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Today's top headlines:
FIRST ALERT: Coastal flood warning now in effect for parts of Lowcountry
Bicyclist injured in early-morning Charleston hit-and-run
Victim identified in fatal crash involving pedestrian in Mount Pleasant
SLED charges man for selling alcohol without a license
SC State offering $10K reward for information on campus shootings
Dorchester County hosting free Adult Education Resource Fair for those in need
New St. John’s fire station to be built after years-long property agreement
New York Attorney General Letitia James charged in fraud case after pressure campaign by Trump
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THE TROPICS: Subtropical Storm Karen suddenly forms as Tropical Storm Jerry toils on
Israeli military says ceasefire agreement in Gaza has taken effect
US sending about 200 troops to Israel to help support and monitor ceasefire deal in Gaza
María Corina Machado of Venezuela wins the Nobel Peace Prize
Judge blocks National Guard deployment in Illinois for 2 weeks
Autism ‘highly likely’ linked to Tylenol and circumcision, RFK Jr. says
Troops will miss paychecks next week without action on the government shutdown
State representative in North Carolina charged with child sex crimes; party calls for him to ‘immediately resign’
Today's top headlines:
Charleston County deputies arrest man following pursuit with stolen vehicle
Williamsburg County man arrested for inappropriate, unlawful acts with minors
National Night Out bringing police and neighbors together across the Lowcountry
SC State cancels classes Tuesday after meeting with students
SC solicitors say death penalty not pursued lightly — or quickly
Lowcountry program assisting families ahead of federal cuts
Isle of Palms beachfront homes eroding from high tides raise resident concerns
Berkeley County schools to address overcrowding with new schools, redistricting
$10,000 reward offered for answers in unsolved St. George homicide
Flights delayed across US as government shutdown leads to air traffic staffing shortages
Today's top headlines:
Richland Co. man charged in connection with SC State shooting, coroner IDs victim
3 displaced in Williamsburg County house fire
3 hospitalized following reported Edisto Beach fire, SLED investigating
Gunmen kill two, injure 12 in a shootout in a crowd in Alabama capital city’s downtown
Isle of Palms Fire Department secures detached propane tank amidst high tides
Summerville seeks public input on new Azalea Park facility
Trump celebrates the Navy’s 250th anniversary in the midst of the shutdown
Government shutdown entering sixth day as Republicans and Democrats remain at an impasse
SNAP, WIC benefits at risk during government shutdown
Israel and Hamas prepare for talks in Egypt over possible Gaza ceasefire, release of hostages
Federal judge temporarily blocks Trump administration from sending National Guard troops to Oregon
Using helicopters and chemical agents, immigration agents become increasingly aggressive in Chicago
Here are your morning headlines for Friday:
2 die in Orangeburg County crash involving vehicle, moped
Charleston Police reopen several roads after suspicious package deemed safe
Summerville Police arrest suspect in house fire believed deliberately set
North Charleston hosting 2nd annual Hispanic Heritage Month celebration
Charleston Police search for man last seen more than 10 days ago
Argument leaves 1 dead, 1 injured in Johns Island shooting
North Charleston Police investigate shooting that sends 1 to hospital
St. George Rosenwald School continues to expand into a campus to tell its story
Government shutdown impacts largest flood insurance program
No progress on day 2 of federal government shutdown
This Day in History: Oct. 3, 1833: One of world’s longest railroads begins in Charleston
Here are your Thursday headlines:
Human remains found in Orangeburg County identified, deputies investigating
Man charged with possession of stolen gun during traffic stop in North Charleston
FIRST ALERT: Portion of I-95 reopens after Dorchester County chemical spill
City of North Charleston recognized by FEMA
Lowcountry Jewish community marks Yom Kippur with security, safety in mind
Charleston Police, nonprofits host event for Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Lowcountry reacts to what could be the country’s strictest abortion ban
Groups gather outside SC State House as hearing continues on abortion bill
School district sees fast improvements after cutting disciplinary board
President Trump’s pharmacy drug tariff begins, local experts explain impacts
Here are your Tuesday morning headlines:
THE TROPICS: Tropical Storm Imelda expected to become a hurricane Tuesday
North Charleston Police release statement on disturbance involving youth
Berkeley High School teacher accused of allegedly tattooing minor
Beaufort County deputy suspended, under internal investigation
Here’s what a government shutdown would mean in South Carolina
Here’s what a government shutdown would mean in South Carolina
Ex-SC lawmaker pleads guilty to distributing child sex abuse material
Moncks Corner Rural deputy fire chief dies in line of duty, officials confirm
2 SC gubernatorial candidates back death penalty for child rape in new act
SC environmental agency holds public hearing on Awendaw residential development
US government on brink of first shutdown in almost seven years amid partisan standoff in Congress
Marine veteran charged in deadly North Carolina waterfront bar shooting appears in court
Death toll from attack at Michigan church stays at 4 after police sweep charred ruins
This Day in History: Sept. 30, 1962: Riots erupt as 1st Black Ole Miss student registers
Here are your headlines for Monday:
THE TROPICS: Forecast tracks continue to keep Tropical Storm Imelda further from Lowcountry
Charleston County emergency response team slowing down storm preparations
Deputies confirm fatal collision on Edisto Island
Woman accused of bringing gun to Dorchester County school
Dead body found in American Airlines landing gear compartment at Charlotte airport
SCDPH approves early prescription refills due to potential tropical impact
This Day in History: Sept. 29, 1959: Hurricane Gracie makes landfall on SC coast
Suspect charged in NC waterfront bar shooting that killed 3, injured several
Gunman in truck smashes into Michigan church and opens fire, killing at least 4 and injuring 8
Morning headlines for Friday:
THE TROPICS: Humberto now a hurricane, next system to affect Lowcountry next weekSullivan’s Island beginning work on new flood prevention programHow Helene shaped SC utilities’ preparation, response to future stormsJohns Island breaks ground on first emergency center Troopers investigate fatal crash involving semi-truck, pedestrian in Beaufort Co.Alleged Murdaugh conspirator Russell Laffitte pleads guilty to several chargesNorth Charleston honors National Day of Remembrance for Homicide VictimsThis Day in History: Sept. 26, 1955: MUSC Hospital opens its doorsTown of Ravenel adding affordable housing, considered in county funding program
Today's top headlines:
Deputies charge 14-year-old Georgetown County student with making school threat
Claims of stolen money, cocaine use talks amid Lowcountry lawyers’ legal fight
Health engagement platform to establish operations in Charleston County
MUSC kicks off cancer research fundraiser for Lowvelo bike ride
Crashes prompt road improvement proposal in Summerville, SCDOT seeking input
Berkeley County receives $707K in opioid recovery funding for 9 organizations
Historic Charleston Foundation connects homeowners with tax credit resources
Multiple agencies, organizations in SC awarded more than $26M in grants
Today's top headlines:
Charleston’s homeless veterans receive help, hope at annual ‘Stand Down’ event
Mount Pleasant cuts ribbon on new Veterans Affairs Outpatient Clinic
Charleston County considers plastic bag ordinance amendment
Lowcountry doctor calls for more Tylenol research after link to autism claims
Judge denies bond for Sullivan’s Island man facing domestic violence charge
Why SC officials say license plate production helps reduce crime
Charleston City Council moves forward with its Medical District overlay zone proposal
Charleston International Airport opens 1st Global Entry enrollment center in SC
Judge orders Trump administration to restore $500 million in federal grant funding to UCLA
What Jimmy Kimmel said in his return from suspension over Charlie Kirk comments
Today's top headlines:
Man charged in armed carjacking, firing at officers during pursuit on Folly Beach
Attorney for former Charleston County judge files new motion for bond
Trump officials praise Charlie Kirk’s faith and his mark on the conservative movement
Trump praises Charlie Kirk as ‘great American hero’ and ‘martyr’ for freedom at memorial
Car seat checks keep children safe in SC for Child Passenger Safety Week
Charleston Animal Society offering free adoption for dogs over 1 year old
South Carolina Guard Soldiers return from D.C., officials confirm
Today's top headlines:
Police respond to reported shooting call at Goose Creek Walmart
North Charleston charge 3 youths in connection with Raising Cane’s shooting
Deputies charge 2 people in Dorchester County shooting
SC Highway Patrol investigating fatal collision in Orangeburg County
SCDOT almost at final design completion with Lowcountry Rapid Transit System
Bond denied for Charleston County judge facing child sex abuse material charge
Williamsburg County man denied bond twice in 2024 murder case
‘We want justice’: Kingstree family wants answers after Myrtle Beach man skips court
Mount Pleasant expo spotlights Lowcountry businesses, adds job fair in 15th year
Curriculum aims to teach students about SC’s pivotal role in American Revolution
Families facing autism waitlists push Lowcountry mothers to launch services
3 police officers killed and 2 injured in rural Pennsylvania shooting
Today's top headlines:
Georgetown man accused of hitting a group of people with his truck, firing gun
Family of missing Charleston firefighter abroad calls for publicity in case
‘Operation Keep Us Safe’ to target drivers who don’t move over for blue lights
