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The Trump administration is ramping up its efforts to trace the funding behind Antifa.

Trump admin. ramping up efforts to trace Antifa funding; launch coordinated campaign

The Trump administration is ramping up its efforts to trace the funding behind Antifa.

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Explosive allegations that the FBI spied on eight Republican senators are renewing scrutiny around claims of Justice Department weaponization.

Attorney questions FBI's method in getting senators' phone records without warrants

Explosive allegations that the FBI spied on eight Republican senators are renewing scrutiny around claims of Justice Department weaponization.

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A federal judge on Thursday blocked President Donald Trump from deploying National Guard troops to Illinois for at least two weeks.

'Trump is not a king': Pritzker says as judge blocks National Guard deployment to Illinois

A federal judge on Thursday blocked President Donald Trump from deploying National Guard troops to Illinois for at least two weeks.

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Caleb Wright Howard, 18, was arrested Thursday morning by members of the U.S. Marshal’s Task Force on charges of reckless vehicular homicide in a crash on Highway 52 in the Scranton area in September that killed a beloved Lake City preacher.

Teen charged in crash that killed 94-year-old preacher

Caleb Wright Howard, 18, was arrested Thursday morning by members of the U.S. Marshal’s Task Force on charges of reckless vehicular homicide.

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Kristen Taylor Porter, 29, of Florence, was arrested Thursday in connection to the murder of Darlington County Deputy Frank “Devin” Mason.

FBI arrests woman in Darlington deputy's murder

Kristen Taylor Porter, 29, of Florence, was arrested Thursday in connection to the murder of Darlington County Deputy Frank “Devin” Mason.

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A $10,000 reward is being offered for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for the shootings on the South Carolina State University campus on October 4.

$10K reward offered for info on SC State campus shootings

A $10,000 reward is being offered for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person responsible for the shootings at South Carolina State.

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Upstate South Carolina is seeing an outbreak of the highly contagious illness Measles after the State Department of Public Health announced the 11th confirmed case of it this year earlier today.

South Carolina Department of Public Health Addresses the Upstate Measles Outbreak

Upstate South Carolina is seeing an outbreak of the highly contagious illness Measles after the State Department of Public Health announced the 11th confirmed c

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South Carolina Department of Public Health and the Alliance for a Health South Carolina unveiled the state's new 2025-2030 Health Improvement Plan.

SC Department of Public Health Unveils New Five-Year-Health Improvement Plan

South Carolina Department of Public Health and the Alliance for a Health South Carolina unveiled the states new 2025-2030 Health Improvement Plan.The plan focu

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The Charleston RiverDogs will host two games of the 2026 Banana Ball World Tour on April 10 and 11 at Joseph P. Riley Jr. Park.

Charleston RiverDogs to host Banana Ball games in April 2026

The Charleston RiverDogs will host two games of the 2026 Banana Ball World Tour on April 10 and 11 at Joseph P. Riley Jr. Park.The games will feature the Loco B

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After more than two decades of elegance, generosity and lifesaving impact, Pet Helpers announced that this year’s 21st Annual Fur Ball Gala will be the final edition of its most celebrated fundraising tradition.

Pet Helpers to host final Fur Ball Gala on Oct. 10, marking end of a cherished tradition

After more than two decades of elegance, generosity and lifesaving impact, Pet Helpers announced that this year’s 21st Annual Fur Ball Gala will be the final ed

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South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson requested Seventh Judicial Circuit Solicitor Barry J. Barnette to review the investigation of a deadly 2023 shooting in Horry County involving North Myrtle Beach businessman Weldon Boyd in a letter Oct. 3.

AG Wilson asks solicitor for additional review of Spivey shooting case investigation

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson requested a new examination of a deadly 2023 shooting in Horry County involving Weldon Boyd.

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Keel, a defense manufacturer, is expanding its Yonges Island shipyard in Charleston County with a $67 million investment that will create 170 new jobs, company officials said.

