South Carolina executes man serving two death sentences

Stephen Stanko was convicted of killing his live-in girlfriend as he raped her teenage daughter, then shooting a friend and cleaning out his bank account.

South Carolina inmate loses bid to delay execution over firing squad, injection concerns

A federal judge refused to halt the execution of Stephen Stanko, set for Friday, saying his lawyers provided no evidence that South Carolina’s lethal injection process causes unconstitutional pain.

South Carolina shooting leaves at least 10 injured, police say

Authorities say 10 people were shot during a fight that started on a private boat holding a holiday weekend party on the South Carolina coast.

Vietnam veteran, 79, graduates from college to keep 'mind and body updated'

Just before turning 80, Vietnam veteran Linwood Riddick graduated from South Carolina State University with a Bachelor’s degree in music industry.

South Carolina parents arrested after infant found with rat bite marks

Parents in South Carolina have been arrested and charged after their 6-month-old baby girl was found with multiple bite marks from a field rat.

NC college student killed by 'career criminal' in random SC home invasion: police

A 22-year-old North Carolina college student is dead after a man allegedly broke into her friend's home in South Carolina over the weekend and shot her in the chest after stealing several credit cards.

Whale euthanized after beaching on Hilton Head Island

Officials say the 20-ton, 31-foot long whale came ashore near the Marriott Grand Ocean Resort on Hilton Head Island on Saturday afternoon.

SC officials describe firing squad execution
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Officials in South Carolina gave remarks to the media on the firing squad execution of Mikal Mahdi, who was convicted of killing three people and numerous other "spree" crimes in 2004.

Full town hall as angry citizens confront reps
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In Asheville North Carolina, Rep. Chuck Edwards (R-NC) faced tough questions from his constituents who are unhappy with recent lack of government support and services.

Executions by firing squad resume: A brief history

Firing squads have a long history in the U.S., dating back to 1608, though they have been rarely used in modern times.