Hurricane Melissa likely to make landfall in Jamaica on Tuesday

Melissa is forecast to make landfall in Jamaica as a category 4 hurricane on Tuesday afternoon
For heart health, nighttime light exposure may not be a bright idea

Turning off the lights at night has long been known to support restful sleep, but new research suggests it may have another significant benefit.
Correctional officer honored for saving choking child

A person arrived at the prison with a child who was choking on an unknown object, prompting a corrections officer to act swiftly and successfully dislodge the object.
Police share suggested trick or treat time for Halloween night

Staying safe during this spooky holiday
Gloomy conditions continue through Tuesday for Southeast Georgia and the Lowcountry

Cloudy conditions and fading rain chances will prevail on Tuesday for Southeast Georgia and the Lowcountry
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ prison release date set for 2028

Sean “Diddy” Combs’ release date from prison has been set, more than three months after a jury delivered a mixed verdict in his federal trial.
Hilton Head Island ATV crash injures new mother

It happened late Wednesday night on Hilton Head island’s south side.
Empty plates and paychecks: Federal workers, families brace for SNAP cuts

Millions of Americans are at risk of losing food assistance as the government shutdown persists, with SNAP benefits potentially disrupted starting Nov. 1 due to the USDA’s decision not to use emergency funds to sustain the program.
Lower sales and frozen loans: How the government shutdown is hurting small businesses

Small businesses in the nation’s capital and beyond say the government shutdown is taking a toll, but Congress seems no closer to a compromise.
Suspect in Charlie Kirk killing can wear street clothes in court amid ‘extraordinary’ attention

A Utah judge has ruled that the 22-year-old man charged with killing Charlie Kirk can appear in court wearing street clothes but must be physically restrained due to security concerns.