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31-05-2025
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Tim Walz encourages SC Democrats to redefine the party with action on policy, not promises
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz called for a shift in Democratic Party values and making concrete changes during a meeting of South Carolina Democrats on May 31. Thousands of voters and political leaders crammed into the Goodman Building at the state fairgrounds to hear Walz at the South Carolina Democratic Party convention, a two-day event in Columbia. The convention started with the Palmetto Blue Dinner on May 30, where Maryland Gov. Wes Moore was the featured speaker. More: Gov. Tim Walz to headline South Carolina Democrat convention More than 1,700 delegates representing each of South Carolina's counties attended this year's convention to strategize and get energized for future elections. Greenville County had 180 delegates at the convention. Walz was welcomed with a standing ovation on the convention's second day. Walz was catapulted onto the national stage after running for vice president in 2024 alongside the party's presidential nominee, then-Vice President Kamala Harris. He has since emerged as a leader in the national Democratic Party and has been touring the country speaking at town halls in Republican-leaning congressional districts. South Carolina Democratic Party Chair Christale Spain introduced Walz onto the convention stage, where he was greeted with cheers and energetic applause from the crowd. He started off by saying it is essential for the Democratic Party to reorganize. He said the party is losing support by electing people who don't turn ideas into action when they get into office. 'Democrats, we have no shortage of good ideas,' Walz said. 'But when we get into power, we have no idea how to get stuff done.' He said it is important for the party to move forward after a loss in the 2024 presidential race and come back stronger for the midterms next year. 'This is a moment,' Walz said. 'This is a moment not just to win the election. This is a moment to transform back to the Democratic Party.' South Carolina earned the nickname 'First in the South,' which means it is often the first Southern state to hold its presidential primary. Charles Morris, the third vice chair of the Greenville County Democratic Party, said that this makes South Carolina an important player in the presidential race, particularly in former President Joe Biden's 2020 win. Biden swept the South Carolina Democratic Presidential Primary race in 2020, which gave him momentum leading into Super Tuesday as he competed against Bernie Sanders. 'We can't look at it that South Carolina is a red state,' Morris said. 'South Carolina can vault candidates to the presidency.' He said that it is important for the state's Democratic Party to focus on bringing in young voters who may have stayed home or voted Republican in the 2024 election. Rep. Jim Clyburn (D-South Carolina) also spoke during the convention and called for Democrats to put in the work right now to flip more seats. 'We are going to have to start that change this year,' Clyburn said. 'We cannot wait until next year.' Spain ran unopposed for the state party's top office and will stay in her leadership role for another two years. She said her focus over the past two years has been on getting more Democratic candidates to win seats in smaller elections, like city council and school board races. 'We've got work to do, and I am going to stay the course,' Spain said. 'I am going to lay it all on the line.' Jaime Harrison, a former Democratic National Committee chair and South Carolina native, said he wants to see more Democrats run for office in the Palmetto State. 'To every single Democratic county party in this room,' Harrison said, 'my charge to you is to recruit a Democrat to run in every single race. Leave not one race uncontested.' Laura DiSabatino is originally from Pennsylvania but moved to South Carolina. This was her first time attending the state's Democratic convention as a Greenville County delegate. 'I felt like it was time for me to get involved,' DiSabatino said. 'Bringing us together is the most important part of this.' In one of the last speeches of the day, State Rep. Jermaine Johnson (D-Richland) said he has assembled an exploratory committee and is considering a run for governor. Johnson said he wants to hear from South Carolinians first to gauge their feelings about him running for office. 'I've gotten calls from Democrats nationwide about considering this opportunity,' Johnson said. 'I don't want to do anything or make any rash decisions without hearing from the people of South Carolina.' More: Judge denies bond for Greenville County resident accused of threatening congresswoman While no one has officially filed to enter the race, U.S. Rep. Nancy Mace (R-South Carolina) hinted at a possible run for governor several times, including at a bond hearing for a Greenville County resident accused of threatening her online. Gov. Henry McMaster, who has been in office since 2017, ends his second and final term in 2026. Bella Carpentier covers the South Carolina legislature, state, and Greenville County politics. Contact her at bcarpentier@ This article originally appeared on Greenville News: Tim Walz gives keynote address at South Carolina Democratic convention
Yahoo
18-05-2025
- General
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Plane crash reported in Greenville County
GREENVILLE COUNTY, S.C. (WSPA) – The Greenville County Sheriff's Office reported that a plane has crashed in Greenville County. At approximately 2:18 p.m., deputies were called out to Old Bramlett Road about the crash. Authorities said that the sole occupant of the plane is uninjured. Details remain limited at this time. 7NEWS will continue to follow this story as more information is revealed. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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10-05-2025
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Pregnant Woman, 28, Dies in Motorcycle Crash After Riding as Passenger on Her Husband's Bike
