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On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 1, 2025: we look at the federal government shutdown, the lapse in SNAP benefits, how the state is responding, and how it will affect 560,000 South Carolinians; Republican gubernatorial candidate Attorney General Alan Wilson rolled out his law and order platform; state Democratic Rep. Jermaine Johnson jumps into the race for governor; and more!

On Friday, a federal judge ordered the release of contingency funds to cover Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program payments. Even with that kind of step, the stress of the moment and questions about tomorrow weigh heavy on some South Carolinians when they think of safety net programs.

Officers remind parents and guardians to put safety first on Halloween

Food banks, which are not state-funded resources, largely rely on philanthropy and their own wallets. The banks were calling on South Carolinians and their good will to help feed people beyond the fund drive. And the generosity will need to trickle down to food pantries and restaurants.

The latest report from the South Carolina Department of Public Health brings the total number of measles cases in the state this year to 37.

Stephen Bryant, 44, will be the third man this year to die by South Carolina's newest execution method. His execution is set for Nov. 14.

What to know before you head to the polls on Tuesday.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration says drugmakers have recalled more than a half-million bottles of the blood pressure medication prazosin hydrochloride over concerns it may include a cancer-causing chemical.

Mike Switzer interviews Tate Salley, with the Pollock Company in Columbia, SC.

Mike Switzer interviews Tate Salley, with the Pollock Company in Columbia, SC.