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This Halloween, candy prices are giving some shoppers a scare -- especially chocolate, which is creeping to new highs

Boo! Why chocolate prices are up this Halloween

This Halloween, candy prices are giving some shoppers a scare — especially chocolate, which is creeping to new highs.

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WSPA 7NEWS @wspa.com · 5h

Who’s your inspiration? Join Kelci O’Donnell weeknights at 10 PM on The CW62 and 11 PM on 7NEWS! https://www.wspa.com/author/kelci-odonnell/

WSPA 7NEWS @wspa.com · 6h

A South Carolina inmate who spent 42 years on death row has died of natural causes at a prison hospital, according to the state Department of Corrections.

South Carolina’s longest-serving death row inmate dies of natural causes after 42 years in prison

A South Carolina inmate who spent 42 years on death row has died of natural causes at a prison hospital, according to the state Department of Corrections.

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WSPA 7NEWS @wspa.com · 7h

The Smithsonian Institute has announced the temporary closure of its museums, research centers and the National Zoo due to the ongoing government shutdown.

Smithsonian poised to shutter museums Sunday as shutdown showdown persists

(The Hill) — The Smithsonian Institute announced Saturday that its museums will be closed starting Sunday as the lapse in government funding persists. “Due to the government shutdown, S…

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WSPA 7NEWS @wspa.com · 8h

ICYMI: The 2025 South Carolina State Fair returns to Columbia Oct. 8 - 19 and is introducing 15 new foods and drinks, offering visitors a variety of exciting culinary experiences.

LIST: New foods you will see at the 2025 SC State Fair

SPARTANBURG, S.C. (WSPA) — The 2025 South Carolina State Fair returns to Columbia Oct. 8 – 19 and is introducing 15 new foods and drinks, offering visitors a variety of exciting culinar…

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WSPA 7NEWS @wspa.com · 8h

High school homecoming celebrations in Mississippi ended in gunfire, with two separate shootings on opposite sides of the state Friday night that left at least six people dead and many more injured, authorities said.

Mississippi school homecoming celebrations turn deadly as 6 people are killed in separate shootings

High school homecoming celebrations in Mississippi ended in gunfire, with two separate shootings on opposite sides of the state Friday night that left at least six people dead and many more injured…

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WSPA 7NEWS @wspa.com · 9h

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WSPA 7NEWS @wspa.com · 10h

Lawyers for Luigi Mangione asked a federal judge Saturday to dismiss some criminal charges, including the only count for which he could face the death penalty, from a federal indictment brought against him in the December assassination of UnitedHealthcare’s chief executive.

Luigi Mangione’s lawyers seek dismissal of federal charges in assassination of UnitedHealthcare CEO

**Video is previous coverage of Luigi Mangione pleading not guilty to charges in December 2024** NEW YORK (AP) — Lawyers for Luigi Mangione asked a New York federal judge Saturday to dismiss some c…

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WSPA 7NEWS @wspa.com · 10h

The day after an explosion destroyed a Tennessee explosives manufacturing plant, officials say no survivors have been found and the 18 people who were missing after the blast are presumed to be dead.

No survivors after blast at Tennessee explosives manufacturing plant, sheriff says

“We’ve recovered no survivors.”

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WSPA 7NEWS @wspa.com · 10h

Former President Joe Biden is receiving radiation and hormone therapy as part of a new phase of treating the aggressive form of prostate cancer he was diagnosed with after leaving office, a spokesperson said Saturday.

Biden is receiving radiation and hormone therapy to treat his prostate cancer

WASHINGTON (AP) — Former President Joe Biden is receiving radiation and hormone therapy as part of a new phase of treating the aggressive form of prostate cancer he was diagnose…

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WSPA 7NEWS @wspa.com · 11h

A new study suggests the brain physically adapts to rely on alcohol to relieve stress and anxiety, creating a powerful feedback loop that makes quitting drinking extremely difficult.

Scientists identify brain region behind compulsive alcohol use in new study

The finding could lead to new treatments for alcohol dependence and anxiety disorders.

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WSPA 7NEWS @wspa.com · 12h

A feud is brewing between North Carolina Senator Thom Tillis and the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians. Earlier this week, Tillis accused the tribe’s cannabis operation of illegally transporting marijuana and marketing it to young people.

Senator Tillis calls for DOJ to investigate Cherokee cannabis operation

North Carolina Senator Thom Tillis has accused the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians of illegally transporting marijuana and marketing it to young people, prompting the tribe’s Principal Chief…

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WSPA 7NEWS @wspa.com · 13h

Republican lawmakers are targeting one of the U.S.'s longest standing pieces of environmental legislation, credited with helping save rare whales from extinction.

