South Carolina Politics & Community: The state is in full succession mode after Sen. Lindsey Graham’s death, with an Emerson poll showing U.S. Rep. Ralph Norman slightly ahead in the GOP special-election race while many voters remain undecided. Public Safety & Justice: In federal court, a Richland County man was sentenced to nine years for shooting at a Black neighbor because of race, underscoring the push for stronger hate-crime protections. Crime & Accountability: In Georgetown County, sex offender Warren Spence Perry posted bond after being arrested for allegedly violating probation by volunteering near children at a church with a school. Child Safety & Law Enforcement: South Carolina AG Alan Wilson announced arrests tied to child sexual exploitation cases, including a Charleston man charged with four counts after an ICAC CyberTipline report. Food & Lifestyle: A new S.C. shrimp labeling rule will require restaurants to disclose imported shrimp on menus starting Oct. 28, following the “Shrimp Gate” controversy. Weather & Health: Triple-digit feels-like heat hit the Upstate with storms possible, while health officials continue reminding families to keep children’s vaccines up to date. Culture & Arts: Penn Center’s National Craft Open Studios Weekend returns July 18-19, spotlighting Gullah-Geechee craft traditions and Lowcountry artists. Sports: Gamecock point guard Maddy McDaniel stepped away from the team for mental health reasons. Local Life: A Charlotte roundup also flagged “teen takeovers” concerns and a proposed 9 p.m. curfew for under-18s.