SIMI VALLEY, CA — The Simi Valley community was left in mourning after a 13-year-old boy was struck and killed by an Amtrak train at…
DETROIT, MI — A senior at Crockett Midtown High School of Science and Medicine in Detroit made history by becoming the school’s first male valedictorian,…
CROSBY, TX — A 33-year-old man drowned after attempting to swim across a lake at an off-road park in Crosby, Texas, after going underwater and…
CARSON, CALIFORNIA — Residents in a quiet neighborhood are raising alarm after repeated sightings of aggressive coyotes led the U.S. Postal Service to suspend mail…
JACKSON COUNTY, GEORGIA — Two parents are behind bars after authorities say their 4-year-old child allegedly overdosed on cocaine, triggering a criminal investigation and multiple…
NEWPORT, RHODE ISLAND — A 21-year-old Long Island man was found dead inside a snow-covered vehicle during a powerful blizzard, with authorities saying carbon monoxide…
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA — A 25-year-old man has been sentenced after pleading no contest to a misdemeanor animal cruelty charge stemming from a video that…
NORTH CAROLINA — A daycare teacher has been sentenced to 10 days in jail after authorities say she used a hot glue gun to force…
PHOENIX, ARIZONA — A routine stop at a QuikTrip turned into a dramatic rescue after movers spotted an Amber Alert suspect in the parking lot…
ARKANSAS — A routine encounter escalated into a dangerous wrong-way highway incident after an Arkansas State Police trooper approached a vehicle that suddenly sped off,…
UNITED STATES — A viral winter clip is sparking debate after a group of men reportedly carved an igloo-style hangout into a massive snow pile…
TENNESSEE — A Tennessee Department of Transportation worker is going viral after he tracked a lost dog through the snow for about a mile and…
RIVERVIEW, FLORIDA — A Florida family is celebrating an eye-catching milestone after Daniella Hines gave birth to a baby boy weighing 13 pounds, 15 ounces…
SYRACUSE, NEW YORK — A driver behind the wheel of a stolen minivan died early Tuesday morning after crashing into a telephone pole in Syracuse…
FLORIDA — Florida has issued an emergency order tied to the state’s recent winter weather, temporarily allowing the public to legally collect cold-stunned green iguanas…
NORTH ALABAMA — The Storm Prediction Center (SPC) has expanded its severe weather outlook for Friday and Friday night, placing all of North Alabama within…
ARKANSAS — A developing storm system is expected to bring a renewed risk of severe weather across portions of the Lower Mississippi Valley and Mid-South…
COLORADO — A complex winter storm system is expected to bring widespread snow accumulation across Colorado and surrounding states through Friday afternoon, with the highest…
ARKANSAS — A broad stretch of the central and lower Mississippi Valley is facing a low-end but notable tornado risk on Thursday, January 8, 2026,…
NEW HAMPSHIRE AND MAINE — Parts of New Hampshire and Maine are entering a brief January thaw, offering a short stretch of milder daytime temperatures…
GULF COAST — Long-range forecast models are once again hinting at a possible winter weather setup along parts of the Gulf Coast around January 21,…
OKLAHOMA, ARKANSAS, MISSOURI — Forecasters are warning residents across parts of central and eastern Oklahoma, northwest Arkansas, southern Missouri, and portions of the Mid-South to…
INDIANA — A short stretch of milder January weather across Indiana is drawing attention this week, but meteorologists caution that the warm-up does not signal…
UNITED STATES — Weather models are increasingly signaling a potential winter weather setup for mid to late January that could impact parts of the Ohio…
OKLAHOMA – New forecast data indicates a growing potential for supercell thunderstorms across parts of eastern Oklahoma on Thursday, particularly from late morning into the…
WARREN, MICHIGAN – A newly opened Sheetz gas station in Warren is drawing massive crowds and creating long traffic backups after becoming the cheapest gas…
UNITED STATES — A sharp rise in influenza activity is being reported across large portions of the United States, with new data showing hospitalizations have…
TEXAS — A mother from Arlington is drawing widespread attention after delivering a 13-pound newborn, a baby so large that medical staff described him as…
MICHIGAN — A massive 59-vehicle pileup forced the closure of a major stretch of I-75 in Detroit on Monday afternoon after fast-moving snow squalls created…
MICHIGAN — Authorities say a Redford Township Police Department patrol vehicle crashed into an electricity pole after the officer behind the wheel reportedly lost control…
TEXAS — After several days of record-breaking warmth in the mid-80s, Texas is preparing for a stunning 60-degree temperature drop as a powerful Arctic cold…
MINNESOTA — A winter storm moving across the Upper Midwest late Thursday into Friday is drawing new concern, not because of heavy snow totals, but…
CALIFORNIA — A rare and fast-developing severe weather pattern is bringing Christmas Day tornado risks to multiple parts of California, with forecasters warning of brief…
OKLAHOMA — A dramatic temperature swing is expected Sunday evening as parts of Oklahoma and Texas transition from recent record heat and near-90-degree highs to…
WASHINGTON — A cold system sweeping into the Pacific Northwest late Friday will sharply lower snow levels across parts of Washington and Oregon, bringing heavy…
OKLAHOMA — A surge of much colder air moving into the Southern Plains on Sunday is expected to trigger isolated thunderstorms across southeastern Oklahoma and…
CALIFORNIA — A major winter storm is sweeping across the western United States, delivering dangerous snowfall totals that could reach up to 8 feet in…
CALIFORNIA — A rare Christmas Day Tornado Watch has been issued for large portions of Southern California as a fast-moving weather system shows signs of…
CALIFORNIA — A powerful multi-day storm system is moving across the state, and officials warn the greatest danger may not come from the heaviest rainfall,…
SOUTHERN STATES — A powerful winter cold blast is forecast to sweep across Mississippi, Alabama and Georgia on December 30–31, bringing a significant freeze, widespread…
SOUTHERN NEW ENGLAND — A developing winter system is expected to bring plowable snow to much of southern New England between Friday afternoon and Saturday…
GEORGIA — It’s shaping up to be one of the warmest Christmas Days in recent memory for much of the United States, as meteorologists project…
COLUMBIA, SC — If you were hoping for a White Christmas in the Carolinas this year, you may want to put those snow shovels away….
ATLANTA, GA — Residents across Georgia, Florida, Alabama, and the Carolinas are in for a Christmas that feels more like early spring than winter. Forecast…
ANSLEY, NE — A massive supercell thunderstorm tore across central Nebraska on June 7, 2024, unleashing rain-wrapped tornadoes and hailstones nearly the size of softballs…
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — Forget the snow boots — Oklahoma and North Texas residents may need sunglasses and short sleeves this Christmas. Forecast maps show…
MYRTLE BEACH, SC — While much of the country braces for cold weather patterns this December, South Carolina’s Grand Strand and Pee Dee regions will…
HOUSTON, TX — A rainy weather system is moving across Southeast Texas, bringing moderate to heavy rain and isolated thunderstorms late Tuesday night into Wednesday…
INDIANAPOLIS, IN — Meteorologists are warning Indiana residents to prepare for rapidly deteriorating travel conditions Thursday night, as a sharp temperature plunge could lead to…
BIRMINGHAM, AL — Residents across Alabama, Georgia, and Mississippi are being warned to brace for strong, gusty winds expected to sweep through the region Thursday…
ATLANTA, GA — Weather experts say the Southern U.S. — including Georgia, Alabama, and Tennessee — should prepare for another round of Arctic cold as…
DALLAS, TX — A major weather pattern shift is underway across the United States, marking the end of the Arctic chill that has dominated much…
SEATTLE, WA — Just days after catastrophic flooding swept across parts of northwest Washington, a second atmospheric river is bearing down on the region —…
DALLAS, TX — A toasty Christmas week is in the forecast for much of the Southern and Central United States, as temperatures rise well above…
HOUSTON, TX — Texans woke up to the coldest morning of the season Monday, with widespread freezing temperatures stretching from Houston to College Station. But…
FLORIDA — Those dreaming of a white Christmas may be disappointed this year. According to the latest NOAA 8–14 Day Temperature Outlook, much of the…
GEORGIA — A powerful Arctic blast is set to transform the South into a deep freeze overnight, dropping temperatures into the low 20s across Alabama,…
UNITED STATES — After weeks of Arctic chill, the nation is preparing for a major warmup. Meteorologists report that a zonal flow — a west-to-east…
GEORGIA — Residents across Georgia should prepare for changing weather conditions late this week as a strong cold front moves through the region on Thursday…
TEXAS — Holiday sweaters may need to stay in the closet this year, as Texas is forecast to experience unseasonably warm weather this Christmas Eve,…
ALABAMA — A powerful surge of Arctic air has plunged across the Deep South, sending temperatures tumbling into the teens and 20s across Alabama, Georgia,…
ALABAMA — Residents across northern and central Alabama are in for a dramatic weather turnaround this week. Following a stretch of freezing temperatures that kept…
OHIO VALLEY — A striking new satellite image captured Sunday afternoon has revealed a distinct snow cutoff line across the Ohio Valley and Great Lakes…
MIDWEST — In a remarkable turn of weather extremes, parts of the Midwest were colder than the North Pole on Sunday as an intense Arctic…
PACIFIC NORTHWEST — Meteorologists are warning of powerful winds sweeping across Washington and Oregon early this week, with gusts potentially reaching 60 to 70 mph…
UNITED STATES — A massive Arctic air outbreak is set to engulf much of the nation early next week, sending temperatures crashing from the Northern…
UNITED STATES — Meteorologists say Christmas week will look and feel much different this year, as new NOAA temperature outlooks point to a significant warm-up…
GEORGIA — Powerful overnight winds ripped through neighborhoods across Alabama, Georgia, and northern Florida, sending holiday decorations tumbling, knocking out power to some areas, and…
GEORGIA — The Deep South is preparing for its coldest night of the season, as Arctic air grips Georgia and Alabama, sending temperatures tumbling into…
WASHINGTON — A powerful winter storm system is poised to deliver massive snowfall totals across the mountains of Washington state this week, with forecasters warning…
TEXAS — A sharp Arctic front sweeping across the Southern United States will send wind chills into the teens and single digits by early Monday…
ALABAMA — A bitter Arctic air mass is sweeping across the Deep South, plunging temperatures into the teens and low 20s overnight and creating dangerous…
UNITED STATES — Meteorologists are warning of an unpredictable weather pattern leading into Christmas week, as new model runs show multiple cold fronts sweeping across…
FRANKFORT, KENTUCKY — Intense snowfall is creating near whiteout conditions across central and northern Kentucky Saturday night, with roadways quickly turning treacherous as snow continues…
BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA — Residents across Louisiana and Mississippi should brace for a sharp and sudden chill as an Arctic cold front plunges deep into…
OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA — Residents across Oklahoma and Arkansas are waking up to a deep freeze this Sunday morning as a powerful Arctic air mass…
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON — A powerful winter storm system is set to unload extraordinary amounts of precipitation across Washington next week, bringing with it both flooding…
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS — Residents in Illinois and Indiana are being urged to prepare for life-threatening cold Sunday morning as frigid Arctic air moves across the…
ATLANTA, GEORGIA — Residents across Georgia, Alabama, and the Carolinas should prepare for a blustery Sunday morning as a strong Arctic cold front sweeps through…
ATLANTA, GEORGIA — A powerful Arctic front is set to unleash a dramatic temperature crash across the southern United States this weekend, sending residents from…
WASHINGTON — After enduring a period of record-setting flooding, Washington is now preparing for a dramatic shift in hazards as an enormous amount of mountain…
ALABAMA — North and Central Alabama are preparing for a significant and potentially hazardous cold blast this weekend, with temperatures dropping sharply after a brief…
FLORIDA — The Sunshine State is experiencing a dramatic burst of weather whiplash as temperatures rebound sharply from a cold Friday morning to an unseasonably…
UNITED STATES — Forecast data for December 20–26 shows a strong warm-up across Texas, Georgia, Florida, and the Carolinas, with many additional Southern states expected…
ALABAMA — Early December may have felt unusually chilly, but meteorologists note that Birmingham’s first 11 days of the month actually ranked as the 37th…
CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA — A Cheesecake Factory employee says he’s been the No. 1 server in sales at his restaurant for years — and he’s…
SALISBURY, NORTH CAROLINA — A shocking video circulating on social media has prompted public concern and a city investigation after a Salisbury Transit bus was…
SAMPSON COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA — A 38-year-old woman was found dead inside her home after being mauled by a dog she had been caring for,…
GREENVILLE, N.C. – A substitute teacher at J.H. Rose High School says he was stunned after administrators sent him home and blamed him for “causing…
NORTH CAROLINA — A TikTok influencer with millions of followers has been ordered to pay $1.75 million in damages after a North Carolina court ruled…
SPARTANBURG COUNTY, SOUTH CAROLINA — Officials in Spartanburg County are dispelling a viral social media post that claimed a woman was stabbed while visiting the…
WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA — A North Carolina man known for his tireless dedication to his community is being recognized on a national level. Jake Jarvis,…
WINSTON-SALEM, NORTH CAROLINA — Philanthropist and novelist MacKenzie Scott has donated a record-breaking $50 million to Winston-Salem State University (WSSU), marking the largest single gift…
GREENVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA — A North Carolina-based TikTok influencer has been ordered to pay $1.75 million in damages after a civil court found her responsible…
FLORENCE, SOUTH CAROLINA — Authorities in Florence County have confirmed that 14-year-old Jaylen Hunter, who was reported missing earlier this week, has been safely located….
