Dec. 6

On this edition of Carolina Insider, after nearly a decade lying in a state of disrepair, fixes are coming for the Columbia Canal, USC students may be waiting in line for a study space come finals, and Columbia artists say they’re having to hit the road to find a place to sell their wares.

Producer: Vivek Crowe, Associate Producer/Graphics/Teleprompter: Delaney Flanagan, Anchor: Emily Cundiff, Field Reporter: Cara Setzer

Director: Cara Setzer, Technical Director/Video Editor: Stephanie Adkisson, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: John Baylor Altman, Audio Operator: Mary Grace Copeland, Executive Producer/Clips Operator: Laura Smith

Dec. 4

On this edition of Carolina Insider, USC remembers a civil rights leader, some students celebrate the impending redevelopment of an out-of-date dorm, and city leaders in Columbia approve bringing new health and wellness options to Bluff Road.

Producer: Ansley Peterson, Associate Producer/Graphics/Teleprompter: Clarissa Meier, Anchor:  John Baylor Altman, Field Reporter: Madelyn Cooper 

Director: Barlow Cooper, Technical Director/Video Editor: Mary Grace Copeland, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Emily Cundiff, Audio Operator: Stephanie Adkisson, Executive Producer/Clips Operator: Laura Smith

Nov. 22

On this edition of Carolina Insider, flying to Florida is about to get cheaper, a new development near Columbia’s airport could give travelers a place to lay their heads, and medical experts are not laughing about a gas that’s growing in popularity among teens.

Producer: Stephanie Adkisson, Associate Producer/Graphics/Teleprompter: Delaney Flanagan, Anchor: Cara Setzer, Field Reporter: Emily Cundiff

Director: Emily Cundiff, Technical Director/Video Editor: Vivek Crowe, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Madelyn Cooper, Audio Operator: Clarissa Meier, Executive Producer/Clips Operator: Laura Smith

Nov. 20

On this edition of Carolina Insider, a groundbreaking grant for USC could improve education outcomes statewide, the annual Carolina-Clemson blood drive gets underway, and see why women’s rugby is hitting record participation.

Producer: John Baylor Altman, Associate Producer/Graphics/Teleprompter: Ansley Peterson, Anchor:  Madelyn Cooper, Field Reporter: Barlow Cooper

Director: Mary Grace Copeland, Technical Director/Video Editor: Clarissa Meier, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Cara Setzer, Audio Operator: Vivek Crowe, Executive Producer/Clips Operator: Laura Smith

Nov. 15

On this edition of Carolina Insider, USC brings back night busses to improve safety, a new tax could help some Richland County drivers with their own road issues, and a local cosmetics business makes inroads against the corporate giants.

Producer: Cara Setzer, Associate Producer/Graphics/Teleprompter: Stephanie Adkisson, Anchor: Emily Cundiff, Field Reporter: Vivek Crowe

Director: Vivek Crowe, Technical Director/Video Editor: Delaney Flanagan, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Mary Grace Copeland, Audio Operator: Ansley Peterson, Executive Producer/Clips Operator: Laura Smith

Nov. 13

On this edition of Carolina Insider, South Carolina hits a new voter turnout record, some Columbia women are on alert after drugging allegations at a bar near USC, and see how other students are lining up to find houses close to campus.

Producer: Madelyn Cooper, Associate Producer/Graphics/Teleprompter: John Baylor Altman, Anchor:  Barlow Cooper, Field Reporter: Mary Grace Copeland

Director: Clarissa Meier, Technical Director/Video Editor: Ansley Peterson, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Mary Grace Copeland, Audio Operator: Delaney Flanagan, Executive Producer/Clips Operator: Laura Smith

Nov. 1

On this edition of Carolina Insider, a fire at a popular bar-b-que joint leads to a statewide shut down, a look into what issues Gen Z cares about in this year’s elections, and find out why international athletes are missing out on lucrative moneymaking deals.

Producer: Emily Cundiff, Associate Producer/Graphics/Teleprompter: Cara Setzer, Anchor: Vivek Crowe, Field Reporter: Delaney Flanagan 

Director: Delaney Flanagan, Technical Director/Video Editor: Stephanie Adkisson, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Mary Grace Copeland, Audio Operator: John Baylor Altman, Executive Producer/Clips Operator: Laura Smith

Oct. 30

On this edition of Carolina Insider, a court ruling leads to major changes for some voters, the Carolina Band gears up for its trip to the Big Apple, and learn how college students help local animal shelters meet their mission.

Producer: Barlow Cooper, Associate Producer/Graphics/Teleprompter: Madelyn Cooper, Anchor:  Mary Grace Copeland, Field Reporter: Clarissa Meier

Director: Ansley Peterson, Technical Director/Video Editor: John Baylor Altman, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Vivek Crowe, Audio Operator: Stephanie Adkisson, Executive Producer/Clips Operator: Laura Smith

Oct. 16 - Afternoon

On this edition of Carolina Insider, earthquakes shake up the Upstate, an update on the Uncensored America lawsuit against USC, and how The Nickelodeon Theater is showing up for film buffs in the Midlands.

Producer: Vivek Crowe, Associate Producer/Graphics/Teleprompter: Emily Cundiff, Anchor: Delaney Flanagan, Field Reporter: Stephanie Adkisson

Director: Stephanie Adkisson, Technical Director/Video Editor: Cara Setzer, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Ansley Peterson, Audio Operator: Madelyn Cooper, Executive Producer/Clips Operator: Laura Smith

Oct. 16 - Morning

On this edition of Carolina Insider, Columbia’s street parking rates are changing, the State Fair makes changes to improve safety, and how your campus connection could be getting better.

Producer: Mary Grace Copeland, Associate Producer/Graphics/Teleprompter: Barlow Cooper, Anchor: Clarissa Meier, Field Reporter: Ansley Peterson

Director: John Baylor Altman, Technical Director/Video Editor: Madelyn Cooper, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Delaney Flanagan, Audio Operator: Cara Setzer, Executive Producer/Clips Operator: Laura Smith

Oct. 11

On this edition of Carolina Insider, South Carolina extends the voter registration deadlines due to Hurricane Helene, a new campus renovation plan takes an important step forward, and a look into the construction in Five Points.

Producer: Delaney Flanagan, Associate Producer/Graphics/Teleprompter: Vivek Crowe, Anchor: Stephanie Adkisson, Field Reporter: Cara Setzer

Director: Cara Setzer, Technical Director/Video Editor: Emily Cundiff, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Ansley Peterson, Audio Operator: Barlow Cooper, Executive Producer/Clips Operator: Laura Smith

Oct. 9

On this edition of Carolina Insider, Blue Ridge Parkway closes due to damage from Hurricane Helene, Columbia’s airport sees record growth, and USC students celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month.

Producer: Clarissa Meier, Associate Producer/Graphics/Teleprompter: Mary Grace Copeland, Anchor: Ansley Peterson, Field Reporter: John Baylor Altman

Director: Madelyn Cooper, Technical Director/Video Editor: Barlow Cooper, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Stephanie Adkisson, Audio Operator: Emily Cundiff, Executive Producer/Clips Operator: Laura Smith

Oct. 4

On this edition of Carolina Insider, colleges and universities work to reopen after Hurricane Helene slams North Carolina, USC students have a new housing option come Fall, and the Gamecocks prepare to battle the Rebels in this weekend’s football matchup.

Producer: Delaney Flanagan, Associate Producer/Graphics/Teleprompter: Vivek Crowe, Anchor: Stephanie Adkisson, Field Reporter: Cara Setzer

Director: Cara Setzer, Technical Director/Video Editor: Emily Cundiff, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: John Baylor Altman, Audio Operator: Barlow Cooper, Executive Producer/Clips Operator: Laura Smith

Oct. 2

On this edition of Carolina Insider, Governor McMaster issues a State of Emergency, floodwaters rise at the Riverwalk, and a new rideshare service makes its way in Columbia.

Producer: Clarissa Meier, Associate Producer/Graphics/Teleprompter: Mary Grace Copeland, Anchor: Ansley Peterson, Field Reporter: John Baylor Altman

Director: Madelyn Cooper, Technical Director/Video Editor: Barlow Cooper, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: John Baylor Altman, Audio Operator: Emily Cundiff, Executive Producer/Clips Operator: Laura Smith

April 18

On this edition of Carolina Insider, USC graduate programs gain some new national rankings, the School of Journalism and Mass Communications celebrates its 100-year anniversary, and a look into ongoing price increases in video games. 

