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US marks 24th anniversary of 9/11 terror attacks
Americans are marking 24 years since the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks with solemn ceremonies, volunteer work and other tributes honoring the victims.
4 days ago in National, Trending
Conservative activist Charlie Kirk dies after being shot at Utah college event
Charlie Kirk, a conservative activist and close ally of President Donald Trump, died Wednesday after being shot at a college event, Trump said. The co-founder and CEO of the youth organization Turning Point USA, the 31-year-old Kirk is the latest victim in a spasm of political violence across the United States.
5 days ago in Lifestyle, Trending
Apple has unveiled its iPhone 17 lineup, including the first iPhone Air. Here’s what’s new
Apple's iPhone 17 lineup is here. The tech giant on Tuesday unveiled four new models that mark the latest editions to its marquee product.
7 days ago in Sports, Trending
Ravens’ stunning collapse: Baltimore blows 15-point lead in final 4 minutes in 41-40 loss to Bills
With Matt Prater hitting a 32-yard field goal as time expired, Baltimore squandered a 15-point lead in the final four minutes in a stunning season-opening 41-40 loss to the Buffalo Bills on Sunday night.
1 week ago in Entertainment, Trending
Giorgio Armani, who dressed the powerful and famous from boardroom to Hollywood, dies at 91
Giorgio Armani, the iconic Italian designer who turned the concept of understated elegance into a multibillion-dollar fashion empire, died Thursday, his fashion house confirmed. He was 91.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle, Trending
Powerball jackpot jumps to $1.7 billion after another night without a big winner
The Powerball jackpot has jumped to an eye-popping $1.7 billion, after yet another drawing passed without a big winner Wednesday. The numbers selected were: 3, 16, 29, 61 and 69, with the Powerball number being 22.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle, Trending
Amazon ends a program that lets Prime members share free shipping perk with users outside household
Amazon is ending a program that allows members of its Prime membership subscription program to share their free shipping benefits with people who don't have the same primary address.
Lifestyle
2 days ago in National
Trump says he’ll send National Guard to Memphis, escalating his use of troops in US cities
President Donald Trump said Friday he'll send the National Guard to address crime concerns in Memphis, Tennessee, his latest test of the limits of presidential power by using military force in American cities.
2 days ago in National
Suspect in Charlie Kirk killing became more political, opposed activist’s views, authorities say
A 22-year-old Utah man who was arrested and booked on murder charges in the assassination of Charlie Kirk held deep disdain for the conservative activist's provocative viewpoints and indicated to a family member that he was responsible for the shooting, authorities said Friday.
3 days ago in National
The rise of AI tools forces schools to reconsider what counts as cheating
The book report is now a thing of the past. Take-home tests and essays are becoming obsolete. Student use of artificial intelligence has become so prevalent, high school and college educators say, that to assign writing outside of the classroom is like asking students to cheat.
4 days ago in National
Authorities search for conservative activist Charlie Kirk’s killer but provide little about motive
Authorities searched on Thursday for a sniper who assassinated Charlie Kirk, a conservative activist and close ally of President Donald Trump, with one bullet and then slipped away in the mayhem resulting from the latest act of political violence to befall America.
4 days ago in National, Trending
US marks 24th anniversary of 9/11 terror attacks
Americans are marking 24 years since the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks with solemn ceremonies, volunteer work and other tributes honoring the victims.
4 days ago in National
US inflation worsened last month as the cost of gas, food and airfares jumped
Inflation moved higher last month as the price of gas, groceries, hotel rooms and airfare rose, along with the cost of clothes and used cars.
4 days ago in National
West Nile virus cases running higher than normal, prompting health warnings
West Nile virus infections are intense so far this year, with case counts running 40% higher than normal, health officials say.
Features
2 weeks ago in Features
How to draw every president and first lady in 4 steps
John Hutton, a North Carolina art history professor who draws in his spare time, outlined his four-step technique in a new book, "How to Draw the Presidents & First Ladies," published in July by the White House Historical Association.
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Chuck’s Got Your Tickets to Vance Joy @ Firefly – Sept. 18
Get in to win a pair of tickets to the Sept. 18 Vance Joy show at Firefly Distillery!
Solve the Chuck Connection and Win!
