Palmetto State News

U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) introduced legislation aimed at holding countries accountable for financially supporting Iran. During the Trump Administration, Iranian crude exports dropped to as low as 300,000 barrels per day. However, according to United Against Nuclear Iran, under the Biden Administration, Iran exported nearly 1.4 million barrels of oil daily in October 2023.

Governor McMaster appoints new Oconee County treasurer

Governor Henry McMaster has issued Executive Order 2024-12 appointing Gena Acree as Oconee County Treasurer following the retirement of current Treasurer Gregorie W. Nowell, effective July 26, 2024.

Rock Hill man faces charges for possession of child sexual abuse material

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced the arrest of Alan Don Ayers, 60, of Rock Hill, S.C., on five charges connected to the sexual exploitation of minors. Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force investigators with the York County Sheriff's Office made the arrest. Investigators with the Attorney General's Office and Homeland Security Investigations, both members of the state's ICAC Task Force, assisted with the investigation.

Senator Tim Scott hosts annual prayer breakfast with focus on perseverance

U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-S.C.) hosted the 14th Annual South Carolina Prayer Breakfast in Washington, D.C., on July 24, 2024. The event saw participation from Senator James Lankford (R-Okla.), Senate Chaplain Barry Black, members of the South Carolina congressional delegation, and hundreds of South Carolinians.

Myrtle Beach man arrested on child sexual abuse material charges

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced the arrest of Binhaur Chan, 47, of Myrtle Beach, S.C., on three charges connected to the sexual exploitation of a minor. Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force investigators with the South Carolina Attorney General's Office made the arrest. Investigators with the Horry County Sheriff's Office, Conway Police Department, and Homeland Security Investigations, all members of the state's ICAC Task Force, assisted with this investigation.

Ravenel man arrested on child sexual abuse material charges

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced the arrest of Jose Marquez Guzman, 36, of Ravenel, S.C., on two charges connected to the sexual exploitation of a minor. Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force investigators with the Charleston County Sheriff's Office made the arrest.

Lexington man arrested on charges related to child sexual abuse material

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced the arrest of Thomas Clinton Jordan Lockridge, 31, of Lexington, S.C., on ten charges connected to the sexual exploitation of a minor. Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force investigators with the South Carolina Attorney General's Office made the arrest. Investigators with the Lexington County Sheriff's Office, also a member of the state's ICAC Task Force, assisted with this investigation.

Attorney General warns of scammers impersonating ICAC task force members

Attorney General Alan Wilson has issued a warning regarding a scam where individuals falsely claim to be members of his office’s Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) task force or local police to extort money. This fraudulent activity, which has persisted for years, appears to be intensifying and has even involved the misuse of information from an actual investigator in Spartanburg.

Halton MEI USA announces $2.6M investment creating 65 jobs

Halton MEI USA, Inc. selects Anderson County for first South Carolina operation

Analysis: 'Hyper-partisan' voter data group ERIC has 24 member states, including South Carolina

South Carolina is among 24 states that are members of a national voter data group accused of "hyper-partisanship," according to an analysis by Palmetto State News.

Senator Tim Scott calls for resignation of Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle

U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-S.C.) today called on Kimberly Cheatle to step down from her post as Director of the United States Secret Service.

Governor's schedule includes leadership conference and raceway highlight

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Gov. Henry McMaster, Lt. Gov. Pamela S. Evette, and First Lady Peggy McMaster’s schedules for the week of July 22 include the following:

Graham comments on Biden's decision not to seek reelection