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Law enforcement officials say Kianna Underwood, a former Nickelodeon child star, was killed Friday in a hit-and-run in New York. She was 33.
https://www.wspa.com/news/former-nickelodeon-star-kianna-underwood-killed-in-hit-and-run/
https://www.wspa.com/news/former-nickelodeon-star-kianna-underwood-killed-in-hit-and-run/
January 18, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Law enforcement officials say Kianna Underwood, a former Nickelodeon child star, was killed Friday in a hit-and-run in New York. She was 33.
https://www.wspa.com/news/former-nickelodeon-star-kianna-underwood-killed-in-hit-and-run/
https://www.wspa.com/news/former-nickelodeon-star-kianna-underwood-killed-in-hit-and-run/
A litter of puppies abandoned in parking lots in Gaffney are now in the care of a rescue group in Charleston.
https://www.wspa.com/news/local-news/puppies-abandoned-in-gaffney-parking-lots-taken-to-rescue-group-in-charleston-suspect-identified/
https://www.wspa.com/news/local-news/puppies-abandoned-in-gaffney-parking-lots-taken-to-rescue-group-in-charleston-suspect-identified/
January 18, 2026 at 4:59 PM
A litter of puppies abandoned in parking lots in Gaffney are now in the care of a rescue group in Charleston.
https://www.wspa.com/news/local-news/puppies-abandoned-in-gaffney-parking-lots-taken-to-rescue-group-in-charleston-suspect-identified/
https://www.wspa.com/news/local-news/puppies-abandoned-in-gaffney-parking-lots-taken-to-rescue-group-in-charleston-suspect-identified/
LAST CHANCE | As the event continues through January 18th, residents and visitors alike have the opportunity to explore the rich culinary offerings available in their area. https://www.wspa.com/news/local-news/sc-restaurant-week-returns-2/
January 18, 2026 at 2:30 PM
LAST CHANCE | As the event continues through January 18th, residents and visitors alike have the opportunity to explore the rich culinary offerings available in their area. https://www.wspa.com/news/local-news/sc-restaurant-week-returns-2/
Chief Meteorologist Malachi Rodgers brings VIPIR radar tech to YOU! https://www.wspa.com/weather/ #WSPA #Weather
January 18, 2026 at 12:30 PM
Chief Meteorologist Malachi Rodgers brings VIPIR radar tech to YOU! https://www.wspa.com/weather/ #WSPA #Weather
The Swain County Sheriff’s Office has charged a man with ‘sexual servitude’ involving an adult victim.
DETAILS | https://www.wspa.com/news/crime/man-charged-with-sexual-servitude-stalking-in-swain-county/
DETAILS | https://www.wspa.com/news/crime/man-charged-with-sexual-servitude-stalking-in-swain-county/
January 18, 2026 at 1:33 AM
The Swain County Sheriff’s Office has charged a man with ‘sexual servitude’ involving an adult victim.
DETAILS | https://www.wspa.com/news/crime/man-charged-with-sexual-servitude-stalking-in-swain-county/
DETAILS | https://www.wspa.com/news/crime/man-charged-with-sexual-servitude-stalking-in-swain-county/
A death investigation is underway after a person was found shot in Pickens County, according to the sheriff's office.
DETAILS | https://www.wspa.com/news/local-news/death-investigation-underway-in-pickens-county/
DETAILS | https://www.wspa.com/news/local-news/death-investigation-underway-in-pickens-county/
January 18, 2026 at 12:30 AM
A death investigation is underway after a person was found shot in Pickens County, according to the sheriff's office.
DETAILS | https://www.wspa.com/news/local-news/death-investigation-underway-in-pickens-county/
DETAILS | https://www.wspa.com/news/local-news/death-investigation-underway-in-pickens-county/
After a warmer and mostly dry Saturday afternoon, another weather system is expected to push into much of the area Saturday night through Sunday morning along with another cold blast of air.
