Rubio says State Department has denied visas to people ‘celebrating’ Kirk’s murder

The State Department has “most certainly been denying visas” to people “celebrating” the murder of Charlie Kirk, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said.
Savannah mayor addresses criticism of council member’s Charlie Kirk comments

Mayor Van Johnson responds to backlash over Alderwoman Alicia Blakely’s social media post about Charlie Kirk.
Warmer temperatures ahead and the latest on the potential for tropical development

Gabrielle likely to form in the Atlantic Ocean this week
Jasper County leads South Carolina in overdose deaths

The New Life Center in Jasper County has been working with the county to report their own overdoses since 2024. They said the higher numbers only means they’re more accurate.
‘Political buffoon’: FBI director, senators exchange barbs in fiery hearing

FBI Director Kash Patel faced intense scrutiny from senators during a Capitol Hill hearing, as political violence and his leadership were hotly debated.
Explainer: Federal Reserve’s expected interest rate cut

Economists expect the Federal Reserve to announce a 0.25% interest rate cut this week, addressing inflation and a slowing job market. Here’s how it affects you.
Coachella 2026 includes headliners Sabrina Carpenter, Justin Bieber and Karol G

The Coachella Music and Arts Festival will have headliners Sabrina Carpenter on Friday, Justin Bieber on Saturday and Karol G on Sunday.
US Air Force has begun modifying donated Qatar jet that could be new Air Force One

Air Force Secretary Troy Meink told lawmakers in June that it will “probably” cost the Air Force less than $400 million to retrofit the plane.
Beaufort man sentenced to federal prison for meth trafficking tied to Mexican cartel

A Beaufort man has been sentenced to federal prison for his role in a methamphetamine trafficking scheme.
Arnold Schwarzenegger enters fight on US House control, urges vote against new California districts

Arnold Schwarzenegger opposes California’s Proposition 50, warning it undermines democracy by replacing independent district maps with partisan ones to counter Trump’s strategies.