From increased law enforcement on South Carolina roads to deadly overnight shootings, here’s what you need to know heading into and beyond the 4th of July holiday.
🚔 South Carolina Highway Patrol warns of stepped-up patrols, DUI checkpoints, and strict enforcement as holiday traffic surges. Speeding and impaired driving were major factors in last year’s deadly crashes.
🔫 A string of deadly incidents across the Carolinas — including shootings in Easley, Seneca, and Union County — has authorities urging caution. Investigations are underway, with officials saying these appear to be isolated incidents.
👶 Meanwhile, in Spartanburg County, Birth Matters is working to reduce Black maternal death rates with doula services and an upcoming health summit to empower mothers.
🇺🇸 Nationally, President Trump signed the sweeping “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” into law during Independence Day celebrations. The bill boosts defense and border security spending but slashes funding for programs like SNAP and Medicaid — raising controversy over its impact on low-income Americans.
Stay with us for the latest on these developing stories.
