Electric chair tested and firing squad prepared in South Carolina
South Carolina's prisons director said the state is ready to execute an inmate next month by either electrocution, firing squad or lethal injection.
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Democratic candidates at CBS News spin room
Six Democratic candidates for president join CBS News in the spin room to review their debate performance in Charleston, South Carolina.
CBS News Democratic debate in full
Seven Democratic candidates for president took the stage in Charleston, South Carolina, in a debate hosted by CBS News. Watch the debate in its entirety here.
Alex Murdaugh granted chance to argue jury tampering affected murder trial
South Carolina's highest court agreed to hear an appeal from disgraced lawyer and convicted killed Alex Murdaugh, who's seeking a new trial.
Maps show Tropical Depression Debby's path and forecast
Debby made a second landfall over South Carolina and weakened into a tropical depression as it headed slowly up the East Coast.
Debby to bring heavy rain to Northeast
Debby made its second landfall in South Carolina as a tropical storm Thursday before weakening to a tropical depression later in the day. The system is expected to bring heavy rain and possible flooding to the northeast by the weekend. CBS News correspondent Cristian Benavides reports on the damage in the Palmetto State.
Debby second landfall, flood warnings
Tropical Storm Debby battered the Carolinas again after hovering over the Atlantic. In Bladenboro, North Carolina, flooding impacted residents and businesses. CBS News' Cristian Benavides has more on a community working together to protect a town's only pharmacy. Also, Columbia, South Carolina, mayor Daniel Rickenmann joins CBS News with more on storm mitigation.
South Carolina braces for 2nd Debby landfall
Tropical Storm Debby is moving up the East Coast, and heavy rain has already led to flooding in parts of South Carolina. CBS News correspondent Cristian Benavides has more from Myrtle Beach.
Debby flooding prep in Myrtle Beach
Tropical Storm Debby risks in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, include the potential for floods in the weeks ahead as stormwater flows from North Carolina, according to Myrtle Beach Mayor Brenda Bethune, who joins CBS News with more details on storm preparations in the area.
Debby regaining strength over Atlantic
Tropical Storm Debby is being blamed for at least five weather-related deaths in the U.S. as flooding risks are increasing for inland cities in the Carolinas. CBS News' Cristian Benavides breaks down the fears of more flooding, CBS News Philadelphia meteorologist Grant Gilmore has the latest weather forecast, and CBS News New York meteorologist Tony Sadiku previews what the Norheast can expect from Debby.
Major South Carolina river flood prep after Debby
Officials are warning South Carolina residents of potential river flooding after Tropical Storm Debby pounded the area with heavy rain. Thomas McNeal, the director of emergency management in Dorchester County, South Carolina, joins CBS News with more on the flooding risks.
Tropical Storm Debby floods Georgia cities
Tropical Storm Debby continues to bring heavy rains and flooding to eastern coastal cities as it crawls north through parts of Georgia and the Carolinas. A second landfall in South Carolina is expected Wednesday night or Thursday morning. CBS News' Manuel Bojorquez reports from Charleston.
States work to clear Debby aftermath
Tropical Storm Debby is moving north after dropping huge amounts of rain on parts of the Southeast. President Biden has authorized emergency declarations from the governors of Florida, Georgia and South Carolina. CBS News correspondent Cristian Benavides has the latest from Savannah, Georgia.
Hilton Head Island mayor on Debby rain
Hilton Head Island Mayor Alan Perry is encouraging residents to stay home after Tropical Storm Debby dumped more than 10 inches of rain in the region and as risks of floods continue. Perry joins CBS News with more information for residents and tourists in the South Carolina area.
Tropical Storm Debby flooding threats
Tropical Storm Debby killed at least 5 people on Monday and is continuing its path north toward the Carolinas. CBS News national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez reports from Charleston, South Carolina.
