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Gas prices typically rise this time of year as refineries switch to summertime formulas, which are designed to reduce smog. But because of maintenance work — partially delayed by Superstorm Sandy — the run-up in prices is happening earlier this year.

Watching the movie Lincoln inspired a Mississippi man to push the state to correct a snafu that kept it from officially ratifying the 13th Amendment.

We often put athletes on a pedestal. But after the latest accusations of bad behavior — accusations that include a murder charge against Oscar Pistorius — it may be time to lower that pedestal several notches, says Frank Deford.

The housing sector has been among the economy's bright spots. The news about single-family homes is a sign that trend will continue.

A Greenville man is facing a revocation of his probation on a charge of murder, after he was found to be driving without a license.A hearing is scheduled…

Internal injuries to a two-year-old indicate more than a fall, according to medical staff.Prosecutors said medical personnel believed wounds suffered by a…

The son of Rev. Jesse Jackson was accused of using $750,000 of campaign funds on personal expenses and to buy things such as a $43,000 watch and a hat once worn by Michael Jackson.

Constituents at a town hall were angry over a plan to legalize an estimated 11 million illegal immigrants. McCain, for his part, defended the plan, saying it was the right thing to do.

The HBO series Girls has been stirring up some controversy with racy scenes that challenge sexual stereotypes. Some people say the main character is prompting people to rethink their ideas about women's bodies. Host Michel Martin chats with the 'Beauty Shop' ladies.

The Royal penguin that washed up on a beach in New Zealand is the second from Antarctica to arrive there in as many years.