South Carolina store owner acquitted of murder in 2023 killing of Black teen
Chikei Rick Chow, 61, shot Cyrus Carmack-Belton in the back after chasing him from his convenience store in Columbia. He maintained he acted to defend his son.
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Trump snubs Mace with South Carolina endorsement
President Trump has weighed in on the South Carolina governor's primary, endorsing the opponent of Rep. Nancy Mace. Political strategists Harrison Fields and Dan Kanninen join with analysis.
Democrats make moves in South Carolina
Democrats are courting voters in South Carolina, a key state at play for the midterms and the 2028 presidential election. CBS News' Robert Costa reports.
Why Alabama's redistricting plan was blocked
A federal court has blocked a congressional redistricting plan in Alabama, finding that the map intentionally discriminated against Black voters. Republicans say they'll appeal the decision to the Supreme Court. CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford breaks down the case.
South Carolina Senate rejects Trump's call to redraw congressional map
The South Carolina Senate has rejected President Trump's push to redraw the state's congressional districts in hopes Republicans could gain an extra seat.
New South Carolina congressional map expected
Republican state lawmakers in South Carolina are expected to help advance a new congressional map. Political strategist Antjuan Seawright joins with more details.
What's next for Alex Murdaugh's case?
After the South Carolina Supreme Court overturned Alex Murdaugh's murder convictions, his lawyers are set to hold a press conference Monday to discuss new developments in the case. Meanwhile, prosecutors say they may seek the death penalty in a retrial.
How redistricting efforts could affect midterms
South Carolina's Republican Gov. Henry McMaster has called for a special legislative session centered on redrawing the state's congressional map ahead of the November midterm elections. The legislature is expected to pass a map that could impact the state's only Democratic district. CBS News' Fin Gómez has more on how redistricting efforts across the country could impact future elections.
Court overturns Alex Murdaugh's murder convictions, orders new trial
Alex Murdaugh was convicted of his killing his wife and his son at the family's home in 2021.
Why Alex Murdaugh is getting a new trial
Three years after Alex Murdaugh was convicted of killing his wife and son, the South Carolina Supreme Court on Wednesday overturned the verdict and granted Murdaugh a new trial. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman reports.
Court overturns Alex Murdaugh's conviction
The South Carolina Supreme Court overturned the murder convictions against Alex Murdaugh and ordered a new trial. Murdaugh was found guilty in 2023 of killing his wife and son in 2021. The court questioned "improper" conduct by the county clerk, Becky Hill, who later wrote a book about her time working on the trial. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has more.
Pediatrician hoping to unseat Lindsey Graham
Is South Carolina Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham beatable in his bid for reelection? Dr. Annie Andrews, a pediatrician, is running as a Democrat and she thinks so. Andrews joins "The Takeout" to discuss her campaign.
Woman brings South Carolina town back to life
Darla Moore is a billionaire from Lake City, South Carolina, who saw an opportunity to revitalize her small hometown with ArtFields, a festival that transforms the town into a hub for Southern art and history.
Undefeated UConn upset by South Carolina in women's Final Four
UConn, on a 54-game winning streak, entered the Final Four undefeated for the ninth time in school history.
Jim Clyburn seeking 18th term in Congress
Democratic Rep. Jim Clyburn of South Carolina announced this week that he will seek an 18th term in Congress, despite a years-long push for generational change within the Democratic Party. The 85-year-old says he wants to do what's best for his state and the country. Fin Gómez, CBS News exclusive director of White House and politics, has more.
The Uplift: The town of friendly people
The town of St. George, South Carolina, known for its friendly people, shines during a winter blast – not because of their storm preparedness, but because of their kindness. Plus, more heartwarming news.
Soldier goes on the run with teen after his wife's murder. Is she in danger?
After Cati Blauvelt, 22, was murdered in Simpsonville, South Carolina, her husband, former U.S. Army recruiter John Blauvelt, fled with his 17-year-old girlfriend Hannah Thompson. U.S. Marshals led the cross-country chase for the armed fugitive.
Community comes together to help unhoused man
In a small town in South Carolina, an unhoused man and his dog faced tough conditions and no place to turn when winter weather hit. But thanks to the kindness of strangers, the community came together to make sure he had everything he needed. David Begnaud reports.
Community preserves history and reclaims once segregated bowling alley
The owner of a bowling alley in a small South Carolina city refused to integrate in the 1960s. It spurred peaceful protests until tensions erupted into what's now known as the "Orangeburg Massacre."
Details on South Carolina measles outbreak
A measles outbreak in South Carolina is now the largest in the U.S. since the disease was eliminated more than 20 years ago. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook has more.
South Carolina measles outbreak explodes
Nearly 800 confirmed cases have made South Carolina the latest epicenter for measles. Dr. Jon LaPook has more.
South Carolina measles outbreak now larger than Texas' in 2025, new data shows
South Carolina's measles outbreak has grown to include 789 cases. A West Texas outbreak last year sickened 762 people.
Measles cases surge in South Carolina as U.S. risks elimination status
An infectious disease physician and former CDC official said he does not "have faith" that the U.S. is "handling measles very well."
Parents on edge as massive measles outbreak grows
It's been one year since a measles outbreak in West Texas killed two children and made hundreds of other people sick. While that outbreak is over, another in South Carolina is getting worse. Skyler Henry reports.
The Charleston Church Shooting: Six Years Later
The CBSN Special "The Charleston Church Shooting: Six Years later" marks six years since the fatal shooting at the Mother Emanuel AME Church in Charleston, South Carolina. CBS News contributor Antjuan Seawright speaks with several survivors of the attack, as well as the church’s current Pastor Eric Manning about the events of that day and what lies ahead for the church and the Black community.
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Classified material missing from Epstein files, documents suggest
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Midterm campaigns make final push as early voters hit the polls
At least 68 dead in high-speed train crash in Spain
Dolores Huerta, labor activist and civil rights icon, dies at 96
No clear winner in Israeli election as polls suggest stalemate
Nearly 75% of ex-NFL players who died from 2008-2023 had CTE, study finds
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In Trump's pardon economy, victims lost out on $119M in restitution
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Qatari mediators hand Iran new proposal to end the war