READ MORE HERE | https://www.wspa.com/news/weather-news/expecting-a-dusting-of-snow-in-the-upstate/
READ MORE HERE | https://www.wspa.com/news/weather-news/expecting-a-dusting-of-snow-in-the-upstate/
January 18, 2026 at 12:01 AM
After a warmer and mostly dry Saturday afternoon, another weather system is expected to push into much of the area Saturday night through Sunday morning along with another cold blast of air.
READ MORE HERE | https://www.wspa.com/news/weather-news/expecting-a-dusting-of-snow-in-the-upstate/
READ MORE HERE | https://www.wspa.com/news/weather-news/expecting-a-dusting-of-snow-in-the-upstate/
Federal childcare funding is in the spotlight, with Trump now seeking to cut funding to states after Minnesota daycare operators were accused of fraud.https://www.wspa.com/news/national/how-much-federal-funding-do-states-receive-for-childcare-new-study-shows-which-are-getting-the-most/
January 17, 2026 at 11:30 PM
Federal childcare funding is in the spotlight, with Trump now seeking to cut funding to states after Minnesota daycare operators were accused of fraud.https://www.wspa.com/news/national/how-much-federal-funding-do-states-receive-for-childcare-new-study-shows-which-are-getting-the-most/
Highlights and recaps! College Sports Xtra with Pete Yanity! Monday night at 7:30 on The CW62! https://www.wspa.com/sports/college-sports/ #WSPA #College #Basketball #CollegeBasketball
January 17, 2026 at 10:30 PM
Highlights and recaps! College Sports Xtra with Pete Yanity! Monday night at 7:30 on The CW62! https://www.wspa.com/sports/college-sports/ #WSPA #College #Basketball #CollegeBasketball
The Anderson County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting that left a 15-year-old injured.
DETAILS | https://www.wspa.com/news/local-news/15-year-old-shot-in-arm-in-anderson-county/
DETAILS | https://www.wspa.com/news/local-news/15-year-old-shot-in-arm-in-anderson-county/
January 17, 2026 at 10:00 PM
The Anderson County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting that left a 15-year-old injured.
DETAILS | https://www.wspa.com/news/local-news/15-year-old-shot-in-arm-in-anderson-county/
DETAILS | https://www.wspa.com/news/local-news/15-year-old-shot-in-arm-in-anderson-county/
One woman was arrested in connection to the fatal stabbing of a man in Belton, according to the Anderson County Sheriff's Office.
DETAILS | https://www.wspa.com/news/crime/woman-arrested-in-connection-to-anderson-county-stabbing/
DETAILS | https://www.wspa.com/news/crime/woman-arrested-in-connection-to-anderson-county-stabbing/
January 17, 2026 at 9:30 PM
One woman was arrested in connection to the fatal stabbing of a man in Belton, according to the Anderson County Sheriff's Office.
DETAILS | https://www.wspa.com/news/crime/woman-arrested-in-connection-to-anderson-county-stabbing/
DETAILS | https://www.wspa.com/news/crime/woman-arrested-in-connection-to-anderson-county-stabbing/
A man fishing along the North Carolina coast shared videos of two sea creatures a little too big to capture with a rod.
WATCH HERE | https://www.wspa.com/news/state-news/humpback-whales-spotted-along-nc-coast-by-clayton-fisherman-video/
WATCH HERE | https://www.wspa.com/news/state-news/humpback-whales-spotted-along-nc-coast-by-clayton-fisherman-video/
January 17, 2026 at 9:00 PM
A man fishing along the North Carolina coast shared videos of two sea creatures a little too big to capture with a rod.
WATCH HERE | https://www.wspa.com/news/state-news/humpback-whales-spotted-along-nc-coast-by-clayton-fisherman-video/
WATCH HERE | https://www.wspa.com/news/state-news/humpback-whales-spotted-along-nc-coast-by-clayton-fisherman-video/
Saving time and money! Tuesday at 11 on 7NEWS! https://www.wspa.com/diane-lees-here-to-help/ #WSPA #Court #Mediation
January 17, 2026 at 8:30 PM
Saving time and money! Tuesday at 11 on 7NEWS! https://www.wspa.com/diane-lees-here-to-help/ #WSPA #Court #Mediation
After Robert F. Kennedy Jr. "turned the food pyramid upside down," health experts are weighing in on what they see as the most worrying – and positive – aspects of the new guidelines.