Additional charges filed against woman in North Charleston corruption case
Dorchester County considers affordable workforce housing plan
Johns Island residents push back as County considers new rezoning proposal
Row for Recovery campaign helps young adults row towards mental health awareness
Charleston County leaders to deny zoning request amid surge in developments
Dorchester School District 2 helps celebrate adult education and family literacy
Suspect in Charlie Kirk shooting likely to face charges Tuesday before first court hearing
Today's top headlines:
Man arrested after deadly North Charleston shooting
Deputies: Teacher charged with sexual battery of student in Spartanburg County
Officials, community members gather for Charlie Kirk vigil in Summerville
Charleston seeking input on historic preservation of African American heritage
Trump says he’ll send National Guard to Memphis, escalating his use of troops in US cities
Week Ahead in Washington
Today's top headlines:
Georgetown Police respond to reported shooting
Mount Pleasant home burglary suspect in custody, police say
Family reports James Island fire engineer missing on vacation in Bali
Charleston area to honor 9/11 heroes with 5K run
Redevelopment of Summerville’s 500 N. Main St. moves forward despite opposition
State law enforcement agencies attend child fatality training in Berkeley County
Officials continue search for person who assassinated Charlie Kirk on Utah college campus
Charlie Kirk’s shooting death exposes security gaps at political events
Trump draws cheers and boos while marking 9/11 by attending a New York Yankees game
FBI: Surveillance video shows shooter jump off roof, run away after Charlie Kirk shooting
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Today's top headlines:
2021 North Charleston murder trial delayed by legal, logistical arguments
Taco Boy dropped from lawsuit in Folly Beach crash that killed newlywed
Trident United Way opens new resource center in North Charleston
Deputies charge Summerville man in May Charleston County killing
James Island flood-prone road to see drainage improvements in new construction
‘There’s a better way’: Lowcountry groups concerned over SNAP restrictions
City of Folly Beach officially offering police officer retirement to firefighters
As Cainhoy grows, Point Hope’s next development phase faces approval
US Space Force Chief of Space Operations gives address at The Citadel
Today's top headlines:
Charleston Police respond to reported gunshots fired at apartment complex
Police arrest, charge man in Bluffton shooting discovered through welfare check
Charleston deputies: Weekend motorcycle chase reached speeds above 125 mph
Woman paid $15k after alleging violent assault by North Charleston Police
State trooper released from hospital after being hit by suspected DUI driver on I-77
Zoning overlay moves forward in historical Ten Mile Community
Charleston Co. working to amend unincorporated area firearm discharge ordinance
City seeking community input on downtown Charleston zoning change for MUSC
DD2 highlights assessment performance at meeting, aligns with goals for the year
Charleston officials working to expand the Battery, protect it from weather
New Chicago immigration operation prompts confusion as city braces for federal intervention
Supreme Court lifts restrictions on LA immigration stops set after agents swept up US citizens
More to know:
SC health department reports 3rd case of measles in state this year
Charleston County Public Library launches new Youth Library Cards
Chief justice lets Trump remove member of Federal Trade Commission for now
Appeals court upholds E. Jean Carroll’s $83.3 million defamation judgment against President Trump
‘Wonderful secret’: Democrats release suggestive letter to Epstein from Trump, which he denies writing
Justice Department talks about banning transgender gun owners spark fury across political spectrum
Today's top headlines:
Police seeking answers after deadly Beaufort shooting
Search for suspects continues six years after James Island teen found dead
State trooper released from hospital after being hit by suspected DUI driver on I-77
South Carolina health officials expand resources for Sickle Cell Awareness Month
Tanger Outlets Charleston celebrates new renovations with free events
Students explore potential opportunities at ‘Service Academy Day 2025’
South Korea to bring home 300 workers detained in massive Hyundai plant raid in Georgia
Trump’s US Open visit sparks boos and long security lines
Powerball lottery players in Missouri and Texas to split $1.8 billion jackpot
Charleston high school graduate named Miss America’s Teen 2026
Today's top headlines:
Troopers investigate deadly Orangeburg County single-vehicle collision
Bluffton welfare check leads to shooting investigation
‘Game changer’: Cosgrove Avenue overpass extension opens with pedestrian bridge
MUSC College of Nursing launches new center with focus on behavioral health
Owner proposes demo of downtown Charleston building
Charleston road safety project nears end after 2024 deaths of 2 college students
Palmetto Excel Center pushes to stay open amidst funding concerns
Gov. McMaster seeks to ban buying candy, unhealthy drinks with SNAP benefits
Gov. McMaster submits filing to intervene in SC restraining order against DOJ
Kennedy tries to defend COVID-19 vaccine stance in raucous Senate hearing
Today's top headlines:
North Charleston Police accuse man of arranging 2020 murder from federal prison
Police ID carjacking suspect after chase ends in crash in Summerville
North Charleston Police, Sumter County deputies investigate double homicide
Berkeley County community members call road project updates ‘a blessing’
New Dorchester School District 2 program working to retain bus drivers
SC launches community pathway to prevent need for foster care entry
MUSC breaking ground on new Nexton hospital and cancer center
Charleston Co. detention center passes American Correctional Association audit
City of Charleston invites public to discuss future of major one-way streets
Hundreds of HHS employees call on RFK Jr. to resign
Today's top headlines:
Summerville Police investigate shooting of child outside apartment complex
Berkeley County hospital expands cardiovascular services with new facility
Summerville Miracle League Field to receive new addition
Dorchester Co. applying for $750K grant for Dorchester Manor sidewalk project
Charleston County schools expand multilingual services, adds new food pantry
SC leaders ask Supreme Court to weigh in on school bathrooms law
North Charleston man facing weapons charges in connection to police chase
Berkeley Co. working with Lowcountry employers to launch careers at annual expo
House committee releases some Justice Department files in Epstein case, but most already public
Trump cannot use Alien Enemies Act to deport members of Venezuelan gang, appeals court rules
Trump says he will order federal intervention in Chicago and Baltimore despite local opposition
Judge rules Trump administration broke law in deploying National Guard soldiers to LA this summer
Today's top headlines:
Summerville shooting sends small child to hospital
Expanded reading program closing literacy gaps in Charleston County classrooms
Phones down! South Carolina’s new hands-free driving law takes effect
Museum hosts Labor Day family-friendly ‘Vibes on the Yard’ community event
Museum emphasizes funding and Black history amidst federal budget cuts
SC lawmaker wants to ensure paid leave covers stillbirths for grieving families
Volunteers help ensure a clean Folly Beach for Labor Day
‘It is slower’: Local businesses see shift after holiday weekend
Berkeley County seeks input on hazard mitigation plan, focuses on flooding
Today's top headlines:
Labor Day weekend has arrived. What to know about the holiday
Tips to stay safe on Labor Day
Taking a dip Labor Day weekend? Swimmers face fecal contamination at beaches along US coastline
CARTA wraps up its fifth season of free Beach Reach Shuttle Service
SC’s hands-free driving law now in effect
Coroner identifies driver killed in attempted escape from law enforcement
Man arrested in connection with Georgetown shooting
More ICE resources are heading to Chicago for immigration crackdown, Noem says
Chicago mayor defies Trump’s immigration crackdown plan for the city
Trump suggests more US cities need National Guard but crime stats tell a different story
Today's top headlines:
18 dogs abandoned near Goose Creek intersection, $2,500 reward for information
4th person charged in January 2024 Beaufort County killing
Charleston County deputies remind public of Narcan stands after overdose spike
MUSC researchers studying a pill showing promise to help quit vaping
Police say Minneapolis church shooter was filled with hatred and admired mass killers
Charleston Waterkeeper warns of elevated bacteria ahead of Labor Day weekend
Lowcountry Heat Action Plan reveals Charleston’s vulnerability to heat
Today's top headlines:
SLED charges Beaufort County man with dog fighting, ill treatment of animals
Student detained after gun found on high school campus in Beaufort, deputies say
Report: Man told North Charleston Police he was attacked by 3 men, shot at
2 children killed, 17 other people injured in shooting at a Minneapolis Catholic school
Hundreds honor 2 children killed and 17 people wounded in shooting at a Minneapolis Catholic school
What we know about the shooter who killed 2 and wounded 17 at a Minneapolis Catholic school
Charleston County fails to pass hate intimidation ordinance
‘Protect a life’: Dorchester County deputies speed checking on new road
West Ashley neighborhood proposal could add 700 new homes — and new headaches
Dorchester County reveals first draft of its 15-year community vision plan
Dorchester County, Summerville YMCA break ground on $12M sports complex
Today's top headlines:
Dorchester County launches online meetings on trail expansion
‘Light the Way for Hope’ event honors and remembers overdose victims
‘A safe place to be you’: New safe house opens for abuse victims
Berkeley County to invest $15,000 in community pet microchip scanner stations
Suspect charged in multiple vehicle break-ins, stolen vehicle in Dorchester Co.
