20s area-mph. tonight, lows wind gusts up to 25 the 30s and 40s, and highs only reaching blustery today, with sunny, cold, and sunny, cold, and 3 sunny, cold, and blustery today, with highs only reaching the 30s and 40s, and wind gusts up to 25 mph. tonight, lows drop into the 20s area-wide. tuesday brings more sunshine and cold temperatures with highs in the

3 ((wrap up)) 3 let's send it over to chris with traffic. 3 we're watching: haywood county accidents i-40 east &; west @ 18 mmhendersonville rd @ irwin st/i-40/ disabled/18 wheeler wheeler 3 here's a live look at the s.c.d.o.t. cam on-- 3 3 3 new from overnight--the highway patrol is

that temporarily blocked a greenville county road. troopers were called out to highway 25 in travelers rest around 4:15 this morning.it appears an suv had rolled over. a medical helicopter was called to the scene.. but right now, we don't have information on any injuries. the road was back open by 5:00 a-m. 3 3 the red cross is helping families in several counties after numerous house fires over the weekend. weekend.many of those people made it out ok but sadly- one woman did die in a fire at her home in greenville county. county.ashley minelli is live at the red cross in greenville county... 3 - coroner: 51-year-old barbara kern died at the hospital hospitalfire broke out at her home saturday evening on aberdare court in greenville countykern's father also lived in the home... he is now staying with relatives... 3 he's now one of several people displaced after fires broke out at this home in spartanburg county... and two

wade hampton assistant fire chief... have an idea what *might* have caused blaze in greenville county 3 3 3 we found ashtray and cigarettes at the bed and we plugs at the bed. 3 red cross: - blow out candles. - put out fires before going to bedwith colder weather moving in, another reminder:- don't overload electrical outlets- space heaters: 3 foot radius, nothing touching them 3 - red cross currently helping 3 families displaced by the fires in anderson and spartanburg- right now all of them are under investigation...

3 3 covering our counties-- covering our 3 covering our counties--a buncombe county man accused of killing a couple and their unborn child is expected back in court today. today.jason owens is locked up on a list of charges-- including first degree murder, murder of an unborn child,nd destroying remains.owens was arrested last march. 3 he's accused of killing j-t codd and his wife e cristie, who was pregnant.the couple was reported missing march 15. 15.investigators say owens robbed and killed the codds at their home in leicester.. then destroyed their remains. prosecutors are seeking the death penalty.we'll be in court this morning and let you know what happens. 3 in greenville county--one of four suspects charged in a robbery that turned deadly is scheduled to go on trial today. today.joseph crite was shot to death in his home on lanford drive back in december of 2012.

of people had gone to the house to rob him.deputies say two of the suspects held crite at gunpoint, then killed him. four people were charged with murder-- including brandon adams.he's set to stand trial today for murder, kidnapping, and other charges.we'll be following this case and let you know what happens.. 3 we're working to find out if charges are being filed in a domestic stabbing in pickens county.investigators say it happened at a home on highway 88 sunday afternoon. afternoon.deputies tell us a man was cut during a fight with his wife.that man had to be flown to the hospital. there's no word on his condition this morning. 3 3 today is the last day for you to file for flood relief from the federal government. government.fema and the small business administration are offering financial assistance for those hit by the historic flooding our state experienced in october---you have until today to register with both organizations.the money can be used on any assistance with short-term rent, repairs and property losses. 3 3 the countdown is on for clemson fans -- we're just one week away from the tigers

championship. 3 clemson-- still holds a perfect record after beating oklahoma 37-to-17 in the orange bowl thursday night. q-b- deshaun watson lead the team *and they maintained control of the game **even after losing star defensive end shaq lawson to a knee injury. it's been 34-years since clemson had a chance to win a national championship. they face alabama next monday in arizona at 8:30. 3 we'll have complete coverage right here on fox carolina of the national championship game. our crew will be leaving for arizona in the next couple of days.**today coach dabo swinney is expected to address the media ahead of the big game. you can find out what he has to say on fox carolina 3

every 10 minutes. minutes. 3 sunny, cold, and blustery today, with highs only reaching the 30s and 40s, and wind gusts up to 25 mph. tonight, lows drop into the 20s area-wide. tuesday brings more sunshine and cold temperatures with highs in the 40s and lows in the 20s. 3 3 now let's send it over to the traffic center. 3 we're watching: haywood county accidents i-40 east &; west @ 18 mmhendersonville rd @ irwin st/i-40/ disabled/18 wheeler accident sc hwy101 @ i-85