DETAILS | https://www.wspa.com/news/national/experts-reveal-greatest-concerns-with-rfk-jr-s-new-dietary-guidelines/
DETAILS | https://www.wspa.com/news/national/experts-reveal-greatest-concerns-with-rfk-jr-s-new-dietary-guidelines/
January 17, 2026 at 8:04 PM
After Robert F. Kennedy Jr. "turned the food pyramid upside down," health experts are weighing in on what they see as the most worrying – and positive – aspects of the new guidelines.
DETAILS | https://www.wspa.com/news/national/experts-reveal-greatest-concerns-with-rfk-jr-s-new-dietary-guidelines/
DETAILS | https://www.wspa.com/news/national/experts-reveal-greatest-concerns-with-rfk-jr-s-new-dietary-guidelines/
A new report from the Office of the State Auditor suggests North Carolina could save millions of dollars by eliminating vacant jobs at the state level.
https://www.wspa.com/news/nc-auditor-says-state-could-save-millions-by-cutting-long-vacant-jobs-190-have-been-empty-for-5-years/
https://www.wspa.com/news/nc-auditor-says-state-could-save-millions-by-cutting-long-vacant-jobs-190-have-been-empty-for-5-years/
January 17, 2026 at 5:13 PM
A new report from the Office of the State Auditor suggests North Carolina could save millions of dollars by eliminating vacant jobs at the state level.
https://www.wspa.com/news/nc-auditor-says-state-could-save-millions-by-cutting-long-vacant-jobs-190-have-been-empty-for-5-years/
https://www.wspa.com/news/nc-auditor-says-state-could-save-millions-by-cutting-long-vacant-jobs-190-have-been-empty-for-5-years/
It's been months since any new pennies were minted in the U.S., and more businesses are starting to see empty penny slots in their cash registers.https://www.wspa.com/news/more-retailers-impacted-by-penny-shortage-how-theyre-responding/
January 17, 2026 at 4:15 PM
It's been months since any new pennies were minted in the U.S., and more businesses are starting to see empty penny slots in their cash registers.https://www.wspa.com/news/more-retailers-impacted-by-penny-shortage-how-theyre-responding/
Didn’t earn so much during your working years? It’s likely you’re still eligible for retiree benefits from the Social Security Administration.
https://www.wspa.com/news/social-security-what-is-the-minimum-amount-a-retiree-is-entitled-to/
https://www.wspa.com/news/social-security-what-is-the-minimum-amount-a-retiree-is-entitled-to/
January 17, 2026 at 3:45 PM
Didn’t earn so much during your working years? It’s likely you’re still eligible for retiree benefits from the Social Security Administration.
https://www.wspa.com/news/social-security-what-is-the-minimum-amount-a-retiree-is-entitled-to/
https://www.wspa.com/news/social-security-what-is-the-minimum-amount-a-retiree-is-entitled-to/
Consumer groups, politicians, and bankers alike remain unclear on what the White House has planned and whether Trump remains serious about the idea.
https://www.wspa.com/news/business/ap-business/ap-as-trumps-deadline-for-a-cap-on-credit-card-rates-looms-banks-have-only-questions-and-no-answers/
https://www.wspa.com/news/business/ap-business/ap-as-trumps-deadline-for-a-cap-on-credit-card-rates-looms-banks-have-only-questions-and-no-answers/
January 17, 2026 at 2:45 PM
Consumer groups, politicians, and bankers alike remain unclear on what the White House has planned and whether Trump remains serious about the idea.
https://www.wspa.com/news/business/ap-business/ap-as-trumps-deadline-for-a-cap-on-credit-card-rates-looms-banks-have-only-questions-and-no-answers/
https://www.wspa.com/news/business/ap-business/ap-as-trumps-deadline-for-a-cap-on-credit-card-rates-looms-banks-have-only-questions-and-no-answers/
According to Clemson University, nearly 98% of main campus students have provided proof of immunity to measles.