Spate of hoax calls about active shooters stir fear at college campuses around the US
South Carolina grant funding on chopping block over ‘gender ideology’ in sex ed
$4.8M renovation ends; historic Alhambra Hall to reopen in Mount Pleasant
Some FEMA staff put on leave after signing letter warning of Hurricane Katrina-type failures
Today's top headlines:
MUSC’s proposed ‘Innovation District’ could transform downtown Charleston
‘What you bring in also has to go out’: Dorchester Co. discusses new flood plan
Officials: USC was target of ‘swatting hoax’
California man sentenced to 50 years in prison for March Summerville kidnapping
Man facing 11 charges after fight, deadly chase, Berkeley County deputies say
Lowcountry agencies, organizations team up to fight opioid epidemic
North Charleston to build new softball field for high school team
Trump says he’s firing Fed Governor Lisa Cook, opening new front in fight for central bank control
Trump moves to ban flag burning despite Supreme Court ruling that Constitution allows it
Here are your morning headlines for Monday:
Charleston leaders respond to complaints about office space plansWestbound lanes of I-26 reopen after deadly overnight crashALL CLEAR: No serious injuries, no shots fired at USC campusYouth arrested after police chase ends with crash in Georgetown CountyCoroner identifies victim in Moncks Corner rear-end collision2 wanted for theft cases in Colleton, Beaufort Counties arrested after chaseSeveral families displaced after heavy flooding damaged Summerville apartments
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Today's top headlines:
Williamsburg County deputies arrest, charge man for May shooting in Kingstree
SLED investigating death of Williamsburg County inmate at area hospital
Judge removes Mace’s name from defamation lawsuit, dismisses case
Man sentenced in mass shooting that killed 14-year-old girl
SC trooper killed in Orangeburg Crash laid to rest in Columbia
Dorchester County invests $300K in new firefighter gear to reduce cancer risk
Lowcountry nonprofit launches dog safety program for children
Trump calls on Federal Reserve official to resign after official accuses her of mortgage fraud
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Today's top headlines:
Lowcountry vets urge pet parents to keep animals in mind during hurricane season
Georgetown County Detention Center inmate dies at area hospital, deputies say
North Charleston Police detain 2 in shooting that sent man to hospital
Charleston Harbor Deepening Project gets final $21 million in federal funds
Charleston County begins training sessions for Voter Ambassador Program
Orangeburg County becomes second in state to pass hate crime ordinance
Dorchester County school launches state’s first all-girls robotics team
CSU unveils newly-completed $5M dining hall renovation
How Charleston schools are fighting the problem of flooding
Trump urges direct talks between Putin and Zelenskyy, says war can reach endgame within weeks
Today's top headlines:
Clemson University football, basketball player arrested for DUI, police say
Traffic stop leads to drug bust in Orangeburg County, officials say
Deputies seeking information after St. Helena Island shooting
Coroner identifies woman killed in Berkeley County crash
McMaster orders SC National Guard troops to DC
‘Dangerous and irresponsible:’ South Carolina Democrats condemn SC National Guard deployment to DC
SCDNR to remove 120-foot former U.S. Navy vessel from Bohicket Creek
Disposable cameras making comeback in Lowcountry schools amid cellphone ban
Democratic candidate for Senate Brandon Brown holds first campaign event
US envoy says Putin agreed to security protections for Ukraine as part of Trump summit
European leaders to join Ukraine’s Zelenskyy for White House meeting with Trump
Today's top headlines:
Summerville man facing child sexual abuse material charges
McLeod answers calls to end SC governor’s campaign after arrest video release
State rests case against Charleston man accused of cousin’s death
Federal court denies new trial motion for convicted Charleston church shooter
North Charleston Police report dip in violent crime rates
1,000 boxes, 1 legacy: Lowcountry law enforcement event to honor late chief
North Charleston leaders consider draft of 5-year review for comprehensive plan
Texas Democrats set plan to end nearly 2-week walkout over Republicans’ redraw of US House maps
National Guard deploys on the streets of Washington
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Morning, Y'all! is heading back to school with the Live 5 News This Morning crew! Also, your top stories and First Alert Weather forecast! For all these stories and more, head over to live5news.com!
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Today's top headlines:
Judge sentences man to 15 years for sex crimes involving a minor
2 Orangeburg County suspects face several charges following a traffic stop
Environmental groups enforce heated wastewater protections for North Santee River
Dangerous stretch of US Highway 17A to get safety improvements
6 soldiers who subdued Fort Stewart shooter awarded medals
Charleston County schools emphasize student safety as immigration fears rise
Today's top headlines:
Dorchester District 4 launches competitive esports club at middle, high school
Charleston County School District to start school fully staffed
Series of renovations come to Dorchester District 4 schools for 2025-2026 year
Motorcyclist killed in Berkeley County crash on College Park Road, troopers say
SLED requested to investigate inmate death at Colleton County Detention Center
All 5 soldiers shot at Fort Stewart expected to survive, fellow soldier in custody
Trump’s broad tariffs go into effect, just as economic pain is surfacing
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Today's top headlines:
DD2 cellphone ban credited with boosting student interaction, reducing fights
Berkeley County School District presents $118 million capital budget
Charleston Co. School District leader breaks down updates for new school year
Berkeley County deputies investigate deadly shooting in Summerville
Georgetown County deputies, fire crews responding to residential fire, 1 dead
Trial for 2022 double murder to begin in Georgetown County
‘We don’t want it’: Community against CofC’s plans for former YWCA
Abandoned boats removed, thousands of pounds of waste cleared in Georgetown
Families invited to learn about adoption, fostering at free Charleston event
Democrats prevent Texas House from moving forward with Trump-backed congressional map
‘This is a war’ Texas Democrats seek refuge in New York amid gerrymandering fight
Texas governor threatens to remove Democrats who left the state over Trump-backed redistricting
California could slash 5 GOP US House seats to counter Texas’ move to pad Republican margin
Today's top headlines:
Colleton County students back in the classroom for first day of school
Final day of tax-free weekend brings out hundreds of shoppers across SC
Lowcountry Rep. Nancy Mace announces run for South Carolina Governor
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Sinkhole reported on Berkeley County road, officials say
Final day of tax-free weekend brings out hundreds of shoppers across SC
Dorchester County deputies investigating death in Harleyville
Charleston County deputies searching for missing 18-year-old
Orangeburg County coroner identifies person killed in shooting
Boyz to Men conference provides boys with a safe space for eighth year in a row
Texas Democrats flee state to block vote on redrawn House maps sought by Trump
The bodies of all 5 miners are found and identified in copper mine after collapse
Here’s how the Trump tariffs may effect the economy
Things to know about the Corporation for Public Broadcasting and its funding cuts
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Today's top headlines:
‘Dear to my heart’: Georgetown native starts first full year as district’s superintendent
Williamsburg County School Board continues first search for Superintendent
Georgetown County leaders abandon potential surf fishing ban
New year brings vape-free policy, safety reforms to Georgetown County schools
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School’s back in—on a Friday? Georgetown County students head back to class
Hemingway Elementary students receiving new laptops for the upcoming school year
Lowcountry businesses sued for hiring man accused of killing employee with machete
‘Prepare for the worst’: Tri-County agencies practice active shooter training
Federal funding brings Fiber Internet to 1,000 on Edisto Island
SC industrial hemp growers face problems with processing
Charleston stormwater billing system changes next year
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Today's top headlines:
Berkeley Chamber to hold listening sessions to address new business challenges
James Island man sentenced to prison after pleading guilty to assault, stalking
Man sentenced to prison for leaving scene after deadly I-26 crash in 2021
‘Wrongfully arrested’ Charleston County man gets $75K state payout
Charleston Police cruiser hit by car; I-26 westbound reopens
CofC police officer needs a kidney after losing both of his to cancer
Teachers’ Supply Closet hosts grand opening for new North Charleston location
St. Stephen to receive another $500K to restore contaminated sites
Proposed Mount Pleasant development could add shops, restaurants near busy road
Today's top headlines:
Charleston schools address past bus safety failures with new app, staff changes
Charleston Police ask for clues in West Ashley double shooting
2 brothers face more drug charges in Orangeburg County after arrest last month
Man identified as Murdaugh drug dealer sentenced after guilty pleas