LAKE WACCAMAW, NORTH CAROLINA — Archaeologists have uncovered a remarkable piece of Indigenous history beneath the surface of Lake Waccamaw — a 1,000-year-old Native American…
SENECA, SOUTH CAROLINA — Fire crews in Seneca worked late into Saturday night to contain a fast-moving blaze that completely destroyed an abandoned home on…
CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA — A school resource officer in Charlotte is under criminal investigation after a viral video captured him forcefully slamming a student to…
RALEIGH, N.C. — Authorities have issued an Amber Alert for 14-year-old Nevaeh Hope Patton, who went missing from her home in Mitchell County, a mountainous…
RAEFORD, NORTH CAROLINA — A 13-year-old boy suspected of killing his grandmother was shot and killed by a North Carolina deputy after allegedly charging toward…
SPARTANBURG, SOUTH CAROLINA — Drivers in Spartanburg got an unexpected Halloween treat when local police officers showed up to direct traffic dressed as clowns —…
GEORGETOWN COUNTY, S.C. — A South Carolina mom is taking “family tradition” to a whole new level — after a viral video showed her hauling…
COLUMBIA, SOUTH CAROLINA – South Carolina drivers will soon see a major change on the roads — and on their cars. The state is officially…
HORRY COUNTY, SOUTH CAROLINA – A dramatic rescue along a busy South Carolina highway was caught on video Tuesday afternoon, showing first responders and bystanders…
CONWAY, S.C. — In what might be the most entertaining wildlife footage to come out of South Carolina this year, a black bear visiting a…
WELLFORD, S.C. — Emergency crews from across Spartanburg County rushed to the scene of a massive landfill fire late Thursday night after flames erupted at…
SURF CITY, N.C. — A massive fire tore through a coastal neighborhood in Surf City on Friday evening, destroying multiple homes and sending thick plumes…
TIMBERLAKE, NORTH CAROLINA — What was supposed to be a homecoming celebration turned chaotic for one North Carolina Central University (NCCU) student after his car…
ONSLOW COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA — The North Carolina Forest Service is warning residents to take extra precautions this fall as ongoing dry conditions, low humidity,…
GREENVILLE, SOUTH CAROLINA — South Carolina residents are reporting a rise in sightings of large, bright yellow spiders this fall — the invasive Joro spider,…
NORTH CAROLINA — A North Carolina man says he discovered his boss’s intention to cut his pay after receiving an email that was accidentally sent…
NORTH CAROLINA — A woman’s decision not to attend her brother’s upcoming wedding in North Carolina has sparked an emotional family dispute after she revealed…
AIKEN, SOUTH CAROLINA — While college towns across America are known for their nightlife, energy, and entertainment, one South Carolina community is gaining attention for…
SUMTER, SOUTH CAROLINA — Residents across South Carolina’s Midlands region woke up to loud booms and shaking early Tuesday morning, sparking concern that an earthquake…
DURHAM COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA — Morning commuters in Durham County faced major delays on Tuesday after a log truck overturned, scattering lumber across a rural…
NORTH CAROLINA — A new analysis of federal crash data has found that North Carolina ranks as the fourth most dangerous state in the nation…
RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA — The North Carolina State Fair is underway in Raleigh, but opening day brought a terrifying experience for some fair-goers after a…
OUTER BANKS, NORTH CAROLINA — A tragic boating accident off the coast of North Carolina’s Outer Banks left one man dead and another injured after…
GAFFNEY, SOUTH CAROLINA — Global food manufacturer Nestlé has announced a sweeping plan to cut 16,000 jobs worldwide over the next two years as part…
LOWCOUNTRY, S.C. — A record number of manatees have been sighted in South Carolina waters this year, according to the South Carolina Department of Natural…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina State Fair took a major step toward inclusivity this week by hosting Sensory Day, a special event designed to…
ALAMANCE COUNTY, N.C. — Farmers across central North Carolina are facing mounting challenges as a late-season drought takes hold ahead of winter, leaving fields parched…
ST. HELENA ISLAND, S.C. — Authorities in Beaufort County are pleading for cooperation after a mass shooting at a crowded bar left four people dead…
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Firefighters in northwest Charlotte responded to a two-alarm fire Tuesday night at an automotive equipment business that briefly posed an elevated hazardous…
GREENVILLE, S.C. — Health officials say South Carolina’s measles outbreak continues to grow, with five new confirmed cases this week and one child’s exposure traced…
RALEIGH, N.C. — A major water main break has shut down a busy section of Blue Ridge Road in Raleigh, with repairs expected to continue…
OUTER BANKS, N.C. — Portions of North Carolina Highway 12 remain closed across multiple sections of the Outer Banks after powerful coastal flooding and dune…
RALEIGH, N.C. — Retirement in North Carolina doesn’t have to mean downsizing — it can mean simplifying. From waterfront charm to mountain serenity, these small…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — The longest-serving death row inmate in South Carolina, 77-year-old Fred Singleton, has died of natural causes after more than four decades behind…
WILMINGTON, N.C. — Health and climate experts are warning North Carolina residents about a sharp increase in so-called “mosquito days” after one of the state’s…
RALEIGH, N.C. — Many North Carolina drivers may treat turn signals as optional, but state law makes it clear — failing to use your blinker…
CAROLINA BEACH, N.C. — The Town of Carolina Beach has temporarily closed Freeman Park to all vehicular traffic as rough surf, strong winds, and high…
GREENVILLE, S.C. — After months of debate over downtown nightlife and public safety, the City of Greenville has voted to restore late-night hours for one…
SPARTANBURG COUNTY, S.C. — Health officials have confirmed North Carolina’s first flu-related death of the 2025–2026 flu season, prompting renewed calls for residents to get…
RALEIGH, N.C. — The North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles (NCDMV) has announced that drivers can now renew their non-REAL ID driver licenses online for…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Health officials have confirmed additional measles cases in South Carolina and Michigan, bringing the total number of infections in the United States…
GREENVILLE COUNTY, S.C. — A new proposal in the South Carolina Senate is drawing controversy over fears it could severely limit women’s access to common…
MAULDIN, S.C. — Police in Greenville County have arrested two parents after discovering what they described as one of the most horrific cases of child…
OLD FORT, N.C. — A North Carolina artist is turning the wreckage of a devastating storm into symbols of beauty and resilience. One year after…
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Seven people were injured Monday evening after a serious crash in northeast Charlotte’s University City area, according to local officials. Crash on…
CARTERET COUNTY, N.C. — An 88-year-old Jacksonville man has died after his boat overturned Sunday in Bogue Inlet, according to the North Carolina Wildlife Resources…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — South Carolina health authorities are warning residents statewide after a measles outbreak was confirmed in the Upstate region, marking one of the…
EDISTO BEACH, S.C. — Three people were injured after a fire broke out at a home linked to South Carolina Circuit Court Judge Diane Goodstein…
WALTERBORO, SOUTH CAROLINA — A South Carolina woman suffered critical injuries Wednesday morning after a high-speed single-vehicle crash on a remote stretch of Combahee Road…
ORANGEBURG, SOUTH CAROLINA — A night meant for celebration at South Carolina State University quickly turned chaotic Saturday after shots were fired near on-campus housing,…
EDISTO BEACH, SOUTH CAROLINA — The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) has launched an investigation into a house fire that hospitalized three people Saturday…
WINSTON-SALEM, NORTH CAROLINA — North Carolina’s 2025 flu season is officially underway, and health officials are warning residents not to underestimate it — especially after…
MYRTLE BEACH, SOUTH CAROLINA — The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) has confirmed a growing measles outbreak in the Upstate region, with new…
SOUTH CAROLINA — Black Bear Pass, one of Colorado’s most challenging mountain trails, has been closed indefinitely after a South Carolina driver ignored warnings and…
COLUMBIA, SOUTH CAROLINA — Lawmakers in South Carolina are weighing a proposal that could become the strictest abortion law in the United States, sparking hours…
ASHEVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA — Starbucks customers across North Carolina may soon find fewer cafés open as the company moves forward with a nationwide downsizing plan…
BUXTON, N.C. — Shocking video captured the moment five beachfront homes collapsed into the Atlantic Ocean on Tuesday as rough surf from Hurricanes Humberto and…
ELIZABETH CITY, N.C. — Relief spread through a North Carolina community Monday night after police confirmed that 15-year-old Khamari Cowell, who had been reported missing…
RALEIGH, N.C. — Starting Wednesday, October 1, more than two dozen new laws will officially go into effect in North Carolina, ranging from public safety…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Thousands of South Carolina drivers were cited during a recent five-day enforcement campaign aimed at cracking down on distracted driving and failures…
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Sitting in traffic often tempts drivers to cut through a gas station or parking lot to avoid a red light, but in…
RALEIGH, N.C. — With mosquito season peaking in late summer, North Carolina health officials are working to track and contain mosquito-borne diseases before they spread…
BRUNSWICK COUNTY, N.C. — Farmers across southeastern North Carolina are facing mounting challenges as a weeks-long drought threatens to derail the fall planting season, leaving…
AIKEN, S.C. — A well-known Aiken restaurant owner, affectionately known by locals as “Jimmy the Greek,” has died inside his longtime business, leaving the community…
OCONEE COUNTY, S.C. — A multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 85 near the South Carolina–Georgia state line turned deadly Tuesday morning, leaving one man dead and…
RALEIGH, N.C. — North Carolina is enlisting some unlikely allies in the fight against one of the state’s most destructive invasive pests: detector dogs. The…
WILMINGTON, N.C. — The National Weather Service in Wilmington has issued a rip current statement for parts of the southeast North Carolina coast, warning beachgoers…
ASHEVILLE, NC — One year after Tropical Storm Helene devastated Western North Carolina, the region continues to rebuild, but recovery is far from complete. While…
CAMDEN, S.C. — A massive blaze tore through the DeRoyal Textile Building, formerly known as the Hermitage Mill Plant, on Saturday, leaving the historic site…
CLINTON, N.C. — A Clinton man is celebrating a life-changing win after landing a $130,000 Cash 5 lottery prize just days before his milestone 40th…
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A glowing streak across the North Carolina sky this week had many residents convinced they were witnessing a comet or fireball. Experts…
RALEIGH, N.C. — September’s Suicide Prevention Month is a reminder of the urgent mental health crisis facing young people, and for one North Carolina mother,…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — South Carolina’s new Hands-Free and Distracted Driving Act brings stricter rules for phone use behind the wheel, leaving many drivers wondering: Can…
SWANNANOA, N.C. — A year after Hurricane Helene devastated western North Carolina, some children have yet to return to school as families continue to grapple…
ALLEGHANY COUNTY, N.C. — A North Carolina cattle farming operation has agreed to pay $92,500 after state regulators said its clear-cutting and grazing practices damaged…
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Residents in Iredell County are being urged to stay alert after a capuchin monkey was spotted roaming freely outside Charlotte this week….