Producer: Bridget Bruchalski, Associate Producer/Graphics/Teleprompter: Justin Mitchell, Anchor: Grace Berkery, Field Reporter: Violet Raftery

 Director: Emily Tartt, Technical Director/Video Editor: Jasmine Creech, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Destini Austin, Audio Operator: Damian Bertrand, Executive Producer/Clips Operator: Zane Heinlein

April 17

On this edition of Carolina Insider, the City of Columbia holds its third national-title parade for the Gamecock women’s basketball team, food allergies create complications for on-campus dining, and the health impacts of Gen Z nicotine use. 

Producer: Emma Connelly, Associate Producer/Graphics/Teleprompter: Taylor Cooper, Anchor: Macaila Bogle, Field Reporter: Destini Austin

Director: Ava Gildea, Technical Director/Video Editor: Damian Bertrand, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Violet Raftery, Audio Operator: Jasmine Creech, Executive Producer/Clips Operator: Zane Heinlein

April 11

On this edition of Carolina Insider, a look into a lawsuit over USC’s newest dorm and Columbia residents, a local soccer team’s plan to ignite fandom, and the changes coming to the roads in Five Points. 

Producer: Grace Berkery, Associate Producer/Graphics/Teleprompter: Bridget Bruchalski, Anchor: Violet Raftery, Field Reporter: Emily Tartt

Director: Jasmine Creech, Technical Director/Video Editor: Justin Mitchell, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Ava Gildea, Audio Operator: Taylor Cooper, Executive Producer/Clips Operator: Zane Heinlein

April 10

On this edition of Carolina Insider, frustration bubbles over the USC nursing program’s rigorous admission cycle, an answer to Columbia’s plentiful potholes, and the revival of traditions after the Gamecock women’s basketball team’s victory. 

Producer: Macaila Bogle, Associate Producer/Graphics/Teleprompter: Emma Connelly, Anchor: Destini Austin, Field Reporter: Ava Gildea

Director: Damian Bertrand, Technical Director/Video Editor: Taylor Cooper, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Emily Tartt, Audio Operator: Justin Mitchell, Executive Producer/Clips Operator: Zane Heinlein

April 4

On this edition of Carolina Insider, an update on a state bill targeting DEI on college campuses, the limitations of artificial intelligence in the classroom, and the future of liquor liability laws in South Carolina. 

Producer: Violet Raftery, Associate Producer/Graphics/Teleprompter: Grace Berkery, Anchor: Emily Tartt, Field Reporter: Jasmine Creech 

Director: Justin Mitchell, Technical Director/Video Editor: Bridget Bruchalski, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Damian Bertrand, Audio Operator: Emma Connelly, Executive Producer/Clips Operator: Zane Heinlein

April 3

On this edition of Carolina Insider, USC students express concern over an expected record-breaking freshman class size, the impacts of colleges and universities moving away from test optional admissions, and where to catch the solar eclipse.

Producer: Destini Austin, Associate Producer/Graphics/Teleprompter: Macaila Bogle, Anchor: Ava Gildea, Field Reporter: Damian Bertrand 

Director: Taylor Cooper, Technical Director/Video Editor: Emma Connelly, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Jasmine Creech, Audio Operator: Bridget Bruchalski, Executive Producer/Clips Operator: Zane Heinlein

March 28

On this edition of Carolina Insider, a deep dive into bills moving through the South Carolina State House targeting DEI initiatives on college campuses and gender-reaffirming care, as well as exploring an affordable housing initiative in Columbia. 

Producer: Emily Tartt, Associate Producer/Graphics/Teleprompter: Violet Raftery, Anchor: Jasmine Creech, Field Reporter: Justin Mitchell

Director: Bridget Bruchalski, Technical Director/Video Editor: Grace Berkery, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Taylor Cooper, Audio Operator: Macaila Bogle, Executive Producer/Clips Operator: Zane Heinlein

March 27

On this edition of Carolina Insider, the latest updates on the new renovations coming to USC’s Russell House, the impacts of birth control misconceptions circling social media, and delve into the attendance surge for the Gamecock women’s basketball team.

Producer: Ava Gildea, Associate Producer/Graphics/Teleprompter: Destini Austin, Anchor: Damian Bertrand, Field Reporter: Taylor Cooper

Director: Emma Connelly, Technical Director/Video Editor: Macaila Bogle, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Justin Mitchell, Audio Operator: Grace Berkery, Executive Producer/Clips Operator: Zane Heinlein

March 21

On this edition of Carolina Insider, a breakdown of the South Carolina open carry handgun law, a recent ranking keeping college students in Columbia, and how USC is incorporating virtual reality in the classroom.

Producer: Jasmine Creech, Associate Producer/Graphics/Teleprompter: Emily Tartt, Anchor: Justin Mitchell, Field Reporter: Bridget Bruchalski

Director: Grace Berkery, Technical Director/Video Editor: Violet Raftery, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Emma Connelly, Audio Operator: Destini Austin, Executive Producer/Clips Operator: Zane Heinlein

March 20

On this edition of Carolina Insider, many Gen Z college students may not be prepared for post-graduation finances, the latest on a possible TikTok ban, and a peek into the art of glassblowing. 

Producer: Damian Bertrand, Associate Producer/Graphics/Teleprompter: Ava Gildea, Anchor: Taylor Cooper, Field Reporter: Emma Connelly

Director: Macaila Bogle, Technical Director/Video Editor: Destini Austin, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Bridget Bruchalski, Audio Operator: Violet Raftery, Executive Producer/Clips Operator: Zane Heinlein

Feb. 29

On this edition of Carolina Insider, a USC student expresses concern over President Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan, an electric vehicle company’s proposal to preserve South Carolina wetlands, and how a local organization is highlighting Columbia’s history. 

Producer: Justin Mitchell, Associate Producer/Graphics/Teleprompter: Jasmine Creech, Anchor: Bridget Bruchalski, Field Reporter: Grace Berkery

Director: Violet Raftery, Technical Director/Video Editor: Emily Tartt, Audio Operator: Ava Gildea, Executive Producer/Clips Operator: Zane Heinlein

Feb. 28

On this edition of Carolina Insider, USC campus police weigh in on murders at Southeast colleges, the implications of voice-replica artificial intelligence, and Nikki Haley’s plan forward after losing the 2024 South Carolina Republican presidential primary. 

Producer: Taylor Cooper, Associate Producer/Graphics/Teleprompter: Damian Bertrand, Anchor: Grace Berkery, Field Reporter: Emma Connelly

Director: Destini Austin, Technical Director/Video Editor: Ava Gildea, Audio Operator: Emily Tartt, Executive Producer/Clips Operator: Zane Heinlein

Feb. 22

On this edition of Carolina Insider, some state Republican groups are urging Democratic voters to side with Nikki Haley, a dive into the trend of exploring abandoned buildings, and a bill that could allow liquor stores to stay open longer. 

Producer: Justin Mitchell, Associate Producer/Graphics: Emily Tartt, Anchor: Bridget Bruchalski, Field Reporter: Grace Berkery

Director: Violet Raftery, Technical Director/Video Editor: Emily Tartt, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Macaila Bogle, Audio Operator: Ava Gildea, Executive Producer/Clips Operator: Zane Heinlein

Feb. 21

On this edition of Carolina Insider, the latest on Nikki Haley’s 2024 presidential campaign amidst former President Donald Trump’s lead, a deeper look into the debate over controversial statues around Columbia, and see why FAFSA is confusing college students across the country. 

Producer: Taylor Cooper, Associate Producer/Graphics/Teleprompter: Damian Bertrand, Anchor: Emma Connelly, Field Reporter: Macaila Bogle

Director: Destini Austin, Technical Director/Video Editor: Ava Gildea, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Grace Berkery, Audio Operator: Emily Tartt, Executive Producer/Clips Operator: Zane Heinlein

Dec. 8

On this edition of Carolina Insider, new data shows that young voters’ opinions on the ongoing war in the Middle East have shifted over the last two months, the state legislature will soon consider a new sales tax on Delta 8 products, and see what local drag queens are saying about a bill that would deem their industry “sexually-oriented.” 

Producer/Teleprompter: Emily Okon, Anchor/Field Reporter: Sarah Craft

Director/Field Photographer: Brianna Rao, Technical Director/Video Editor: Austin Lozinak, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Kiki Gushue, Audio Operator: Laura Smith, EP/Clips Operator: Will Kronsberg 

Dec. 6

On this edition of Carolina Insider, flu cases are on the rise in the state of South Carolina, a new forecast on the state’s economy shows positive signs for the future despite persistent inflation, and hear how employees at USC are calling for higher wages headed into the new year. 

