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Witness to First Firing Squad Death in 15 Years Details How 'More Violent' Execution Was 'Certainly Faster' Than Lethal Injection

An eyewitness to South Carolina's recent execution by firing squad described the event as "more violent"and much "faster" than lethal injection.

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Red state activists refuse to give up

As GOP state lawmakers threaten reproductive rights, advocates are doubling down on their fight for freedom

Salon

Last Words of First Death Row Inmate Executed by Firing Squad in 15 Years Revealed: 'Help Us End the Death Penalty'

Brad Sigmon, a convicted murderer, was executed by firing squad in South Carolina, and used his last words to call for the abolition of the death penalty.

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‘Etched in my mind’: reporter describes South Carolina firing squad execution

Jeffrey Collins of the Associated Press recalls experience of watching Brad Sigmon die for 2001 murders

The Guardian - US

Violent and sudden. What a firing squad execution looked like through my eyes

An Associated Press journalist has served as a media eyewitness to the execution of Brad Sigmon by firing squad Friday in South Carolina

The Independent UK

Last Words of Man Executed in South Carolina by Firing Squad: Asked Christians to Help End Death Penalty

Brad Sigmon, 67, was executed by firing squad in South Carolina, becoming the first US prisoner in 15 years to die by this method, using his final words to urge Christians to help end the death penalty.

International Business Times UK

South Carolina death row inmate executed by firing squad, first in U.S. in 15 years

Brad Sigmon, 67, had a target placed in front of his heart and three prison employee volunteers shot him

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A South Carolina man executed by firing squad is the first US prisoner killed this way in 15 years

A South Carolina man has been executed by firing squad, becoming the first U.S. prisoner in 15 years to die by this method

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Here's Why Brad Keith Sigmon Chose Execution By Firing Squad Over Lethal Injection

Brad Sigmon, convicted of murdering his ex-girlfriend's parents with a baseball bat, is set to be executed this evening by a firing squad, marking the first execution of its kind in 15 years.

International Business Times UK

South Carolina conducts first US firing squad execution in 15 years: ‘Barbaric’

Brad Sigmon, 67, was shot dead by prison staff despite outcry over ‘cruel’ method and calls for clemency

The Guardian - US

A South Carolina man is set to become the first executed by firing squad in 15 years

A South Carolina man convicted of murder is scheduled to be executed by firing squad Friday night

The Independent UK

South Carolina Supreme Court rejects man's final appeal, clearing way for firing squad execution

The South Carolina Supreme Court has rejected what is likely the final appeal of condemned man Brad Sigmon, clearing the way for Friday’s firing squad execution

The Independent UK

Carolina wildfires followed months of weather whiplash, from drought to hurricane-fueled floods and back to drought

Scores of wildfires broke out across North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia in early March 2025 as strong winds, abnormally dry conditions and low humidity combined to kindle and spread the flames.

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South Carolina Baseball Bat Killer Slated to Be Executed By Firing Squad Will 'Pay For What He's Done,' Victims' Grandson Says

A South Carolina man facing execution for murdering his ex-girlfriend's parents will "pay for what he's done," the victims' grandson said.

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Everything We Know About The Shooters Set to Carry Out America's First Firing Squad Execution in 15 Years

A South Carolina man has selected the firing squad as his preferred method of death in what will become the state's first such execution in 15 years.

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Trump launches fresh attacks on US abortion rights

Administration to drop Idaho emergency abortion lawsuit and back South Carolina in Planned Parenthood funds case

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Jailed South Carolina Man's 'Booby Trapped' House Leads to Family Member's Gruesome Death

A South Carolina man's booby-trapped home claimed the life of a relative who stopped by to check on the place.

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South Carolina Man Faces Firing Squad Execution After Murders

South Carolina man convicted of brutal murders set to face rare firing squad execution, raising ethical concerns.

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The Independent UK

How South Carolina's execution of a condemned killer by firing squad will unfold

Three volunteer South Carolina prison employees will be the firing squad used to execute condemned killer Brad Sigmon on Friday

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Wildfires Threaten Homes In South Carolina And North Carolina

Wildfires in South Carolina and North Carolina prompt evacuations and burn bans due to dry conditions and high winds.

The Independent UK

Lighter winds help crews fighting wildfires in South and North Carolina

Lighter winds in South Carolina and North Carolina are helping firefighters battle blazes that caused evacuations and threatened hundreds of homes over the weekend

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South Carolina Wins Coin Flip For Top Seed

South Carolina claims top seed in SEC women’s basketball tournament after winning coin flip against Texas. Excitement and readiness abound as teams prepare...

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Wildfires Ravage North And South Carolina Amid Evacuations

Wildfires in North and South Carolina prompt evacuations and emergency declarations as crews battle blazes in dry conditions.

The Guardian - US

South Carolina fire crews make progress battling wildfire that forced evacuations

Firefighters work to contain blaze in Carolina Forest as south-eastern states face increased fire danger

The Independent UK

Carolina wildfire map: North and South Carolina under increased fire danger as strong winds threaten region

Dozens of wildfires have cropped up since the weekend, forcing South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster to declare a state of emergency

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