Keel to expand Charleston County operations, officials claim it will create 170 jobs

Keel, a defense manufacturer, is expanding its Yonges Island shipyard in Charleston County with a $67 million investment that will create 170 new jobs, company

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Darius Rucker stopped by Nexton Harris Teeter today to sign exclusive As One Cru wines! 🍷 Fans got a rare chance to meet the country star and grab bottles from his collab with winemaker Chris Radomski.

Did you get a chance to see him?

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A teen arrested following the chaos that took place at South Carolina State over the weekend has posted bail.

Teen posts bail after SC State homecoming shootings

A teen arrested following the chaos that took place at South Carolina State over the weekend has posted bail.According to the Orangeburg County public index, Ma

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The tragic death of 22-year-old Logan Federico has ignited a movement to reform South Carolina's judicial selection process, a system critics argue is flawed and protective of a select few.

'It's immoral': SC Solicitor & Logan Federico's father call for judicial reform

The tragic death of 22-year-old Logan Federico has ignited a movement to reform South Carolina's judicial selection process, a system critics argue is flawed an

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Check this out: The fountain at Town Centre turned pink for October, which is breast cancer awareness month! Always feel free to send us your video: https://abcnews4.com/chimein

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Minor League Baseball on Monday named the Charleston RiverDogs the winner of the 2025 MiLB Together Award, presented at the annual MiLB Awards Show during the MiLB Business Summit in Indianapolis.

Charleston RiverDogs win 2025 MiLB Together Award for outstanding community service

Minor League Baseball on Monday named the Charleston RiverDogs the winner of the 2025 MiLB Together Award, presented at the annual MiLB Awards Show during the M

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Georgia GOP Rep. Buddy Carter announced Thursday that he would be introducing legislation to nominate President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize. Read more: https://bit.ly/4754pcx

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A second teenager has been arrested and charged in connection with two shootings that occurred Saturday evening at South Carolina State University.

Second teen arrested in South Carolina State University shootings

A second teenager has been arrested and charged in connection with two shootings that occurred Saturday evening at South Carolina State University.

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New York Attorney General Letitia James, a Democrat who has gone head-to-head with President Donald Trump, was officially indicted by a Virginia federal grand jury, according to reports.

New York AG Letitia James indicted on fraud charge amid Trump's legal pursuits

A grand jury indicted New York Attorney General Letitia James on a fraud charge, a person familiar with the matter told The Associated Press on Thursday.

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A 24-year-old man from Lexington died after a crash in Mount Pleasant on Tursday, according to a release from the Charleston County Coroner's Office.

Lexington man, 24, dies in Mount Pleasant crash on North Highway 17

A 24-year-old man from Lexington died after a crash in Mount Pleasant on Tursday, according to a release from the Charleston county Coroner's Office.

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Roblox Corp. and Discord Inc. are facing a new lawsuit in federal court accusing the tech giants of enabling the sexual exploitation of a Charleston County girl who was 11 years old when she was allegedly targeted by a predator on their platforms.

Lawsuit claims Roblox, Discord enabled sexual exploitation of 11-year-old Charleston girl

Roblox Corp. and Discord Inc. are facing a new lawsuit in federal court accusing the tech giants of enabling the sexual exploitation of a Charleston County girl

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Young Moms Together, formerly known as Florence Crittenton Programs of SC, is a non-profit that provides resources and stability for young moms in the community.

News 4's October Community Partner supports young moms in the community

Empowering Young Moms to Find Roots and Risethat's the motto of News 4's October community partner. Young Moms Together, formerly known as Florence Crittenton

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An 11th case of measles has been confirmed in the Upstate, the Department of Public Health (DPH) announced Thursday. Since September 25, the DPH has reported eight measles cases as part of the ongoing outbreak.

DPH confirms 11th measles case in Upstate, set to address outbreak

An 11th case of measles has been confirmed in the Upstate, the Department of Public Health (DPH) announced Thursday.

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Gov. Henry McMaster has proclaimed October 12–18, 2025, as Earthquake Preparedness Week in South Carolina.

Gov. McMaster declares Earthquake Preparedness Week

Gov. Henry McMaster has proclaimed October 12–18, 2025, as Earthquake Preparedness Week in South Carolina.The South Carolina Emergency Management Division and t

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