Producer: Davia Pugh, Associate Producer/Graphics/Teleprompter: Zane Heinlein, Anchor: Chloe Castain, Field Reporter: Spencer Ball

Director: Laura Smith, Field Photographer: Rachel Manning, Technical Director/Video Editor: Amanda Petty, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Sarah Craft, Audio Operator: Austin Lozinak, EP/Clips Operator: Will Kronsberg

Dec. 1

On this edition of Carolina Insider, the City of Columbia rejects a settlement to clean up local drinking water, recent graduates are having an increasingly hard time finding a job right out of college, and Taylor Swift fans at USC may soon be able to turn their passion into course credit starting next year. 

Producer: Kiki Gushue, Associate Producer/Graphics/Teleprompter: Brianna Rao,Anchor: Sarah Craft, Field Reporter: Emily Okon 

Director: Austin Lozinak, Technical Director/Video Editor: Brianna Rao, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Rachel Manning, Audio Operator: Zane Heinlein, EP/Clips Operator: Will Kronsberg 

Nov. 29

On this edition of Carolina Insider, funeral services for Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter, how one USC student organization has adapted to losing its funding this semester, and the Gamecock men’s basketball team is starting off its 2023-24 season on a win streak.

Producer: Chloe Castain, Associate Producer/Graphics/Teleprompter: Davia Pugh, Anchor: Spencer Ball, Field Reporter: Rachel Manning 

 Director/Field Photographer: Amanda Petty, Technical Director/Video Editor: Zane Heinlein, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Emily Okon, Audio Operator: Kiki Gushue, EP/Clips Operator: Will Kronsberg 

Nov. 17

On this edition of Carolina Insider, Richland County’s sexually transmitted disease rate ranks among the worst in the nation, USC’s law school has a new name thanks to a major donation, and a new member leads to a name change for the University’s dance team, too.

Producer: Sarah Craft, Associate Producer/Graphics/Teleprompter: Kiki Gushue, Anchor: Emily Okon, Field Reporter: Austin Lozinak 

Director: Brianna Rao, Technical Director/Video Editor: Davia Pugh, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Amanda Petty, Audio Operator: Laura Smith, EP/Clips Operator: Will Kronsberg 

Nov. 15

On this edition of Carolina Insider, local firefighters are increasingly leaving the job as they struggle to make ends meet, a new kind of conviction for Alex Murdaugh, and see how a group at USC is creating more visibility on campus during Transgender Awareness Week.

Producer: Spencer Ball, Associate Producer/Graphics/Teleprompter: Chloe Castain, Anchor: Rachel Manning, Field Reporter: Amanda Petty 

Director/Field Photographer: Zane Heinlein, Technical Director/Video Editor: Davia Pugh, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Emily Okon, Audio Operator: Laura Smith, EP/Clips Operator: Will Kronsberg 

Nov. 10

On this edition of Carolina Insider, a USC professor publishes new data about the increased mental health risks among veterans in South Carolina, a program at USC allows faculty and students to explore new research opportunities in virtual reality, and find out why the Peach State now  has the last Giant pandas in America.

Producer: Emily Okon, Associate Producer/Graphics/Teleprompter: Sarah Craft, Anchor: Kiki Gushue, Field Reporter: Brianna Rao 

Director: Laura Smith, Technical Director/Video Editor: Austin Lozinak, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Zane Heinlein, Audio Operator: Chloe Castain, EP/Clips Operator: Will Kronsberg 

Nov. 8

On this edition of Carolina Insider, University of South Carolina students express uncertainty about the 2024 presidential candidates, the Peace Corps revitalizes recruiting efforts on college campuses amid a dip in national volunteering, and this year’s Christmas tree as it arrives the Statehouse. 

Producer: Rachel Manning, Associate Producer/Graphics/Teleprompter: Spencer Ball, Anchor: Amanda Petty, Field Reporter: Zane Heinlein 

Director: Davia Pugh, Technical Director/Video Editor: Chloe Castain, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Brianna Rao, Audio Operator: Emily Okon, EP/Clips Operator: Will Kronsberg 

Nov. 3

On this edition of Carolina Insider, the Congaree River cofferdam finishes ahead of schedule, making the Congaree safer than before, antisemitism is on the rise on college campuses amid the Israel-Hamas War, and see how one group showed support for Israel with a workout on the Horseshoe. 

Producer: Austin Lozinak, Associate Producer/Graphics/Teleprompter: Emily Okon, Anchor: Brianna Rao, Field Reporter: Kiki Gushue 

Director/Field Photographer: Sarah Craft, Technical Director/Video Editor: Spencer Ball, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Davia Pugh, Audio Operator: Laura Smith, EP/Clips Operator: Will Kronsberg 

Nov. 1

On this edition of Carolina Insider, as Richland County’s population grows faster than any other county in the state, find out how businesses are getting in on the boom.  International students speak out after unexpected housing costs appear on their bill.  And find out how the South Carolina women’s basketball team got in on the Halloween festivities this year.

Producer: Amanda Petty, Associate Producer/Graphics/Teleprompter: Rachel Manning, Anchor: Zane Heinlein, Field Reporter: Davia Pugh 

Director/Field Photographer: Chloe Castain, Technical Director/Video Editor: Spencer Ball, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Kiki Gushue, Audio Operator: Laura Smith, EP/Clips Operator: Will Kronsberg 

Oct. 27

On this edition of Carolina Insider, local senior citizens must find a new place to live after learning their apartment building is closing for renovations, top high school students from the Palmetto State may soon be able to attend USC for free, and find out why the Mighty Sound of the Southeast will soon be traveling north. 

Producer: Brianna Rao, Associate Producer/Graphics/Teleprompter: Austin Lozinak, Anchor: Kiki Gushue, Field Reporter: Sarah Craft 

Director: Laura Smith, Technical Director/Video Editor: Rachel Manning, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Chloe Castain, Audio Operator: Zane Heinlein, EP/Clips Operator: Will Kronsberg 

Oct. 25

On this edition of Carolina Insider, parents and students in Richland County protest a mid-year teacher shakeup, new technology spurs an increased risk for online scams, and USC’s Greek organizations celebrate Halloween with the Columbia community. 

Producer: Zane Heinlein, Associate Producer/Graphics/Teleprompter: Amanda Petty, Anchor: Davia Pugh, Field Reporter: Chloe Castain 

Director/Field Photographer: Emily Okon, Technical Director/Video Editor: Rachel Manning, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Sarah Craft, Audio Operator: Laura Smith, EP/Clips Operator: Will Kronsberg 

Oct. 20

On this edition of Carolina Insider, local senior citizens scramble to find new housing after they learn their apartment building is closing for, an overcrowded Columbia animal shelter encourages adoptions as it looks for ways to make space, and find out how people in the Midlands are gearing up for the Famously Hot S.C. Pride. 

Producer: Brianna Rao, Associate Producer/Graphics/Teleprompter: Austin Lozinak, Anchor: Kiki Gushue, Field Reporter: Sarah Craft 

Director/Field Photographer: Emily Okon, Technical Director/Video Editor: Spencer Ball, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Chloe Castain, Audio Operator: Rachel Manning, EP/Clips Operator: Will Kronsberg 

Oct. 18

On this edition of Carolina Insider, protestors at the South Carolina Statehouse call for support for Palestinians living in the Gaza Strip, new technology makes it easier for you to get scammed online, and hear what new foods you can expect at this year’s South Carolina State Fair.

Producer: Zane Heinlein, Associate Producer/Graphics/Teleprompter: Amanda Petty, Anchor: Davia Pugh, Field Reporter: Chloe Castain 

Director/Field Photographer: Spencer Ball, Technical Director/Video Editor: Rachel Manning, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Sarah Craft, EP/Clips Operator: Will Kronsberg 

April 28

On this edition of Carolina Insider, the U.S. Supreme Court is nearing a major decision that could further limit abortion options in the U.S., protests broke out in Russell House after a new USC student group welcomed its first guest speaker, and find out how a shortened summer for schools in nearby Aiken may mean more breaks for the students later on.

Producer: Ciera Shackleford, Associate Producer/Graphics/Teleprompter: Michael McGee, Anchor: Madelyn Weston, Field Reporter: Chanel Owens 

Director/Field Photographer: Haley Bowick, Technical Director/Video Editor: Jada Kirkland, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Harrison Crawford, Audio Operator: Altasia Johnson, Clips Operator: Sallie McLeod

April 28

On this edition of Carolina Insider, Columbia College is hiring a new president with significant ties to education in the Midlands, the City of Columbia is debuting a new program to help its residents one grocery delivery at a time, USC students are finding a new way to make money while providing a life-saving service, and a behind-the-scenes look at an unsung sports club headed to Charleston for a major tournament.