3 here's a live look at the s.c.d.o.t. cam on-- 3 3 it's ______.3 it's ______.the f-b-i says they're watching a federal building in oregon that's being taken over by armed men. we'll tell what this is all about.. coming up. 3 here's a live look over ab tech in asheville-- you're watching the morning news on fox carolina. 3 you're watching the morning

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support your active dog's whole body health with purina one. 3 you're watching the morning news with lauren elise, ben hill, meteorologist nicole papay, chris scott with pit crew traffic. 3 welcome back to the morning news on fox carolina.we're back with a live look over greenville. 3 3 the f-b-i says they're keeping watch on a federal wildlife refuge in oregon.. where an armed group has taken control. control.the group says they're protesting the government's control of public land.they also say they're mad ranchers are being punished because they did not want to sell

blocked off roads, arming guard towers and restricting access sunday.a federal judge convicted a father and son duo of arson in 2001 and they're scheduled to start their sentence today. 3 this morning the buildings where the deadly san bernardino shooting happened will re-open. open.14 people were killed and others hurt last month when investigators say a husband and wife duo opened fire. nearly 600 workers are expected to head back to the inland regional center today. leaders of the center say they will meet in small groups to talk about the attack then resume work as normal.the conference center where the attack happened remains closed indefinitely. 3 president obama is scheduled to meet with the attorney general this morning to talk about reducing gun violence. violence.he's expected to talk about a three month plan that will include executive action. the president is expected to focus on strengthening background checks required before buying a gun.republican leaders say they will fight any legislation from the president they feel is

obama will also speak at a town hall thursday at george mason university about reducing gun violence. 3 boston globe employees are working extra shifts to make sure their readers get copies on time. time.the globe switched to a different delivery company last monday and there have been complaints ever since. many subscribers say they never got their papers.dozens of editors and reporters at the newspaper delivered thousands of copies sunday. reps with the globe say they're working to fix the bugs. 3 3 more than half of americans have a new years resolition.. and the top one always seems to be losing weight... weight...and if it's yours.. you can have a running start this weekend.. weekend..fox carolina's joe gagnon is live from the travelers rest y-m-c-a who is putting on the resolution run.. 3 this saturday you can start the year off on the right foot..as lots of people are set to head here in the morning and go for a run..

run held right here at the family y....where you can run for a half marathon or a 5-k as well.. well..now according a study by the journal of clinical psychology..while half of people usually make a resolution...only 8 out of a hundred people actually complete it through the entire year..so if you want to at least let it last the week.. just go to fox carolina.com to sign up..it is 30 dollars for the 5k and 60 for the half marathon.. 3 back to you.. you.. 3 time for weather and traffic. traffic.

today, with 3 highs only reaching the 30s and 40s, and wind gusts up to 25 mph. tonight, lows drop into the 20s area-wide. tuesday brings more sunshine and cold temperatures with highs in the 40s and lows in the 20s. wednesday will stay below nororl with sunshine and highs back in the 40s.the next chance for rainncomes late thursday into friday, with highs back in the 50s, followed by a dry, milder saturday. sunny, cold, and blustery today, with highs only reaching the 30s and 40s,

tonight, lows drop into the 20s area-wide. tuesday brings more sunshine and cold temperatures with highs in the 40s and lows in the 20s. wednesday will stay below normal with sunshine and highs back in the 40s.the next chance for rain comes late thursday into friday, with highs back in the 50s, followed by a dry, milder saturday.

3 let's send it over to chris. 3 3 3 we're watching: watching: 3 here's a live look at the s.c.d.o.t. cam on--pit crew

traffic 3 sponsored by kevin whitaker chevrolet cadillac! 3 3 3 news you need to know..an autopsy is planned today for a greenville county woman who died after a house fire.the coroner says 51 year old barbara kern died saturday night at the hospital.the wade hampton fire department is still investigating how the fire started. 3 lawmakers return to the house ttay for their first session of 2016.their first order of business will be another vote to repeal president obama's health care law.the senate has already passed the measure.. which president obama said he will veto. 3 the powerball jackpot is up to

make it one of the biggest jackpots of all time, if someone wins.the next drawing is this wednesday night.. here on fox carolina. 3 if you ordered from amazon over the weekend, you might have noticed your total was a little higher. higher.starting january first.. south carolina customers are now being charged sales tax on their amazon purchases.that's because a tax break granted by the state legislature in 2011 has expired.south carolina was one of 10 states to give the tax break.. in exchange for jobs and other investments. experts say adding the sales tax will generate tens of millions of dollars for south carolina's economy. 3 3 it's ______.facebook founder mark zuckerberg is really aiming high when it comes to his new year's resolutions. we'll tell you what he says he's working on for 2016.. 3 here's a live look 3 over usc upstate in spartanburg--thee morning news on fox carolina is back in minutes. 3 you're watching the morning

