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Only on 12: Paper carrier helps nab suspected rapist

Early Monday morning, a newspaper carrier who we'll call "Kim" met a man she found suspicious. Turns out, her instincts were right. That man went on to rape a 74-year-old woman in her Walton Way apartment.

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On Your Side: Carpet Caper

Some folks say a North Augusta business called Carolina Discount Flooring took their money and then disappeared. 12 On Your Side reporter Jeff Anderson explains this carpet caper.

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Copper thieves plague churches

Eight churches in Edgefield County are being left in the cold this week, all for a piece that's worth up to $1.50 a pound. Copper thieves are gaining more notoriety as the demand for the illustrious metal grows in the global trade market.

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Local Update - January 22, 2007

Fire damages Popeyes in Aiken; armed robbery suspect escapes police; Peach Orchard Circle K robbed; parents of assault suspect arrested, man wanted in connection to Wrens shooting, man charged in death of baby son.

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Legal expert analyzes James Brown's will

James Brown's last wishes, spelled out in seven pages. His last will and testament is now public. News 12's Jonathan Martin talked to a legal expert to break down the will and look at the legal challenges that may come.

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Passport law changes complicate travel plans

If you are flying out of the country, a new homeland security law may prevent you from getting back into the United States if you don't have a passport. News 12's Lynnsey Gardner is on your side with what you need to know.

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Thieves steal SUV with checkbook inside

A man's SUV was stolen after he gave a friend a ride across town. But the thieves took more than his ride...they also stole his bank account number. News 12 is on your side with how to keep it from happening to you.

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Dumb and Dangerous Driving - January 18, 2007

Thursday's wet weather caused all sorts of problems for drivers, from delays to accidents. News 12's Stephanie Baker caught the day's crashes on camera and talked to deputies about why rainy roads are such a hazard.

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James Brown's will filed in Aiken County

James Brown's will was filed in court today in Aiken County. His wife, Tomi Rae, and son James Brown, Jr., are nowhere to be found in the document--but it was dated before they were married.

Local Update - January 19, 2007

Aiken convenience store robbed; burglary suspect caught on tape turns himself in; Augusta pizza restaurant robbed; Aiken County woman wanted for forgery; James Junior left out of Brown's will; cold weather bad news for animal shelter.

Gov. Sanford gives State of the State address

Governor Mark Sanford delivered his State of the State address tonight in Columbia, calling South Carolina a state in transition. He says both opportunities and challenges stem from the way the state responds to change.

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Local Update - January 18, 2007

Several morning accidents across the area; cold morning brought sleet to the area; county crews prepared for winter weather; News 12 brings you 24/7 Weather on Comcast channel 247.

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New program helps injured vets learn job skills

New veterans can have a tough time switching gears from life in the military to life as a civilian. That's why Fort Gordon is joining forces with several other agencies to help servicemen and women figure out a new career path.

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Child locked in day care van for two hours

An Augusta day care left a five-year-old girl locked in a day care van for more than two hours. "It's a bad neighborhood," said Adriana's mother Antrease. "Anything could have happened to my child."

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Local Update - January 17, 2007

Aiken home destroyed in fire; man wanted in Aiken burglary; Tomi Rae to sue for half James Brown's estate; North Augusta High adding surveillance cameras; plans for riverfront trade center stalled; gas prices down.

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Riverfront events center plans go nowhere again

The "TEE Center" project has been endorsed by the Convention and Visitors Bureau and the Development Authority, but today the Commission voted not to approve the proposal for the second time.

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Man charged in cousin's murder

A day after 45-year-old Thomas Tankersley was found dead in his Appling home, the Columbia County Sheriff's Office is charging a family member with his murder.

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Summerville rapist stole several unique items from victim

The Richmond County Sheriff's Office has released new information about items a rapist stole from his victim's Summerville home. A 74-year-old woman was raped and robbed five days ago on Walton Way near Augusta State University.

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