Weekdays at 3 PM, Chuck will play 3 songs that have something in common… they’re “Connected.” After you hear ’em, type in what the connection is.
Events
Sept. 16-21: Disney’s Beauty & the Beast at the PAC
Sing along to the Disney classic Beauty & the Beast, performed live in multiple shows at the North Charleston Performing Arts Center from Tuesday, Sept. 16 through Sunday, Sept. 21.
Vance Joy & Special Guests at Firefly – 9/18
Vance Joy with special guests Sammy Rae & The Friends, Jonah Kagen, Kyle Schuesler are coming to Firefly Distillery in North Charleston on Tuesday, Sept. 18!
9/20: Night Under the Stars Benefiting Pediatric Cancer Research
Tickets are on sale for the 4th Annual Shining Stars Sea-lestial Gala at the Sweetgrass Inn at Wild Dunes Resort, Isle of Palms on Saturday, Sept. 20.
The Lumineers with Chance Peña at Credit One
The Lumineers will make a stop at Credit One Stadium on Daniel Island on Friday, Sept. 26.
Register for the 5K Trail Run/Walk to Help Local Families – 9/27
The 22nd Annual Care Give Run 5K Partial Trail Run and Family Fun Walk is coming up Sept. 27 at Palmetto Islands County Park in Mount Pleasant.
Register Today for the Annual Spina Bifida Walk-N-Roll – 9/27
The Spina Bifida Association will be hosting its annual Walk-N-Roll fundraising event on Saturday, Sept. 27.
Walk/Run a 5K for Cancer: Register Now for Happy Steps 5K – 9/27
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness month, and you can show your support by participating in Camp Happy Days’ 5K event on Saturday, Sept. 27!
Tickets on Sale: Elvis Costello & the Imposters at the Gaillard – 10/3
101.7 Chuck FM is proud to welcome Elvis Costello & the Imposters, with very special guest Charlie Sexton to the Charleston Gaillard Center.
Register for Making Strides Against Breast Cancer – Oct. 4
The American Cancer Society will be hosting its annual Making Strides Against Breast Cancer event, presented by Coldwell Banker Realty, here in Charleston on Oct. 4!
Entertainment News
2 days ago in Entertainment
Ego Nwodim leaves ‘Saturday Night Live,’ which adds 5 new cast members
Ego Nwodim is the latest — and perhaps last — high-profile departure from "Saturday Night Live," as the long-running sketch show has seen a cast shakeup ahead of its 51st season.
3 days ago in Entertainment
Shaun White and Nina Dobrev call off their engagement, break up after 5 years
Shaun White and Nina Dobrev have called off their engagement and brought an end to their five-year relationship, a person close to the couple told The Associated Press.
4 days ago in Entertainment, Music
David Bowie archive opens in London chronicling five decades of icon’s restless creativity
When David Bowie died in 2016, he left a vast musical legacy – and a trove of unrealized projects. Tantalizing details of those abandoned and unfinished ideas are revealed in Bowie's archive, which opens to the public this week.
5 days ago in Entertainment
Star Trek plans packed lineup for the franchise’s 60th anniversary, with Lego sets and YouTube show
Not many franchises have fueled society's timeless fascination with the boundless possibilities of a utopian future like "Star Trek." Next year the sprawling franchise will add more shows, Lego sets and even a Rose Parade Float in a yearlong celebration of its 60th anniversary.
5 days ago in Entertainment
Dick Van Dyke turns 100 in December. Fans can celebrate at the movies
Movie theaters across the country are pulling out the stops for Dick Van Dyke's 100th birthday in December. A new documentary about the song and dance man's life, "Dick Van Dyke: 100th Celebration," will be in theaters over his birthday weekend on Dec. 13 and 14, Fathom Entertainment said Wednesday.
6 days ago in Entertainment, Music
Rick Davies, co-founder and singer of Supertramp, dies at 81
Rick Davies, the co-founder, singer and songwriter of British band Supertramp, has died after a long battle with cancer, the band said Monday. He was 81.
6 days ago in Entertainment
Charlie Sheen talks his road to sobriety ahead of release of his memoir, ‘The Book of Sheen’
Sheen sat down with actor and writer David Duchovny during an event at 92nd Street Y, New York on Monday to discuss the writing process behind his memoir, "The Book of Sheen," his journey through sobriety and his passion for acting.