3 welcome back to the morning news on fox carolina.this is a live look in travelers rest. 3 facebook founder mark zuckerberg says he has a new year's resolution.. that may change life as we know it. it.zuckerberg says his goal this year is to create an artificial intelligence system. he posted online -- he wants to "build a simple a-i to run my home and help me with my work."in the post he

assistant jarvis and says he has something like that in mind.six years ago he vowed to learn mandarin and recently gave a 20-minute speech in that language. 3 time for weather 3 and traffic every 10 minutes. 3 sunny, cold, and blustery today, with highs only reaching the 30s and 40s, and

tonight, lows drop into the 20s area-wide. tuesday brings more sunshine and cold temperatures with highs in the 40s and lows in the 20s. 3 ((weather hit)) 3 let's send it over to the pit crew traffic center. 3 we're watching: watching: 3 here's a live look at the s.c.d.o.t. cam on-- 3

3 it's ______.nearly a year after a greenville teen's death.. the community is still looking for his killer.we'll show you how people are remembering cobey smith.. next. 3 we leave you with a live look over greenville--thee morning news on fox carolina is back in minutes. 3 you're watching the morning news on fox carolina.

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3 the morning news starts now. now. 3 firefighters and the red cross are urging you to be careful.. after a series of upstate house fires over the weekend. we're live in greenville with the details. details.3 the mother of tucker hipps is talking to fox carolina after clemson university responds to a lawsuit connected to her son's death.what she's looking forward to--coming up. up. 3 you'll want a coat and gloves as you head out the door this morning.we're looking at sunny, cold and windy

3 good morning.... it's monday, january 4.i'm ben hill. hill.and i'm lauren elise .. here with nicole papay and chris scott.thanks for joining us on the morning news. 3 sunny, cold, and blustery today, with highs only reaching the 30s and 40s, and wind gusts up to 25 mph. tonight, lows drop into the 20s area-wide. tuesday brings more sunshine and cold temperatures with highs in the 40s and lows in the 20s.

3 let's send it over to chris. 3 we're watching: watching: 3 here's a live look at the s.c.d.o.t. cam on-- 3 3 3 this morning -- only on fox carolina -- we're hearing from the *hipps' family, about *clemson's response to a civil lawsuit. lawsuit.19 year old tucker hipps died in 2014, after falling off a bridge near run with his fraternity. fraternity.his parents filed a

members of the fraternity, the fraternity itself - sigma phi epsilon - and clemson university. cindy and gary hipps allege in the suit -- sigma phi epsilon had a long-standing tradition that required pledges to jump off the bridge and swim to shore.a report states clemson denies *any knowledge the fraternity's tradition. 3 cindy hipps talked to fox carolina about the university's response -- saying in part--"i was very angry but not surprised...we are ready to move forward in our legal case and get the facts." 3 no charges have been filed in the case so far.we will keep you up to date on what happens in the civil suit. 3 this morning- the red cross is helping some upstate families out after several house fires over the weekend. one of them claimed the life of a greenville county woman. 3 ashley minelli is live at the red cross in greenville county... and ashley- these fires are prompting the organization to send out some reminders to people as the colder weather moves in...

fires- but red cross: some ways to help keep you safe this winter winter- don't leave food cooking on the stove. 3 - blow out candles- and put out fires before going to bed. bed.- do not overload outlets- care. 3 cause of all fires under investigation... in greenville county- where that deadly fire happened, wade hampton fire chief: did everything they could to save her 3 they did an excellent job like i say, the first truck in attacked the fire. the second truck in which was right behind the first truck, did the search and rescue and they actually did do cpr on the victim and had a pulse and had a heart rate before they left the scene. 3 - coroner: 51 year old barbara kern died inside home on aberdare court- cause of fire

