Hayes’ body in a water canal in Pawleys Island, South Carolina, authorities have arrested her parents, John Herb Hayes III and Geordyn Nichole Hayes of Bristol, Virg

Workplace design, acoustics, and sensory ergonomics

5 clusters · 35 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: Parents arrested in death of 5-year-old autistic girl in South Carolina

Analyses released in late July 2026 emphasize that office layout directly shapes employee focus, stress and output. Companies are adopting cost-effective interventions such as modular desk dividers, acoustic panels, quie

SC Senate race 2026 – Nordone wins GOP runoff

17 clusters · 228 sources · last updated 13 days ago

Latest: Darline Graham wins South Carolina Republican Senate primary

Following her victory in the Republican runoff on August 24, Darline Graham addressed supporters in a victory speech. During the address, she targeted Democratic nominee Annie Andrews, specifically criticizing Andrews’ p

Lawsuit against Charleston memory care facility

3 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: South Carolina nursing home sued after fire ant attack kills senior

The family of 83-year-old Shelba Catterton has filed a lawsuit against Harmony at West Ashley, a memory care facility in Charleston, South Carolina, following her death. The legal action alleges negligence, wrongful deat

Hayden Panettiere death and child stardom discourse

3 clusters · 25 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: Hayden Panettiere dies at age 36 in South Carolina

The death of actress Hayden Panettiere at age 36 has prompted renewed scrutiny regarding the well-being of child stars from the 2000s era. Panettiere, whose career began at age 4, died following a suspected overdose that

Donald Trump’s Republican political influence

4 clusters · 34 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: Donald Trump maintains strong influence in Republican primaries

Donald Trump’s influence within the Republican Party has come under scrutiny during the 2026 midterm election cycle. Initially, strategist Karl Rove advised Trump to minimize his public profile to prevent Democrats from

Joro spider expansion in the United States

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 17 days ago

Latest: University of Georgia study finds Joro spiders do not outcompete native species

The invasive Joro spider, native to East Asia, is expanding its presence across the Southeast United States. First documented in Georgia in 2014, the species has since been reported in more than a dozen states. Researche

Southeastern US residential real estate activity

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 17 days ago

Latest: North and South Carolina luxury real estate listings

Real estate activity in the Southeastern United States continues to highlight high-end and lifestyle-oriented properties in Florida, South Carolina, and North Carolina. Luxury waterfront and estate markets remain promin

Nancy Mace media transition and personal revelations

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 19 days ago

Latest: Rep. Nancy Mace reveals new tattoos during YouTube show debut

Outgoing U.S. Representative Nancy Mace has launched a new YouTube commentary series titled ‘Get Maced’. During the debut of the show, Mace publicly revealed nine tattoos on her arms, which she had previously kept hidden

US hemp and marijuana regulatory shifts

7 clusters · 29 sources · last updated 20 days ago

Latest: U.S. reclassifies medical marijuana to Schedule III as Texas enforces delta-8 THC ban

In July 2026, the USDA lowered the plant-level THC limit for hemp to 0.3% and added a per-container cap of 0.4 mg, moving the crop toward Schedule III. This shift aims to reunite hemp with marijuana under a single schedu

Pete Buttigieg 2028 presidential interest

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 21 days ago

Latest: Pete Buttigieg visits South Carolina to court Black voters

Former U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg has indicated a potential interest in running for president in 2028. In a podcast interview, he stated he is ‘more inclined than not’ to seek the presidency, while noti

US midterm election political outlook

4 clusters · 21 sources · last updated 23 days ago

Latest: Donald Trump warns of potential impeachment if Democrats win midterms

As the U.S. midterm elections approach, political analysis indicates a potential shift in Congressional control. Current polling shows President Donald Trump facing disapproval ratings between 59% and 61%, with Democrats

Solar manufacturing capacity expansion

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 23 days ago

Latest: Solar manufacturers expand capacity through TOPCon upgrades and new US facilities

Translucent Energy announced the launch of a 1.2 GW solar module assembly plant in Summerville, South Carolina. The initial $15.6 million investment is projected to create 167 local jobs. The facility will use flexible N

SC Senate runoff and Ukraine policy shift after Graham death

23 clusters · 954 sources · last updated 24 days ago

Latest: Donald Trump rallies in South Carolina for Darline Graham

Following the death of Senator Lindsey Graham on July 11, 2026, from an aortic dissection, the political landscape in South Carolina and U.S. foreign policy has undergone significant shifts. Interim Senator Darline Graha

Virginia State University shooting and subsequent arrests

4 clusters · 199 sources · last updated 24 days ago

Latest: Virginia State University student charged in campus shooting investigation

A shooting occurred near the Quad Annexes residential area at Virginia State University in Ettrick, Virginia, around 1:30 a.m. on a Saturday morning. The incident left five people wounded, with victims aged between 17 an

Measles surge continues across the Americas and U.S

7 clusters · 80 sources · last updated 25 days ago

Latest: Public health initiatives expand vaccination and disease monitoring across the Americas

By late August 2026, the measles resurgence across the Americas has escalated, marked by fatalities in the United States and new suspected cases in Honduras. In the United States, the outbreak has turned fatal in Lancas

Democratic Party 2028 primary calendar

6 clusters · 101 sources · last updated 27 days ago

Latest: Democratic National Committee approves 2028 presidential primary calendar

On July 24, 2026, the DNC Rules and Bylaws Committee voted 26-19-4 to place South Carolina at the top of the 2028 Democratic presidential primary calendar, moving Iowa off the early-state lineup for the first time in dec

U.S. Atlantic coast sea turtle nesting trends

3 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 29 days ago

Latest: Kiawah Island reports record 495 sea turtle nests

Sea turtle nesting activity along the U.S. Atlantic coast has reached significant milestones. In North Carolina, volunteers reported a record-breaking season with 69 nests documented, a substantial increase from the prev

US vehicle accident safety and legal protocols

3 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 30 days ago

Latest: Safety and legal protocols following vehicle accidents

Information regarding safety and legal protocols following vehicle accidents has been detailed across various US states. In Pennsylvania, drivers are instructed to remain at the scene, render aid, and report incidents t