BUXTON, N.C. — A beachfront home on the Outer Banks has collapsed into the Atlantic Ocean, prompting officials to restrict access to nearby beaches and…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — A new study has raised concerns over South Carolina’s ongoing teacher shortage, showing that more teachers are repaying student loans instead of…
OUTER BANKS, N.C. — High winds reaching 65 to 70 mph forced part of a modular home off its trailer on the Marc Basnight Bridge…
GREENVILLE, S.C. — South Carolina public safety officials are rolling out a weeklong crackdown on distracted driving, citing a rise in dangerous roadside incidents that…
GOLDSBORO, NORTH CAROLINA – Police say one woman was killed and a man was injured after both were struck by a vehicle while using wheelchairs…
COLUMBUS COUNTY, N.C. — The tragic loss of four young sisters in a North Carolina house fire has drawn an outpouring of support from law…
CONCORD, N.C. — A Cornelius police officer was killed Saturday afternoon after being struck by a vehicle while riding his bicycle with his wife, the…
TARBORO, N.C. — Communities across North Carolina are wrestling with the promise and peril of new data centers, which bring jobs and tax revenue but…
RALEIGH, N.C. — North Carolina’s film industry is about to see a major boost. Governor Josh Stein has announced that seven new film projects have…
RALEIGH, N.C. — North Carolinians aged 65 and older can now receive a COVID-19 booster shot without a prescription, thanks to new standing orders issued…
MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. — State agricultural officials have confirmed the detection of an Asian longhorned beetle at a shopping center in Mount Pleasant, raising concerns…
COLUMBIA, SOUTH CAROLINA – South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson confirmed this week that an online group known as Purgatory was responsible for the August…
REIDSVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA – A 26-year-old man wanted for an armed carjacking and multiple outstanding warrants has been taken into custody after an hours-long search…
FAYETTEVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA – A motorcyclist was killed Friday morning in a collision with a Cumberland County Schools bus, Fayetteville police confirmed. Crash on Bragg…
FOREST ACRES, SOUTH CAROLINA – A shooting at The Landing Apartments on Thursday evening left one man injured and prompted a swift response from police,…
CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA – A new report shows both Carolinas among the riskiest states for online dating in 2025, with South Carolina ranking in the…
COLUMBIA, SOUTH CAROLINA – Authorities have confirmed that human remains were discovered just outside Columbia on Thursday afternoon, prompting a joint investigation by multiple agencies….
UNITED STATES – New data from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey reveals a significant snapshot of changing American life between 2023 and 2024….
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – On the 600 block of North Martel Avenue, tucked between modern properties, stands a Spanish-style stucco home that has drawn both…
TENNESSEE – A resurfaced video taken the day before the infamous Jonestown Massacre has reignited conversations about the racial realities behind one of America’s darkest…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) has confirmed a third measles case in the state since July, raising concern among…
RALEIGH, N.C. — As North Carolina summers grow hotter and wetter, health experts warn that the state faces rising threats from viruses, bacteria, and insect-borne…
GREENVILLE, N.C. — The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is marking its second anniversary in North Carolina with expanded accessibility, now offering direct video calling…
ONSLOW COUNTY, N.C. — A key road in Onslow County will be closed this week as transportation crews carry out a delayed infrastructure project. Hubert…
WILMINGTON, N.C. — Nearly a year after a devastating no-name storm washed away roads and left coastal communities underwater, a key North Carolina highway has…
HONEA PATH, S.C. — In September 1934, the small mill town of Honea Path became the site of one of the deadliest labor strikes in…
BOONE, N.C. — Residents in Western North Carolina can now apply for reimbursements to help cover the cost of repairing private roads and bridges damaged…
CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA – What began as a nightmare with flash flooding turned even more surreal for one Charleston resident, whose car was swept out…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — South Carolina students are showing steady gains in reading and writing, but math achievement continues to trail, according to the latest SC…
RALEIGH, N.C. — North Carolina residents dreaming of a snowy winter may have reason for optimism, as both the Old Farmer’s Almanac and the Farmers’…
FOLLY BEACH, S.C. – While thousands of visitors flocked to Folly Beach for Labor Day celebrations, dozens of volunteers showed up with trash bags in…
COLUMBIA, S.C. – South Carolina drivers must now put their phones down behind the wheel. The state’s new Hands-Free and Distracted Driving Act officially took…
COLUMBIA, S.C. – South Carolina officials say this summer’s travel season was safer than last year, with the state recording a significant drop in traffic…
ELLERBE, N.C. – A firefighter was shot and injured while responding to a fire alarm call in Richmond County after a local man allegedly opened…
RALEIGH, N.C. – Hundreds of people gathered at the North Carolina State Capitol on Labor Day to take part in the “Workers Over Billionaires” movement,…
LINCOLN COUNTY, N.C. – A devastating fire tore through WoodMill Winery in Lincoln County over the weekend, destroying the vineyard’s main building but sparking an…
IREDELL COUNTY, N.C. — For many families, inheriting a home is seen as a blessing. But in North Carolina, nearly half of inherited properties quickly…
EDENTON, N.C. — After more than a century in public view, a Confederate monument in downtown Edenton was removed late Saturday night under court order,…
COLUMBUS COUNTY, N.C. — Four children were killed in a devastating early morning house fire Saturday in Columbus County, according to officials. Children Left Alone…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — South Carolina drivers are now required to go hands-free behind the wheel as the state’s new distracted driving law officially took effect…
NORTH CAROLINA — As Labor Day weekend brings one of the busiest travel periods of the year, North Carolina travelers are facing both airport delays…
HUNTERSVILLE, N.C. — One person was hospitalized with life-threatening injuries after a mobile home fire broke out overnight in Huntersville, according to local officials. The…
CLEVELAND, N.C. — A massive fire at the Daimler Freightliner truck manufacturing plant in Rowan County sent heavy smoke billowing into the sky on Saturday,…
COLUMBUS COUNTY, N.C. — A devastating early morning house fire in Columbus County claimed the lives of four young sisters on Saturday, while two others…
SPARTANBURG, S.C. — Police are investigating after a drive-by shooting damaged three homes and a car in Spartanburg early Saturday morning. According to the Spartanburg…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — For the first time in ten years, South Carolina has recorded a decline in overdose deaths, a shift that state health officials…
HAMPTON COUNTY, S.C. — South Carolina drivers will soon face stricter rules behind the wheel as the state’s new hands-free law officially goes into effect…
BURTON, S.C. – Firefighters in the Burton Fire District responded to their second fire in as many days, displacing several residents and prompting emergency aid…
ISLE OF PALMS, S.C. – More South Carolina communities are passing local hate crime ordinances, signaling frustration that the state remains one of only two…
RALEIGH, N.C. – Getting a COVID-19 vaccine in North Carolina just became more complicated. The FDA has narrowed approval of the updated 2025–26 shots to…
RALEIGH, N.C. – The FDA has approved updated COVID-19 vaccines for the 2025–26 season, but new rules mean that not every North Carolina resident can…
WILMINGTON, N.C. – A former North Carolina election official has been accused of contaminating Dairy Queen Blizzards with illegal drugs, leading to multiple felony charges…
RALEIGH, N.C. – North Carolina residents looking to receive the newly authorized 2025–26 COVID-19 vaccines at CVS locations will need a prescription, after the pharmacy…
HATTERAS ISLAND, N.C. – Residents and visitors on the Outer Banks were ordered to evacuate this week as Hurricane Erin churned offshore, threatening the fragile…
RALEIGH, N.C. – The North Carolina Education Lottery has released the winning results for Friday’s Pick 3 Midday drawing. The winning numbers were: 5 –…
HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. – Downtown Hendersonville is expected to welcome at least 250,000 visitors this Labor Day weekend as the 79th North Carolina Apple Festival kicks…
BUNCOMBE COUNTY, N.C. – North Carolina recorded a record-breaking $36.7 billion in visitor spending in 2024, according to the state Department of Commerce. But the…
RALEIGH, N.C. – Cooler-than-usual weather is fueling a massive fall bird migration across North Carolina, with experts predicting millions of birds will cross the state…
DURHAM, N.C. – The Durham County sheriff is warning that state lawmakers are undermining public safety by taking away resources and limiting tools that police…
WASHINGTON, D.C. – South Carolina officials have asked the U.S. Supreme Court to enforce the state’s transgender bathroom ban against a 13-year-old student, challenging a…
COLUMBIA, S.C. – South Carolina officials have launched a new initiative to provide digital safety maps for every public school, a move aimed at improving…
MANNING, S.C. – After spending more than a decade in prison for a crime he said he didn’t commit, Michael Pearson walked free on Thursday…
SPARTANBURG, S.C. – A local advocacy group is calling on Spartanburg leaders to take action where state lawmakers have not. The Spartanburg Initiative for Racial…
GREENWOOD COUNTY, S.C. — A series of earthquakes has rattled South Carolina in recent days, with officials warning residents to prepare for the possibility of…
RALEIGH, N.C. — Wake County Public Schools welcomed students to four newly built schools this week, a reflection of the district’s rapid expansion but also…
RALEIGH, N.C. — When storms threaten North Carolina, thousands turn not to TV meteorologists, but to a 22-year-old college student in Raleigh whose forecasts have…
ST. CLAIR SHORES, MI – Metro Detroit’s beloved Bommarito Bakery has reached a milestone few family businesses ever achieve: 100 years in operation. Known for…
DETROIT, MI – Frontier Airlines is stepping up its presence in Michigan by announcing a major expansion out of Detroit Metro Airport, part of what…
CHARLESTON, S.C. — South Carolina Ports is moving forward with significant expansion projects aimed at boosting rail and container capacity ahead of 2026. Leatherman Rail…
CHARLESTON, S.C. — A Charleston educator is being recognized for his efforts to help students take ownership of their learning by giving them something they…
SENECA, S.C. — A small plane crashed near Clemson University on Tuesday morning after experiencing engine failure, according to emergency officials. Crash Near Oconee County…
CORONACA, S.C. — A cluster of earthquakes rattled parts of South Carolina over the weekend, with 11 quakes recorded in the Coronaca and Lake Greenwood…
CHARLOTTE, NC – Fall is fast approaching, and North Carolina residents are already asking when the leaves will hit peak color this year. According to…
CHAPEL HILL, NC – A North Carolina highway crash has left a college student without his parents and thrust into the role of caretaker for…
HOLLY SPRINGS, NC – Biotech leader Genentech, part of the Roche Group, has officially broken ground on its first East Coast manufacturing facility, marking a…
DALLAS, NC – Southeast Recycling Group (SRG), a Dallas, North Carolina-based metals recycling firm, announced it will acquire Sisk Scrap Recycling, a longtime South Carolina…
OUTER BANKS, NC – Known for their sweeping beaches and popular tourist draws, North Carolina’s Outer Banks are also among the most storm-battered coastlines in…
CONCORD, NC – Popular TikTok creator Malik Taylor, who entertained more than 200,000 followers with his comedic and creative videos, died in a car accident…
RALEIGH, N.C. — Beginning January 1, 2026, students across North Carolina will no longer be allowed to use their cell phones during class time under…
RALEIGH, N.C. — Drivers in North Carolina will soon see a major change in school zones as a new law authorizes the use of automated…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Beginning September 1, South Carolina drivers will be prohibited from holding their phones while driving as the state’s new hands-free driving law…
HATTERAS ISLAND, N.C. — A critical roadway in the Outer Banks has reopened after days of closures caused by Hurricane Erin’s coastal flooding and erosion,…
GREENWOOD COUNTY, S.C. — Residents near Lake Greenwood were jolted awake early Saturday as a rare earthquake swarm shook the region, rattling homes across Greenwood…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — The 2025 Atlantic hurricane season reached another milestone this weekend as Tropical Storm Fernand became the sixth named storm of the year….