Berkeley County School District to offer free meals for students at 32 schools
Dorchester School District 2, superintendent discusses upcoming school year goals
SC expert advocates for plans to prevent concussions as school year approaches
Dorchester County leaders investing over $400K for opioid abatement resources
Women volunteers build home for Charleston-area mother
Gunman kills 4, including police officer, in shooting at New York City office tower
Today's top headlines:
Number of tick-related illnesses in Lowcountry are highest in SC, experts warn
Troopers investigate deadly single-vehicle crash near Summerville
1 dies in head-on crash involving ambulance in Dorchester County
Several fire crews battle a Johns Island structure fire
Authorities seek to file terrorism and assault charges against suspect in Walmart knife attack
Rep. Ralph Norman enters 2026 race for SC governor
‘Banned Together’ documentary features three Beaufort County students
Hundreds participate in Charleston Sprint Triathlon Series
21st annual Sweetgrass Festival teaches traditions, fosters culture
US-EU deal sets a 15% tariff on most goods and averts the threat of a trade war with a global shock
Today's top headlines:
Charleston Police shoot, kill suspect’s dog while arresting man in West Ashley
North Charleston officer involved in videotaped Circle K interaction demoted
Dorchester County $1M grant expanding water services to North Charleston homes
South Carolina jobs to be filled by heroes for National Hire a Veteran Day
Judge approves $944k settlement against Lowcountry aluminum plant
‘Unthinkable’: 12-year-old dies after contracting brain-eating amoeba in lake, family says
Charleston County School District identifies 14 schools for need based investment
Some Charleston County School District schools requiring clear backpacks
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Today's top headlines:
Medical device manufacturer to hire nearly 100 at North Charleston job fair
SCHP: Fatal multi-vehicle collision shut down portion of I-95 in Colleton County
SCDNR arrests man in connection with abandoned vessel in Bohicket Creek
New 120-home and golf course development could be built on Johns Island
‘A long time coming’: Superintendent search begins in Williamsburg County
New school year starts with student cellphone ban in effect across SC
Charleston County leaders approve millions in funds towards rural road projects
Angel Oak Park project nationally recognized for preservation efforts
Nursing a new future: University of SC opening path for nurses with disabilities
House ending session early as Republicans clash over Epstein vote
Trump announces trade deal with Japan that lowers threatened tariff to 15%
Today's top headlines:
Charleston County to move forward with iconic East Bay Street sidewalk project
Isle of Palms considers study to improve traffic on island and connector
Norfolk Southern to close North Charleston rail crossing for maintenance
Another $200M to pay for bridge fixes across South Carolina
No arrests confirmed in North Charleston triple shooting
Police arrest 5 in North Charleston hotel, motel sweep
‘This is uncalled for’: Service dog hit by vehicle after police encounter
MUSC Hollings Cancer Center to expand key programs with $100K grant
Kingstree considers updated youth curfew following multiple violent crimes
Lincolnville community hears from Graham seat race candidates in senatorial forum
Today's top headlines:
Nonprofit tackles summer literacy slide with volunteer tutors in Charleston
Beaufort County driver killed when car strikes tree in early-morning crash
1 dead, 2 hurt in 4-vehicle I-95 crash in Dorchester County
One dead after late night Beaufort County shooting
Police investigating deadly North Charleston shooting
Lowcountry group hosts autism awareness, advocacy event at Charleston library
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Trump threatens to hold up stadium deal if Washington Commanders don’t switch back to Redskins
Today's top headlines:
Clinic to release diabetes study and statistics for Tri-County area
A lifesaving gift: North Charleston Police officer gives thanks to unexpected hero
Proposed $113k grant to fund mental health sessions for Charleston Co. jail staff
Dorchester County officials break ground on new EMS facility
Former Berkeley County superintendent gets thousands from state after lawsuit
Court filing targets Mace, alleged sexual assault victim in legal battle
Orangeburg residents share input in SCDOT I-26 widening project
Kentucky governor offers road map for how Democrats win in SC
House gives final approval to Trump’s $9 billion cut to public broadcasting and foreign aid
Trump mired in Epstein controversy as Wall Street Journal reports on 2003 letter
Trump administration hands over nation’s Medicaid enrollee data, including addresses, to ICE
Trump diagnosed with vein condition after noticing swelling in legs
Today's top headlines:
Community cleanup set to kick off downtown Charleston Lowline Park Project
North Charleston Police officer on leave after youth detained at gas station
Berkeley County inmate charged after attack on detention deputy caught on video
Colleton County inmate recaptured after assaulting corrections officer, escaped
North Charleston woman indicted in tax fraud investigation
Eagle Creek residents see update in Dorchester Co. flood risk management study
SC schools can hire noncertified teachers under new law
City of Charleston approves design, engineering budget for 2 new rec centers
Senate passes $9 billion in spending cuts to public broadcasting, foreign aid requested by Trump
Today's top headlines:
Nonprofit to provide utility bill assistance to low-income Tri-County residents
2 teens charged in Dorchester County shooting at grocery store
Man died trying to save swimmers in distress off Pawleys Island, police say
Charleston County considers location for new landfill
Charleston Lowline project progresses with phase one, construction approval
City of Charleston leaders aiming to restore downtown creek, relieve flooding
‘Double-edged sword’: Dorchester County raises EMS service fee
USDA issues official warning against Beaufort County facility in monkey deaths
South Carolina governor’s race promises crowded primary
The tariff-driven inflation that economists feared begins to emerge
Today's top headlines:
SLED investigating officer-involved shooting at North Charleston Walmart
Fire crews respond to structure fire in Goose Creek
Man, 18, says he was shot near Georgetown County convenience store
Man arrested, charged after victim robbed behind gas station in North Charleston
Supreme Court allows Trump to lay off nearly 1,400 Education Department employees
North Charleston Police investigating after woman shot at while driving
Families form forever bond after woman clinging to tree rescued during Texas flooding
Flames tear through assisted-living facility in Massachusetts, killing 9 and trapping residents
Environmental group, residents share concerns for potential Awendaw home build
Charleston International Airport breaks ground on $100 million expansion
Dorchester County holding public meeting on major road-widening project
City of Charleston plans for new pedestrian bridge on Daniel Island
Trump threatens Russia with tariffs if war on Ukraine isn’t resolved within 50 days
Tomato prices could jump this week amid tariff turmoil
Here are your Monday morning headlines:
Berkeley County hospital to open new expanded emergency roomDeputies arrest Pawleys Island man accused of firing gun, fleeing from themCrews recover body from water off Pawleys IslandGeorgetown County convenience store shooting hospitalizes 2 peopleSC lieutenant governor to make ‘major announcement’ in UpstateLawsuit against SC senator running for governor claims $2 million fraudSen. Graham hosts Israel briefing, pushes to give them more defensive weaponsThis Day in History: July 14, 1822: Vesey plans rebellion
Today's top headlines:
Hundreds pedal across South Carolina to end Alzheimer’s disease
Potential illegal oil dumping in North Charleston sparks resident concern
Free EMS training now offered to under-resourced agencies across SC
Passage of One Big Beautiful Bill threatens rural health care
Central Berkeley Fire crews respond to house fire caused by lightning
Andrews mobile home community without water after owner owes $150K worth of bills
SC leaders hope failed, multi-billion-dollar nuclear project could get new life
Mourning begins in Texas where more than 170 are still missing from flash floods
Texas officials are trying to figure out who’s really missing from the floods
State Department tells staffers that layoff notices are coming soon
Freed from ICE detention, Mahmoud Khalil files $20 million claim against Trump administration
Today's top headlines:
Lowcountry organizations to build oyster reefs to protect Tri-County waterways
Kingstree company announces $3 million expansion plan
Nonprofit raises income limit for affordable housing in Georgetown County
Dog injured after North Charleston Police stop man they believed was wanted
911 call details Berkeley Co. jet ski rescue, grandma allegedly changed story
Health department confirms 1st SC measles case of the year
Charleston County leaders discuss new ideas for transportation sales tax
Citing crime report, atty. general calls for ban of cell phones in SC prisons
Trump tariffs goods from Brazil at 50% as he sends out tariff letters to more countries
Harrowing stories of rescue emerge from Texas floods as crews search for over 160 reported missing
Today's top headlines:
North Charleston nonprofit boosts literacy, family engagement with resource fair
New center providing life-saving resources, training opens in Goose Creek
Shem Creek bike lane project wrapping up after 9 years
