Articles - Marley Bassett

The Arena • October 7 2024

Wave of Reoffenders Emerge After GOP Solicitor Scarlett Wilson’s Office Drops 1,100+ Charges

Charleston, SC—Ninth Circuit Solicitor Scarlett Wilson, a Republican, dismissed over 1,100 criminal charges between July 2020 and June 2024, citing "docket prioritization" as the reason. Wilson, who has held her position since 2007, faces growing scrutiny over the sheer number of dismissed cases, as well as concerns about public safety and her prosecuto…

Charleston, SC—Ninth Circuit Solicitor Scarlett Wilson, a Republican, dismissed over 1,100 criminal charges between July 2020 and June 2024, c...

The Dark Side of Republican State Representative Matt Leber

Republican nominee for South Carolina’s State Senate District 41 Matt Leber’s website reads: “Rep. Leber is a decorated combat veteran, husband, father, patriot, and limited government constitutional conservative who is dedicated to promoting South Carolina values and helping ordinary Americans thrive.” It should also add that he’s been accused of do…

Republican nominee for South Carolina’s State Senate District 41 Matt Leber’s website reads: “Rep. Leber is a decorated combat veteran, hus...

Sister Senators Fall In SC Primaries

With three out of the five “Sister Senators” facing tough reelection challenges this year after voting against the 2023 abortion ban, voters in their districts, for the most part, rejected them in favor of other candidates. Senators Sandy Senn and Penry Gustafson both lost their primary elections, Senator Katrina Shealy is heading into a runoff election…

With three out of the five “Sister Senators” facing tough reelection challenges this year after voting against the 2023 abortion ban, voters i...

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Local News

Lawsuit against LCSD claims detainee had partial amputation because of deputy’s actions

Newberry postal worker attacked by dog on the job, officials say

DPH orders Bishopville assisted living facility to close, citing multiple violations

DPH: Patient’s exposure to deadly brain-eating amoeba happened at Lake Murray

Midlands assisted living facility ordered to close after residents found locked inside

Historic opera house to close for major renovation

New developments in Five Points aim to increase safety, tourism

Local Politics

Blythewood mayor cleared of criminal charges in false imprisonment case

SLED investigating newly elected Chapin mayor

Peter Brown wins re-election to Columbia City Council District 4 seat, preliminary results show

Sam Johnson defeats incumbent Aditi Bussells for Columbia City Council At-Large seat

Columbia city councilwoman claims runoff opponent’s supporters are behind ‘vicious’ online attacks

Columbia City Council defers short-term rental moratorium vote, talks amending ordinance

Calhoun County ends contract negotiations with Sandy Run Volunteer Fire Department

Blythewood votes to change town’s government format

Richland County becomes first SC county to pass hate intimidation ordinance

Columbia City Council to take first vote on proposal to repeal conversion therapy ban

West Columbia tobacco, smoke, hookah businesses now have more regulations - Lexington County Chronicle

Two Lexington County sheriff candidates discuss issues with crime, leadership - Lexington County Chronicle

State Politics

AG Alan Wilson announces 12 arrests in the Midlands as a result of Operation ‘Ganjapreneur’

Gov. McMaster, state leaders reveal updated SC water plan

McMaster issues executive order halting race-based spending quotas for SC agencies

‘Happy to do it’: Gov. McMaster comments on SC National Guard members returning to DC

Full November SNAP benefits issued in South Carolina

SC solicitors call for ‘judicial and mental health reform’ with father of Logan Federico

South Carolina’s complicated history with abortion ban rulings

South Carolina Supreme Court rules to ban abortions after 6 weeks

Wave of Reoffenders Emerge After GOP Solicitor Scarlett Wilson’s Office Drops 1,100+ Charges

The Dark Side of Republican State Representative Matt Leber

Sister Senators Fall In SC Primaries

Efforts ramp up across South Carolina to ban DEI programs, books in higher education, public K-12 schools

Education

Judge rules Midlands school district broke the law with superintendent separation agreement

Richland One superintendent presents findings from 90-day plan

Richland One corrective action plan approved by state Department of Education

Sumter County School Board postpones decision on rezoning, master plan discussion

Judge rules to dismiss NAACP’s federal lawsuit challenging SC curriculum restrictions

Clarendon County School District addresses air quality, other repair concerns at Manning schools

Lexington-Richland School District Five gives update about cyberattack at Monday meeting

USC Turning Point USA chapter hosts Nancy Mace, generates large audience response

USC College of Education, SC Department of Education seek to alleviate statewide teacher shortage

Reopening of South Caroliniana Library sheds light on centuries of state, university history

Amiridis looking to future at State of the University Address: 'The University of South Carolina is in great shape'

Winthrop faculty talks about position cuts

Crime

New report details alleged assault involving Chapin mayor

SC state trooper accused of sexual assault by caregiver during rehab

Sheriff: Richland County man charged after entering mosque armed with AR-15

Irmo charter school employee accused of sexually abusing children asks for bond

Judge denies immunity for ex-Columbia gas station owner charged in teen’s shooting death

Woman claims Blythewood mayor, town employees held her against her will in lawsuit

Former CPD officer receives additional charges related to alleged sexual misconduct from SLED

Kershaw County man arrested after stealing camera, unknowingly photographing himself

SC AG wants death penalty for suspect in Logan Federico case, assigns senior attorney to assist

Judge delays decision on changing ex-SC Rep. RJ May’s trial venue, other government filings

Police search for missing Columbia woman now treated ‘similar to a homicide investigation’

Deputies investigating case of bodies found in Sumter County as double homicide

Sports

Men’s soccer earns first win at home

Newberry College prepares to take on Albany State in quarterfinals of the NCAA Division II playoffs

Gamecock offense struggles in 30-14 loss to Ole Miss

Gamecocks fire offensive coordinator Mike Shula after fourth straight SEC loss

FOOTBALL FRIDAY: First-round games for the 2025 playoffs are set!

Gamecocks RB Rahsul Faison ruled eligible to play this season

Midlands high school football teams kick off their season with scrimmages, jamborees

Gamecock basketball player first from the program to head to NBA Draft green room

South Carolina softball beats UCLA in Game 1 of Super Regional, 9-2

9 South Carolina women’s basketball players make WNBA rosters for 2025 season

Students return to fountain for 3rd women’s basketball title celebration: It's a 'once in a lifetime college memory’

Winthrop Volleyball wins twice

National/International News

What comes next after Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs was found guilty on two counts?

Biden speaks at SC's First in the Nation dinner ahead of upcoming presidential primary election

Vice President Kamala Harris speaks on voting, social justice at King Day at the Dome

Students, faculty show support of Palestine in walkout: ‘We are here to stand for peace'

Conflict in Gaza Strip hits close to home for members of USC community: 'It’s an overwhelming time'