South Carolina

South Carolina is experiencing a severe winter storm with heavy snowfall and freezing temperatures, resulting in power outages and disruptions across the state. The region has also seen significant population growth due to its affordability and lifestyle, emerging as a new boom state. Meanwhile, the US government is poised to avoid a major shutdown after senators agreed to separate a controversial bill from a package funding key departments. However, forecasters warn of another potentially significant winter storm threatening the eastern states. The state's governor has approved emergency disaster declarations, and millions face power outages and disruptions nationwide.