Producer: Jack Wolfe, Associate Producer/Graphics/Teleprompter: Josie Frost, Anchor: Adaija Darby, Field Reporter: Harrison Crawford

Director/Field Photographer: Kelsea Price, Technical Director/Video Editor: Altasia Johnson, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Chanel Owens, Audio Operator: Jada Kirkland, Clips Operator: Sallie McLeod

April 14

On this edition of Carolina Insider, two USC professors accused of sexual misconduct are officially leaving the university, the South Carolina Legislature is weighing two bills aimed at DEI policies for state universities, and USC students were greeted by an unusual petting zoo for a new form of stress relief.

Producer: Chanel Owens, Associate Producer/Graphics/Teleprompter: Madelyn Weston, Anchor: Haley Bowick, Field Reporter: Jada Kirkland

Director/Field Photographer: Michael McGee, Technical Director/Video Editor: Ciera Shackleford, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Kelsea Price, Audio Operator: Josie Frost, Clips Operator: Sallie McLeod

April 12

On this edition of Carolina Insider, another South Carolina politician is exploring a presidential run, a new report shows a gap between South Carolina’s judicial bench and the state’s overall population diversity, USC faculty and staff are exploring new ways to bring VR into the classroom, and see which five Gamecock basketball players you can expect in WNBA this summer.

Producer: Adaija Darby, Associate Producer/Graphics/Teleprompter: Jack Wolfe, Anchor: Harrison Crawford, Field Reporter: Kelsea Price

Director/Field Photographer: Altasia Johnson, Technical Director/Video Editor: Josie Frost, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Jada Kirkland, Audio Operator: Ciera Shackleford, Clips Operator: Sallie McLeod

April 7

On this edition of Carolina Insider, the arrival of The Masters in Georgia is pulling USC students across the state border as the golf tournament struggles with staffing, vendors at a vintage clothes fair on campus are hoping to slow a dangerous fashion trend, and hear how dip in oil production overseas is likely to affect your bottom line at the gas pump in the coming weeks.

Producer: Haley Bowick, Associate Producer/Graphics/Teleprompter: Chanel Owens, Anchor: Jada Kirkland, Field Reporter: Michael McGee

Director/Field Photographer: Ciera Shackleford, Technical Director/Video Editor: Madelyn Weston, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Altasia Johnson, Audio Operator: Jack Wolfe, Clips Operator: Sallie McLeod

April 5

On this edition of Carolina Insider, construction on a Columbia artery is moving to phase two after slowing commuters over the last week, South Carolina leaders are voicing disapproval after 45^th president Donald Trump was criminally indicted, former governor Nikki Haley has joined the race for the White House, and how a local art initiative is bringing increased investment to the Columbia community.

Producer: Harrison Crawford, Associate Producer/Graphics/Teleprompter: Adaija Darby, Anchor: Kelsea Price, Field Reporter: Altasia Johnson

Director/Field Photographer: Josie Frost, Technical Director/Video Editor: Jack Wolfe, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Michael McGee, Audio Operator: Madelyn Weston, Clips Operator: Sallie McLeod

March 31

On this edition of Carolina Insider, the Gamecock women’s basketball team is finalizing preparation for the Final Four in Dallas, Columbia is one of three South cities making a top 25 for all the wrong reasons, and see what one program on USC’s campus is doing to aid students struggling with food insecurity.

Producer: Jada Kirkland, Associate Producer/Graphics/Teleprompter: Haley Bowick, Anchor: Michael McGee, Field Reporter: Ciera Shackleford

Director/Field Photographer: Madelyn Weston, Technical Director/Video Editor: Chanel Owens, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Josie Frost, Audio Operator: Adaija Darby, Clips Operator: Sallie McLeod

March 29

On this edition of Carolina Insider, the South Carolina women’s basketball team is two wins away from back-to-back national championships, a special election this week has made Columbia’s City Council whole again, and a look at what growing safety and security concerns over Tiktok may mean for student influencers.

Producer: Kelsea Price, Associate Producer/Graphics/Teleprompter: Harrison Crawford, Anchor: Altasia Johnson, Field Reporter: Josie Frost

Director/Field Photographer: Jack Wolfe, Technical Director/Video Editor: Adaija Darby, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Ciera Shackleford, Audio Operator: Chanel Owens, Clips Operator: Sallie McLeod

March 24

On this edition of Carolina Insider, Gamecock women’s basketball is headed to the Sweet Sixteen as the team’s coach is being honored by USA Today, a campus charity group is celebrating its 25^th anniversary this weekend with an all-day event, and USC announced new parking options coming to campus, find out where.

Producer: Michael McGee, Associate Producer/Graphics/Teleprompter: Jada Kirkland, Anchor: Ciera Shackelford, Field Reporter: Madelyn Weston

Director/Field Photographer: Chanel Owens, Technical Director/Video Editor & Audio Operator: Haley Bowick, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Madelyn Weston, Clips Operator: Sallie McLeod

March 22

On this edition of Carolina Insider, a recently re-opened death investigation is now being linked to the family of convicted killer Alex Murdaugh, a new student organization at USC is ringing in Women’s History Month by creating a community to empower women in the weight room, and how a USC dorm is kicking off spring with a focus on sustainability.

Producer: Altasia Johnson, Associate Producer/Graphics/Teleprompter: Kelsea Price, Anchor: Josie Frost, Field Reporter: Jack Wolfe

Director/Field Photographer: Adaija Darby, Technical Director/Video Editor: Harrison Crawford, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Madelyn Weston, Audio Operator: Haley Bowick, Clips Operator: Sallie McLeod

March 17

On this edition of Carolina Insider, the undefeated Gamecock women’s basketball team is preparing to defend its March Madness title, local retailers are stocking up for the boost in business that the tournament brings, and university staff voice frustration over the lack of accessible parking near the center of USC’s campus.

Producer: Ciera Shackelford, Associate Producer/Graphics/Teleprompter: Michael McGee, Anchor: Madelyn Weston, Field Reporter: Chanel Owens

Director/Field Photographer: Haley Bowick, Technical Director/Video: Jada Kirkland, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Jack Wolfe, Audio Operator: Harrison Crawford, Clips Operator: Sallie McLeod

March 15

On this edition of Carolina Insider, South Carolina legislators are locked in a battle over funding in the state budget, a USC alumna is detailing what it is like on the ground as she covers the war in Ukraine, and see how a USC student is turning her medical condition into inspiration for a new way to see USC’s campus.

Producer: Altasia Johnson, Associate Producer/Graphics/Teleprompter: Kelsea Price, Anchor: Josie Frost, Field Reporter: Jack Wolfe

Director/Field Photographer: Adaija Darby, Technical Director/Video Editor: Harrison Crawford, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Chanel Owens, Audio Operator: Jada Kirkland, Clips Operator: Sallie McLeod

March 3

On this edition of Carolina Insider, residents of Columbia may be paying the price for a new water filtration system, the legality of one of President Joe Biden’s major promises hangs in the balance with the Supreme Court set to decide, and how a new electric and ad-based ride service is trying to revitalize transportation options in COlumbia.

Producer: Madelyn Weston, Associate Producer/Graphics/Teleprompter: Ciera Shackelford, Anchor: Chanel Owens, Field Reporter: Haley Bowick

Director/Field Photographer: Jada Kirkland, Technical Director/Video Editor: Michael McGee, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Adaija Darby, Audio Operator: Kelsea Price, Clips Operator: Sallie McLeod

March 1

On this edition of Carolina Insider, the jury in the Alex Murdaugh murder trial is taking an unusual field trip, the vice president pays a visit to Columbia to discuss internet access, and hear how a local toy store owner believes he is succeeding despite his young age.

Producer: Josie Frost, Associate Producer/Graphics/Teleprompter: Altasia Johnson, Anchor: Jack Wolfe, Field Reporter: Adaija Darby

Director/Field Photographer: Harrison Crawford, Technical Director/Video Editor: Kelsea Price, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Haley Bowick, Audio Operator: Michael McGee, Clips Operator: Sallie McLeod

Feb. 24

On this edition of Carolina Insider, new protections may be on the way for short-term rental properties in Columbia, the number of high schoolers applying to and visiting USC is continuing to grow, and a look at how Black History Month events on USC’s campus are hoping to build up the community as a whole.

Producer: Madelyn Weston, Associate Producer/Graphics/Teleprompter: Ciera Shackelford, Anchor: Chanel Owens, Field Reporter: Haley Bowick

Director/Field Photographer: Jada Kirkland, Technical Director/Video Editor: Michael McGee, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Adaija Darby, Audio Operator: Kelsea Price, Clips Operator: Sallie McLeod

Feb. 22

On this edition of Carolina Insider, the murder trial of disgraced attorney Alex Murdaugh is underway, the University of South Carolina is honoring trailblazing Black women with a new monument on the Horseshoe, and find out how student DJs are using fraternity parties as a platform to launch their careers.

