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Alvin Greene victory another weird chapter in South Carolina politics

Conspiracy theories abound after unknown Alvin Greene wins Democratic nomination for US Senate in South Carolina

The curious case of Alvin Greene, surprise Senate candidate

How did Alvin Greene, an unemployed Army veteran who lives with his dad, win a South Carolina primary without fundraising? House majority whip James Clyburn calls foul.

South Carolina US Senate candidate Alvin Greene facing felony charge

South Carolina's Democratic US Senate candidate Alvin Greene faces a felony charge of showing obscene Internet photos to a University of South Carolina student. If convicted, Greene faces a sentence of up to five years in prison.

She sees the places to go, he the reasons to stay as they journey separate way

Her father's days as a pilot have left him longing for home, while she is just beginning her journeys.

Nikki Haley in tough fight for South Carolina GOP primary in governor's race

South Carolina State Representative Nikki Haley is facing three men in the state's GOP primary for governor Tuesday. During the primary campaign, Haley has been accused of having affairs with two separate men.

Constance McMillen case: proms as gay-rights battleground

A federal judge said a Mississippi high school violated Constance McMillen's rights when it said she couldn't bring a girlfriend to prom. But the school is avoiding the gay rights issue by canceling prom and allowing parents to sponsor a substitute dance.

Obama "beginning not to be believable to me," says Rockefeller

West Virginia Senator Jay Rockefeller is starting to wonder if President Obama is a friend to the coal industry.

Showy poinsettias an easy way to brighten holiday homes

Poinsettias have become a hoiday staple, brightening homes at holidaytime with colors from cheery red to frosty white.

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Sundance: Take my film ... please!

The annual indie film festival is proving a tough sell for moviemakers as the economy craters and distribution channels shrink.

Louisiana interracial marriage case revives southern stereotypes

The pace has only picked up after the election of Barack Obama, whose skin color has revealed a usually hidden strain of racism that remains present in the South.

Sanford uses Jedi mind trick to get out of speeding ticket

South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford, who admitted to an affair with an Argentine mistress and is facing possible impeachment hearings, has a new crisis: He apparently charmed his way out of a speeding ticket.

State govs saying 'No thanks' to mystery laptops

Officials in West Virginia, Vermont, Wyoming and Washington state have reported receiving between three and five laptops, each over the course of two separate deliveries — but none had ordered any of them.

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Pat Conroy’s first novel in 14 years follows a group of young friends on into adult life.

Six Picks: Recommendations from the Monitor staff

The moon landing in 'real time,' a contemporary prom with old-time racial segregation, Afro-Cuban rhythms from Ricardo Lemvo, and more.

Letters to the Editor

Readers write about diversity on the Supreme Court, sexting, and gambling.

Job hunting? This week's unusual openings.

Opinion: Gen Y: the next 'Greatest Generation'?

The recession gives today's young people plenty to worry about, but their hopefulness will help them emerge intact.

Budget debate launches new tea party

Tax protesters gather around the country. Is it a GOP put-up job?

Google doubles Street View coverage

Supreme Court case: Can terror suspect in US be held indefinitely?

Justices agreed Friday to hear the appeal of terror suspect al-Marri, held without charge for more than five years.

Record crowd for Obama inauguration?

President-Elect Barack Obama's acceptance speech

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A Sunni-Shiite battle of the website hackers

While some Middle East experts say tit-for-tat cyberattacks on Islamic websites amounts to a virtual sectarian battle, others suspect third-party agitators could be the culprits.