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Murdaugh’s retrial to be in Sumter County

Murdaugh’s retrial to be in Sumter County

MORNING HEADLINES | The retrial of former lawyer Alex Murdaugh on charges of murdering his wife and younger son will take place in Sumter County.

by City Paper Staff September 9, 2026September 9, 2026

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Dry weather keeps bacteria levels in Charleston waters low — for now

Dry weather keeps bacteria levels in Charleston waters low — for now

September 3, 2026September 3, 2026

Little Feat offers final farewell Sept. 14-15 in Charleston

Little Feat offers final farewell Sept. 14-15 in Charleston

September 4, 2026

Ticket toppers: Wilson, Johnson make cases for governor

September 4, 2026September 4, 2026

Our View: Beasley, Hastie show what it is to lead

Our View: Beasley, Hastie show what it is to lead

September 3, 2026September 3, 2026

FAVORITE BURGER: Vote in the 2026 City Paper’s Burger Throwdown

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CP Video: Ticket toppers; 9/4/26 issue

CP Video: Ticket toppers; 9/4/26 issue

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Mount Pleasant leaders to talk data center moratorium

Mount Pleasant leaders to talk data center moratorium

September 8, 2026September 8, 2026

Powerhouse Lowcountry attorney Joe Rice dies

Powerhouse Lowcountry attorney Joe Rice dies

September 4, 2026September 4, 2026

SHR 25.36: On S.C. governor’s race, Norman, 2026 playbook

September 4, 2026September 4, 2026

Record heat wave embraces Palmetto State

Record heat wave embraces Palmetto State

September 3, 2026September 3, 2026

FOOD + DRINK

Two Blokes Brewing opens Cannon Street taproom

Two Blokes Brewing opens Cannon Street taproom

September 4, 2026

Ma’am Saab’s Gauba adds new tastes, kitchen leadership

Ma’am Saab’s Gauba adds new tastes, kitchen leadership

September 1, 2026September 4, 2026

arts + music

High-profile events converge on American political views

September 4, 2026

Review: Pure’s world premiere throws cookbook at false piety

Review: Pure’s world premiere throws cookbook at false piety

September 3, 2026September 3, 2026

OPINION

Ask Dr. Jane two-fer: On couples counseling and stressed about sex

Ask Dr. Jane two-fer: On couples counseling and stressed about sex

September 7, 2026September 7, 2026

Brack: Tough messaging ahead for S.C.’s fall campaigns

September 4, 2026September 4, 2026

Brack: Republicans have slight edge in odd race for U.S. Senate

August 28, 2026August 28, 2026

Saul: When did decency become a luxury?

August 28, 2026August 28, 2026

cartoons

Ariail: Back to School

Ariail: Back to School

September 3, 2026September 4, 2026

Stegelin: The further adventures of USPS mascot Mr. Zip

Stegelin: The further adventures of USPS mascot Mr. Zip

September 3, 2026September 3, 2026

more food + drink

Riva Mare brings coastal Italian to the Navy Yard

Riva Mare brings coastal Italian to the Navy Yard

August 28, 2026

Treat yourself to local tomatoes

Treat yourself to local tomatoes

August 21, 2026

more arts + Music

Jazz festival celebrates 20th edition Sept. 5-6 at Gaillard

Jazz festival celebrates 20th edition Sept. 5-6 at Gaillard

August 28, 2026September 5, 2026

“One Creek’s Trash” gathers advocacy treasures

“One Creek’s Trash” gathers advocacy treasures

August 28, 2026

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CALENDAR

What to do Sept. 3 – 10

What to do Sept. 3 – 10

Blotter: New tactics

Blotter: New tactics

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DISH DINING GUIDE

Charleston City Paper: Dish Dining Guide, Summer 2026

Charleston City Paper: Dish Dining Guide, Summer 2026

A-maize-ing corn: Celebrating corn on the plate and in the glass

A-maize-ing corn: Celebrating corn on the plate and in the glass

Bypass the gas station for a back-to-basics fried chicken dinner

Bypass the gas station for a back-to-basics fried chicken dinner

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Charleston City Paper: Swig Bar Guide, Fall 2025

Charleston City Paper: Swig Bar Guide, Fall 2025

Playful Pairings: Wine experts share approachable wine, snack combos

Playful Pairings: Wine experts share approachable wine, snack combos

Bartenders put their unique spins on tried, true cocktails

Bartenders put their unique spins on tried, true cocktails

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