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Attorneys general urge Congress on prison cell phone jamming legislation

By Palmetto State News | Mar 26, 2025

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson has joined a bipartisan group of attorneys general urging Congress to address the issue of contraband cell phones in prisons.

Attorney General urges consumer action on $39 million Apotex drug price settlement

By Palmetto State News | Mar 26, 2025

Attorney General Alan Wilson is encouraging consumers to verify their eligibility for compensation related to certain generic drug purchases.

Graham supports Trump national security team after Houthi strike

By Palmetto State News | Mar 26, 2025

U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina expressed his support for President Trump's national security team following the administration's strike on Houthi military infrastructure.

Senators propose bill to ban cellphones in prisons

By Palmetto State News | Mar 26, 2025

U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina has partnered with Senator Tom Cotton from Arkansas to propose a new legislative measure aimed at preventing the use of contraband cellphones in correctional facilities.

Darlington woman charged with forgery and Medicaid fraud

By Palmetto State News | Mar 26, 2025

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson has announced the arrest of Angela D. Harrison, a 51-year-old resident of Darlington, South Carolina.

South Carolina sees 15.1% increase in transfer reliance since 1970

By Palmetto State News | Mar 25, 2025

In 2022, government transfers contributed 22.4% of income in South Carolina. How does this compare to historical figures?

Lexington man sentenced to four decades in prison for child sex crimes

By Palmetto State News | Mar 25, 2025

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson has announced the sentencing of Daniel Wayne Robert Miller, a Lexington County resident, to 40 years in prison for child sex crimes.

South Carolina AG advises caution amid 23andMe's bankruptcy filing

By Palmetto State News | Mar 25, 2025

Attorney General Alan Wilson has advised South Carolinians with 23andMe accounts to consider deleting them.

Senator Scott questions Dr. Oz on healthcare issues at confirmation hearing

By Palmetto State News | Mar 25, 2025

Recently, U.S. Senator Tim Scott, a member of the Senate Finance Committee, engaged in a dialogue with Dr. Mehmet Oz during his confirmation hearing. Dr. Oz has been nominated by President Trump to lead the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.

NFIB supports tort reform bill targeting lawsuit abuse in South Carolina

By Palmetto State News | Mar 25, 2025

South Carolina's prominent small business advocacy group, the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), announced it will key-vote on S.244, a piece of legislation aimed at reducing lawsuit abuse in the state.