South Carolina

South Carolina Supreme Court Overturns Alex Murdaugh Murder Convictions

South Carolina’s Supreme Court overturned Alex Murdaugh’s murder convictions on May 13, ordering a new trial. Murdaugh was convicted in 2023 of murdering his wife Maggie and son Paul, a case that captivated national attention. The court’s ruling centered on evidentiary disputes. Murdaugh was once a prominent South Carolina attorney before facing numerous financial fraud and insurance scam charges. Prosecutors said they will respond to the retrial order, but no date has been set for the new trial. ...

South Carolina's Measles Outbreak Officially Ends After Sickening Nearly 1,000 People — A U.S. Record

South Carolina has officially declared its nearly 200-day measles outbreak over after nearly 1,000 infections — setting a U.S. state record — while also driving a significant surge in vaccination rates.

Record-Breaking US Measles Outbreak Ends: Vaccination Rates Surge in South Carolina After Nearly 1,000 Cases

South Carolina officially ended its 200-day measles outbreak on April 27, with nearly 1,000 infections. Following the outbreak, vaccination rates in the region surged significantly, suggesting the public health crisis may have driven increased immunization awareness.