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — North Carolina’s electric vehicle market is booming, and new charging infrastructure is racing to keep pace. State data shows that as of…
CHARLESTON, S.C. — Heavy rainfall from a slow-moving storm system triggered dangerous flash flooding across the Charleston area Friday, closing dozens of roads and swamping…
OUTER BANKS, N.C. – Highway 12, the vital roadway running through the Outer Banks, remains closed as crews battle to clear water, sand, and storm…
PICKENS COUNTY, S.C. – State health officials have confirmed rabies cases across five South Carolina counties after a bobcat, fox, raccoons, and a skunk all…
GREENWOOD, S.C. – Residents in Greenwood County experienced three minor earthquakes this week, all recorded within the same area near Coronaca, according to the U.S….
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – The North Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles is moving to address long-standing complaints about wait times by adding nearly 100 new employees…
SPARTANBURG COUNTY, S.C. — A tragic crash on Wednesday morning in Spartanburg County claimed the life of a 55-year-old man after his pickup truck struck…
CHARLESTON, S.C. – A Charleston man is suing Uber and one of its drivers after a disturbing incident that allegedly left him with brain trauma,…
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Drivers across North Carolina have noticed an unusual roadside companion: tall, fast-growing stalks of bamboo lining stretches of highways and local roads….
PROSPERITY, S.C. – A giant albino python roaming near Mid-Carolina High School in Newberry County was safely captured, bringing an unsettling incident to a close…
CHARLESTON, S.C. — Drivers in downtown Charleston will soon pay more to park, as Charleston County plans to roll out new rate hikes for two…
WILMINGTON, NC — Nearly 85 people have been rescued from dangerous rip currents along the North Carolina coast as the effects of Hurricane Erin churn…
CHARLOTTE, NC – Lydia Thompson, a mixed media artist and ceramics professor at UNC Charlotte, recently returned from a powerful creative journey through Ghana —…
CHAPEL HILL, NORTH CAROLINA – A Cleveland couple, both employees of the Cleveland Metropolitan School District (CMSD), were killed Friday in a crash on Interstate…
CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA – A car was found flipped upside down late Saturday night following an apparent crash in Charlotte’s University City area, according to…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — The number of people filing for unemployment benefits in South Carolina ticked down last week, offering a small sign of continued labor…
BISHOPVILLE, S.C. — Nine students were taken to the hospital after a Lee County school bus collided with a gas tanker truck Thursday afternoon near…
BURGaw, N.C. — A new state audit has revealed that the Burgaw Division of Motor Vehicles location in Pender County has the second-longest wait times…
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — North Carolina residents who rely on Affordable Care Act health insurance could face major premium hikes starting next year. According to WBTV,…
NEW HANOVER COUNTY, N.C. — Tucked just south of Wilmington, Zeke’s Island Reserve spans 1,635 acres of diverse habitats — from salt marshes and tidal…
RALEIGH, N.C. — In a rare show of bipartisan unity, U.S. Representatives Valerie Foushee (D-4th District) and Greg Murphy (R-3rd District) have introduced a joint…
PEAK, S.C. – As America prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary, the historic town of Peak in South Carolina is offering visitors an opportunity to…
LAKE TOXAWAY, N.C. – Residents in parts of Western North Carolina experienced a rare double seismic event over the weekend when two small earthquakes struck…
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Thousands of students across South Carolina will now have guaranteed access to free school meals as a new state law takes effect…
FAIR PLAY, S.C. — State leaders and community officials gathered Friday for the symbolic groundbreaking of the new South Carolina Welcome Center along Interstate 85,…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — While newly released FBI statistics show violent crime in Tennessee has declined over the past five years, this past weekend painted a…
WAKE FOREST, N.C. — More than a year after a violent domestic incident that left his wife dead and himself critically injured, 64-year-old Xuan Thanh…
NORTH CAROLINA — The grieving mother of 18-year-old Giovanni Pelletier says her family, not law enforcement, made the heartbreaking discovery of his body after he…
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — Students across North Carolina are starting the 2025-26 school year under warm, summer-like conditions with highs in the 80s and the potential…
BUCKSPORT, S.C. — The South Carolina coast experienced a small but notable tremor early Saturday morning when a magnitude 1.9 earthquake struck near Bucksport, a…
LAKE LURE, N.C. — One of North Carolina’s most cherished landmarks, the Lake Lure Flowering Bridge, will soon be demolished following catastrophic damage from Hurricane…
NORTH CAROLINA – Authorities are searching for 18-year-old Giovanni Pelletier, a North Carolina teen who vanished under puzzling circumstances during a family trip to Florida….
HIGHLANDS, N.C. – A North Carolina woman says her drive to the mountains took a strange turn last week when she spotted what she believes…
GREENSBORO, N.C. – A surprising blast of chilly weather has broken records in central North Carolina, with Greensboro setting new low high-temperature records for two…
GREENVILLE COUNTY, S.C. — Two Greenville County deputies were seriously injured during a recent training exercise after mistakenly using live breaching shotgun rounds instead of…
OUTER BANKS, NORTH CAROLINA — A man is recovering in intensive care after contracting a rare and aggressive Vibrio infection in the Outer Banks —…
NORTH CAROLINA — A retired dermatologist from Parkland, Florida, tragically died after falling along a steep hiking trail in the mountains of North Carolina last…
CLEMSON — Farmers across South Carolina are getting a boost in their fight against extreme weather, thanks to a new partnership between Clemson University and…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — After enduring a sweltering July with weeks of triple-digit heat indices, South Carolina residents are now pulling out umbrellas and light jackets…
SOUTH CAROLINA — Endless rounds of rain are drenching much of the state this week as a persistent line of storms, tropical moisture, and low-pressure…
SOUTH CAROLINA — Representative RJ May is accusing his former colleagues in the South Carolina Freedom Caucus of stiffing him on nearly $7,000 in campaign…
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Authorities in Columbia are asking for the public’s help in locating a 31-year-old woman who hasn’t been seen since last month. The…
OAK ISLAND, N.C. – A small plane crashed into the Atlantic Ocean near Oak Island Pier on Friday evening, but the pilot miraculously survived, according…
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. – South Carolina’s annual tax-free weekend came to a close after three days of packed shopping aisles, deep discounts, and much-needed relief…
ATLANTA, Ga. — Authorities have confirmed that human remains discovered in Florida in early May belong to 24-year-old Nicholas Lamont Anderson, an Atlanta man who…
SOUTH CAROLINA — Federal officials have confirmed the discovery of four radioactive wasp nests at the Savannah River Site, a former nuclear weapons facility in…
RALEIGH, N.C. — The National Weather Service (NWS) issued a flash flood warning Friday night for several central North Carolina counties after heavy thunderstorms dumped…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Federal officials have approved $150 million in grant funding for South Carolina’s recovery from Hurricane Helene, giving the state a major boost…
CHEROKEE COUNTY, S.C. — Staff at the Gaffney EMS headquarters have been forced to relocate operations after flooding and structural damage disrupted services this week….