Producer: Josie Frost, Associate Producer/Graphics/Teleprompter: Altasia Johnson, Anchor: Jack Wolfe, Field Reporter: Adaija Darby

Director/Field Photographer: Harrison Crawford, Technical Director/Video Editor: Kelsea Price, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Haley Bowick, Audio Operator: Michael McGee, Clips Operator: Sallie McLeod

May 2

On this edition of Carolina Insider, the final push is on at South Carolina’s State House as legislators move  towards the finish line this legislative session, a controversial bill still making its way through the process could affect trans-women athletes in the Palmetto State, and find out why USC’s Athletics Department is looking for some helping hands.

Producer: Destiny Kennedy, Rundown Creator: Courtney McClain, AP/Graphics/Writer:  Chloe Barlow, Anchor: Ty Young, Field Reporter: MK Osborne

Director: Joshua Tekle, Technical Director: Caitlyn Ashbaugh, Field Photographer/Floor Manager: Zach Ruske, Video Editor/Audio Operator: Chloe Mungo, Clips Operator: Laura Smith

April 20

On this edition of Carolina Insider, more trouble ahead for USC’s Board of Trustees, a suspect remains at large after this weekend’s shooting at a local mall, and a look what the university’s doing to increase diversity among the faculty.

Producer: Ty Young, Associate Producer: Courtney McClain, Graphics producer/writer: Chloe Barlow, Anchor: MK Osborne, Field Reporter: Zach Ruske

Director: Chloe Mungo, Technical Director, Joshua Tekle , Field Photographer/Floor Manager: Caitlyn Ashbaugh, Video Editor/Audio Operator: Destiny Kennedy, Clips Operator: Laura Smith

April 13

On this edition of Carolina Insider, USC basketball fans take to the streets to celebrate their two-time National Championship winners, the city of Columbia gets ready to make changes to the Comet bus routes, and find out how one dance party has made a big difference in the lives of sick children here in the Midlands.

Producer: MK Osborne, Associate Producer: Ty Young, Graphics Producer/writer: Courtney McClain, Anchor: Zach Ruske, Field Reporter: Caitlyn Ashbaugh

Director: Destiny Kennedy, Technical Director: Chloe Mungo, Field Photographer/Floor Manager: Joshua Tekle, Video Editor/Audio Operator: Chloe Barlow, Clips Operator: Laura Smith

April 6

On this edition of Carolina Insider, controversy surrounding the University’s Board of Trustees could cost several members their jobs. A freeze in federal student loans helps college students save a pretty penny.  And the celebration gets underway in Columbia as the Gamecocks come home as national basketball champs.

Producer: Zach Ruske, Associate Producer: MK Osborn, Graphics producer/writer: Ty Young, Anchor: Caitlin Ashbaugh, Field Reporter: Josh Tekle

Director: Destiny Kennedy, Technical Director: Chloe Barlow, Field Photographer/Floor Manager: Chloe Mungo, Video Editor/Audio Operator: Ty Young, Clips Operator: Laura Smith

March 30

On this edition of Carolina Insider, lawmakers question the actions of several members on USC Board of Trustees. A statewide labor shortage continues to put a strain on local businesses. And Disney fans have something to celebrate in town this week.

Producer: Caitlin Ashbaugh, Associate Producer: Zack Ruske, Graphics producer/writer: MK Osborn, Anchor: Josh Tekle, Field Reporter: Chloe Mungo

Director: Courtney McClain, Technical Director: Destiny Kennedy, Field Photographer/Floor Manager: Chloe Barlow, Video Editor/Audio Operator: Ty Young, Clips Operator: Laura Smith

March 23

On this edition of Carolina Insider, debate heats up in the State House over ABCs and CRT.  A noted social justice advocate comes to campus.  And a new leader takes the helm of men’s basketball.

Producer: Josh Tekle, Associate Producer: Caitlin Ashbaugh , Graphics producer/writer: Zach Ruske, Anchor: Chloe Mungo, Field Reporter: Chloe Barlow

Director: Ty Young, Technical Director: Courtney McClain, Field Photographer/Floor Manager: Destiny Kennedy, Video Editor/Audio Operator: MK Osborn, Clips Operator: Laura Smith

March 16

On this edition of Carolina Insider, some big changes in leadership at South Carolina’s State House. University officials consider a shift in USC’s mask policy. And a community tradition makes a long-awaited return to Columbia’s Five Points.

Producer: Chloe Mungo, Associate Producer: Josh Tekle , Graphics producer/writer: Caitlin Ashbaugh, Anchor: Chloe Barlow, Field Reporter: Destiny Kennedy

Director: MK Osborn, Technical Director: Ty Young, Floor Manager: Caitlin Ashbaugh, Video Editor/Audio Operator: Zach Ruske, Clips Operator: Laura Smith

March 2

On this edition of Carolina Insider, the regular season may be over for women’s basketball but that’s not the end of it.  Who will lead USC’s student body in the year ahead?  Voting is underway.  And the largest construction project in South Carolina’s transportation history fires up right here in the Midlands.

Producer: Chloe Barlow, Associate Producer: Chloe Mungo, Graphics producer/writer: Josh Tekle, Anchor: Destiny Kennedy, Field Reporter: Courtney McClain

Director: Zack Ruske, Technical Director: MK Osborn, Field Photographer/Camera Operator/ Floor Manager: MK Osborn, Video Editor/Audio Operator: Ty Young, Clips Operator: Laura Smith

Feb. 23

On this edition of Carolina Insider, a USC Senator is in the hot seat due to her social media activity.  There’s been a change to the University’s mask policy.  And a new kind of project brings community building to some unexpected places.

Producer: Destiny Kennedy, Associate Producer: Chloe Barlow , Graphics producer/writer: Chloe Mungo, Anchor: Courtney McClain, Field Reporter: Ty Young

Director: Caitlin Ashbaugh, Technical Director: Zach Ruske, Field Photographer/Camera Operator/ Floor Manager: MK Osborn, Video Editor/Audio Operator: Josh Tekle, Clips Operator: Laura Smith

Dec. 10a

On this edition of Carolina Insider, good news for USC’s reaccreditation efforts. State lawmakers propose changes to election maps.  And see why two former Gamecock football players are turning to a new chapter – off the field.

Producer: Alexa Daly, Associate Producer: Makayla Evans, Graphics Producer/Writer: Sydney Pennington, Anchor: Mac Hardy, Field Reporter: Kyle Orens 

Director: Ananda Kobierowski, Technical Director: Elijah Toland, Field Photographer/Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Nick Klos, Video Editor/Audio Operator:  Cam Adams, Clips Operator: Lawson Estridge 

Dec. 10b

On this edition of Carolina Insider, USC shuts the door on quarantine housing.  New doors open for local inmates thanks to a rehabilitation  And we take a festive peek inside a pop-up winter wonderland.

Producer: Kaci Latimore, Associate Producer: Lee Williams, Graphics Producer/Writer: Paige Davoren, Anchor: Corbett Glick, Field Reporter: Maggie Davis

Director: Jack Niesse, Technical Director: Alizajane Hicks, Field Photographer/Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Braden Maloy, Video Editor/Audio Operator: Abbey Foster, Clips Operator: Lawson Estridge 

Dec. 3

On this edition of Carolina Insider, potential change ahead for your home and wallets.  A USC students put down the books and pick up their heels.  And a look at how some USC student athletes are fetting more than just playing time.

Producer: Corbett Glick, Associate Producer: Kaci Latimore, Graphics Producer/Writer: Lee Williams, Anchor: Maggie Davis, Field Reporter: Braden Maloy

Director: Alizajane Hicks, Technical Director: Abbey Foster, Field Photographer/Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Jack Niesse, Video Editor/Audio Operator: Paige Davoren, Clips Operator: Lawson Estridge 

Dec. 1

On this edition of Carolina Insider, the U.S. Supreme Court hears arguments on a controversial Mississippi that could have reverberations in the Palmetto State.  We look at the future of USC’s football team.  And some club sports on campus look for financial support.

Producer: Mac Hardy, Associate Producer: Alexa Daly, Graphics Producer/Writer: Makayla Evans, Anchor: Kyle Orens, Field Reporter: Nick Klos 

Director: Elijah Toland, Technical Director: Cam Adams, Field Photographer/Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Ananda Kobierowski, Video Editor/Audio Operator: Sydney Pennington, Clips Operator: Lawson Estridge 

Nov. 19

On this edition of Carolina Insider, USC veterans get some much-needed help on campus.  A midlands community sees new business flow in.  And an arts district gets competition from another local hotspot.

