Government

The city of Charleston, the Mayors’ Commission on Homelessness and Affordable Housing, and We Are Family have opened a resource center for homeless people in Charleston and those at risk of homelessness. … Read More

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce found that tariffs would threaten $3 billion in S.C. exports, including vehicles and steel and iron products. BMW has warned that vehicle tariffs could lead the company to reduce investment in the U.S. … Read More

Charleston-area households that receive federal rental assistance could see their housing costs rise by an average of $940 a year if a federal proposal goes through, according to an analysis by a national nonpartisan research institute. … Read More

You might think it’s a publicity stunt, a photo op. A few pics for the paper, social media or TV footage. Maybe after the first mayor did it, the others thought, “I should tear something down, too.” But we’re certain there’s mo … Read More

An effort in the S.C. Legislature to prevent municipalities from creating their own bans on plastic products failed to pass this session, meaning cities and towns retain the power to decide for themselves. … Read More