S.C. Senate Takes A Strong Step Toward Removing Confederate Flag
The state's Senate will need to approve the bill one more time before it can go on to the House. Monday's tally was 37-3; a final vote will be held Tuesday.
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Multiple Shark Attacks On Carolina Beaches
North Carolina has seen two attacks in as many days on the barrier islands just off its coast. In separate incidents last week, two people were attacked in South Carolina.
Activist Climbs Flagpole At S.C. Statehouse, Removes Confederate Banner
The unidentified woman was arrested after she removed the flag, defying demands from State Capitol police to come down from the 30-foot pole.
9 Dead In Shooting At Charleston, S.C., Church
Police are still searching for a suspect in the attack, described as a young white man. Charleston police chief Gregory Mullen says the shooting will be investigated as a hate crime.
Slain Charleston Church Pastor Heard Calling At Early Age
The Rev. Clementa Pinckney, who was also a state senator, was among nine people killed in a shooting Wednesday. In 2001, he said he was called to preach at age 13 and wanted "to make a difference."
In Charleston, A City Gathers To Mourn, Try To Understand Mass Shooting
The community began to try to pick up the pieces, in the days after a gunman opened fire at a historically black church, killing nine people.
$1 Million Bond For Charleston Church Shooting Suspect
Dylann Roof appeared via videolink for a court hearing today, where he stood expressionless as victims' family members poured out their emotions.
Are Black Voters Ready For Hillary Clinton?
African Americans are going to be key to a Hillary Clinton presidential run. After a tense 2008 primary fight with Barack Obama, she's trying to win them over.
S.C. Sen. Lindsey Graham Joins Battle For Republican Nomination
Graham, known as a defense hawk, enters the race as a distinct underdog, but an entertaining one.
Tornadoes Hit Texas As Tropical Storm Ana Makes Landfall In S.C.
At least one person is dead and others still missing in Texas. Meanwhile, near Myrtle Beach, a weakening Ana has stormed ashore.