Producer: Maggie Davis, Associate Producer: Corbett Glick, Graphics Producer/Writer: Kaci Latimore, Anchor: Braden Maloy, Field Reporter: Jack Niesse

Director: Abbey Foster, Technical Director: Paige Davoren, Field Photographer/Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Alizajane Hicks, Video Editor/Audio Operator: Lee Williams, Clips Operator: Lawson Estridge 

Nov. 17

On this edition of Carolina Insider, Columbia has a new major following a runoff election.  An on campus organization combats a national issue.  And a popular sport gains traction in the midst of a global pandemic.

Producer: Kyle Orens, Associate Producer: Mac Hardy, Graphics Producer/Writer: Alexa Daly, Anchor: Nick Klos, Field Reporter: Ananda Kobierowski

Director: Cam Adams, Technical Director: Sydney Pennington, Field Photographer/Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Elijah Toland, Video Editor/Audio Operator: Makayla Evans, Clips Operator: Lawson Estridge 

Nov. 12

On this edition of Carolina Insider, new challenges arise in the search for USC’s new president.  Changes to some Midlands roadways are heading our way.  And we reveal a few truths about a local Tik-Tok star who may be pointing their camera towards you.

Producer: Alizajane Hicks, Associate Producer: Maggie Davis, Graphics Producer/Writer: Corbett Glick, Anchor: Jack Niesse, Field Reporter: Braden Maloy

Director: Paige Davoren, Technical Director: Lee Williams, Field Photographer/Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Abbey Foster, Video Editor/Audio Operator: Kaci Latimore, Clips Operator: Lawson Estridge 

Nov. 10

On this edition of Carolina Insider, find out which Gamecocks are celebrating a season-opening win.  An old building is transformed into a new, upscale business.  And an entire district in West Columbia gets a re-brand.

Producer: Nick Klos Klos, Associate Producer: Kyle Orens Orens, Graphics Producer/Writer: Mac Hardy, Anchor: Ananda Kobierowski, Field Reporter: Elijah Toland Toland

Director: Sydney Pennington Pennington, Technical Director: Makayla Evans Evans, Field Photographer/Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Cam Adams, Video Editor/Audio  Operator: Alexa Daly Daly, Clips Operator: Lawson Estridge 

Nov. 5

On this edition of Carolina Insider, get ready to roll your sleeves up because booster shots are heading your way, small businesses and farmers could end up with a little more money in their pockets thanks to COVID-19 relief measures, and fans prepare to celebrate in the streets of Atlanta after their team breaks a championship curse.

Producer: Jack Niesse, Associate Producer: Braden Malloy, Graphics Producer/Writer: Maggie Davis, Anchor: AlizaJane Hicks, Field Reporter: Abbey Foster

Director: Lee Williams, Technical Director: Kaci Latimore, Field Photographer/Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Paige Davoren, Video Editor/Audio Operator: Corbett Glick, Clips Operator: Lawson Estridge 

Nov. 3

On this edition of Carolina Insider, looks like Columbia voters will have to go to the polls – again – to elect their new mayor, a local college elects to switch gears on who it accepts on campus, and local teams gear up for the high school football playoffs.

Producer: Ananda Kobierowski, Associate Producer/Anchor:  Nick Klos, Graphics Producer/Writer: Kyle Orens, Anchor:  , Field Reporter:

Director: Makayla Evans, Technical Director: Alexa Daly, Field Photographer/Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Sydney Pennington, Video Editor/Audio Operator:, Clips Operator: Lawson Estridge 

Oct. 29

On this edition of Carolina Insider, a Hollywood cinematographer killed on the set of “Rust” has South Carolina ties, a banned reptile slithers its way into the Columbia area, and more changes on the way for Williams Brice Stadium.

Producer: Braden Maloy, Associate Producer: Jack Niesse, Anchor: Abbey Foster, Field Reporter: Paige Davoren

Director: Kaci Latimore, Technical Director: Corbett Glick, Field Photographer/Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Lee Williams, Video Editor/Audio Operator: Maggie Davis, Clips Operator: Lawson Estridge 

Oct. 20

On this edition of Carolina Insider, a judge denies bond for a prominent Palmetto State attorney, local retailers tackle the COVID-19 pandemic head on, and something new is in store for Columbia foodies.

Producer: Cam Adams, Associate Producer: Elijah Toland, Graphics Producer/Writer: Ananda Kobierowski, Anchor: Sydney Pennington, Field Reporter: Makayla Evans

Director: Mac Hardy, Technical Director: Kyle Orens, Field Photographer/Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Alexa Daly, Video Editor/Audio Operator: Nick Klos, Clips Operator: Lawson Estridge

Oct. 22

On this edition of Carolina Insider, the search for jurors continues in the high-profile murder case of an unarmed black jogger in Georgia, see how one Columbia business is growing – literally, and a colorful event comes back to the streets of our famously hot city.

Producer: Abbey Foster, Associate Producer: AlizaJane Hicks, Graphics Producer/Writer: Jack Niesse, Anchor: Paige Davoren, Field Reporter: Lee Williams

Director: Corbett Glick, Technical Director: Maggie Davis, Field Photographer/Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Kaci Latimore, Video Editor/Audio Operator: Braden Malloy, Clips Operator: Lawson Estridge

Oct. 27

On this edition of Carolina Insider, a new report shows how the COVID-19 pandemic is affecting college enrollment, a local neighborhood deals with the loss of two grocery stores, and the Columbia Police Department reveals plans for managing Halloween crowds.

Producer: Elijah Toland, Associate Producer: Ananda Kobierowski, Graphics Producer/Writer: Nick Klos, Anchor: Cam Adams, Field Reporter: Sydney Pennington 

Director: Alexa Daly, Technical Director: Mac Hardy, Field Photographer/Camera Operator/ Floor Manager: Makayla Evans, Video Editor/Audio Operator: Kyle Orens, Clips Operator: Lawson Estridge 

Oct. 15

On this edition of Carolina Insider, staff shortages in the restaurant industry continue to cause problems in Columbia.  See what appetizing tradition is taking place around town.  And the South Carolina State Fair takes on a more normal look this year.

Producer: Paige Davoren, Associate Producer: Abbey Foster , Graphics producer/writer: AlizaJane Hicks, Anchor: Lee Williams , Field Reporter: Kaci Latimore

Director:,Maggie Davis, Technical Director: Braden Maloy, Field Photographer/Camera Operator/ Floor Manager: Corbett Glick , Video Editor/Audio Operator: Jack Niesse, Clips Operator: Lawson Estridge

Oct. 13

On this edition of Carolina Insider, a USC professor will not be teaching in the spring following months of campus protests. We’ll tell you why.  Also, state troopers up their presence on the road.  A young athlete makes program history. And nearly a year after installation, a Gamecock statue gets a new addition.

Producer: Sydney Pennington, Associate Producer: Cam Adams , Graphics producer/writer: Elijah Toland, Anchor: Makayla Evans, Field Reporter: Alexa Daly

Director: Kyle Orens, Technical Director: Nick Klos, Field Photographer/Camera Operator/ Floor Manager: Mac Hardy, Video Editor/Audio Operator: Ananda Kobierowski, Clips Operator: Lawson Estridge

Oct. 8

On this edition of Carolina Insider, in the wake of two deaths, changes are coming for a low-income housing complex in Columbia.  Two social media trends wreak havoc on local schools.  And, with the weekend fast approaching, we’ll tell you about a few activities on tap around town.

Producer: Lee Williams, Associate Producer: Paige Davoren, Graphics producer/writer: Abbey Foster, Anchor: Kaci Latimore, Field Reporter: Corbett Click

Director: Braden Maloy, Technical Director: Jack Niesse, Field Photographer/Camera Operator/ Floor Manager: Maggie Davis, Video Editor/Audio Operator: AlizaJaneHicks, Clips Operator: Lawson Estridge 

Oct. 6

On this edition of Carolina Insider, the City of Columbia extends its mask mandate, again. Find out how much longer they expect you to wear one in public places and spaces.  Thanks to a chance meeting between President Harris Pastides overseas, USC is now home to a world-renowned history center.  And find out which Gamecock sports club team is gaining so much attention, they’re selling out games in minutes.

Producer: Makayla Evans, Associate Producer: Sydney Pennington , Graphics producer/writer: Cam Adams, Anchor: Alexa Daly, Field Reporter: Mac Hardy

Director: Nick Klos, Technical Director: Ananda Kobierowski, Field Photographer/Camera Operator/ Floor Manager: Kyle Orens, Video Editor/Audio Operator: Elijah Toland, Clips Operator: Lawson Estridge

Oct. 1

On this edition of Carolina Insider, we take a look at the lasting effects the pandemic is having on the restaurant business.  Find out why Fort Jackson;s Army base may face its own kind of employment concerns in the near future.  And see why USC has earned top national honors for one if its academic programs, again.

