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Today at 4:40 PM  Federal authorities in Savannah have charged 33 people as part of an undercover operation into gun and drug trafficking.

Saturday, April 27, 2013  The pressure will be on the House this week to pass a bill strengthening South Carolina's ethics laws.

Thursday, April 25, 2013  Democrats in the South Carolina House say an early voting bill being pushed by Republicans will limit voters' ability to cast a ballot early.

Wednesday, April 24, 2013  A South Carolina Senate panel has advanced a bill aimed at boosting students' chances for success by ensuring they can read by fourth grade.

Wednesday, March 06, 2013  A House panel has advanced a bill designed to keep electronic cigarettes out of juvenile's hands.

Tuesday, February 19, 2013  South Carolina House Speaker Bobby Harrell has proposed the governor appoint the state's top military leader, who's now elected by the general public.

Wednesday, February 06, 2013  South Carolina's regular legislative session would last just three months each year under a measure tentatively approved by the House.

Tuesday, February 05, 2013  Eric Cantor joins a growing list of Republicans who say the party needs to broaden its political appeal.

Tuesday, January 22, 2013  Voters in Greenville County are picking a Republican candidate for a South Carolina House seat.

Thursday, January 17, 2013  President Barack Obama's proposed ban on new assault weapons and large-capacity magazines struck a nerve among rural lawmen and lawmakers.

Wednesday, January 16, 2013  Majorities favor a nationwide ban on military-style, rapid-fire weapons and limits on gun violence depicted in video games, movies and TV shows.

Friday, December 07, 2012  An American Medical Association analysis finds South Carolina has one of the country's least competitive health insurance markets.

Tuesday, December 04, 2012  The South Carolina House has expanded its ethics committee to include an equal number of Republicans and Democrats.

Friday, November 16, 2012  Obama on tricky path in fiscal cliff negotiations with congressional leaders

Wednesday, November 07, 2012  Democrats hold narrow majority in Senate, ensures divided Congress with GOP House