Republicans try to weaken 50-year-old law protecting whales, seals and polar bears

BOOTHBAY HARBOR, Maine (AP) — Republican lawmakers are targeting one of the U.S.’s longest standing pieces of environmental legislation, credited with helping save rare whales from extinction…

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WSPA 7NEWS @wspa.com · 14h

Efforts to save Pickens County’s first and only homeless shelter have paid off.

Agreement reached for only homeless shelter in Pickens County

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WSPA 7NEWS @wspa.com · 15h

As investigators continue to comb through the wreckage of an explosion in Tennessee that left 18 people unaccounted for Friday, Nexstar’s WKRN has learned more about the company that operated the facility.

OSHA violations reported prior to massive explosion at Tennessee facility: documents

As investigators continue to comb through the wreckage of an explosion in Tennessee that left 18 people unaccounted for Friday, Nexstar’s WKRN has learned more about the company that operated…

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WSPA 7NEWS @wspa.com · 16h

Sam’s Club shoppers will soon have extended access to their preferred pallets of toilet paper and sacks of oranges.

Sam’s Club is changing its Sunday hours: What to know

Sam’s Club shoppers will soon have extended access to their preferred pallets of toilet paper and sacks of oranges.

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WSPA 7NEWS @wspa.com · 16h

A man was arrested Saturday morning following a standoff with Anderson County deputies.

One arrested after standoff in Anderson County

ANDERSON COUNTY, S.C. (WSPA) – A man was arrested Saturday morning following a standoff with Anderson County deputies. The Anderson County Sheriff’s Office said deputies have arrested N…

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WSPA 7NEWS @wspa.com · 16h

Crockett, a native Texan from San Benito who's famous for his signature Americana music, took to social media on Tuesday, reminding folks of his roots and sharing his thoughts on the name change from "The Gulf of Mexico" to the "Gulf of America."

Charley Crockett on Trump renaming the Gulf: ‘I don’t recognize it by any other name’

“I was born on the Gulf Of Mexico.”

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WSPA 7NEWS @wspa.com · 17h

Bring your documents and empty medicine bottles! Join us and Davis Services and shred at Hope Point Church, 1185 Asheville Highway, Spartanburg, on Tuesday from noon to 6 PM. https://www.wspa.com/community/caring-for-the-carolinas/shred-a-thon-fall-2025/

WSPA 7NEWS @wspa.com · 18h

A man wanted by multiple law enforcement agencies in the Upstate was arrested in a traffic stop in Georgia, according to authorities.

Upstate fugitive arrested in Georgia

STEPHENS COUNTY, Ga. (WSPA) – A man wanted by multiple law enforcement agencies in the Upstate was arrested in a traffic stop in Georgia, according to authorities. According to the Stephens C…

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WSPA 7NEWS @wspa.com · 1d

A food aid program that supports millions of low-income mothers and their young children received a $300 million infusion from the Trump administration this week, alleviating some anxiety that it would run out of money during the government shutdown.

WIC food program receives $300M to keep running during government shutdown

A food aid program that supports millions of low-income mothers and their young children received a $300 million infusion from the Trump administration this week, alleviating some anxiety that it w…

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WSPA 7NEWS @wspa.com · 1d

Dr. Raashad Fitzpatrick has been named the new superintendent of the Cherokee County School District, following a year-long search.

New Cherokee County School District Superintendent shares plans for the future

Dr. Raashad Fitzpatrick has been named the new superintendent of the Cherokee County School District, following a year-long search.

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WSPA 7NEWS @wspa.com · 1d

All the yards covered with Pete Yanity! High School Red Zone tonight at 11 on 7NEWS! https://www.wspa.com/sports/high-school-football/

WSPA 7NEWS @wspa.com · 1d

President Trump on Friday announced he will raise tariffs on China up to 100% in response to a move from Beijing to tighten its control over certain critical minerals and rare earth elements.

Trump announces 100 percent tariff on China in response to rare earth controls

President Trump on Friday announced he will raise tariffs on China in response to a move from Beijing to tighten its control over certain critical minerals and rare earth elements. Trump announced …

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WSPA 7NEWS @wspa.com · 1d

It's time for another week of high school football in the Carolinas!

High School Red Zone: Week 8 Scores

(WSPA) – It’s time for another week of high school football in the Carolinas! Be sure to watch the High School Red Zone Review Preview show with 7NEWS Sports Director Pete Yanity, as he…

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