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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

The Independent UK

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

The Independent UK

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.

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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.

Latin Times

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.

Latin Times

Trump launches fresh attacks on US abortion rights

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

The Guardian - US

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.

Latin Times

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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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

The Independent UK

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.

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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

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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

International Business Times

Carolinas Wildfires Trigger State Of Emergency In South, North Battles With 9 Active Fires

Wildfires across the Carolinas have prompted a state of emergency in South Carolina amid the raging Myrtle Beach fire, and its neighboring state continues to battle active wildfires even as new fires are being reported.

The Independent UK

Lethal injection, electrocution and now firing squads. A look at US execution methods

South Carolina is preparing this week to execute a man by firing squad, a capital punishment method that hasn’t been used in the U.S. in nearly 15 years

The Independent UK

Carolina wildfires latest: One arrested and another cited with illegal burning as fire danger warning issued

'Increased fire danger' warnings have been issued across North and South Carolina, with winds in the region expected to pick up

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Coin Flip Determines SEC Top Seed After South Carolina, Texas Tie Atop Standings

Pure chance will separate the Gamecocks and Longhorns.

The Independent UK

Crews battle wildfires in North and South Carolina amid dry conditions and gusty winds

Crews are battling wildfires in North and South Carolina amid dry conditions and gusty winds and evacuations have been ordered in some areas

The Independent UK

Who is Brad Sigmon? The South Carolina death row inmate set for first U.S. firing squad execution in 15 years

Death row inmate convicted of the double murder of David and Gladys Larke has chosen to die by firing squad over fears the electric chair would ‘burn and cook him alive’

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