An investigation is underway into the fatal shooting of an Aiken man in Graniteville at Sage Creek Boulevard and Bettis Academy Road according to the county.

Deputies found a decomposing female body Thursday in Aiken County. The cause of death is unknown pending autopsy results.

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Jordin Sparks, Clay Aiken, Phillip Phillips and more return to 'Idol' as mentors for Hollywood Week 'Idol' brings back its best to mentor contestants during Hollywood Week.

Aiken County Public Schools will soon have a new cellphone policy in effect. It was approved by the school board on Tuesday night.

Season 5 winner and returning mentor, Jordin Sparks is thrilled to be back as a coach for an all-new group of passionate and talented singers.