S.C. Insurance Director Resigns

Greenville resident David Black abruptly quits post

Is SC A Must-Win for Gingrich?

As Newt Gingrich's campaign comes back down to Earth in Iowa after a meteoric rise, the South Carolina primary looms bigger than ever.

SCBC President: Forgiven Gingrich Tops Mormon Romney

South Carolinians grappling with issues of faith and fidelity will vote for the philanderer who's asked for forgiveness over the man who's not a Christian, the Rev. Brad Atkins said.

Updated: 13 SC Tea Party Leaders Blast Bachmann Tactics

Thirteen leaders of the state's tea party movement tell the Minnesota congresswoman to stop questioning their integrity.

Voice Of The Voter: Harley Huskins

In this second installment of Patch's Voice of the Voter, we talk with an automobile expert from the Wade Hampton area of Greenville.

State Law, College Policies Can Leave Gaps in Child Sex Reporting

Abuse reporting policies in academia differ from school to school.

Harnessing Power As Frontrunner, Gingrich Calls For Broader Coalition

Former Speaker of the House looks ahead to debate challenge of Obama.

Bachmann Takes Aim At Gingrich's Stance On 'Life'

Minnesota Congresswoman Speaks to Large Crowd at Book Signing

Voice Of The Voter: Michael Peay

Taylors Patch kicks off the first in a series of weekly features devoted to finding out what you, the voter, thinks about the 2012 presidential race.

Bachmann's SC Chairman: GOP Race 'Wide Open'

Lee Bright believes Michele Bachmann will be in a position to rise again in South Carolina.

Experts: Cain's Departure Would Help Gingrich

With with wheels falling off of Herman Cain's campaign amid allegations of an affair, his possible departure could help further fuel Newt Gingrich's surge or help Ron Paul or Rick Perry.

VIDEO: 'Occupy' Movement Hits Main Street Greenville

Occupy Greenville held a demonstration Thursday.

Updated: Gov. Haley Sued Over Purported Ethics Violations

Suit asks court to decide whether or not Haley used her office for personal gain while she was working in the South Carolina General Assembly.

Spartanburg Senator Named Chairman of Bachmann's S.C. Campaign

Lee Bright will be joined by State Representative Bill Chumley

S.C. CBS Affiliates To Air Final 30 Minutes of Debate Tonight

WSPA, who will air the show on WYCW (Channel 62), and WLTX will show the final half hour of the CBS News/National Journal Debate at 7:30 p.m.

S.C. Debate-Watchers Given the Evil Eye

Upstate CBS affiliate said airing the entire debate was never part of the plan.

GOP Debate Highlights Key Differences in Field

Candidates sparred over torture and troop withdrawal in Afghanistan, and some rooted openly for the assassination of foreign scientists

VIDEO: Paul Highlights Differences on Foreign Policy

Ron Paul spoke with Patch after his stop in Spartanburg.

Day in Review: Candidates in Carolina

GOP presidential hopefuls are in the Upstate for the CBS News/ National Journal Republican presidential debate.

Ron Paul Plans Pre-Debate Rally in Spartanburg

GOP hopeful Ron Paul will hold a Veterans Day rally on Saturday morning in Spartanburg.

Protests Scheduled for Debate Day

The nation's eyes will be fixed on South Carolina on Saturday for the Republican debate, but progressive organizers are hoping to siphon some of the attention.

Replay: Live GOP Debate Coverage from Spartanburg

All GOP contenders are expected at Wofford College for CBS News/ National Journal debate on Saturday,

Duke Energy Holds Public Hearing on Proposed Rate Hike

The meeting will be held at 6 p.m. Wednesday at Greenville County Council chambers.

Election Results 2011: Fire/Sewer Commissioner

Voters in Taylors headed to the polls Tuesday to choose a fire and sewer commissioner.

VIDEO: Huntsman Visits Converse College

Huntsman returns to the Upstate.

Poll: Lack of Endorsements Leaves GOP Field Open?

Nearly 80 percent of South Carolina's Power Outsiders have not publicly committed to a Republican presidential candidate.

Churches A Vibrant Part of S.C. Political Circuit

Faith is one of the many factors that could help voters determine which candidate earns their vote.

Gingrich Makes It Official in SC

Former Speaker of the House files paperwork to enter Palmetto State primary, challenges President Obama to series of debates.

Video: SCGOP Expects All Challengers to Take Part in Spartanburg Debate

Some 2,000 tickets will be available for the Wofford College event.

Wofford College To Host Republican Debate

CBS News and National Journal will present first Republican presidential primary debate

Santorum Speaks to Republican Gathering in Downtown Greenville

The GOP candidate is looking for a boost in the polls.

DeMint To Meet with Cain, Perry

Senator won't tip his hand regarding possible endorsement

Two Presidential Hopefuls, U.S. Senator in Upstate on Tuesday

Rick Santorum and Rick Perry will make campaign stops in the area, while Sen. Jim Demint holds a workshop for those who provide services for orphans.

S.C. Getting Aggressive Against New Drugs

Rapid rise of use of bath salts, synthetic marijuana prompts South Carolina to act.

Poll: Who Won The CNN Western Republican Presidential Debate?

Tell Patch who you think won Tuesday night's debate.

Campaign Contribution Stats Released

Perry surges in South Carolina, though Taylors residents preferred Romney

Haley Holds Town Hall Meeting in Spartanburg

Governor talks Legislative Report Card.

Anita Perry Visits Bob Jones University

The wife of presidential hopeful, Texas Gov. Rick Perry, visited with nursing students and chatted up students from her home state of Texas during a stop at Bob Jones on Friday.

VIDEO: 'Occupy' Movement Hits Spartanburg

Roughly 50 people lined Morgan Square in downtown Spartanburg.

Occupy Wall Street Coming to Spartanburg

The movement that started in the nation's financial capital is spreading to the Upstate.