Producer: Lee Williams, Associate Producer: Paige Davoren, Graphics producer/writer: Abbey Foster, Anchor: Kaci Latimore, Field Reporter: Corbett Click

Director: Braden Maloy, Technical Director: Jack Niesse, Field Photographer/Camera Operator/ Floor Manager: Maggie Davis, Video Editor/Audio Operator: AlizaJaneHicks, Clips Operator: Lawson Estridge 

Sept. 29

On this edition of Carolina Insider, hear how students and business owners are grappling with new rules and restrictions at five bars in Five Points.  New guidance is out on who can get a COVID-19-19 booster shot.  And a state-of-the-art facility opens for some USC athletes.  Find out what this multi-million dollar building will bring to recruiting efforts.

Producer: Makayla Evans, Associate Producer: Sydney Pennington , Graphics producer/writer: Cam Adams, Anchor: Alexa Daly, Field Reporter: Mac Hardy

Director: Nick Klos, Technical Director: Ananda Kobierowski, Field Photographer/Camera Operator/ Floor Manager: Kyle Orens, Video Editor/Audio Operator: Elijah Toland, Clips Operator: Lawson Estridge

April 30

In this edition of Carolina Insider, student athletes in South Carolina could soon start making money off the field, Columbia opens more community parks and recreation options as summer approaches, and an update on the first in-person graduation at USC since the pandemic began.  

Producer: Dalton Mixon, Associate Producer: Lily Shahida, Anchor: Jackson Fields, Franchise Reporter: Hannah Wade 

Director: Daniel Santos, Technical Director: Jaylon Thomas, Camera Operator/ Floor Manager: Lawson Estridge, Audio Operator: Andi Betancourt, Clips Operator: Robbie Greenwald 

April 30

In this edition of Carolina Insider, a former Gamecock makes headlines in the NFL Draft, find out who will be addressing graduates at this year’s USC ceremonies, and learn about what pastime is making a comeback due to the pandemic. 

Producer: Amber Lipscomb, Associate Producer: Flynn Snyder, Anchor: Alli McCraw, Franchise Reporter: Lawson Estridge 

Director: Christi Scrobe, Technical Director: Julie Crosby, Camera Operator/ Floor Manager: Hannah Wade, Audio Operator: Robbie Greenwald, Clips Operator: Andi Betancourt 

April 23

In this edition of Carolina Insider, a South Carolina senator prepares to address the nation, see what hobby is making a comeback, and find out what safety changes could be coming to Five Points.  

Producer: Jackson Fields, Associate Producer: Dalton Mixon, Anchor: Hannah Wade, Franchise Reporter: Daniel Santos 

Director: Jaylon Thomas, Technical Director: Robbie Greenwald, Camera Operator/ Floor Manager: Christi Scrobe, Audio Operator: Flynn Snyder, Clips Operator: Lily Shahida 

April 23

In this edition of Carolina Insider, see how the bar business is changing – again – in Five Points, learn how students celebrated National Park Week on and off campus, and Columbia gears up to open its first official Apple retail store.   

Producer: Alli McCraw, Associate Producer: Amber Lipscomb, Anchor: Lawson Estridge, Franchise Reporter: Christi Scrobe 

Director: Julie Crosby, Technical Director: Andi Betancourt, Camera Operator/ Floor Manager: Daniel Santos, Audio Operator: Lily Shahida, Clips Operator: Flynn Snyder 

April 15

In this edition of Carolina Insider, Nikki Haley reveals her plans for the 2024 Presidential Election, find out what issues are preventing some folks from getting their COVID-19-19 vaccine, and see just how many cars drove through last week’s spring fair food event.

Producer: Hannah Wade, Associate Producer: Jackson Fields, Anchor: Daniel Santos, Franchise Reporter: Jaylon Thomas 

Director: Robbie Greenwald, Technical Director: Lily Shahida, Camera Operator/ Floor Manager: Julie Crosby, Audio Operator: Amber Lipscomb, Clips Operator: Dalton Mixon 

April 14

In this edition of Carolina Insider, the latest updates on USC’s fall vaccination plan, Gamecock baseball deals with a troublesome controversy at Founders Park, and the Columbia Fireflies gear up for the 2021 season while also aiming to keep fans safe.  

Producer: Lawson Estridge, Associate Producer: Alli McCraw, Anchor: Christi Scrobe, Franchise Reporter: Julie Crosby 

Director: Andi Betancourt, Technical Director: Flynn Snyder, Camera Operator/ Floor Manager: Jaylon Thomas, Audio Operator: Dalton Mixon, Clips Operator: Amber Lipscomb 

April 8

In this edition of Carolina Insider, a new mass vaccination site opens in Columbia, a legal alternative to marijuana is shifting the CBD and vape market, and local schools are short on a critical resource. 

Producer: Daniel Santos, Associate Producer: Hannah Wade, Anchor: Jaylon Thomas, Franchise Reporter: Robbie Greenwald.

Director: Lily Shahida, Technical Director: Dalton Mixon, Camera Operator/ Floor Manager: Andi Betancourt, Audio Operator: Alli McCraw, Field Photographer/Teleprompter: Jackson Fields, Clips Operator: Lee Williams.

April 7

In this edition of Carolina Insider, popular Five Point bars are closing, USC students march across campus to demand action be taken against multiple professors accused of sexual misconduct, and the Richland County sheriff’s department uses social workers for crisis intervention. 

Producer: Christi Scrobe, Associate Producer: Lawson Estridge, Anchor: Julie Crosby, Franchise Reporter: Andi Betancourt.

Director: Flynn Snyder, Technical Director: Amber Lipscomb, Camera Operator/ Floor Manager: Robbie Greenwald, Audio Operator: Jackson Fields, Field Photographer/Teleprompter: Alli McCraw, Clips Operator: Lee Williams.

April 1

In this edition of Carolina Insider, Gamecock Women’s Basketball heads back to the Final Four, vaccines roll out to more South Carolinians, and see how the COVID-19 crisis impacts funerals in the black community here in Columbia.

Producer: Jaylon Thomas, Associate Producer: Daniel Santos, Anchor: Robbie Greenwald, Franchise Reporter: Lily Shahida.

Director: Dalton Mixon, Technical Director: Jackson Fields, Camera Operator/ Floor Manager: Flynn Snyder, Audio Operator: Lawson Estridge, Field Photographer/Teleprompter: Hannah Wade, Clips Operator: Lee Williams.

March 31

In this edition of Carolina Insider, Gamecock Women’s Basketball heads to the FinalFour, USC students start lining up to receive the COVID-19-19 vaccine, and a sandy new addition is added to the North Main dog park.

Producer: Julie Crosby, Associate Producer: Christi Scrobe, Anchor: Andi Betancourt, Franchise Reporter: Flynn Snyder.

Director: Amber Lipscomb, Technical Director: Alli McCraw, Camera Operator/ Floor Manager: Lily Shahida, Audio Operator: Hannah Wade, Field Photographer/Teleprompter: Lawson Estridge, Clips Operator: Lee Williams.

March 24

In this edition of Carolina Insider, a new spending bill could mean a raise for teachers and other state employees in South Carolina, a local barcode brings in business with a combination of drinks and pinball, and a new rideshare service in Columbia could be good news for the unbanked and those looking for a potentially safer trip.

Producer: Robbie Greenwald, Associate Producer: Jaylon Thomas, Anchor: Lily Shahida, Franchise Reporter: Dalton Mixon.

Director: Jackson Fields, Technical Director: Hannah Wade, Camera Operator/ Floor Manager: Amber Lipscomb, Audio Operator: Christi Scrobe, Field Photographer/Teleprompter: Daniel Santos, Clips Operator: Lee Williams.

March 23

In this edition of Carolina Insider, South Carolina Women’s Basketball dominates in the NCAA tournament, some military veterans explain why they’re steering clear of a local vaccine trial, and spring break chaos in Miami means you may want to travel somewhere else – if you travel at all.

Producer: Andi Betancourt, Associate Producer: Julie Crosby, Anchor: Flynn Snyder, Franchise Reporter: Amber Lipscomb. 

Director: Alli McCraw, Technical Director: Lawson Estridge, Camera Operator/ Floor Manager: Dalton Mixon, Audio Operator: Daniel Santos, Field Photographer/Teleprompter: Christi Scrobe, Clips Operator: Lee Williams.

March 18

In this edition of Carolina Insider, South Carolina Women’s Basketball finds out who and when they play in the NCAA tournament, a new podcast targets folks who love political intrigue and  to keep voters informed, and USC announces in-person commencement ceremonies for Spring 2021 graduates.  