4 indicted in Charleston-area sex trafficking case; Search on for more victims
2 arrested after Beaufort County deputies seize drugs, guns in home searches
Troopers investigate fatal crash in Orangeburg County
SC health department launches mobile health clinics across state
Myrtle Beach man featured in ‘Tiger King’ sentenced to 1 year in federal prison
Texas governor says more than 160 people are still missing after deadly floods
Texas inspectors approved Camp Mystic’s disaster plan 2 days before deadly flood, records show
Today's top headlines:
Charleston County advances new Highway 41 plan amid pushback from Mount Pleasant
New report puts dollar figure on impact of infrastructure spending in SC
Man arrested in connection with shooting that injured woman in Georgetown County
Man arrested in connection with fatal shooting in Andrews, 1 dead
Death toll from catastrophic flooding in Texas over July Fourth weekend surpasses 100
Coast Guard rescue swimmer credited with evacuating 169 people during Texas floods
Annexation and zoning requested for 180-unit apartment development in Summerville
Charleston Water System warns of rate hikes for customers
‘Just pay the bill’: Customers ask for reimbursement for contaminated gas
Berkeley Co. School District discusses new student mental health support center
Epstein ‘client list’ doesn’t exist, Justice Department says, walking back theory Bondi had promoted
Today's top headlines:
Death toll in central Texas flash floods rises to 82 as sheriff says 10 campers remain missing
A young Alabama student, a grandparent and a camp director among those killed in Texas floods
Bicyclist killed in Beaufort County hit-and-run
One dead after Beaufort County pedestrian crash
Community Resource Center builds community through Charleston County field trips
Bond granted to man facing 35 charges in Charleston reckless driving case
Costco recalls nearly a dozen products, urges customers to stop using them
New details emerge on Gaza ceasefire proposal as Netanyahu heads to the White House
Musk said he’s forming a new political party after split with Trump over tax cuts law
Today's top headlines:
Here are a few options to celebrate the Fourth of July in the Lowcountry
‘We were at a tipping point’: How businesses prepare for new liquor liability law
Restaurant owners fight back against ShrimpGate claims
How vacancies compare across Lowcountry law enforcement agencies
Charleston man charged with shoplifting, accused of impersonating an officer
Canceled Folly Beach fireworks leave some searching for new plans
House gives final approval to Trump’s big tax bill and sends it to him to sign
Trump kicks off a yearlong celebration of America’s 250th anniversary with event in Iowa
Trump wants to celebrate 250 years of independence with UFC fight at White House
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Suspect at large after Colleton and Dorchester County deputies, K-9s search area
Charleston Fire Department urges public to check firework rules ahead of holiday
Tariffs disrupt fireworks industry, threaten supply for New Year’s Eve
‘We deserve better’: Kingstree residents protest against gun violence
32 unidentified bodies remain in Charleston County
Coroner identifies victim of fatal traffic incident in Berkeley County
Dorchester County coroner identifies child who died in drowning incident
‘Trust the dog’: Lowcountry K9 investigators find hidden electronic evidence
Man arrested in connection with bank robbery in West Ashley, police say
SC shrimpers group names 25 restaurants accused of ‘shrimp fraud’
Your morning headlines for Monday:
Mount Pleasant to cut ribbon on Pitt Streete pedestrian safety improvementsMount Pleasant prepares for multi-million dollar future flood impacts Former detention center transforms into healthcare facility in rural communityColleton County deputies investigating overnight weekend shootingCoroner identifies victims in deadly shooting at Kingstree apartment complexNorth Charleston Police investigating shooting outside of barFather sues Berkeley Co. School District, Sheriff’s Office for negligence Student-led nonprofit restores local nursing home gardenVoting begins for South Carolina Highway Patrol in national calendar contest
Morning headlines for Monday:
Check your tires before you hit the road for the holiday weekend, experts warn2 dead, 2 wounded in Kingstree shooting, police chief confirmsDeputies searching for missing Orangeburg County womanSkull Creek boating accident kills 2 people, injures 2 othersNorth Charleston church hosts fireworks show for thousandsGunman started Idaho blaze then fatally shot 2 firefighters in ambush sniper attack, officials saySenate Republicans are in a sprint on Trump’s big bill after a weekend of setbacksSC gas prices fall slightly ahead of July 4 holiday weekend
Today's top headlines:
Efforts underway to turn Kingstree into a business hub
3 arrested, charged in May convenience store shooting in Williamsburg County
‘Aspiring influencer’ facing 35 charges in Charleston reckless driving case
10-animal neglect case adds to Orangeburg shelter overcrowding issue; how to help
‘It’s heartbreaking’: A Lowcountry staple closes its doors after 3 decades
Ronald McDonald House breaks ground on expansion project in downtown Charleston
Pres. Trump pushes GOP senators to pass his massive agenda bill
Pentagon leaders cite military tactics to show destruction from US attacks on Iran
McMaster reacts to Supreme Court ruling on Planned Parenthood Medicaid funding
Today's top headlines:
Charleston County School District board votes to grant its members a raise
2 Lowcountry school districts pass budgets, teacher pay raises at the forefront
Amazon opens Summerville facility bringing same-day delivery to the Lowcountry
North Charleston Police charge man accused of threatening to kill officers
Charleston man charged with sexual exploitation of a minor, extortion
More teens charged after 10 shot at Juneteenth celebration
Fiancée of man killed in Georgetown County coal mound collapse files lawsuit
North Charleston Police hold community event for Gun Violence Awareness Month
Speaker Johnson says House may work through July 4 to pass ‘big, beautiful bill’
Sen. Thune sees trajectory for “BBB” vote before the weekend
Trump officials to give first classified briefing to Congress on Iran strikes
Trump grapples for upper hand in debate over damage caused by US strikes on Iran
Trump says US and Iranian officials will talk next week as ceasefire holds
Today's top headlines:
Fragile ceasefire appears to hold between Israel and Iran. Trump vents frustration with both sides
Colleton County deputies searching for man missing since 2024
Youth surrenders to deputies in Williamsburg County murder investigation
Charleston Police prepare to enforce nighttime curfew for teens
North Charleston nonprofit renovating homes for homeless veterans
Charleston County leaders approve Johns Island golf course, neighborhood project
Charleston County Council passes resolution to oppose offshore drilling
Dorchester County School District 2 increases salaries for teachers, staff
Dorchester County teacher seeks learning tools to promote STEAM in school
North Charleston-area rehab facility faces new lawsuit
International Paper gives update on sale of shuttered paper mill
Today's top headlines:
Trump announces a ceasefire in Iran-Israel war, but status remains unclear as Iran fires missiles
Iran’s military denies firing missiles at Israel after ceasefire started
2 arrested after deputies discover neglected dogs in Berkeley County
North Charleston Police charge 18-year-old after chase in stolen vehicle
Club owner charged following North Charleston shooting
Colleton County Sheriff’s Office, NAACP division working to reduce violence
Abandoned boats posing safety, environmental risk removed from Charleston waterways
SC State launches program to support high schoolers transitioning to college
SC attorney general announces run for governor
Republican Upstate senator announces run for governor
Today's top headlines:
Oil flip-flops and shares are mixed after the US strikes Iranian nuclear sites
Alarm grows after the US inserts itself into Israel’s war against Iran with strikes on nuclear sites
Iran reports a new attack at Fordo nuclear site, Tehran prison as it launches more strikes on Israel
Troopers investigate after one killed in Georgetown County crash
Beaufort County man arrested, charged with murder in 2023 missing persons case
Coroner identifies victim after 1 dead, 9 injured in Upstate neighborhood shooting
Big fish, big cheers: Charleston Cobia Cup hooks anglers and crowd on Shem Creek
New partnership to increase college-level coursework for Charleston students
Lowcountry community honors black historic cemetery
Hundreds participate in 5th Annual Charleston Memorial Stair Climb
Lowcountry historic community celebrates Juneteenth
Today's top headlines:
North Charleston event honors 9/11, Lowcountry first responders with stair climb
Several organizations to host 3K Run/Walk for Public Safety event in N. Charleston
Woman arrested after incident with Charleston parking enforcement officer
Berkeley County man faces 11 charges of child sexual abuse material
Orangeburg County coroner identifies pedestrian killed in crash
SC to receive $100K grant to support ICAC team members, child victims
Downtown Charleston block party celebrates Juneteenth history
Berkeley County animal shelter calls for emergency moratorium
Fishermen pushing for state control of offshore fisheries in SC
Today's top headlines:
A guide to what the Juneteenth holiday is and how to celebrate it
Charleston plantation honors the legacies of those enslaved for Juneteenth
Out-of-state teen killed in tree crash that caught car on fire in Colleton Co.
