Gov. Henry McMaster issued a State of Emergency Friday in support of the state's ongoing response efforts to the winter weather moving across South Carolina.
North Carolinaβs price gouging law is in effect after Governor Josh Stein declared a state of emergency because of the winter storm. It is unlawful for businesses or sellers to charge excessively high prices during a crisis.
Due to the state of emergency in North Carolina and the wintry weather conditions expected, the Charlotte Symphony Orchestra has canceled tonightβs Bach & Mozart concert.
Shelters in Charlotte are expanding their capacity to help people experiencing homelessness during this extreme weather event. The first significant snowfall in three years is expected Friday into Saturday.
Fires burning in and around Los Angeles have claimed the homes of numerous celebrities, including Billy Crystal, Mandy Moore and Paris Hilton and led to sweeping disruptions of entertainment events.