WILMINGTON, N.C. — A 16-year-old girl from Kernersville is in the intensive care unit after a devastating crash involving a suspected DWI driver in Wilmington…
WILMINGTON, N.C. — As heat index values soar into the triple digits, officials at the Battleship North Carolina Memorial have launched a set of safety…
FUQUAY-VARINA, N.C. — Residents frustrated by months-long waits for DMV appointments in southern Wake County may soon find some relief. A new state spending plan…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — A monumental tribute to one of South Carolina’s most influential Black leaders is coming to the State Capitol grounds. Robert Smalls, an…
COLUMBIA, S.C. – A wave of serious criminal charges has been issued against several inmates within South Carolina’s prison system, the Department of Corrections confirmed…
ATLANTA — As thousands of students across Georgia return to school this week, the FOX 5 Storm Team has released a detailed district-by-district forecast showing…
SOUTH CAROLINA — A family in Berkeley County has filed a lawsuit against Delta Airlines and its subsidiary Unifi Aviation after discovering that their lost…
KOBULETI, GEORGIA — A man in Kobuleti is facing serious criminal charges after allegedly attacking his ex-wife, violating a protective order, and intentionally damaging property,…
COLUMBIA, SC — The Georgian State Security Service (SSSG) has arrested Lasha Tsanava, a senior member of the opposition United National Movement (UNM), in an…
AIKEN, S.C. — Officials with the Department of Energy have confirmed the discovery of radioactive wasps at the Savannah River Site, a sprawling nuclear facility…
NORTH CAROLINA — With scorching temperatures gripping much of the state, many North Carolinians are facing an all-too-common question: What happens if your air conditioning…
NORTH CAROLINA – A massive great white shark was caught and released off Cape Hatteras this spring, highlighting a concerning trend: more sharks are being…
AVERY COUNTY, NC — Health officials in North Carolina are investigating a confirmed case of tuberculosis (TB) in Avery County, prompting contact tracing efforts involving…
NORTH CAROLINA — As North Carolina continues recovering from its own recent flood damage, several of its state agencies have deployed to Texas to help…
CHARLESTON, S.C. – A newly released federal report shows that South Carolina’s small business community is not only thriving but also increasingly diverse, with more…
GREENVILLE COUNTY, S.C. — South Carolina’s once-thriving dairy farming community is shrinking fast, and for many longtime family farms, the options have become clear: adapt…
ASHEBORO, N.C. — The North Carolina Center for Missing Persons has issued a Silver Alert for a missing Asheboro man believed to be suffering from…
ELIZABETH CITY, N.C. — A new era in health care is beginning for Elizabeth City and the surrounding rural communities, as Sentara Health unveils its…
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) will reclaim $12.5 million in federal education grants after the U.S. Department of Education reversed its freeze on billions…
RALEIGH, NC — New unemployment claims in North Carolina declined last week, reflecting growing labor market stability across the state. According to the U.S. Department…
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Charlotte’s vibrant street food scene is facing growing tension as legitimate vendors sound the alarm over a spike in illegal operations. Since…
CLOVER, S.C. — Deputies in York County are looking for two suspects caught on video jumping a locked fence and setting off an explosive that…
GREENVILLE, S.C. – A Greyhound bus traveling from Charlotte to Atlanta was involved in a serious crash early Friday morning on Interstate 85, leaving 12…
ATLANTA, GEORGIA — Grammy-nominated rapper GloRilla, born Gloria Hallelujah Woods, was arrested in Georgia this week on multiple felony drug charges, marking her second run-in…
CHARLESTON, SC — George Sink Injury Lawyers, one of South Carolina’s most recognized personal injury law firms, has been named a 2025 Best of South…
NORTH CAROLINA — Global biotech giant Biogen has announced a landmark $2 billion investment into its existing manufacturing operations at Research Triangle Park (RTP), North…
SPARTANBURG, S.C. — South Carolina State Senator Josh Kimbrell, who recently launched a campaign for governor in the 2026 election, has surrendered his stake in…
HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C. — A 49-year-old Indian national tragically drowned Thursday evening while swimming with his son off the coast of Hilton Head Island,…
RALEIGH, N.C. — North Carolina’s controversial energy bill, Senate Bill 266, is drawing sharp criticism just days before the state legislature is set to vote…
RALEIGH, N.C. — A dangerous weather alert has been issued across several counties in North Carolina as the National Weather Service in Raleigh declared an…
RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA — As hurricane season intensifies and emergency responses stretch thin, North Carolina leaders are working on a comprehensive plan to keep domestic…
NORTH CAROLINA — When Larry Sparrow moved to rural Whiteville in Columbus County, he envisioned peaceful retirement. But instead of calm mornings and quiet evenings,…
AIKEN, SOUTH CAROLINA — Global power systems manufacturer Rolls-Royce is making a major commitment to its South Carolina operations with a $75 million investment in…
SOUTH CAROLINA — A commercial fisherman based in McClellanville has been sentenced to more than a year in federal prison after being convicted of falsifying…
RALEIGH, NC — North Carolina is preparing a bold new approach to ensure domestic violence programs and shelters remain operational during hurricanes and major storms,…
COLUMBIA, SC — More than 8,000 acres of roadless land in South Carolina’s national forests could soon be vulnerable to development, logging, and mining, as…
COLUMBIA, SC — If you’ve driven through South Carolina lately, you’ve likely noticed a grim trend: an increase in roadkill scattered along highways, rural roads,…
COLUMBIA, SC — A South Carolina family is grieving the sudden loss of 12-year-old Jaysen Carr, who died after contracting a rare and deadly brain-eating…
RALEIGH, NC — The National Weather Service in Raleigh has issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook for central North Carolina, warning residents of an intensifying heatwave…
GREENVILLE, S.C. — A North Carolina man is now a millionaire after a chance stop at an Upstate South Carolina gas station led to a…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Two California brothers have been federally indicted following the largest fentanyl seizure in South Carolina’s history, according to an announcement from the…
GREENVILLE, NC — The Greenville Utilities Commission has unanimously approved a $1.16 million contract to renovate the laboratory at its main water treatment plant, a…
GEORGIA — Russia has nearly doubled its pork exports to Georgia, hitting the highest level since November 2024, according to newly released data from RIA…
GEORGIA — Local tomato growers may soon see an unexpected boost thanks to a newly imposed U.S. tariff on imported Mexican tomatoes — a move…
UNITED STATES — Scientists have unveiled a CRISPR-based gene-editing breakthrough that may dramatically reduce the spread of malaria by genetically modifying mosquitoes to prevent them…
GEORGIA/SOUTH CAROLINA — Hyundai Motor Group has slashed its electric vehicle (EV) exports to the United States by a staggering 88%, opting instead to boost…
SOUTH CAROLINA — Beginning September 1, 2025, drivers across the state will have to go hands-free, as South Carolina’s new mobile device law goes into…
SOUTH CAROLINA — Excitement is building in the youth baseball community as Victoria Northeast, a talented all-star team from Texas, prepares to head to South…
NORTH CAROLINA — A rural road in southeastern North Carolina became the scene of a tragic and deeply unsettling discovery on Friday, July 18, after…
NORTH CAROLINA — Early Tuesday morning, a magnitude 1.3 earthquake struck near the North Carolina-Georgia-South Carolina border, the latest in a string of minor tremors…
NORTH CAROLINA — Homeowners across 18 of North Carolina’s coastal counties will now have access to $6,000 grants for roofing upgrades, thanks to a major…
NORTH CAROLINA — A unique approach to child welfare is gaining ground in North Carolina, as the Safe Babies Court program expands across several counties…
NORTH CAROLINA — Whether you’re a government agency, general contractor, or private project owner, understanding design-build regulations in North Carolina is crucial to executing compliant…
SOUTH CAROLINA — A heat dome has settled over the Upstate region, locking in oppressive temperatures and pushing heat index values well above 100 degrees…
SOUTH CAROLINA — The University of South Carolina’s College of Pharmacy earned major recognition at the 2025 South Carolina Pharmacy Association (SCPhA) Awards, as faculty,…
SOUTH CAROLINA — First Community Corp, a prominent financial institution based in South Carolina and traded under NASDAQ: FCCO, delivered strong earnings for the second…
GREENVILLE, S.C. — Dangerous heat is sweeping across South Carolina this week as a heat dome settles over the region, trapping hot air and causing…
SOUTH CAROLINA – A federal judge has sentenced a Lowcountry commercial fisherman to one year and one day in prison, along with a $7,500 fine,…
SOUTH CAROLINA — As more customers rely on digital wallets and credit cards, some South Carolina businesses have started to go entirely cashless. But can…
RALEIGH, N.C. — Central North Carolina is experiencing its hottest summer on record in 2025, with average temperatures soaring well above previous years, especially during…
SOUTH CAROLINA & GEORGIA — A new health report has placed Georgia and South Carolina among the top states in the nation for rising sexually…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — As the 2025–2026 academic year kicks off across South Carolina, students are returning to class with one major change in place: a…
CHARLESTON, S.C. — The South Carolina Shrimpers Association has filed a federal lawsuit against 25 Charleston-area restaurants, accusing them of deceiving customers by falsely advertising…
CHARLESTON, S.C. – The Bank of South Carolina Corporation has earned a spot on American Banker‘s prestigious list of the Top 100 publicly traded community…
PICKENS COUNTY, SOUTH CAROLINA — A nearly 60-year-old bridge on Crowe Creek Road collapsed Monday, prompting the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) to warn…
CLEVELAND COUNTY, N.C. — A police chase involving a stolen vehicle turned deadly early Saturday morning when the fleeing SUV crashed near the South Carolina…
CHARLOTTE — A pedestrian was critically injured early Tuesday morning after being hit by a city transit bus in the heart of uptown Charlotte, according…
NORTH CAROLINA — A young child was rescued from the base of a scenic waterfall in Pisgah National Forest on Monday afternoon after sudden flash…
NORTH CAROLINA — A rising number of deadly crashes involving farm equipment on rural roads has become a major safety concern in North Carolina, with…
NORTH CAROLINA – Officials in North Carolina are warning the public about a growing phone scam allegedly operated by jail inmates, who are impersonating bail…
CHARLESTON, S.C. – The Bank of South Carolina has been ranked among the nation’s Top 100 publicly traded community banks, placing 66th on a prestigious…
PENNSYLVANIA — There’s no place quite like the Keystone State. It’s a strange yet wonderful fusion of steel-town grit, Appalachian tradition, East Coast sass, and…
DELAWARE — While the First State may be small, Delaware packs in an impressive mix of history, small-town charm, and coastal escapes that make it…
NEVADA — Tucked into the remote, high-desert landscape of the Great Basin are seven ghost towns that seem suspended in time — remnants of Nevada’s…
CALABASH, NORTH CAROLINA — Tucked away in southeastern North Carolina near the South Carolina border, the small fishing town of Calabash has earned a giant…
NORTH CAROLINA — More than 10,000 students across North Carolina will continue receiving essential academic and enrichment support, thanks to a new injection of $35.8…
NORTH CAROLINA — As beachgoers flock to the Wilmington coastline this summer, local officials and marine experts are reminding the public that they’re not the…
CATAWBA COUNTY, N.C. — A North Carolina police officer has been arrested and charged with second-degree murder in connection with the fatal shooting of a…
COLUMBIA, S.C. – South Carolina is investing an additional $200 million to address its rapidly aging bridge infrastructure, a move that comes just a year…
SOUTH CAROLINA — Health officials have confirmed a rare case of a brain-eating amoeba in a South Carolina resident who had recently been swimming in…
RIDGEWAY, S.C. – Southwinds Assisted Living in Ridgeway has been permanently closed by the South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) following a troubling pattern…
FLORIDA — The fight against invasive Burmese pythons in the Florida Everglades is more than just a government initiative — it’s also drawing public participation…
UNITED STATES — Over the past century, Boston has undergone significant demographic changes, with the white population dropping from 99% in 1925 to 44% in…
NORTH CAROLINA — A child was safely rescued by emergency responders after flash flooding surged through Looking Glass Falls in Western North Carolina, causing the…
MINNESOTA — A widespread Air Quality Alert remains in effect across northern and central Minnesota through 9 a.m. Monday, as thick wildfire smoke from Canada…
CHARLESTON, WV — A Flood Watch remains in effect for 14 counties across West Virginia through Monday morning, as widespread rainfall from thunderstorms raises the…
MONTPELIER, VT – A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been issued for parts of Vermont, with the National Weather Service (NWS) warning of potential severe weather…
CONCORD, N.H. – The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch across multiple New Hampshire counties, warning of damaging winds, hail, and…
PROVIDENCE, R.I. – A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been issued for Rhode Island until 9 p.m. EDT this evening, with strong winds, heavy rain, and…
BOSTON, MA — A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been issued for large portions of New England, including Rhode Island, Connecticut, and Massachusetts, as a powerful…
SPRINGFIELD, IL – Central Illinois is bracing for a round of intense thunderstorms expected to bring excessive rainfall and flash flooding through early Monday morning,…
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Living in South Carolina may seem more affordable than in places like California or New York, but a new report shows it…
WYOMING — A fast-moving wildfire in southern Wyoming has forced the full closure of Wyoming Highway 130 (WY130) between Saratoga and Laramie, leaving residents and…
PHILADELPHIA, PA — What began as an experiment in magnetic warfare defense during World War II has grown into one of America’s most infamous military…
COLORADO — High in Colorado’s remote backcountry, a string of alpine lakes sits like hidden gems carved by time. They don’t just resemble Switzerland’s famed…
WYOMING — Step into Cody, and you’re stepping into a way of life that never faded. In this rugged town where the air still carries…
NORTH CAROLINA — Travelers flying between the United Kingdom and North Carolina may notice their journeys getting noticeably smoother — and it’s not by chance….