2 arrested after security breach at Charleston Airport being held for ICE agents
Dorchester County deputies arrest man following pursuit with stolen vehicle
Charleston Police arrest employee in stabbing incident that hospitalized 1
Firefighters pay tribute to Charleston 9 on 18th anniversary of fire
‘Unreal’: Lowcountry teen’s recovery after being impaled in chest
Hilton Head Island Fire Rescue responds to reported shark bite incident, patient airlifted to Savannah
South Carolinians’ electric bills could go up more often under new law
Federal Reserve leaves its key rate unchanged; Trump criticizes Powell for not cutting rates
Today's top headlines:
18 years later, firefighters are still standing watch to honor the Charleston 9
Firefighters, community pause to honor Charleston 9, mark 18 years since fire
‘An unusual remedy’: Judge drops case against Summerville jeweler charged in wife’s death
Suspect evades capture after pursuit ends in Mount Pleasant, officials say
2 arrested after security breach at Charleston Airport
Emanuel 9 Memorial Foundation holds commemoration event, gives updates on project
Alan Wilson, South Carolina’s longtime AG, set to enter 2026 governor’s race
U.S. Rep. Mace reintroduces bill to defend rape and sexual assault survivors
‘He got stupid’: Orangeburg County sheriff describes shooting suspect’s arrest
Today's top headlines:
Tuesday marks 10 years since Charleston church shooting
Program honoring the late Rev. Clementa Pinckney shapes new leaders every year
‘There’s a lot to be done’: Working toward change a decade after deadly mass shooting
Why hasn’t SC enacted hate crimes law 10 years after Mother Emanuel?
Multiple crews respond to active fire at landfill in West Ashley
Deputies arrest man wanted in Orangeburg mass shooting
Palmetto Commerce Interchange project ahead of schedule, officials say
Opening statements expected as Summerville jeweler goes on trial in wife’s death
High-profile retrial estimated to cost Berkeley County more than $16,000
Minnesota shooting suspect had dozens of potential targets, prosecutors say
Today's top headlines:
Nonprofit opens North Charleston boarding home for vulnerable adults
North Charleston Police investigating after ‘targeted shooting’ injures three
Charleston Police charge teen after downtown shooting that injured two
Man suspected of shooting 2 Minnesota lawmakers in custody after surrendering to police
Hundreds gather in Charleston for ‘No Kings’ Protest
Day 2 of the ‘No Kings’ protests continue in downtown Charleston
Israel and Iran trade strikes for a third day, threaten more to come as death toll climbs
Trump says Israel-Iran will come to deal ‘soon’ and warns Tehran against retaliating against US
Today's top headlines:
Developer speaks on lawsuit against James Island, eminent domain controversy
Community leaders discuss change after Mother Emanuel AME Shooting
Isle of Palms visitors with mobility limitations see new free accessibility tool
Coroner identifies elderly man killed in Moncks Corner crash
SLED clears Colleton County officers of wrongdoing in Ruby Tuesday shooting
Residents decry Boeing construction traffic
James Island IHOP permanently closed following health code violations
‘I’m so sick of him’: Reward doubled in search for Orangeburg Co. shooting suspect
SC lawmaker facing federal child sex abuse material charges will stay in jail
Judge rules SC death row inmate’s execution will not be halted
Appeals court temporarily blocks judge’s ruling to return control of National Guard to California
Homeland Security secretary pledges to carry on with Trump’s immigration crackdown
Today's top headlines:
North Charleston gets library for foster children via county library partnership
Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette visits Lowcountry to discuss energy, education, taxes
Town of Mount Pleasant, community addresses concerns of e-bikes
Orangeburg County deputies searching for 2 suspects in armed home invasion
Off-duty Charleston County deputy stops robbery suspect at Northwoods Mall
Georgetown County deputies warn public of new scam phone call circulating
Berkeley County Coroner will bury 2 unidentified victims after year-long efforts
Judge rules SC death row inmate’s execution will not be halted
Experts say SC’s disproportionately high insurance fraud rate costs all South Carolinians
Over $26M in funding awarded to Charleston health research institute
Protests over immigration raids pop up across the US with more planned
Today's top headlines:
Berkeley County Red Bank Road project continues; completion expected next year
Folly Beach reviews 5-year update to marsh management plan
Community leaders discuss education at forum remembering Mother Emanuel AME tragedy
Beaufort County deputies search for wanted man on Hilton Head Island
Deputies arrest man accused of threatening to shoot someone after argument
Classroom Champions: Georgetown County teacher hopes to build reading nook for students
New water line to bring safer water to some Dorchester Co. District 4 schools
SC lawmakers to take a closer look at modernizing, improving state roads
LA police swiftly enforce downtown curfew as protests against Trump’s immigration crackdown continue
Protests over immigration raids pop up across the US with more planned
Trump says he will ‘liberate’ Los Angeles in speech to mark the 250th anniversary of the Army
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Elon Musk backs off from feud with Trump, saying he regrets social media posts that ‘went too far’
Trump says he plans to phase out FEMA after 2025 hurricane season
Today's top headlines:
Magnolia Landing site to host M.A.R.S.H. cleanup during construction phase
City of Charleston plans to add second lane on Maybank Highway off Johns Island
Dorchester Co. seeks public input on multi-million-dollar road widening projects
‘Ring the phones’: Reward offered in search for Orangeburg County mass shooting suspect
Dorchester County deputies spot suspect in woods; chase leads to arrest
‘It’s a sticky situation’: Accused West Ashley squatter to stay in jail while pregnant
Standoff in Georgetown County ends peacefully after negotiations, resolution
Charleston Co. School District votes on next steps to replace constituent boards
Trump sends Marines and more National Guard members to Los Angeles
‘The wrong way to do it’: Lawmaker pay raise fight reaches SC Supreme Court
‘No end in sight’: Euthanasia looms for overcrowded Colleton Co. shelter dogs
Today's top headlines:
Police: ‘Unusual’ excavator pursuit ends in arrest of man in North Charleston
No injuries reported after Mount Pleasant apartment fire near Patriots Point
Troopers investigate deadly crash in Beaufort County
Vigil held for 15 Charleston County jail inmates who’ve died since 2020
Community packs North Charleston’s Park Circle for pride celebration
Estimated 250 new and expecting moms attend community baby shower
Residents express concern over extended bridge closure in Dorchester County
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Protests intensify in Los Angeles after Trump deploys hundreds of National Guard troops
Israeli forces halt Gaza-bound aid boat and detain Greta Thunberg and other activists
Today's top headlines:
Mount Pleasant doctor urges men to get screened for Men’s Health Awareness Month
Man caught in Berkeley County following Georgetown County home invasion
Joint enforcement operation leads to 5 arrests in Beaufort County
Coroner identifies drowning victim recovered at boat ramp in Goose Creek
Charleston County gives update on US Highway 17 flyover bridge project
‘Answer to his maker’: SC death row inmate victim’s son awaits execution
Charleston County leaders discuss use of $9M in funds after Airbnb lawsuit
Trump and Musk break up, and Washington holds its breath
How a smaller job market impacts graduates’ mental health
Today's top headlines:
Emergency crews respond to drowning at Goose Creek boat ramp
‘Strikes the balance’: Inside the Charleston County Juvenile Detention Center
Moncks Corner leaders ask community input for future ordinance
Town of Mount Pleasant asks for community feedback on Five-Year Plan
Victim’s family testifies in trial for 2022 North Charleston murder
Property owners at Dockside suing city over mandatory evacuations
Town of Lincolnville water service restored, boil water advisory in effect
Kid farmer, now 22, talks inheriting Gullah Geechee family legacy on Johns Island
Ground beef sold at Whole Foods recalled due to possible E. coli contamination
Today's top headlines:
Professional fishing competition comes to Charleston
Don’t get bitten: SC health department gives 7 tips to fight off mosquitoes
‘Going to save lives’: James Island funds children’s swim lessons
MUSC expands summer meal program further into the state
Charleston County School District to offer free summer meals in rural areas
North Charleston Police respond to shooting after road rage dispute, 1 injured
3 men found in vehicle with guns face charges, College of Charleston Police say
College of Charleston housing plan draws concern from community on YWCA history
College of Charleston Board of Trustees approves 2025-2026 budget, tuition
Habitat for Humanity neighborhood with 50 new homes coming to Johns Island
Officials consider additional lane to expedite traffic relief on Johns Island
Trump pushes a July 4th deadline for big tax bill as senators dig in
Today's top headlines:
Nationwide program feeding low-income seniors returns to South Carolina
Lowcountry Food Bank to offer free meals for kids throughout the summer
Next school year budget to give Berkeley Co. School District teachers pay raise
