Senate subcommittee hears calls for water‑use transparency and statewide oversight in data‑center siting debate Witnesses told a Senate Judiciary subcommittee that reporting and statewide oversight are needed to measure data‑center water use and avoid community conflict; conservation groups urged DES reporting and limits on PSC authority while utilities described contractual protections for customers.

Megan Chase warns that the lack of clear data on water use from data centers is fueling community fear and misinformation, calling for transparency in the Senate subcommittee hearing.

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State lawmaker warns ICE operations could spread locally; residents urge Huntington Woods to limit cooperation State Rep. Natalie Price told the Huntington Woods City Commission she heard testimony that ICE operations in Minneapolis increased safety and economic harms; residents asked the city to adopt clear policies limiting cooperation with federal immigration authorities. The commission discussed but took no formal local policy action.

State Rep. Natalie Price warns that recent ICE operations pose serious public safety threats and economic harm, urging local leaders to prepare for similar actions in Michigan.

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Catawba Nation leaders advocate for gaming rights in South Carolina to combat poverty Catawba leaders call for gaming expansion to create jobs and improve community resources.

As South Carolina debates the future of gaming, community leaders argue that casinos could be the key to economic revitalization and job creation, especially for the struggling Catawba Nation.

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South Carolina Realtors advocate for balanced short-term rental regulations Lindsay Hutto addresses need for balanced rules on short-term rentals in South Carolina.

The debate over short-term rental regulations in South Carolina is heating up, with lawmakers weighing the economic benefits against community concerns.

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Disaster Recovery Officials Assess Impact of Hurricane Hilleen and Request $43M for Relief Officials outline a $150M recovery plan for Hurricane Hilleen and request additional funds.

Hurricane Hilleen has wreaked unprecedented havoc in South Carolina, with 443,000 disaster assistance applications flooding in—three times more than previous storms combined.

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South Carolina Senate opens session with prayers for unity and safety Senators seek guidance for safer communities amid rising tragedies in South Carolina.

In a poignant session marked by prayer and remembrance, South Carolina senators confront the urgent need for unity and safety in the face of rising tragedies.

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Committee reviews golf cart bill amid safety concerns in local communities Committee discusses 2021 golf cart bill while addressing safety and local decision-making.

South Carolina's lawmakers are grappling with a controversial golf cart bill that could redefine public safety on local roads—will freedom win over caution?

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