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Nov 05 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Stay Updated Anytime with WLTX+ App

Want to stay in the loop with local news and sports in South Carolina? The WLTX+ app has got you covered. This free app is available on Roku, Fire TV, and Apple TV, offering round-the-clock local news updates. With a tap, you can access the latest weather forecasts and breaking news. Plus, there's

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Nov 05 2024POLITICS

Voting in Illinois: A Windy Day with Big Decisions

Illinois voters are heading to the polls today, braving the windy weather to cast their ballots. This election is a big deal, with decisions that could shape the country's future for the next four years. Polls open at 6 a. m. and close at 7 p. m. , so voters have plenty of time to make their voices

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Nov 05 2024WEATHER

Weather Warmth Continues: Tropical Storm Rafael Forms

It's going to stay super warm this week, with record-breaking temperatures in the mornings and afternoons. A storm named Rafael has formed in the Caribbean and will soon enter the Gulf of Mexico. On Monday night, expect more clouds and maybe a little rain in the Capital Area. The low temperature wi

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Nov 05 2024WEATHER

Baton Rouge Beats Heat Records Again

Baton Rouge's Metro Airport has done something quite unusual—it's broken the record for the latest 90-degree temperature yet again. Just a week ago, the airport set a new record for the latest date to reach 90 degrees, which was October 27. This date was previously set in 1907. Since October 26, the

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Nov 05 2024POLITICS

Tragic Loss in Kharkiv: A 12-Year-Old's Life Cut Short by a Russian Bomb

A tragic incident unfolded in Ukraine's second-largest city, Kharkiv, where a powerful Russian glide bomb struck a residential building, leading to a heartbreaking loss. The bomb, weighing 500 kilograms (1, 100 pounds), caused significant damage, with at least 35 people sustaining injuries. Among th

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Nov 05 2024SCIENCE

Here Today, Gone Tomorrow: The Fate of Comet C/2024 S1

Imagine you're a comet, braving the fiery dance with the sun. That's what Comet C/2024 S1 tried to do. Discovered in September, this icy wanderer earned itself the nickname "Halloween comet" due to its timing. But as it got closer to the sun, things started to get hot. Really hot. Like, so hot that

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Nov 05 2024FINANCE

Homebuyers in 2024: Older, Richer, and Rarer

In 2024, a new record was set: more Americans used inheritance money to help buy their first home. This comes from a survey by the National Association of Realtors. It shows that first-time homebuyers were older and wealthier than before. This is a sign of how tough it is for many people to buy a ho

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Nov 05 2024WEATHER

Storm Rafael is Brewing: What to Expect

You know how some days are calm and others are crazy? Well, the Caribbean Sea is about to have one of those crazy days. A storm named Rafael just formed and is expected to become a hurricane soon. It's the 17th named storm of the Atlantic hurricane season, which usually peaks in September but lasts

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Nov 04 2024WEATHER

Caribbean Storm: Watch Out, Gulf!

Imagine a storm brewing in the Caribbean, about 345 miles from Jamaica. It's moving northeast at 7 mph, with winds of 35 mph. Forecasters think it'll become a hurricane as it passes over Cuba and enters the Gulf of Mexico by midweek. The National Hurricane Center is keeping a close eye on this poten

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Nov 04 2024WEATHER

Oklahoma Braces for More Storms After Weekend's Tornado Devastation

Oklahomans are preparing for another round of severe weather as they assess the damage from weekend tornadoes. The storms left behind destroyed homes, flooded streets, and injured at least 11 people. More tornadoes, hail, and strong winds are expected on Monday, targeting areas like Oklahoma City. T

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