12 victims injured in attack on demonstrators in Boulder; suspect facing 16 counts of attempted murder
Charleston Sheriff: Cartel members, int’l murder suspect arrested in ICE sting
Charleston man arrested, charged with distributing child sexual abuse materials
Ukraine and Russia agree to swap dead and wounded troops but report no progress toward ending war
Longtime vacant Johns Island site could undergo $21M revitalization
SC leaders kick off ‘Zero Tolerance for Litter Month’
Today's top headlines:
FBI says 8 injured in Colorado attack by man with makeshift flamethrower who yelled ‘Free Palestine’
1 dead, 12 people shot at a house party in North Carolina, deputies say
Charleston County deputies, ICE, SLED conduct targeted sting operation in Ladson
Trident Medical Center to unveil new $10M neuro rehab unit this week
Lowcountry mental health facility receives national recognition
Atlantic hurricane season begins: Here’s what to know
Federal government considering South Carolina coast for offshore drilling
Visitors celebrate reopening of historic Awendaw boat landing after renovations
Today's top headlines:
Dominion Energy prepares for hurricane season in the Lowcountry
Youths accused of pointing guns at driver in Georgetown County, 1 charged
North Charleston community shares federal cut concerns in Clyburn’s town hall
U.S. Rep. Mace comments on lawsuit filed against 3 men she labeled ‘predators’
MUSC and SC Department of Social Services clinic caters to foster children
Guidance counselor to part ways after 40 years at Lowcountry school
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Edisto Island family struggles attending school over county lines, districts respond
McMaster holds ceremonial signing of SC ‘revenge porn’ bill
Dorchester County officials, investment partners conserve 1,600 rural acres
Today's top headlines:
North Charleston’s Ganaway-Pasley lays out priorities after election win
Beaufort Police investigating shooting at apartment complex, 2 injured
Rep. Wendell Gilliard involved in serious car accident on I-26
Charleston man faces charges of Medicare fraud, Ponzi schemes
Ex-Summerville cop charged in deadly shooting sues police organization
Trump rejects claim he’s ‘chickening out’ on tariffs just because he keeps changing rates
Elon Musk is leaving the Trump administration after leading effort to slash federal government
Harvard to release early photos of enslaved people to downtown Charleston museum
Mount Pleasant leaders create more tree protections in zoning code update
‘Your trauma does not define you’: SC crash victims share their survivor stories
Today's top headlines:
Voters fill 2 open seats in North Charleston City Council special election
Charleston County Annual Action Plan addresses housing crisis, needs public input
Lowcountry animal shelters packed as kitten season hits its stride
Mobile swim lessons to be offered for youth in rural Georgetown County in June
Georgetown County deputies ask for help identifying suspects in trailer theft
North Charleston Police investigating strong-arm robbery, victim injured
Classroom Champions: Elementary school dance teacher wants to incorporate tap dancing into curriculum
Charleston County considers supporting nonprofit summer programming
Do state actions concerning Columbia’s conversion therapy ban violate local rule?
Dominion Energy provides grants for over 100 South Carolina-based nonprofits
State officials look at harms to Charleston waterways, ecosystems
CDC will stop recommending COVID-19 shots to healthy children and pregnant women, RFK Jr. says
Today's top headlines:
VOTER GUIDE: Polls to open for North Charleston Special Election
8 agencies respond to early-morning Goose Creek fire
Fire crews respond to apartment fire in North Charleston
Crews respond to scene at storage facility in North Charleston
Charleston Police investigating shooting at apartment complex, 1 person injured
Police arrest man in North Charleston apartment shooting
How Memorial Day is rooted in the City of Charleston’s history
Summerville community recognizes Memorial Day with Tribute Memorial Wall
27 people, including 4 children, hospitalized after car plows into crowd of Liverpool soccer fans
10 shot after argument on boat in Little River, police say
3 more of the 10 inmates who escaped a New Orleans jail recaptured in Louisiana and Texas
Today's top headlines:
More than 400 fallen veterans honored with American flags on graves
Lowcountry nonprofit holds annual Memorial Day ceremony
Lowcountry roads packed as Memorial Day weekend comes to an end
CARTA’s Beach Reach shuttle service to the beach now running through Labor Day
Shooting over gas spill dispute leads to arrest in Georgetown Co., deputies say
Motorcyclist killed in early-morning North Charleston crash
Tourists discover skeletal remains in Colleton County, possibly from burial site
SCHP pushes road safety heading into ’100 Deadliest Days’
Thousands mark 5th anniversary of George Floyd’s murder as they call for justice and decry Trump
President Donald Trump says Russian leader Vladimir Putin ‘has gone absolutely CRAZY!’
Russia and Ukraine complete prisoner swap hours after Moscow launches major aerial assault
Today's morning headlines:
Memorial Day travel expected to hit record numbers at Charleston’s airport
CARTA celebrates fifth season of free Beach Reach Shuttle Service
16 alleged Lowcountry gang leaders indicted on drug trafficking, firearm charges
Mt. Pleasant Police investigating fatal collision involving bicyclist, semi-truck
Youth injured in early-morning Ridgeville shooting, deputies say
‘It’s just going to cause chaos’: Folly Road safety designs get community reply
Berkeley County deputies to begin enforcing boat ramp law changes
NOAA predicts above-normal 2025 Atlantic hurricane season
Today's top headlines:
2 staff members of Israeli Embassy killed in shooting near Jewish museum in DC
Williamsburg County deputies investigate 2 separate shootings
Police release sketch of man they’re looking for in Charleston sexual assault
Coroner identifies victim of deadly Charleston County shooting
South Carolina death row inmate seeks to volunteer to die after friends are executed
Dorchester County Coroner’s Office getting $3 million upgrade
Carolina Forest wildfire reaches 100% containment
How several new education laws will affect SC students, schools
Moncks Corner community comments on duplex-style home ideas for Barony Street
Today's top headlines:
Ride of Silence to highlight Charleston’s pedestrian safety problems
‘We’re not going to deal with it’: Teen curfew possible for downtown areas
Johns Island animal welfare check causes call for updated ordinance
Man arrested for impersonating law enforcement at deadly shooting scene
Man injured during trench collapse in Dorchester County
Classroom Champions: Dorchester Co. teacher wants to provide students with hands-on math activities
Lowcountry school district considers next steps after $25 incentive program ends
U.S. Rep. Nancy Mace pushes for voyeurism bills after saying she’s a victim
‘I survived thanks to this program’: Lowcountry cancer survivor opposing Medicaid cuts
Coroner identifies body found washed ashore in Berkeley County
Today's top headlines:
Summerville church nears end of rebuilding from devastating fire
City leaders push new peninsula design plan ahead of coastal flood predictions
Historic Red Top Park gains permanent protection status
Colleton County deputies investigating fatal drive-by shooting
Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office investigating man’s murder
SC Highway Patrol investigating 6-car collision in Beaufort County, 1 death
Dorchester County Sheriff’s Office makes 2 drug, weapon arrests in Summerville
SC solicitors doubt new legislation to stop drug trafficking will work
Charleston County School District passes $1.7 billion budget
Singer Dawn Richard says Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs threatened her with death after she saw him beat Cassie
Trump, alongside the first lady, signs bill to make posting ‘revenge porn’ a federal crime
Today's top headlines:
Former President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with prostate cancer
Trump’s big bill advances in rare weekend vote, but conservatives demand more changes
Georgetown County deputies investigating reported armed robbery
Police investigating after overnight shooting kills one person in West Ashley
American Airlines flight returns after experiencing issue following departure
Restaurants, residents raise money to restore Sullivan’s Island Club
‘Run Charlie Run’ 5K returns to ‘The Joe’ in Charleston
2 dead after ship strikes Brooklyn Bridge, snapping masts and injuring crew members
Turbulent waters may have contributed to Mexican tall ship’s crash into Brooklyn Bridge
FBI investigating explosion at fertility clinic that killed suspect as act of terrorism
10 inmates escape New Orleans jail; 7 remain on the run
Pope Leo XIV offers message of unity for polarized Catholic Church as pontificate officially starts
Ukraine’s leader meets with US and European officials ahead of high-stakes Trump-Putin call
Today's top headlines:
Keep North Charleston Beautiful celebrates 25 years of dedicated work
SCDOT to conduct sidewalk, curb work in downtown Charleston
‘Make us better firefighters’: Charleston Fire Department pilots new shifts
North Charleston lifts parking pass restrictions for high school ceremonies
Governor, SC officials urge preparation now for hurricane season
Kelly Services substitute accused of hitting nonverbal child with autism
Officials: 19-year-old from Greenville threatened to kill Rep. Nancy Mace
Police say teen was shot in self-defense in deadly Hanahan shooting