3 - another fire happened in spartanburg over the weekend- on charlie mae *campbell lane- two other fires in anderson county displaced two families there as well 3 in total: - red cross is helping four families out this morninghere in greenville county: - told barbara kern's father also lived at the home, staying with relatives right now now 3 3 today.. one of four people charged in the 2012 murder of a greenville county woman is set to go on trial. trial.chiquita johnson was shot and killed outside the highland square apartments in december of 2012.four men were arrested and charged in her

christopher cobb is due to go on trial.he's facing murder and attempted murder charges. we'll be following this case and let you know what happens. 3 laurens county deputies say three people are facing charges after a missing teen was found over the weekend. weekend.14 year old michael hudson was found saturday.the teen's aunt-- who is his guardian-- says he ran away from home last month. month.deputies say his parents-- michael and kelldon hudson-- later found him.they are charged with custodial interference and unlawful neglect toward a child. child.and on saturday.. deputies also arrested shelia neves.investigators believe the boy had been staying with her. 3 this morning, spartanburg county deputies are looking for two armed robbery suspects. suspects.we're told the "el diamante" gas station on asheville highway was robbed saturday nigig.deputies say two men wearing ski masks walked in with guns.. and got away with cash.anyone with information on this case is asked to call the spartanburg county sheriff's office. 3 friends and family in greenville county are still looking for justice for a teen

ago.16 year old cobey smith was killed last january 25 on the sliding rock creek trail. no one has been arrested.over the weekend.. people came together to honor his memory. 3 3 "ready, one, two, three, for cobey!" "love you cobey." cobey."community activist jack logan organized saturday's event.. which is the first of several vigils being planned this month.family and friends of cobey smith attended.. and are still asking for anyone with information on his death to come forward. 3 3 3 "as long as people are aware, listening, hearing, seeing, then surely somebody out there young man." man."greenville police are investigating this case.anyone with information is asked to call 1-888-crime-sc. 3 3 today is the deadline for flood victims from october's historic rains to apply for federal aid. aid.the flooding affected

the palmetto state.today is also the deadline for returning disaster loan applications to the u-s small business administration.fema has approved nearly 80 million dollars in grant money to more than 30-thousand applicants. homeowners may be eligible for loans up to 200-thousand dollars while business owners dollars for damaged property. 3 3 time for weather and traffic every 10 minutes. minutes. 3 sunny, cold, and blustery today, with highs only reaching the 30s and 40s, and wind gusts up to 25 mph. tonight, lows drop into the 20s area-wide. tuesday brings more sunshine and 3 cold temperatures with highs

3 ((weather hit)) 3 chris is standing by in the traffic center: 3 we're watching: watching: 3 here's a live look at the s.c.d.o.t. cam on-- 3 3 in the nfl--the panthers will have home field advantage for

in franchise history. 3 the team clinched the spot on sunday against the bucs.cam newton ran for two touchdowns and threw for two more to beat the bucs 38-to-10. that gave the panthers their 11th straight win at home.newton *also tied the n-f-l record for most career touchdowns rushing by a quarterback with 43. 3 3 it's ______.if you have any cash left over from christmas.. you might want to invest in a lottery ticket. more on this week's huge powerball jackpot.. next 3 here's a live look in travelers rest-- you're watching the morning news on fox carolina. 3 you're watching the morning news with lauren elise, ben hill, meteorologist nicole papay, chris scott with pit

3 welcome back to the morning news on fox carolina.news on fox the morning welcome back to 3 welcome back to the morning news on fox carolina.you're looking live over greenville. 3 3 people in india are bracing for tremors after a massive earthquake shook the country sunday morning. morning.india's meteorological department says a 6 point 8

about a half dozen people have been confirmed dead with dozens of others injured. rescue crews say the tremors cracked walls and collapsed high rise buildings.witnesses report the quake lasted up to two minutes in some neighborhoods. 3 diplomats and embassy staff from iran are moving out of saudi arabia this morning after the two countries announced they have cut ties. the two countries ended relations after iranian protesters set fires in the saudi embassy.leaders in saudi arabia executed nearly 50 people saturday --including a prominent shiite cleric -- causing an out cry.iran's president called the executions disrespectful to his nations and must be stopped.political analysts say the decision to part ways between saudi arabia and iran will likely affect surrounding nations. 3 later this morning we're expected to learn more about a plan to reform the chicago police force. force."sharon fairly" was appointed by mayor "rahm emanuel" to reform the independent police review authority.her appointment came after video of a teen being