A pregnant woman died in a motorcycle crash in South Carolina after riding as passenger on her husband's bike Kristin Cheyenne Martinson, 28, was pronounced dead after being transported to a hospital, and her husband, Peter Martinson, is currently in critical condition The woman, who was six months pregnant, shared a 2-year-old son with her husbandA pregnant woman died in a motorcycle crash in South Carolina after riding as passenger on her husband's bike. Kristin Cheyenne Martinson, 28, who went by Cheyenne, was on the bike when it crashed at around 11:30 a.m. local time on Tuesday, May 6, Cleveland 19 News reported, citing the Greenville County Sheriff's Office (GCSO). The driver was identified as Cheyenne's husband Peter Martinson, according to a GoFundMe page. Cheyenne and Peter were both initially transported to the hospital following the crash, but Cheyenne was eventually pronounced dead, according to Cleveland 19 News. Cheyenne was six months pregnant when she died. She and her husband shared a two-year-old son, per the GoFundMe. The circumstances surrounding the cause of the crash have not been released by authorities. The GCSO did not immediately respond to PEOPLE's request for comment on Saturday, May 10. Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. 'It is with heavy hearts that we share the devastating news of a tragic accident involving Peter and his wife, Cheyenne," the GoFundMe page stated. "They were involved in a motorcycle accident that has turned their lives upside down. Cheyenne, who was six months pregnant, tragically passed away along with their unborn child.' According to the fundraising page, Peter is in critical condition and 'fighting for his life, but is stable.' 'In the wake of this unimaginable loss, their two-year-old son now faces a future without his mother and with his father battling for his life," the GoFundMe continued. "The road ahead will be filled with immense challenges, and we are asking for your support to help ease the burden during this incredibly difficult time." The page is seeking donations to cover Peter's hospital bills and household expenses, as well as 'costs associated with caring for their young son.' Read the original article on People
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08-05-2025
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Greenville Co. sees officer-involved shootings every month in 2025
GREENVILLE COUNTY, S.C. (WSPA) – In 2024, there were a total of 45 officer involved shootings in South Carolina, according to the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division. Seven of those happened in Greenville County. So far in 2025, officer involved shootings have happened every month in Greenville County, SLED said. 'We have an officer involved shooting that took place earlier today around 2:40 p.m.,' Greenville County Sheriff, Hobart Lewis said in January. 'The suspect was armed at which time an officer involved shooting took place,' Sheriff Lewis said in May. 'The suspect is deceased.' Greenville County has been involved in five out of 19 of the state's officer involved shootings that were reported this year. Four of those incidents involved deputies at the Greenville County Sheriff's Office. One of those shootings happened January 23 when 45-year-old Sean Scates was shot and killed. There's body camera footage of that day. After blocking the suspect in with their vehicle at a motel, officials said that six deputies fired their weapons. It was confirmed by deputies that Scates was involved in an armed robbery at a gas station in Pickens County, earlier that day. In February, SLED said a South Carolina Highway Patrol trooper fired his weapon at a homeowner off Farrs Bridge Road. The woman was reportedly armed and was responsible for an abandoned vehicle involved in a crash. No one was injured in the shooting. In March, the Greenville County deputies said they responded to a disturbance in Travelers Rest, where 75-year-old Jesse Wright Sr. was shot and killed. 'At some point, the suspect was armed and an officer involved shooting took place that involved two deputies,' Sheriff Lewis said. 'All law enforcement are ok. The suspect is deceased.' 'We are in the 800 block of South Piedmont Highway, where an officer involved shooting took place today,' Sheriff Lewis said in April. A heavy law enforcement presence filled Piedmont Highway as deputies said that they encountered a wanted and armed Anderson County man. Recently on May 4, Greenville County deputies responded to a home in Simpsonville. 'Around 9:50 p.m., deputies responded to a domestic dispute at a home,' Sheriff Lewis said. Sheriff Lewis said the victim was removed from the home but the suspect was armed, and a deputy fired his weapon. The Greenville County Coroner's Office identified the individual shot as 34-year-old James Webster Jr. Per protocol, every officer involved shooting is investigated by SLED. Several weeks after the investigation is complete, critical incident reports are shared with the community and an answer is given on if the shooting is ruled as justified. The investigation into January's shooting has been completed and shared with us. 'Following their investigation, it was determined their (deputies') use of deadly force was justified, according to the sheriff's office use of force policy,' Sheriff Lewis said. The next critical incident report, in relation to the March shooting, will be released on Friday. Others are expected mid-June. To find out more information, you can visit the sheriff's office website. Five Upstate counties have not been involved in an officer involved shooing this year. Those counties include Spartanburg, Abbeville, Oconee, Union, and Laurens. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to WSPA 7NEWS.
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08-05-2025
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Greenville Co. deputies investigating stabbing
GREENVILLE COUNTY, S.C. (WSPA) – An investigation is underway after a man was stabbed, Wednesday evening. Related video: Is violent crime going up in America? Greenville County deputies said they are investigating a stabbing that happened just after 9:45 p.m., Wednesday evening. The stabbing happened at a laundry facility on Poinsett Highway. Deputies said the victim suffered at least one stab wound. He was transferred to the hospital. No suspect is in custody and deputies said they believe the incident is isolated. Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers of Greenville at 23-CRIME. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to WSPA 7NEWS.