SPARTANBURG COUNTY, S.C. – A 19-year-old roadside construction worker is fighting for his life after being struck by a vehicle in an active work zone,…
RALEIGH, N.C. — North Carolina officials have begun assessing widespread damage left behind by Tropical Storm Chantal, which soaked the state with more than 10…
GEORGIA — Georgia Southern University has earned national recognition for its online Master of Science in Computer Science program, which was recently ranked sixth in…
ATLANTA — A Georgia Tech student is drawing national attention for creating a home cervical cancer screening device that could change how women approach early…
GEORGIA — A prolonged heatwave is raising alarm in Georgia as the heat index climbs above 100 degrees, prompting warnings about heat stroke and child…
NORTH CAROLINA – A prolonged stretch of wet weather continues to drench North Carolina this July, with scattered thunderstorms, flash flooding risks, and tropical moisture…
ASHEBORO, N.C. — The North Carolina Zoo has announced the heartbreaking death of Leia, a beloved giraffe who passed away Tuesday following a complication during…
GREENSBORO, N.C. — Fourteen-year-old Nyla has spent most of her young life in foster care, but she’s never stopped hoping for a family to call…
FORT MILL, S.C. — With the first day of school quickly approaching, the South Carolina Department of Public Health is urging families to update their…
ISLE OF PALMS, S.C. — South Carolina’s coastal waters are home to several species of sea turtles that not only enrich the marine environment but…
SUNSET, S.C. — A small private plane made an emergency landing Thursday morning on the first fairway of Old Edwards Reserve at Lake Keowee, after…
WAUCONDA, IL — A group of local teens biking through Wauconda made a potentially life-saving decision on Wednesday afternoon when they discovered a handgun lying…
ILLINOIS — A dangerous heatwave is forecast to sweep across the Midwest from July 24 to July 30, impacting millions in Illinois, Iowa, and Missouri…
DETROIT, MI — Southeast Michigan residents should brace for a weather rollercoaster this weekend, with stormy conditions expected Saturday followed by a refreshing return to…
DES MOINES, IOWA — A series of back-to-back overnight thunderstorms is forecast to strike parts of Iowa beginning Friday evening, bringing with it damaging winds,…
SHREVEPORT, LOUISIANA — A developing tropical disturbance in the Gulf of Mexico is bringing widespread rainfall and stormy conditions to northeast Louisiana, with some areas…
MISSOURI — Southwest Missouri is bracing for a stretch of intense weather conditions as thunderstorms, possible flash flooding, and sweltering temperatures take aim at the…
BILLINGS, MONTANA — The National Weather Service has issued a severe weather alert for northeast Montana, where a fast-moving storm system is forecasted to bring…
CARSON CITY, Nev. — A 3.6 magnitude earthquake struck early Wednesday morning just northeast of Yerington, briefly shaking homes and waking residents across western Nevada….
NORTH CAROLINA — A flash flood warning remains in effect for northwest North Carolina through late Thursday night as slow-moving thunderstorms threaten to overwhelm streams,…
CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS — A dangerous heat wave is scorching the Coastal Bend region this week, with temperatures forecast to reach up to 105°F in…
SOUTHERN U.S. — A tropical disturbance churning in the Gulf of Mexico has triggered flood watches across multiple Gulf Coast states, with forecasters warning of…
MINNESOTA — With over 10,000 lakes scattered across the state, Minnesotans are no strangers to water. From kayaking in the Boundary Waters to tubing down…
EDISTO BEACH, S.C. — Three individuals were rescued Wednesday morning after spending the night clinging to an overturned boat near Otter Island, located off South…
NEW JERSEY — Flash floods swept across the northeastern United States this week, claiming two lives in New Jersey and prompting a wave of emergency…
COLUMBIA, SOUTH CAROLINA — As climate disasters intensify across the U.S., experts warn that the insurance industry may be the first domino to fall in…
SAN FRANCISCO — As of this week, 49 out of 50 U.S. states are now facing at least moderate drought conditions, marking one of the…
SOUTH CAROLINA — The U.S. Postal Service’s much-publicized push to modernize its delivery fleet with electric vehicles is falling significantly behind schedule, raising new questions…
LOS ANGELES – As wildfires rage through Southern California, killing at least 24 people and forcing over 100,000 evacuations, environmental scientists are sounding the alarm…
SOUTH CAROLINA — With atmospheric carbon dioxide at dangerously high levels, scientists and entrepreneurs are racing to develop bold new solutions. One of the most…
CHICAGO — As record-breaking temperatures continue to dominate headlines around the globe, scientists are sounding the alarm: many of the world’s major cities may soon…
SOUTH CAROLINA — Across the United States — and right here in the Carolinas — spring is undergoing a dramatic transformation. According to recent reports…
NORTH CAROLINA — Central North Carolina remains on edge as more severe thunderstorms are forecast to hit the region just days after Tropical Storm Chantal…
NORTH CAROLINA — A severe thunderstorm warning issued for portions of western North Carolina expired at 3:15 p.m. Tuesday, but authorities continue to urge residents…
SOUTH CAROLINA — Intense thunderstorms prompted the National Weather Service (NWS) Columbia SC to issue a flash flood warning late Monday afternoon, covering several counties…
CAROLINAS — French fries may seem like a simple side dish, but a recent nationwide survey suggests people have strong opinions about which type reigns…
COLUMBIA, S.C. – The South Carolina Department of Public Health (SCDPH) has officially deployed three mobile health clinics across the state, aiming to deliver free…
RALEIGH, N.C. — Tropical Storm Chantal may have weakened after landfall, but its impact was anything but minor in North Carolina, where record rainfall totals…
CHARLOTTE — After several days of unrelenting storms, much of central and western North Carolina is finally beginning to dry out — but only temporarily….
LINCOLNTON, N.C. — What began as a typical Tuesday night turned into chaos for many Lincoln County residents as torrential rain, described as falling at…
WARESBORO, GEORGIA — A tragic lightning strike during a thunderstorm claimed the lives of two Georgia teenagers on Thursday night as they were fishing at…
CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA — A stunning new claim presented at a recent scientific conference in North Carolina may rewrite what we know about ancient Egypt….
CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA — PepsiCo, the parent company of Frito-Lay, has officially submitted plans to install 18 Tesla Semi charging stations at its manufacturing site…
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Fresh political tensions have erupted over redistricting efforts in Texas and North Carolina, with Democrats accusing Republican leaders of manipulating district maps…
CHARLESTON, S.C. — Once a stronghold of South Carolina’s Black community, Charleston has experienced a dramatic demographic transformation over the past 40 years, sparking notable…
SOUTH CAROLINA — A brief but heated Twitter exchange between Rep. Nancy Mace (R-SC) and California Gov. Gavin Newsom has stirred fresh conversation about how…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — South Carolina renters now have more legal protections under new 2025 laws that strengthen notice requirements, limit fast-track evictions, and improve access…
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Department of Justice has filed a formal statement of interest in a high-profile lawsuit alleging that major media organizations and…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — South Carolina has officially enacted a new law in 2025 that protects vulnerable residents from having their electricity or water disconnected during…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — If you’re driving with a license plate frame or cover that blocks even a tiny portion of your plate, you could be…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — South Carolina law enforcement agencies are stepping up enforcement of car window tint violations, citing an increase in illegally darkened windows during…
SALUDA, S.C. — A new push to protect cyclists on South Carolina roads means drivers must now leave a minimum of three feet when passing…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — South Carolina has updated and clarified its child restraint law, requiring parents and guardians to use booster seats for most children under…
SALUDA, S.C. — South Carolina drivers are being hit with tougher enforcement for a law many don’t even know they’re breaking: failing to move over…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — In a major push toward safer and smarter driving, South Carolina this year passed two landmark laws: a hands‑free and distracted driving…
ANDERSON COUNTY, S.C. — A 33-year-old former public school teacher is facing serious criminal charges after authorities say she carried out a “prolonged pattern of…
SOUTH CAROLINA — California Gov. Gavin Newsom is facing a new wave of criticism online as opponents call out his national travel schedule while his…
UNITED STATES — A new federal budget measure championed by former President Donald Trump and Republican lawmakers includes a $186 billion reduction in food stamp…
RALEIGH, N.C. — North Carolina lawmakers have passed the Power Reduction Act (Senate Bill 266), repealing the state’s mandate to reduce power plant carbon emissions…
GEORGIA — With the 2026 midterms still over a year away, Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff is already gaining substantial momentum in Georgia’s hotly contested Senate…
COLUMBIA, SOUTH CAROLINA — On this day in 2015, the Confederate battle flag was officially removed from the South Carolina State House grounds in a…
GEORGIA — A prominent Georgia financial firm run by the Frost family has been charged with operating a massive Ponzi scheme that defrauded over 300…
GEORGIA — In a fiery appearance on the Matt Gaetz Show via One America News Network, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) criticized the U.S. Department…
NORTH CAROLINA — North Carolina has officially been ranked as America’s top state for business in 2025 by CNBC, but a new wave of political…
COLUMBIA, S.C. – As state leaders tout a budget surplus, South Carolina Republicans are turning up the heat on a long-running conservative priority: eliminating the…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — As California Governor Gavin Newsom continues to spark speculation about a 2028 presidential run, his recent two-day tour through South Carolina drew…
NORTH CAROLINA — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted full approval for Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine, Spikevax, in children aged six months through…
NORTH CAROLINA — A fisherman from Pitt County has officially broken a state fishing record after reeling in a rarely seen species off the coast…
RALEIGH, N.C. — Starting with the 2026–27 school year, public school districts across North Carolina will have the option to start the academic year earlier…
CHARLOTTE, NC — A new national report has revealed that more than 1,000 counties in the U.S. — nearly one in three — currently lack…
RALEIGH, N.C. — North Carolina has taken decisive action to protect children online with House Bill 301, a comprehensive social media reform passed this session….
