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Republican attorneys general are calling for an end to what they describe as “political prosecutions” against President-elect Donald Trump. Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird voiced her concerns, stating that the legal actions taken against Trump are not related to actual crimes, but are instead politically motivated. In a recent interview, Bird expressed that these cases are aimed at undermining Trump’s campaign as he seeks the presidency for a second time. She emphasized, “He is innocent. He didn’t do anything wrong.” Bird, along with over 20 other state attorneys general, has reached out to key legal figures, including Special Counsel Jack…

South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster has officially appointed Eunice Medina as the new director of the South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (SCDHHS). Medina will take over the role from Robert Kerr, who retired on November 1, 2024. Medina currently holds the position of chief of staff and deputy director of programs at SCDHHS. Governor McMaster expressed confidence in Medina’s ability to continue the agency’s success, stating, “The South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services has been a model of excellence under Robert Kerr, and nobody is better positioned than Eunice Medina to build on that.” He…

Ariana Grande is ready to make her mark in the upcoming film adaptation of “Wicked.” Her rendition of the well-loved song “Popular” was released online on November 13, generating excitement among fans of the musical. Grande takes on the role of Glinda, a character that first gained fame through Kristin Chenoweth’s portrayal on Broadway in 2003. The song “Popular” tells the story of Glinda as she decides to help her less popular roommate, Elphaba, who is played by Cynthia Erivo in the film, while Idina Menzel originally brought the character to life on stage. On the same day, audiences also…

Ariana Grande, who will play Glinda in the upcoming film adaptation of Wicked, recently pointed out a mistake regarding the song "Popular" on the movie’s official social media channels. On Wednesday, she commented on a lyric video that had incorrect lyrics, taking a friendly jab at the post. The video previews Grande’s performance of the beloved song and contained the line, “I’ll teach you the proper poise when you talk to boys,” along with the caption, “We know about popular.” She responded with a playful message saying, “It’s ploys!!!!!! I love you @wickedmovie.” This mix-up over the lyrics has been…

Riverbanks Zoo Prepares for ‘Wild Lights’ Holiday Event Columbia, SC — Riverbanks Zoo is excited to welcome the holiday season with its second annual Wild Lights event. This magical celebration features over 60 stunning, handcrafted lantern displays that showcase the beauty of wildlife and nature. To give visitors a sneak peek, the zoo recently hosted a preview night, allowing guests to see the vibrant displays up close. Wild Lights will take place on selected nights starting tomorrow and will run until January 12, 2025. For more details on ticket prices and specific times, please visit the zoo’s official site.

Each year, many individuals go missing in South Carolina. Thankfully, most of them are located fairly quickly. Yet, as of October 2024, around 300 cases remain unresolved in the state, according to the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System (NamUs). The statistics show some concerning patterns. More men go missing than women, and there is an alarming overrepresentation of Black individuals in these cases. Although Black residents make up about 24% of South Carolina’s population, they represent approximately 45% of missing persons cases. Children under 12, teenagers, and the elderly are particularly at risk, with mental health issues and lifestyle…

Last week, we reported on a significant port strike that could severely affect America’s supply chain, especially with only thirty-five days left until the 2024 presidential election. The International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA), representing around 45,000 dock workers on the East and Gulf coasts, is preparing to strike at midnight when their current contract with port managers expires. On the morning of September 30, 2024, the North Bergen, New Jersey-based union announced it would not return to negotiations before the deadline, which is now just eleven hours away. The union claims that the U.S. Maritime Alliance (USMX) is hindering the negotiation…

A potential port strike was averted this week as dock workers from the International Longshoremen Association (ILA) reached a temporary agreement with shipping companies. The strike lasted less than four days, allowing approximately 45,000 dockworkers at ports along the East and Gulf coasts to return to work as of October 4, 2024. This quick resolution helped prevent major disruptions to the American supply chain. However, the agreement only addressed wage issues. Workers secured a pay increase of 62% over six years, which is an improvement from a previous offer of 50%, although still less than the 77% raise the union…

Craig Melvin is set to take the co-anchor chair at TODAY alongside Savannah Guthrie. This news comes nearly two months after Hoda Kotb announced her departure from the show. Craig, who has been a part of NBC News for about 14 years, will join Savannah for the 7 and 8 a.m. segments starting January 13. Hoda will say her farewells on January 10. Expressing his excitement, Craig stated, “I am beyond excited and grateful. This is the latest in a long line of blessings.” Savannah also shared her joy about Craig’s new role, noting that when the staff learned about…

Clemson Aims to Keep ACC Title Hopes Alive Against Struggling Pittsburgh The Clemson Tigers, ranked 17th, lost their grip on the ACC title race a few weeks ago after a surprising loss to Louisville. This defeat knocked them out of first place in the conference, but the team is focused on regaining control. Clemson, with a record of 7-2 overall and 6-1 in the ACC, knows that their chances to clinch the ACC championship hinge on their upcoming game against a struggling Pittsburgh squad, who also holds a 7-2 record but only 3-2 in the conference. The game is crucial…