https://www.wspa.com/news/local-news/measles-case-confirmed-at-clemson-university/
https://www.wspa.com/news/local-news/measles-case-confirmed-at-clemson-university/
January 17, 2026 at 1:51 PM
According to Clemson University, nearly 98% of main campus students have provided proof of immunity to measles.
https://www.wspa.com/news/local-news/measles-case-confirmed-at-clemson-university/
https://www.wspa.com/news/local-news/measles-case-confirmed-at-clemson-university/
U.S. District Judge Katherine Menendez wrote in her order that ICE cannot retaliate against, arrest or detain "persons who are engaging in peaceful and unobstructive protest activity." https://www.wspa.com/news/national/nexstar-media-wire/judge-limits-ice-tactics-at-minnesota-protests/
January 17, 2026 at 1:30 PM
U.S. District Judge Katherine Menendez wrote in her order that ICE cannot retaliate against, arrest or detain "persons who are engaging in peaceful and unobstructive protest activity." https://www.wspa.com/news/national/nexstar-media-wire/judge-limits-ice-tactics-at-minnesota-protests/
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is considering a 2028 presidential bid, taking aim at Vice President Vance and highlighting their differing views on key issues.https://www.wspa.com/news/top-stories/ocasio-cortez-ramps-up-fight-with-vance-amid-2028-speculation/
January 17, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is considering a 2028 presidential bid, taking aim at Vice President Vance and highlighting their differing views on key issues.https://www.wspa.com/news/top-stories/ocasio-cortez-ramps-up-fight-with-vance-amid-2028-speculation/
Deputies are searching for a girl they believe ran away with an adult man on Friday.
Deputies search for child believed to have run away with adult man
GREENVILLE COUNTY, S.C. (WSPA) – Deputies are searching for a girl they believe ran away with an adult man on Friday. According to Greenville County Sheriff’s Office, 12-year-old Alliso…
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January 17, 2026 at 12:38 PM
Deputies are searching for a girl they believe ran away with an adult man on Friday.
Donating can make a difference! Join us at Mattress Max Furniture, 9595 Warren H. Abernathy Hwy., Spartanburg, on Tuesday from noon to 6 p.m.! https://www.wspa.com/community/operation-warmth-help-communities-this-winter/ #WSPA
January 17, 2026 at 12:30 PM
Donating can make a difference! Join us at Mattress Max Furniture, 9595 Warren H. Abernathy Hwy., Spartanburg, on Tuesday from noon to 6 p.m.! https://www.wspa.com/community/operation-warmth-help-communities-this-winter/ #WSPA
The 911 call and police radio audio in Luigi Mangione's arrest in Altoona, Pennsylvania were released on Friday.
https://www.wspa.com/news/911-call-police-radio-released-in-luigi-mangione-arrest-he-looked-like-the-ceo-shooter/
https://www.wspa.com/news/911-call-police-radio-released-in-luigi-mangione-arrest-he-looked-like-the-ceo-shooter/
January 17, 2026 at 12:15 PM
The 911 call and police radio audio in Luigi Mangione's arrest in Altoona, Pennsylvania were released on Friday.
https://www.wspa.com/news/911-call-police-radio-released-in-luigi-mangione-arrest-he-looked-like-the-ceo-shooter/
https://www.wspa.com/news/911-call-police-radio-released-in-luigi-mangione-arrest-he-looked-like-the-ceo-shooter/
Even with temperatures below 20 degrees overnight in the mountains, the Henderson County Rescue Squad hit the water for training.
How the Henderson County Rescue Squad tackles winter emergencies
HENDERSON COUNTY, N.C. (WSPA) – A local rescue crew is preparing for any emergency, no matter the season. Even with temperatures below 20 degrees overnight in the mountains, the Henderson Cou…
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January 17, 2026 at 4:48 AM
Even with temperatures below 20 degrees overnight in the mountains, the Henderson County Rescue Squad hit the water for training.