RALEIGH, N.C. — Starting July 1, 2025, drivers across North Carolina are facing significant changes to their auto insurance policies under a new law that…
ANDERSON COUNTY, S.C. — Emergency officials in Anderson County were called to the scene of a serious vehicle crash late Thursday evening, prompting a response…
RALEIGH, N.C. — A new North Carolina law that took effect on July 9, 2025, significantly expands the use of ignition interlock devices (IIDs) for…
GREENVILLE, S.C. – Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear will travel to South Carolina on Tuesday, July 16, for a two-part visit that will take him from…
RALEIGH, N.C. — North Carolina will soon be home to its first standalone children’s hospital, a $2–3 billion project led by UNC Health and Duke…
RALEIGH, N.C. — As of July 1, 2025, the North Carolina State Highway Patrol (NCSHP) officially split from the Department of Public Safety (DPS), becoming…
RALEIGH, N.C. — As of July 1, 2025, North Carolina introduced a new transportation commerce tax, adding 1.5% to exclusive rides and 1% to shared…
ILLINOIS — A new analysis by the Clean Energy Buyers Association warns that electricity prices could soar nationwide if a Senate-backed energy bill passes, with…
VIRGINIA — The names of two trailblazing Black military officers have been stripped from a U.S. Army base in Virginia under the Trump administration, igniting…
A slow but powerful shift is unfolding across the digital economy, where content creators, writers, musicians, journalists, and communicators—those often described as “gifted professionals”—are stepping…
RALEIGH, N.C. — A sweeping new state law is now in effect banning the sale of most disposable vape products in North Carolina. As of…
KINGS MOUNTAIN, N.C. — A major federal raid at a North Carolina business has resulted in federal charges for at least eight individuals, according to…
RALEIGH, N.C. — Millions of North Carolina drivers are waking up to new insurance rules that took effect July 1, 2025 — and for many,…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — A new consumer-friendly utility policy took effect in July 2025, providing crucial protection to South Carolina households. Under House Bill 3546, utility…
SOUTH CAROLINA — Health officials have confirmed a new case of measles in the Upstate region, the first reported instance in South Carolina since September…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Multiple South Carolina cities, including Myrtle Beach and Charleston, have enacted or expanded juvenile curfew laws in summer 2025, with new enforcement…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — In 2025, South Carolina cracked down on misuse of emergency communication systems with a law that expands penalties for false or harassing…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Organized crime in South Carolina is now being coordinated from the inside of state prisons, according to Attorney General Alan Wilson. He…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — As of July 1, 2025, thousands of low-income South Carolina adults gained access to critical dental care thanks to a major expansion…
PICKENS, S.C. — California Governor Gavin Newsom made a surprise appearance in Pickens County this week, energizing local Democrats while stirring sharp criticism from conservative…
SPARTANBURG COUNTY, S.C. – A boil water advisory has been issued for certain areas of Spartanburg County after a water main break disrupted local water…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — A sweeping change to South Carolina’s marriage laws took effect this summer, officially banning all marriages involving individuals under age 18. The…
SPARTANBURG, S.C. – One of South Carolina’s most beloved food institutions, The Beacon Drive-In, is celebrating a major milestone: 80 years of serving the Spartanburg…
SOUTH CAROLINA — South Carolina drivers will soon face new restrictions behind the wheel. Beginning September 1, 2025, a statewide hands-free driving law will take…
LAURENS COUNTY, S.C. — A South Carolina mother has filed a lawsuit against Laurens County and the City of Clinton after her 11-year-old son was…
LAURENS COUNTY, S.C. — Authorities have identified the two young victims killed in a tragic boating crash on Lake Greenwood over the holiday weekend. Both…
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A two-alarm fire erupted Monday afternoon at Sonoco Recycling, a facility located in southwest Charlotte, leading to heavy smoke and flames across…
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The principal of Randolph Middle School has officially resigned following a recent suspension and a separate incident in which she was assaulted…
RALEIGH, N.C. — Families across North Carolina may soon face higher childcare costs as federal support dries up and the state struggles to fund vital…
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — North Carolina drivers dealing with backlogged DMV appointments just got some breathing room — but not without a few caveats. Thanks to…
SALISBURY, N.C. — A recent political survey reveals sharply divided opinions among North Carolinians on former President Donald Trump’s leadership, particularly in how he handles…
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — City leaders are moving forward on long-awaited reforms to Mecklenburg County’s emergency medical services. In a significant development, Charlotte Fire and Medic…
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — As President Donald Trump continues pushing his latest budget proposal through Congress, Democratic lawmakers across North Carolina and beyond are calling it…
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A Charlotte-based candle artist is feeling the heat — not from her wax, but from the rising costs of doing business under…
SOUTH CAROLINA — A new law quietly went into effect this month requiring many South Carolina gun owners to secure their firearms using a gun…
JOHNSTON COUNTY, N.C. — The Johnston County School Board has voted to prohibit the display of Pride flags and other non-official symbols in classrooms and…
RALEIGH, N.C. — In a major governance shift, North Carolina State Treasurer Brad Briner has pushed through an overhaul of the state’s public pension system…
RALEIGH, N.C. — In the wake of catastrophic losses from Hurricane Helene and growing insurance instability across the Southeast, experts are once again questioning whether…
RALEIGH, N.C. — With temperatures soaring across the Carolinas this summer, thousands of incarcerated individuals in North Carolina prisons are still enduring sweltering heat without…
GREENVILLE, S.C. — In a powerful display of interstate solidarity, South Carolina is sending a specialized search-and-rescue team to Central Texas to help with flood…
FOLLY BEACH, S.C. — A routine day on the coast turned into a dramatic wildlife rescue when 17-year-old lifeguard Richard Miller noticed an osprey struggling…
JENKINSVILLE, S.C. — The long-stalled VC Summer nuclear project in South Carolina is once again drawing attention, as utility provider Santee Cooper reports renewed investor…
RURAL SOUTH CAROLINA — California Governor Gavin Newsom delivered a fierce speech during his visit to a rural South Carolina town this week, urging voters…
SOUTH CAROLINA — A prominent South Carolina figure is calling out California Governor Gavin Newsom after a now-viral video showed a group of thieves ramming…
SOUTH CAROLINA — California Governor Gavin Newsom made a surprise visit to South Carolina this week, meeting with local residents to discuss the impacts of…
SOUTH CAROLINA — In a move that’s quietly reshaping how driving violations and tolls are enforced across the state, South Carolina is now deploying license…
SOUTH CAROLINA — If you’re caught texting while driving in South Carolina, you’ll now pay much more than just a slap on the wrist. A…
SOUTH CAROLINA — Planning a hike, picnic, or camping trip this summer? South Carolina just made it more expensive to enjoy its state parks. A…
SOUTH CAROLINA — A major legal change taking effect this month gives renters more time to fight evictions in South Carolina. Under a new law…
SOUTH CAROLINA — If you’re ordering beer, wine, or spirits for home delivery in South Carolina, expect to have your ID scanned at the door…
SOUTH CAROLINA — Starting July 1, 2025, all public schools in South Carolina are required to install safety surveillance cameras under a newly enacted law…
SOUTH CAROLINA — Starting July 1, 2025, South Carolina has made it much riskier to participate in or even watch illegal street races. A new…
SOUTH CAROLINA — A new law that took effect July 1, 2025, has officially banned Delta-8 THC across the state, making it illegal to possess,…
SUMMERVILLE, S.C. — Dutch Bros Coffee, a rapidly growing drive-thru coffee chain known for its vibrant energy and handcrafted drinks, is opening its first-ever South…
NORTH CAROLINA — Two people are dead, roads have collapsed, and dozens of families were rescued from rising waters after the remnants of Tropical Storm…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — California Governor Gavin Newsom’s recent visit to South Carolina has sparked a wave of backlash from critics who argue the Democrat is…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — California Governor Gavin Newsom’s visit to South Carolina this week has ignited a fiery political exchange, with state officials, pundits, and national…
RALEIGH, NC — A striking new report reveals that Democratic voter registration in North Carolina has plunged by more than 71,000 since January 2025, shrinking…
RALEIGH, NC — A controversial lawsuit filed by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) against the North Carolina State Board of Elections is igniting fears…
NORTH CAROLINA — A recent orientation event hosted by the North Carolina Democratic Party (NCDP) for its Arab and Muslim Caucuses has ignited a firestorm…
NORTH CAROLINA — In the wake of devastating hurricanes and floods across the state, some commentators are raising provocative questions: were the recent weather events…
NORTH CAROLINA — Torrential rain in Durham County overnight has left entire neighborhoods underwater, with more than 80 residents rescued by boat after rising floodwaters…
NORTH CAROLINA — The devastating floods that struck parts of North Carolina and Texas in recent days may not just be isolated weather events, but…
NORTH CAROLINA — An elderly woman has died in a devastating weather-related accident after her vehicle was swept off the road and submerged in floodwaters,…
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Federal prosecutors have charged more than a dozen individuals across North and South Carolina in what authorities are calling one of the…
CULPEPER COUNTY, VA — In a move that’s drawn condemnation from both sides of the aisle, former President Donald Trump has pardoned Scott Jenkins, the…
RICHMOND, VA — In a show of inter-state solidarity, Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin has announced the deployment of two Swift Water Rescue Teams to assist…
NORTH CAROLINA — A Friday sermon delivered by Imam Haroon Sait at a Charlotte mosque is sparking heated discussion nationwide, after video surfaced showing him…
WILMINGTON, N.C. – As Tropical Storm Chantal pushes through the Atlantic, lifeguards in coastal North Carolina have rescued at least 15 swimmers from dangerous rip…
NORTH CAROLINA — A man from Asheville’s River Arts District is gaining attention for a deeply emotional video message addressed to the people of Texas,…
NORTH CAROLINA — In a powerful display of gratitude and unity, Beloved Asheville, a nonprofit rooted in the mountains of Western North Carolina, has loaded…
NORTH CAROLINA — The Mountain Mules of Western North Carolina, who became local legends during the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, are once again on the…
WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA — A heated online exchange has thrust Western North Carolina back into the spotlight as residents voice frustration over what they call…
RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA — North Carolina Governor Josh Stein (D) has stirred political controversy after vetoing a Republican-led bill that would have banned taxpayer-funded s*x…
COLUMBIA, SOUTH CAROLINA — In a pivotal win for pro-life advocates, South Carolina has successfully cut off Medicaid funding to Planned Parenthood, following a landmark…
SOUTH CAROLINA — As Texas reels from devastating flash floods that swept across Central Texas earlier this week, officials in South Carolina have joined a…
SOUTH CAROLINA — A growing movement to limit how long members of Congress can serve took a major step forward this week, as 12 U.S….