Tropical Storm Debby making its way northeast
Tropical Storm Debby is making its way north to the Georgia and South Carolina coasts. Both state's governors have declared states of emergency to prepare for heavy rains and severe floods. CBS News correspondent Cristian Benavides has the latest from Savannah, Georgia.
Georgia, South Carolina brace for Debby
Tropical Storm Debby was downgraded from a Category 1 hurricane after slamming into Florida on Monday. Some forecasters are predicting record-setting rainfall for parts of Georgia and South Carolina as Debby makes its way north and east. CBS News national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez reports from Charleston.
Tropical Storm Debby slams Florida
Tropical Storm Debby slammed Florida's Big Bend coast as it sweeps toward the East. Heavy rains, flooding and travel delays are still affecting thousands. CBS News' Tom Hanson reports from Horseshoe Beach, and CBS News Bay Area meteorologist Jessica Burch looks at the storm's expected path toward Georgia and South Carolina.
South Carolina death penalty methods legal, including firing squad, court rules
The South Carolina Supreme Court ruled Wednesday upheld the state's execution methods, which include electrocution, lethal injection, and now, firing squad.
Stephen Smith: A Death in Murdaugh Country
New evidence discovered after Murdaugh murders reignites a cold case. "48 Hours" obtains findings of independent forensic experts. CBS News national correspondent Nikki Battiste reports.
How did Stephen Smith die? "48 Hours" obtains findings of independent investigation
Because of the odd crime scene, Stephen Smith's mother never believed that it was a hit-and-run. Now a team of high-profile lawyers and forensic experts are helping her get answers.
Sneak peek: Stephen Smith: A Death in Murdaugh Country
New evidence discovered after Murdaugh murders reignites a cold case. "48 Hours" obtains findings of independent forensic experts. CBS News national correspondent Nikki Battiste reports Saturday, July 27 at 10/9c on CBS and streaming on Paramount+.
How a South Carolina county is reimagining libraries
The Richland Public Library is pioneering an evolution in what libraries can offer their communities.
$1.3 million settlement awarded in suit over crash that killed bride
A South Carolina judge approved just over $1.3 million in a partial settlement in the case of a bride killed by a suspected drunk driver.
Woman fatally struck by police truck on South Carolina beach
The officer driving the vehicle has been placed on administrative leave. An investigation is ongoing.
Charlie Kirk shooting suspect in custody after manhunt, officials announce
Conservative activist Charlie Kirk died Wednesday after he was shot at an event at Utah Valley University. Officials say a suspect is now in custody.
Suspect arrested in Charlie Kirk killing confessed to father, officials say
A person has been arrested in connection with the shooting that killed conservative activist Charlie Kirk, sources said.
ICE agent shoots, kills man in Chicago suburb; agent also injured
An ICE agent shot and killed a man in Franklin Park, Illinois, Friday morning after authorities say he attempted to drive into agents as they tried to make an arrest.
Erika Kirk speaks out for first time since Charlie Kirk shooting
Erika Kirk, the widow of Charlie Kirk, speaks out for the first time since her husband's death on Wednesday.
Secret Service puts agent on leave who wrote negative post about Charlie Kirk
A U.S. Secret Service agent who wrote a negative social media post about Charlie Kirk has been put on leave, U.S. officials said Friday.
AI fuels false claims after Charlie Kirk's death, analysis reveals
X's AI chatbot Grok, the AI-search engine Perplexity and Google's AI summaries all provided false information in the aftermath of Charlie Kirk's assassination.
Charlie Kirk shooting suspect is in custody. Here's what we know.
Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot and killed on Wednesday while speaking an event at Utah Valley University.
Missouri lawmakers pass GOP redistricting plan backed by Trump
Missouri is the third state to seek to redraw its congressional maps ahead of next year's midterms.
Uber denies rides to passengers with disabilities, Justice Department says
The Justice Department filed a $125 million lawsuit against Uber, alleging the company discriminates against disabled passengers.