and sparked protests. **fairly** is expected to announce staffing changes she's made since december. according to the chicago tribune -- only two out of 409 shootings investigated by the review authority have been found unjustified since 2007. 3 a new survey is showing there's a group of doctors who don't think pre-teens need a vaccine against h-p-v. p-v.the results of the study were published in the journal "pediatrics" -- showing vaccine rates for h-p-v are lower than recommended.h-p-v has been shown to cause cancer. the vaccine is recommended to be given to kids before they're sexually active.it's estimated about a third of teens in the u-s are sexually active by the age of 16. 3 if you're feeling like the new year is bringing you new luck -- you may want to try for the powerball on wednesday. wednesday.the drawing will be worth 400 million dollars.. after no one won saturday's drawing.that's the **largest pot since september of 20-13 when someone from south carolina won.lottery officials say the new powerball rules that went into effect in

bigger prizes to the game. 3 time for weather and traffic every 10 minutes. minutes. 3 sunny, cold, and blustery today, with highs only reaching the 30s and 40s, and wind gusts up to 25 mph. tonight, lows drop into the 20s area-wide. tuesday brings more sunshine and cold

40s and lows in the 20s. wednesday will stay below normal with sunshine and highs back in the 40s.the next chance for rain comes late thursday into friday, with highs back in the 50s, followed by a dry, milder saturday. sunny, cold, and blustery today, with highs only reaching the 30s and 40s, and wind gusts up to 25 mph. tonight, lows drop into the 20s area-wide. tuesday brings more sunshine and cold temperatures with highs in the 40s and lows in the 20s. wednesday will stay below normal with sunshine and highs

chance for rain comes late thursday into friday, with highs back in the 50s, followed by a dry, milder

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s.c.d.o.t. cam on--3 pit crew traffic 3 sponsored by kevin whitaker chevrolet cadillac! 3 3 3 news you need to know..a buncombe county man accused of a killing a couple and their unborn child is due back in court.deputies say jason owens killed **jt codd** and his wife **christie** who was pregnant back in march and then burned their remains. proescutors are seeking the death penalty. 3 a group of armed protesters in oregon are guarding a federal wildlife refuge for a third day.the group says they're protesting the government's control of public land and two ranchers being prosecuted for arson. 3 president obama says he's going to try and reduce gun violence in his final year in office.he's scheduled to meet with the attorney general today to talk about a plan. he'll be at george mason university to talk about gun violence in a town hall meeting thursday. 3 time for birthday shout-outs, sponsored by urban nirvana... -paul from seneca. seneca.belated shoutouts-- -kayla from simpsonville.

to mention a birthday on the air, send the name, date, and hometown to *birthdays at fox carolina dot com.*and let us know if you'd like to see it in either the 7 or 8 o'clock hour. 3 we'll be right back, but first -- a look at yesterday's winning lottery numbers. numbers. 3 3 3 3 3 you're watching the morning

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3 while you've heard plenty about clemson's coach dabo swinney, there's another dabo who's helping people. people.this one year old chocolate lab is also named dabo.he's currently training to become a diabetic alert dog where he can sniff out if a diabetic is suffering from high or low blood sugar.the dog's handler says dabo is a huge help and never leaves her side. 3 3 "dabo the dog and i are togehther 24/7 - he never leaves my side - we go everywhere together if i get up to walk otu of the room he follows me - that's his job to be with me and concentrate on me." me."3 coach dabo swinnery even got to meet dabo the dog.he says he's proud of the work the dog and his handler are doing for diabetics. 3 now time for weather and

3 sunny, cold, and blustery today, with highs only reaching the 30s and 40s, and wind gusts up to 25 mph. tonight, lows drop into the 20s area-wide. tuesday brings more sunshine and cold

40s and lows in the 20s.3 3 3 chris is in the traffic center: 3 we're watching: watching: 3 here's a live look 3 at the s.c.d.o.t. cam on-- 3 3 3 it's ______.3 after a series of weekend house fires.. upstate first responders are reminding homeowners about fire safety. ashley minelli has that story for us at 8:00. 3 be sure to stay with fox carolina all morning long. we're bringing you the days top stories until nine o'clock. throughout our four hours of

reports from the field, plus weather and traffic updates every 10 minutes.

to be careful.. after a series of upstate house fires over the weekend.we're live in greenville with the details. details.if you have damage to your home or business after last fall's historic flood.. today is the last day to ask for federal aid.what you need to know.. coming up. up. 3 you'll want a coat and gloves as you head out the door this morning.we're looking at sunny, cold and windy conditions to start your week. 3 good morning.... it's monday, january 4.i'm lauren elise.... 3 and i'm ben hill.. here with nicole papay and chris scott.