Producer: Lily Shahida, Associate Producer: Robbie Greenwald, Anchor: Dalton Mixon, Franchise Reporter: Jackson Fields. 

Director: Hannah Wade, Technical Director: Daniel Santos, Camera Operator/ Floor Manager: Alli McCraw, Audio Operator: Julie Crosby, Field Photographer/Teleprompter: Jaylon Thomas, Clips Operator: Lee Williams.

March 17

In this edition of Carolina Insider, a mass shooting near Atlanta has investigators searching for clues and a motive, a new ordinance could restrict where you can park a car in Cayce, and a mother-son duo take matters into their own hands after COVID-19 leads to a litter problem in their community.

Producer: Flynn Snyder, Associate Producer: Andi Betancourt, Anchor: Amber Lipscomb, Franchise Reporter: Alli McCraw.

Director: Lawson Estridge, Technical Director: Christi Scrobe, Camera Operator/ Floor Manager: Jackson Fields, Audio Operator: Jaylon Thomas, Field Photographer/Teleprompter: Julie Crosby, Clips Operator: Lee Williams.

March 4

In this edition of Carolina Insider, a new ordinance by Governor Henry McMaster means big changes for South Carolina’s bar business, Gamecock baseball looks ahead to their matchup with Mercer, and what Comet transportation is doing to get riders to their COVID-19 vaccines.

Producer: Lily Shahida, Associate Producer: Robbie Greenwald, Anchor: Dalton Mixon, Franchise Reporter: Jackson Fields.

Director: Hannah Wade, Technical Director: Daniel Santos, Camera Operator/ Floor Manager: Alli McCraw, Audio Operator: Julie Crosby, Field Photographer/Teleprompter: Jaylon Thomas, Clips Operator: Lee Williams.

March 3

In this edition of Carolina Insider, South Carolina lifts COVID-19 restrictions for bars and mass gatherings, why a Gamecock baseball legend is apologizing after an on-air blunder, and the student-led pressure campaign continues at USC  among those who want to see building names change.

Producer: Flynn Snyder, Associate Producer: Andi Betancourt, Anchor: Amber Lipscomb, Franchise Reporter: Alli McCraw.

Director: Lawson Estridge, Technical Director: Christi Scrobe, Camera Operator/ Floor Manager: Jackson Fields, Audio Operator: Jaylon Thomas, Field Photographer/Teleprompter: Julie Crosby, Clips Operator: Lee Williams.

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November 6

In this edition of Carolina Insider, declaring a winner may not be the end of the presidential race, with other South Carolina elections finally coming to a close, and how social media influences this year’s voter turnout.  

Producer: Tom Santaniello, Associate Producer: Forrest Tucker, Anchor: Merideth McIntyre, Franchise Reporter: Peter Smith 

Director: Olivia Countess, Technical Director: Danielle Reeder, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Kourtney Vermillion, Audio Operator: Sydni Edwards, Clips Operator: Christianna Scrobe 

November 5

In this edition for Carolina Insider, get updates on South Carolina election results, voter intimidation effects voter turnout, and a Five Points business struggles with COVID-19, but because of safety restrictions. 

Producer: Michaela Lopez, Associate Producer: Elizabeth East, Anchor: Noah Patheja, Franchise Reporter: Kourtney Vermillion 

Director: Ward Jolles, Technical Director: Sydni Edwards, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Breanna Moody, Audio Operator: Dylan Leatherwood, Clip Operator: Christianna Scrobe 

November 4

In this edition of Carolina Insider, hear the first day of election results from across the nation, how social media influenced those outcomes, and hear why experts think college student drinking habits are on the decline.

Producer: Victoria Sloan, Associate Producer: Maegan Carter, Anchor: Logan Gray, Franchise Reporter: Breanna Moody 

Director: Spencer Buckler, Technical Director: Dylan Leatherwood, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Peter Smith, Audio Operator: Danielle Reeder, Clips Operator: Christianna Scrobe 

October 30

In this edition of Carolina Insider, get last-minute updates on this year’s elections, see one quarantine trend that may influence this holiday season, and Boo at the Zoo returns to get the public into the Halloween spirit while also staying safe.

Producer: Merideth McIntyre, Associate Producer: Tom Santaniello, Anchor: Peter Smith, Franchise Reporter: Olivia Countess

Director: Danielle Reeder, Technical Director: Forrest Tucker, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Ward Jolles, Audio Operator: Elizabeth East, Clip Operator: Christianna Scrobe

October 29

In this edition of Carolina Insider, follow election updates as Vice President Mike Pence and former Vice President make their way south, Columbia businesses struggling under COVID-19-19 operations have a new opportunity to receive financial aid, and see how ride-share services are encouraging voters this election season.

Producer: Noah Patheja, Associate Producer: Michaela Lopez, Anchor: Kourtney Vermillion, Franchise Reporter: Ward Jolles

Director: Sydni Edwards, Technical Director: Elizabeth East, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Spencer Buckler, Audio Operator: Maegan Carter, Clip Operator: Christianna Scrobe

October 28

In this edition of Carolina Insider, hear what the future of USC may look like from university officials, find out how university polices are impacting Spring Break, and how a local animal shelter is encouraging the public to pick more than just pumpkins this Halloween.

Producer: Logan Gray, Associate Producer: Victoria Sloan, Anchor: Breanna Moody, Franchise Reporter: Spencer Buckler

Director: Dylan Leatherwood, Technical Director: Maegan Carter, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Olivia Countess, Audio Operator: Forrest Tucker, Clip Operator: Christianna Scrobe

October 23

In this edition of Carolina Insider, SC is breaking voting records with Election Day only a few weeks away, COVID-19 precautions change holiday shopping in Five Points, and the State Fair comes to town looking a little different this year.

Producer: Peter Smith, Associate Producer: Merideth McIntyre, Anchor: Olivia Countess, Franchise Reporter: Danielle Reeder

Director: Forrest Tucker, Technical Director: Tom Santabiello, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Sydni Edwards, Audio Operator: Michaela Lopez, Clip Operator: Christianna Scrobe

October 22

In this edition of Carolina Insider, find out how a new construction project is hoping to save students time, how rides on the USC shuttle system may look different, and how campus is celebrating the second week of homecoming.

Producer: Kourtney Vermillion, Associate Producer: Noah Patheja, Anchor: Ward Jolles, Franchise Reporter: Sydni Edwards

Director: Elizabeth East, Technical Director: Michaela Lopez, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Dylan Leatherwood, Audio Operator: Victoria Sloan, Clip Operator: Christianna Scrobe

October 21

In this edition of Carolina Insider, SCDHEC releases COVID-19-19 vaccine distribution plans, a local food bank adapts to continue serving the community during the pandemic, and the second week of homecoming festivities kick off.

Producer: Breanna Moody, Associate Producer: Logan Gray, Anchor: Spencer Buckler, Franchise Reporter: Dylan Leatherwood

Director: Maegan Carter, Technical Director: Victoria Sloan, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Danielle Reeder, Audio Operator: Tom Santaniello, Clip Operator: Christianna Scrobe

October 16

In this edition of Carolina Insider, students have more than just peace of mind to gain from frequent COVID-19 testing, Gamecock football prepares to face off with the Auburn Tigers, and see how organizers are keeping the spirit of Homecoming strong while keeping students safe.

Producer: Olivia Countess, Associate Producer: Peter Smith, Anchor:  Danielle Reeder, Franchise Reporter: Forrest Tucker

Director: Tom Santabiello, Technical Director: Merideth McIntyre, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Elizabeth East, Audio Operator: Noah Patheja, Clip Operator: Christianna Scrobe

 October 15

In this edition of Carolina Insider, see how SC Senator Lindsey Graham is at the center of the hearings for President Trump’s Supreme Court nominee, how USC students are coming together after an untimely tragedy, and how COVID-19-19 regulations have impacted the return of Soda City Market.

Producer: Ward Jolles, Associate Producer: Kourtney Vermillion, Anchor: Sydni Edwards, Franchise Reporter: Elizabeth East

Director: Michaela Lopez, Technical Director: Noah Patheja, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Maegan Carter, Audio Operator: Logan Gray, Clip Operator: Christianna Scrobe

October 14

In this edition of Carolina Insider, the tragic passing of a student shakes the USC community, experts explain their stance on declining COVID-19-19 testing in the Columbia area and find out what updates on a local Black Lives Matter street mural have petitioners celebrating.

Producer: Spencer Buckler, Associate Producer: Breanna Moody, Anchor: Dylan Leatherwood, Franchise Reporter: Maegan Carter

Director: Victoria Sloan, Technical Director: Logan Gray, Camera Operator/Floor Manager: Forrest Tucker, Audio Operator: Merideth McIntyre, Clip Operator: Christianna Scrobe