www.abccolumbia.com – Rochelle Dean – 2025-06-13 23:02:00

SUMMARY: Stephen Stanko, 57, was executed by lethal injection in South Carolina for two 2005 murders: he shot a friend in Horry County and killed his girlfriend in Georgetown County after raping her daughter, who survived a throat-slashing. Stanko apologized in a final statement and asked not to be judged by his worst day. His execution, South Carolina’s sixth in nine months, followed a brief halt due to drug availability. He declined the firing squad after concerns arose from a prior execution. Appeals and a clemency request were denied. Victims’ families and his lawyer witnessed the execution. He died 28 minutes after it began.

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www.youtube.com – WYFF News 4 – 2025-06-13 22:20:43

SUMMARY: Morning headlines for June 13 cover planned protests against immigration officials at Unity Park this Saturday, with authorities and organizers prepared for peaceful demonstrations. Attorney General Alan Wilson warned against violence, while local Democrats emphasized constitutional rights to peaceful protest. Internationally, Israel launched significant strikes on Iran’s nuclear program, raising war concerns, as former President Trump urges nuclear negotiations. Locally, a homicide investigation is underway in Anderson County. Greenville County’s budget third reading is Tuesday, with spending cuts proposed and raises for public safety under discussion. Filing opened for Spartanburg County sheriff election. Events include Juneteenth celebrations, a Father’s Day event, and new dining options in Greenville. Weather features intermittent showers and thunderstorms, no major traffic issues reported.

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www.abccolumbia.com – ABC Columbia Staff – 2025-06-13 09:47:00

SUMMARY: In Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, disc golfers witnessed a baby hammerhead shark fall from the sky during a game at Splinter City Disc Golf Course. Jonathan Marlowe and friends saw an osprey carrying prey before it dropped the baby shark, about one foot long, after being chased by crows. The group was stunned by the rare sight, as hammerhead sharks are not commonly seen on land. Located near Myrtle Beach State Park and close to the ocean, the group debated helping the shark but doubted it would survive the trip back. Local wildlife, including snakes and raccoons, is frequently seen at the course.

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