The Top U.S. States With the Largest Military Economies

The United States has long been the leading global military spender. America’s defense budget topped $997 billion in 2024 alone, more than three times China’s military budget, which is the second largest in the world. Much of the Pentagon’s nearly...

Senate Candidate Graham Platner Says His Nazi Tattoo Has 'Strengthened' His Standing in Democratic Primary

Hypocrisy, thy name is Democrat. Alas, the same held true 170 years ago, which allows us to detect an ominous pattern. For instance, Maine Democratic Senate hopeful Graham Platner has suffered no meaningful political consequences, and in fact sees...

Election Day Decisions Could Reshape Cannabis Markets on the East Coast

On Tuesday, November 4, 2025, voters in multiple states will head to the polls. The outcomes of these elections will have major implications for cannabis policy on the East Coast. NORML’s cannabis voter guide, Smoke the Vote, provides summaries of...

Morgan Wallen concert planned in Clemson, South Carolina

Morgan Wallen concert planned in Clemson, South Carolina 645 ON YOUR MONDAY MORNING AND IT’S TIME FOR NEWS TO GO. WE HAVE A LOOK AT TODAY’S TOP NEWS STORIES, TRAFFIC AND WEATHER ALL BEFORE YOU HEAD OUT THE DOOR. WE START WITH OUR BREAKING NEWS OUT...

Society Hill residents rally for voter turnout with Election Day around the corner

DARLINGTON COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — Early voting wrapped up Friday night, and more than 31,000 people cast their ballots across the state of South Carolina. On Sunday, ABC 15 took a closer look at early voter turnout in the Pee Dee. ABC 15 spoke with...

Halloween shooting turns deadly: South Carolina man killed, woman charged with manslaughter

Halloween shooting turns deadly: South Carolina man killed, woman charged with manslaughter The 56-year-old woman told investigators she had been a victim of domestic abuse. THERE'S STILL A KICKING THAT'S A LOOK AT SPORTS, STAY WITH US. ON WJCL 22...

Dems, voting rights activists concerned over federal Election Day monitors

Ahead of elections across the country on Tuesday, some are voicing concerns over federal election observers being deployed from the Department of Justice (DOJ). Concern over workers from one political party or the other is nothing new. What’s an...

Obama-Appointed Judge Accused of Overstepping Federal Law in Secret DOJ Surveillance of GOP Senators

An Obama-appointed federal judge is facing scrutiny from legal experts who say he may have violated federal law by authorizing the Biden Justice Department (DOJ) to secretly obtain private cell phone data from Republican senators. In 2023, Chief...

South Carolina Lottery Pick 3, Pick 4 results for Nov. 2, 2025

The South Carolina Education Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big. Here’s a look at Nov. 2, 2025, results for each game: Winning Pick 3 Plus FIREBALL numbers from Nov. 2 drawing Evening: 9-2-0, FB: 6 Check Pick 3 Plus...

Where to watch South Carolina women's basketball season opener

South Carolina fell one win short of a national championship last season, and the Gamecocks have retooled as they begin their quest for another title Monday against Grand Canyon. While Dawn Staley has plenty of talent on hand in Columbia, the...

Seven ballot measures to watch on Election Day 2025

As most eyes turn to New Jersey, Virginia, and New York City ahead of Election Day, several states are considering various ballot measures that would mean significant changes for their residents.Voters in Maine, Colorado, Texas, and California...

Mayors: Cities Are Doing All They Can, But Washington Must Act to Feed American Families

New survey of 105 cities finds 96% reporting very severe or severe impacts from SNAP lapse. Mayors say local efforts can't replace federal food assistance and call for benefit restoration. WASHINGTON, Nov. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- From coast to...

South Carolina Lottery Results for November 1, 2025

Columbia, SC — The South Carolina Education Lottery reported the draw results for several games held on November 1, 2025. The winning numbers for the Powerball were 02-26-43-44-62, with a Powerball of 22 and a Power Play of 2. In the midday...

Breaking down Election Day do's and don'ts in the Carolinas

The VERIFY team breaks down what you need to know before you head to the polls. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — You can cast your vote in North Carolina on Nov. 7, but what do you need to know before you go? OUR SOURCES: THE FIRST QUESTION: Do you need an ID to...

Early voting nears 9% statewide as Georgia prepares for Election Day

EFFINGHAM COUNTY. LYDIA BLACKSTONE WJCL 22 NEWS. RIGHT NOW AT 5 - WE'RE COUNTING DOWN TO ELECTION DAY! POLLS WILL BE OPEN IN JUST ABOUT 14 HOURS. ALREADY, NEARLY NINE PERCENT OF GEORGIA VOTERS HAVE CAST THEIR BALLOTS EARLY. IN OUR AREA - MCINTOSH...

Election Day 2025: From New York to California, when do polls open and close in every US state

Millions of Americans will head to the polls on Tuesday, November 4, to vote in state and local elections. While this year is not a presidential election, many important races and local measures will be decided across the country, according to USA...

Beaufort mayor shaves head in honor of childhood cancer

Beaufort mayor shaves head in honor of childhood cancer Mayor Phil Cromer was the highest earner at St. Baldrick's Foundation event THERE'S STILL A KICKING THAT'S A LOOK AT SPORTS, STAY WITH US. ON WJCL 22 MORNING NEWS AT 6-- RICHMOND HILL IS SET...

UNIVERSITY OF LOUISVILLE KENTUCKY AUTHOR FORUM PRESENTS: In collaboration with the Political Science Department: U.S. CONGRESSMAN JIM CLYBURN

In conversation with Dr. Sherri Wallace, Associate Dean and Professor, Department of Political Science, about Congressman Clyburn’s book, The First Eight: A Personal History of the Pioneering Black Congressmen Who Shaped a Nation November 24,...

Richmond Hill mayoral candidates on what they would do if elected

Download the WJCL App for results alerts: Apple | Google PlayWith the mayoral race heating up, candidates Kristi Cox and Belgicia Howell-Cowart are making their cases to voters, offering distinct visions for Richmond Hill’s future.Both candidates...

The War on Women Report: Government Shutdown Continues; Another Woman Denied Emergency Abortion Care; FDA Approves Generic Mifepristone

MAGA Republicans are back in the White House, and Project 2025 is their guide—the right-wing plan to turn back the clock on women’s rights, remove abortion access, and force women into roles as wives and mothers in the “ideal, natural family...