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Federal officials have announced charges against dozens of individuals across South Carolina and North Carolina in a sweeping healthcare fraud investigation that…
FORT MILL, S.C. – As South Carolina residents gear up for Independence Day celebrations, many are finding higher fireworks prices and fewer choices at local…
COLUMBIA, S.C. – With thousands expected on the water for the Fourth of July weekend, South Carolina officials are ramping up efforts to keep boaters…
COLUMBIA, S.C. – South Carolina’s job market is gaining momentum as the state added thousands of new positions heading into the summer months, according to…
WEST VIRGINIA — Nestled in the Appalachian region, West Virginia continues to preserve a cultural identity that is as rugged and independent as its mountainous…
RALEIGH, NC — North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper is sharply criticizing a new federal tax bill passed in Washington, D.C., accusing lawmakers of prioritizing the…
RALEIGH, NC — North Carolina Governor Josh Stein vetoed four Republican-backed bills Thursday morning, including one that would legally define sex as strictly male or…
SOUTH CAROLINA — For many families across the Palmetto State, Independence Day carries personal meaning, but few can match the poignant legacy of Jeremiah Vereen,…
COLUMBIA, SC — Former South Carolina Lieutenant Governor André Bauer officially declared his candidacy for the U.S. Senate on July 4, igniting a storm of…
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A powerful photo showing a California Democrat sitting with his head in his hands on the steps of the U.S. Capitol has…
CALIFORNIA — A newly released study warns that mass deportations of undocumented immigrants would inflict catastrophic damage on California’s economy, with ripple effects reaching far…
CALIFORNIA — As speculation intensifies about the 2026 California governor’s race, Vice President Kamala Harris is reportedly leading by double digits in early polls. But…
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The White House is reportedly exploring legal pathways to exclude undocumented immigrants from being counted in the U.S. Census, a move that…
CALIFORNIA — In a bold campaign move, gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton has laid out a detailed plan aimed at tackling California’s skyrocketing gas prices and…
GEORGIA — The state of Georgia has officially enacted the “Riley Gaines Act”, a new law that prohibits male athletes from competing in women’s sports…
PACOIMA, CALIFORNIA — A violent fireworks explosion inside a residential garage triggered a massive fire that left multiple people injured and damaged several homes in…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — A heated debate over government spending and federal dependence has ignited online after a viral post highlighted that 40% of South Carolina’s…
DARLINGTON COUNTY, S.C. — The law enforcement community across South Carolina is mourning the loss of Deputy Sheriff Frank “Devin” Mason, who tragically died in…
SOUTH CAROLINA — California Governor Gavin Newsom is scheduled to visit South Carolina next week as part of a two-day tour that’s sparking renewed speculation…
GEORGIA — The death of LaShawn Thompson, a 35-year-old man found in a bed bug-infested jail cell in Atlanta, has been ruled a homicide due…
CALIFORNIA — The Trump administration has begun refusing to hand over illegal migrant criminals to California for prosecution, citing the state’s sanctuary policies and concerns…
CALIFORNIA — California Attorney General Rob Bonta has issued a formal legal opinion declaring that daily fantasy sports (DFS) contests offered by companies like DraftKings…
CALIFORNIA — Nordstrom will permanently close its Santa Monica Place location next month, the company confirmed, marking another major retail exit from a shopping center…
CALIFORNIA — Federal authorities are investigating a disturbing surrogacy scheme allegedly tied to China, in which multiple surrogate mothers unknowingly delivered children for the same…
MICHIGAN — The Tunnel to Towers Foundation has paid off the mortgage of a Michigan State Police trooper’s family just ahead of the Fourth of…
MICHIGAN — A sweeping new federal spending bill championed by former President Donald Trump could strip health care coverage from hundreds of thousands of Michigan…
GEORGIA – A growing number of Black farmers in Georgia say they were misled and exploited by an organization that promised to help them receive…
PENNSYLVANIA – A bill that would make cursive handwriting instruction mandatory in all Pennsylvania elementary schools has passed the state House and is now headed…
NEW YORK – Hospital officials across New York are sounding the alarm about a new tax and spending package backed by former President Donald Trump,…
FLORIDA – A new Florida law that took effect on July 1, 2025 is drawing national attention for its effort to bridge access to experimental…
FLORIDA – A new law is now in effect across Florida that significantly changes how condo and homeowner associations handle building safety, reserve funds, and…
FLORIDA – A paralyzed military veteran has become the first patient in Miami — and one of only seven people in the U.S. — to…
TOPEKA, Kan. – In an effort to protect livestock, wildlife, and even pets from a devastating parasite, the U.S. government plans to breed billions of…
CALIFORNIA — New statistics from the California Department of Justice reveal a striking contradiction to public perception: crime rates across nearly all major categories fell…
CALIFORNIA — Beginning July 1, 2025, businesses across California will face a new set of wage requirements as multiple cities and counties implement increased local…
CALIFORNIA — For many parents, custody battles are painful. But when one parent is a narcissist, the emotional and legal toll can become overwhelming —…
VACAVILLE, CALIFORNIA — Nearly 60 workers with disabilities were laid off from their jobs at the California Medical Facility in Vacaville after a state contract…
CALIFORNIA — A powerful explosion at a fireworks warehouse in rural Northern California has left seven people missing and sparked a wildfire that scorched nearly…
CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA — FC Internazionale Milano’s preseason tour in the U.S. took a dramatic turn as head coach Cristian Chivu called an emergency meeting…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — South Carolina’s Fetal Heartbeat and Protection from Abortion Act is being credited with saving more than 5,100 unborn lives in its first…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — New changes to how judges are selected in South Carolina officially took effect this week, marking a significant shift in one of…
GREENSBORO, N.C. — A developer’s plan to build luxury townhomes on West Market Street in Greensboro has sparked concern among nearby residents, who fear the…
NORTH CAROLINA — Former President Donald Trump has publicly declared that his daughter-in-law, Lara Trump, would be his “first choice” to run for the North…
COLUMBIA, S.C. — South Carolina’s annual Tax Free Weekend is returning from Friday, August 1 through Sunday, August 3, 2025, giving shoppers across the state…
COLUMBIA, SC — A bill in the South Carolina State House is drawing attention for aiming to stop school districts from forcing teachers to give…
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. – South Carolina’s newly signed Energy Security Act is drawing sharp debate across the state, with lawmakers and energy advocates warning that…
SALUDA COUNTY, SC — Plans for the long-awaited Saluda Grade Trail are gaining momentum after a nonprofit finalized the $28.5 million purchase of 31.5 miles…
GEORGETOWN COUNTY, S.C. – While Charleston and Myrtle Beach steal the spotlight, savvy locals and in-the-know travelers are heading to South Carolina’s Hammock Coast —…
SOUTH CAROLINA – Whether you’re craving porch swing mornings or riverside strolls, South Carolina has emerged as one of the nation’s top retirement destinations, offering…
North Carolina — Senator Ted Budd of North Carolina is throwing his full support behind the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, a sweeping Republican-led measure…
WALTERBORO, SC — A total of 10 people were killed on South Carolina roadways over the weekend, according to a preliminary report released by the…
COLUMBIA, SC — As of July 1, South Carolina residents can now purchase lottery tickets using debit cards, ending the long-standing cash-only restriction. The change,…
ROWAN COUNTY, NC — A major economic boost is coming to central North Carolina as nearly 1,200 jobs are set to be created through a…
CHARLOTTE, NC — A massive 140-acre ranch formerly owned by NASCAR driver Ricky Stenhouse Jr. has just sold for $12.2 million, marking the most expensive…
MOORESVILLE, NC — A family in Mooresville is demanding accountability from Lake Norman Regional Medical Center after their newborn son was vaccinated against their explicit…
RALEIGH, NC — A newly passed bill in the North Carolina legislature is cracking down on aggressive towing and booting practices that target commercial truck…
ASHEBORO, NC — A plastics manufacturing plant in central North Carolina has discharged a likely carcinogenic chemical into local waterways for years, impacting drinking water…
RALEIGH, NC — The scorching heat wave blanketing North Carolina is expected to persist through the week, with heat index values continuing to climb dangerously…
COLUMBIA, SC — South Carolina legislators won’t be receiving their monthly expense payments while the state Supreme Court reviews whether a controversial $18,000-a-year raise is…
RALEIGH, NC — Senator Thom Tillis has announced he will not seek re-election, setting off a fierce and high-stakes political contest for one of the…
RUTHERFORD COUNTY, NC — A global manufacturer of synthetic leather for automobile interiors has chosen North Carolina over other competing states for its next major…
CHARLESTON, SC — A prominent South Carolina nonprofit leader has received the state’s highest civilian honor in recognition of her decades-long commitment to building a…
RALEIGH, NC — After applying to more than 20 jobs and repeatedly being turned away, Gabi Angelini — a young woman with Down syndrome —…
RALEIGH, NC — Law enforcement officers across North Carolina could soon face explicit bans on having sex while on duty, in uniform, or in their…
RALEIGH, NC — Gun legislation is once again at the center of heated political and public discourse in North Carolina, as lawmakers, residents, and advocacy…
ASHEVILLE, NC — After years of delays and neighborhood frustrations, developers are now preparing to break ground on a set of $900,000 townhomes along Charlotte…
CHARLOTTE, NC — Big changes are coming to Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Care and Control (ACC), starting July 1, as the department officially parts ways with the…
MOUNT PLEASANT, SC — Town officials in Mount Pleasant are evaluating sobering new research that forecasts multi-million dollar flood damages by 2050 if major storm…
COLUMBIA, SC — Wrongful death claims in South Carolina often emerge after tragic accidents or acts of negligence — and when grieving families seek justice,…
RALEIGH, NC — As Congress prepares to vote on sweeping federal Medicaid cuts, one North Carolina family is warning that their 6-year-old daughter’s care could…
COLUMBIA, SC — Two South Carolina residents have been indicted as part of what federal officials are calling the largest healthcare fraud and illegal drug…
NORTH CAROLINA — Aerospace innovator JetZero is set to construct a $4.7 billion aircraft facility in North Carolina, marking one of the largest private manufacturing…
RALEIGH, NC — A new investigative report reveals that several North Carolina law enforcement agencies have been improperly using or withholding funds that should be…
RALEIGH, NC — On Monday, July 1, a slate of new laws will go into effect across North Carolina, reshaping rules for insurance policies, employee…
BARNWELL COUNTY, SC — Canadian paper packaging firm Cascades Inc. has officially sold its recycled tissue mill in Barnwell County to a U.S.-based tissue manufacturer,…
CALABASH, NC — A new high-end rental community has officially opened its doors near the North Carolina–South Carolina border, offering coastal residents a blend of…
COLUMBIA, SC — Clean energy tax incentives are powering a dramatic transformation across South Carolina — helping businesses invest, jobs multiply, and the state’s aging…
WINSTON-SALEM, NC — Nearly 200 employees at Wells Fargo are set to lose their jobs in Winston-Salem this summer, as part of a broader restructuring…
GREENVILLE, SC — As Greenville continues to grow, its healthcare infrastructure is expanding alongside it. Novant Health has received approval to build a new 20-bed…
CHARLESTON, SC — Starting July 1, new state regulations will take effect across South Carolina’s blue crab fishing industry, marking a major shift aimed at…
YORK COUNTY, SC — U.S. Rep. Ralph Norman may soon add his name to the growing list of Republicans vying to become South Carolina’s next…
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, the budget includes significant reductions in funding for **Medicaid and the Affordable Care Act marketplace subsidies**, which provide coverage to low-income Americans, including many residents in the Carolinas. Additionally, the budget would **tighten eligibility for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)**, making it harder for many families to receive food support. Changes would also affect housing assistance, energy bill relief programs, and school lunch subsidies. Democrats say these changes aren’t just technical — they’re personal. > “This budget is not about fiscal responsibility. It’s about punishing the poor while protecting tax breaks for the rich,” said **Rep. Alma Adams (D-NC)** during a recent press conference. --- ### **“Big, Beautiful Betrayal” Becomes Rallying Cry** The phrase “big, beautiful betrayal” was coined by **Rep. Hakeem Jeffries**, the House Democratic leader, in response to what he calls Trump’s double standard. > “He promised to protect Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid. Now he’s cutting them,” Jeffries told reporters, adding that the budget bill contradicts the economic populism Trump campaigned on. The proposal is currently facing stiff resistance in the **Democrat-led Senate**, though some moderate Republicans have voiced support for trimming entitlement spending. --- ### **Local Impact Across North Carolina** If enacted, the cuts could hit **North Carolina particularly hard**, where nearly **1 in 5 residents** relies on Medicaid and where food insecurity remains a serious concern, especially in rural and urban working-class communities. Local nonprofit leaders warn that the legislation could result in longer wait times for basic services, reduced food pantry availability, and more families losing access to care. > “Programs like SNAP and Medicaid are the only reason some of our families make it through the month,” said **Tina Alston**, director of a Charlotte-based community aid group. “This budget would reverse decades of safety net progress.” --- ### **Budget Still Faces Uphill Battle in Congress** While Republicans argue the budget is necessary to **reduce the federal deficit**, Democrats insist that slashing social programs is not the solution. As the bill advances through committee, lawmakers on both sides are bracing for a **contentious summer debate** ahead of the November midterm elections. > “We can have fiscal responsibility without cruelty,” said Sen. Raphael Warnock (D-GA). “This budget fails that test.” --- ### **Reader CTA** Are you worried about how Trump’s proposed budget might impact your family, your healthcare, or food benefits? Share your perspective in the comments — your story could help shape future coverage on **saludastandard-sentinel.com**. **Author: Elena Brooks** **Category: North Carolina News** --- Let me know if you'd like a NewsBreak-optimized excerpt or feature image suggestion.](https://saludastandard-sentinel.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Democrats-Slam-Trumps-Budget-Bill-as-‘Betrayal-That-Targets-Healthcare-SNAP-Benefits-768x432.jpg)
