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South Carolina Republicans Pay the Price for Trump's Redistricting Agenda
Trump's redistricting push backfires as South Carolina Republicans lose 10 House seats, their supermajority and longtime political strongholds.

Javar Juarez
15 hours ago6 min read


South Carolina Democrats Make History: A Senate Victory That Changes the Balance of Power
Annie Andrews makes history in South Carolina, while Jermaine Johnson's defeat raises questions about race, campaign funding and party power.

Javar Juarez
2 days ago9 min read


The Power of the Vote: Dr. Jermaine Johnson’s family, faith and the mission behind a New South Carolina
Jermaine Johnson talks family, faith and the personal mission behind A New South Carolina in an exclusive New Progressive Journal interview.

Javar Juarez
Oct 2911 min read


W.E.B. Du Bois, Reintroduced: Rebel With A Cause Brings a Giant of Black History Back to Life
Emmy Award Winning director Rita Coburn brings W.E.B. Du Bois to life in Rebel With A Cause, exploring his legacy, humanity and impact

Javar Juarez
Sep 2810 min read


Mallory Dittmer’s Case for Putting Humanity Back Into Politics
Mallory Dittmer puts humanity back into politics with a campaign focused on affordability, public schools and showing up for voters.

Javar Juarez
Sep 1610 min read


“Forever 25”: Community Mourns Ty’Shon Vogt as Richland County Shuts Down Jerk Hut
Family and friends honor Ty’Shon Vogt at a balloon release as Richland County shuts down The Jerk Hut after the fatal shooting.

Javar Juarez
Jun 186 min read


Jim Crow Politics Cannot Survive a Boycott Economy
South Carolina faces a fierce battle over redistricting as Black leaders mobilize against efforts to weaken Sixth District power.

Javar Juarez
May 137 min read


Questions Grow After Forest Acres Officer Fatally Shoots Man Outside Crowded Club
A Forest Acres officer fatally shot a man outside Relapse Bar & Grill as RCSD investigates the deadly officer-involved shooting.

CUBNSC
May 106 min read


Birmingham Bleeds Again: The Supreme Court and the Voting Rights Act
Supreme Court’s Callais ruling weakens the Voting Rights Act—Birmingham shows the blood, history, and sacrifice that made that law necessary.

Javar Juarez
May 320 min read


Dick Dyer Plants Flag in 29210: Luxury Auto Giant Breaks Ground in Columbia’s “Donut”
Dick Dyer breaks ground on a new luxury auto facility in Columbia’s 29210 corridor, signaling major economic growth and investment.

Javar Juarez
Apr 283 min read


Mullins in Turmoil: Council Vote Sparks Outcry Over Elections, Transparency, and Decorum
Mullins council votes 5-1 to change election timing, sparking outrage over voter access, transparency, and public trust in Marion County

Javar Juarez
Apr 245 min read


Federal Judge Awards $150 Million in Mother Emanuel Cases, Citing Russian Disinformation Campaign
Federal judge awards $150M in Mother Emanuel cases, linking Russian disinformation to Charleston church massacre and racial violence

CUBNSC
Apr 214 min read


Scout Motors Plants Its Flag in Blythewood with Workforce-First Training Center
Scout Motors unveils a major training center in Blythewood, bringing jobs, workforce development, and new opportunity to South Carolina.

CUBNSC
Apr 206 min read


Billy Webster's Financial Web and What It Means for South Carolina's Most Vulnerable Communities
Billy Webster’s record on payday lending, political money, and mining ties raises serious questions in South Carolina’s 2026 governor’s race.

Javar Juarez
Apr 1615 min read


MULLINS STANDS: A Church Full of Witnesses and an Election Being Stolen in Plain Sight
Mullins residents rally against a proposed election change, warning it threatens voting rights and echoes a long history of suppression.

Javar Juarez
Apr 148 min read


Mother Emanuel lawsuit targets Russian disinformation network, alleges role in Charleston church massacre
Inside the lawsuit linking Russian disinformation to the Charleston church massacre, as families seek accountability for the forces behind racial violence and online radicalization.

Javar Juarez
Apr 105 min read


DUTCH SQUARE LAWSUIT MOVES FORWARD IN FEDERAL COURT
Federal judge advances Dutch Square lawsuit, allowing claims against Richland County to proceed toward discovery and potential trial.

Javar Juarez
Apr 34 min read


Heritage or Harm? Why Won't Shane Massey Allow a Hate Crimes Vote in South Carolina
Heritage or Harm? Why Won't Shane Massey Allow a Hate Crimes Vote in South Carolina

Javar Juarez
Mar 2219 min read


Mullins’ Black Mayor and the Tobacco coup d'état
How bloodlines, banking power, civic memory, and Black labor built a South Carolina town — and why its present crisis is bigger than one mayor

CUBNSC
Mar 1520 min read


SC Legislative Black Caucus Pulls Five-Alarm Warning in Rock Hill Over Statehouse Politics
Rock Hill town hall warns of a dangerous Statehouse power imbalance and culture-war politics shaping SC’s future — SC Legislative Black Caucus

Javar Juarez
Mar 79 min read
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