Cocky Falls in Mascot Battle
It's an upset involving the face of USC.
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Cops; Sex Offender Attacks 4-Year-Old in Easley
Authorities say a registered sex offender lured a 4-year-old girl from her Easley home into the woods, where he sexually assaulted and beat her.
Man Killed in New Year's Eve Shooting in Aiken
Authorities say a 22-year-old man is dead after a shooting on New Year's Eve in Aiken.
Police: Upstate man shot after setting mom on fire
PIEDMONT, S.C. (AP) _ Authorities say a man shot his brother after learning he had set their mother on fire in Piedmont.
19-Year-Old Man on Skateboard killed in Taylors
TAYLORS, S.C. (AP) _ Authorities say a 19-year-old on a skateboard has been killed after being struck by at least three vehicles in Taylors.
Senate Passes 'Cliff' Deal, House to Vote
Two hours after a midnight deadline for action, the Senate passed legislation early New Year's Day to avert the so-called fiscal cliff with an overwhelming vote of 89-8.
SC attorney general: Public records have limits
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina's top prosecutor says he supports the public's right to know what its government is doing. But he draws the line when releasing information might jeopardize a criminal investigation.
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Flu season begins with a vengeance
GREENVILLE, S.C. (AP) Health officials say flu season is early this year and the Carolinians are feeling the pain.
SC man arrested in murder of still-missing woman
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (AP) — A South Carolina man is under arrest for the murder of a woman missing for more than a week.
Biden, McConnell Close In on Last-Minute Deal
Congressional and White House negotiators are closing in on a deal to avert across-the-board tax hikes and spending cuts that take effect at midnight, as the nation teeters on the edge of the so-called fiscal cliff.
Fiscal Cliff Talks Hit 'Major Setback'
With less than two days remaining for Congress to reach a budget agreement that would avoid the so-called "fiscal cliff," ABC News has learned that negotiations have reached a "major setback."
As Fiscal Cliff Nears, All Eyes Turn to the Senate
A fiscal-cliff fix went nowhere in the House. Now, the Senate will take its turn.
President Still Hopeful in Final Days Before ‘Cliff’
Three days remain for Congress to pass a federal budget agreement that would avoid the so-called “fiscal cliff” and today President Obama said he believes the House and Senate leadership can squeak out a deal in time.
Emancipation Proclamation at 150: SC pays tribute
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) _ This New Year's as the nation marks the 150th anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation, one observance will be held on the South Carolina coast where the reading has special resonance.
Myrtle Beach Police Remember Officer Slain in 2002
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (AP) _ Myrtle Beach police are remembering a fellow officer killed in the line of duty a decade ago. A public service is happening Friday at a memorial stone dedicated to Joe McGarry outside the police department.
Aide: Stow 'Harps,' Ex-President in Good Hands
Former President George H.W. Bush is unlikely to leave the Houston hospital where he's being cared for anytime soon but would tell well-wishers to ``put the harps back in the closet,'' an aide says.
Woman Accused of Scam in Name of CT Victim
A New York City woman has been arrested by federal authorities who say she tried to scam donors by posing as a relative of one of the children killed at a Connecticut elementary school.
Baby Recliner Recalled after Deaths Are Reported
Major US stores are recalling a popular baby recliner after reports of five deaths linked to the device.
Active Meth Lab Found in Midlands Garage
A Midlands man is behind bars after deputies say he was operating a meth lab out of his garage.
End of 2012 sees spike in SC highway deaths
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ The number of people killed on South Carolina's highways has spiked at the end of 2012.
Man Leads Cops on Chase Through Georgia, SC
ANDERSON, S.C. (AP) _ Deputies are looking for a man they say led them on a chase through Georgia and South Carolina.
Deputies: Career Criminal May Be in Hiding
The suspect wanted for forcing a man out of his car at gunpoint may be receiving help to hide from authorities. That's according to the Richland County Sheriff's Department.
Clemson Student's Turtle Project Takes Dark Twist
Clemson University student Nathan Weaver just wanted to put together a project to help figure out the best way to assist turtles in crossing the road.
Looming Deadline for Your Taxes
President Barack Obama returns from Hawaii Thursday morning, and he and congressional leaders have yet to agree on how to avoid the so-called fiscal cliff next week that could rattle a recovering, but-still-fragile economy.
