AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoRoad Safety: All lanes were blocked on I-85 northbound at Clemson Boulevard in Anderson County after a multi-vehicle crash early Friday; SCDOT later reported a hazard material spill and a detour was in place. Public Safety & Crime: North Charleston residents reported armed teens, gunfire, and escalating violence during a Fourth of July block party, with newly released 911 calls capturing the chaos before officers were assaulted. State Politics: South Carolina’s in-state abortion numbers fell again in the latest report, showing a 16% overall decline after the 2023 six-week ban. Nuclear Oversight: Plaintiffs in the SRS plutonium pit lawsuit are demanding documents and pushing for an extension of the public comment period tied to pit production. Consumer Protection: A 46-state coalition reached a $45 million settlement with Block over Cash App deceptive fraud-safety marketing. Local Business: Columbia’s Burger Tavern 77 remains unclear after a renovation closure, while Takosushi permanently closed its downtown location in the Arcade Mall. Community & Culture: A Hilton Head Health wellness retreat story highlights the growing wellness tourism trend, and a Sunflower Festival kicks off this weekend at Denver Downs Farm near I-85.
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