Solicitor objects to calls for investigation into ‘botched’ SC execution
Lowcountry intersection set to be renamed after teen’s death
Dick’s Sporting Goods to buy struggling shoe chain Foot Locker for $2.4 billion
Today's top headlines:
911 calls released from deadly U-Haul chase in Charleston County
Charleston Police make 2 arrests in connection to West Ashley homicide
Folly Beach residents push for more speed limit signs amidst tourism season
Family demands justice amid Williamsburg County student confrontation video
Berkeley County Camp Hall rail line construction continues, impacts explained
Folly Beach works to revise parking ordinance following class action lawsuit
Supreme Court to hear “birthright” citizenship case
Lowcountry nurse highlights need for connection, access to mental health care
‘We have prevailed’: Governor praises SC Supreme Court 6-week abortion ban ruling
Today's top headlines:
Judge rules in favor of Lowcountry environmental groups on new septic systems
SCDOT seeks input on Johns Island Burden Creek bridge replacement
Town hall hosted for North Charleston City Council seat, residents give input
Study adds up economic impact of hospitals across South Carolina
What’s law, what’s paused and what’s dead after SC’s 2025 legislative session
Mount Pleasant mayor opposes change that would allow new hotel
2 adults face charges in connection with stopping a Berkeley County school bus
Classroom Champions: Charleston County teacher wants to start schoolwide recycling program
‘We want answers’: Parents react to limited graduation parking
Today's top headlines:
Police investigating fatal incident in Hanahan, 1 person detained
Charleston Water System expanding to meet future demand
Industrial metal company invests $3.7M in Charleston County growth
SC State Transportation Infrastructure Bank to terminate I-526 extension funding
Dorchester County upcoming year’s budget shows increases in spending
Coroner identifies victim of Sunday night West Ashley shooting
Parents charged after ‘large rat’ starts eating baby girl, deputies say
SC lawmakers ask for investigation into alleged ‘botched’ execution of death row inmate
Charleston Co. delays constituent board plan, talks academic calendar, funding
Charleston County School District donates books to reading nonprofit in Africa
North Charleston Police Department swears in new officers
Hamas releases Israeli-American hostage in goodwill gesture toward Trump administration
Medical University of South Carolina plans for ‘one-stop shop’ in emergency care
Today's top headlines:
Early voting starts for North Charleston Special election
Pope Leo XIV calls for peace in Ukraine and Gaza in symbolically rich blessing on Mother’s Day
Charleston Police investigate homicide at West Ashley home
Pee Dee mother arrested after children left home unattended
Sheriff: 1 dead, 7 hurt following overnight shooting in Florence County
Hallie Hill Animal Sanctuary raises thousands for animals
Attorneys working to get bond for Georgia teen being held by ICE
SCDC investigates ‘suspicious’ death of inmate at Lee Correctional Institution
College of Charleston hosts commencement ceremony for Class of 2025
India and Pakistan accuse each other of violating ceasefire hours after reaching deal
Hamas says it will release American-Israeli hostage Edan Alexander on Monday
Today's top headlines:
Pope Leo XIV addresses cardinals in English at his first Mass
‘Dear Pope’: Lowcountry boy’s letter leads to Papal reply, and miracle, family says
Grand jury indicts former Williamsburg County supervisor on 16 counts
Lowcountry man arrested, charged with trafficking fentanyl, overdose death
Charleston County approves first phase of $2.5 million flood mitigation project
Flight program expands at Charleston Southern University; student shares input
Personal property could become county-owned for Airport Connector Road project
South Carolina bill would ban addition of fluoride to drinking water
Plan to help SC bars, restaurants with rising insurance costs headed to governor’s desk
Make-A-Wish South Carolina women’s society breaks fundraising record
Charleston Animal Society celebrates South Carolina ‘no-kill’ milestone
Today's top headlines:
Rapid DNA sampling system expands at Charleston County Coroner’s Office
How a Lowcountry community adjusts during grocery store closure
Lowcountry food pantry tightens belt as federal cuts leave shelves bare
Mayor: 2 designs ‘totally different’ for $5M Charleston affordable housing plans
Deputies arrest, charge gunman in Hemingway shooting
Berkeley County School Board looks to add $1.9M of special education positions
Energy reform bill headed to McMaster after lawmakers agree to compromise
Today's top headlines:
James Island multi-use path nearly done for resident connectivity plan
Kiawah Island Beach ordinance changes to protect wildlife, environment
Community elects new Berkeley County School District board member
Williamsburg County deputies make third arrest in deadly Hemingway shooting
Green Pond alleged mass murderer’s jail calls to finally be released
Georgetown County teacher seeks hands-on activities to enhance motor skills
Chief: 19-year-old led Summerville Police on chase in ‘publicity stunt’
Accused Summerville ‘peeping Tom’ charged, police say
Kiawah Island considers long-term investment in budgeting process
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North Charleston Police respond to 2 related fatal shootings
Williamsburg County deputies make arrest in Hemingway deadly shooting
Charleston community calls for action after recent string of shootings
Folly Beach pedestrian path nears completion, brings more safety ahead of summer
‘Tough pill to swallow’: Limestone University closing changes West Ashley student’s course
North Charleston special election to cost taxpayers thousands
Trump administration says it’ll pay immigrants in the US illegally $1,000 to leave the country
Bill to require human trafficking training for medical professionals advances
New proposal could provide relief to SC businesses hurt by roadwork delays
Volvo to lay off 5% of workforce at Charleston plant
Today's top headlines:
Lowcountry educators being celebrated through first ‘Teacherfest’
Summerville no-kill shelter celebrates the ‘bark’ side of the force
What to know as US prepares to require REAL ID for many air travelers
North Charleston Arts Fest wraps with celebration of local talent
Jury selection begins Monday after Sean Combs rejects plea deal
Brazilian police arrest 2 people over alleged plot targeting Lady Gaga concert in Rio
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Beached sperm whale spotted on Hilton Head Island
Early morning North Charleston crash leaves one person dead
Firefighters contain fire at Charleston barbeque restaurant
First-ever Lowcountry youth conference promotes education, inspiration
Charleston Multiple Sclerosis Walk raises $77,000+ for disease research
Student loan default collection resumes after 5 years
Trump threatens 100% tariff on foreign-made films
Israel plans to capture all of Gaza under new plan, officials say
Today's top headlines:
Man wanted in Sullivan’s Island hit-and-run that injured 3 captured and charged
Vice President Vance touts economic successes following Lowcountry plant tour
Lowcountry health, fire experts urging child car safety ahead of summer heat
$1.25 million grant will help restore historic Mosquito Beach on James Island
Summers Corner awaits pedestrian bridge after girl hit by car
Moncks Corner man facing felony DUI charge in deadly Summerville crash
Wrongful death lawsuit expected against 2 Lowcountry nursing homes
Orangeburg County deputies make fifth arrest in deadly motel shooting
Today's top headlines:
Vice President JD Vance set to visit Berkeley County manufacturing plant
Tri-County leaders workshop plan to address projected growth into 2045
Alzheimer’s Association report shows how Alzheimer’s caretakers are impacted
Lowcountry doctor sees rise in blood clot cases, local patient shares his story
Orangeburg County deputies make two arrests in deadly motel shooting
Bills to improve SC road safety move closer to governor’s desk
New law helps SC students gain ‘real-world experiences’
Thursday is tax deadline day, but here’s what to know if you still need time
Sea turtle nesting season starts with fresh challenges
Crash involving 2 trailers shuts down lanes of I-26 in Orangeburg County
Burton Fire District responds to second house fire this week
Today's top headlines:
Park project to honor rich history of Scanlonville Community in Mount Pleasant
City of Folly Beach working to finalize 2026 budget amidst federal funding cuts
Charleston County Council approves last phase for affordable housing program
Berkeley County hiring event targeting jobseekers amidst federal layoffs
Constituent boards nixed under state law, Charleston County considers next steps
Three state agencies to merge into one under new SC law
A state budget without earmarks could hurt some of the most vulnerable people
Charleston Police arrest adult, youth in weekend violence
Family demands answers after deputy-involved shooting leaves teen dead
First sea turtle nest of 2025 reported on Folly Beach
Today's top headlines:
MUSC studying app to lower depression rates in Lowcountry cancer patients
Lowcountry first responders report increases in mental health cases
Blood donation group seeks people of color donors for community blood drive
SC’s Dept. of Corrections director sworn in as U.S. Attorney for South Carolina
Summerville woman charged in connection with accidental shooting of 6-year-old
18-year-old woman impaled by fence pole in Colleton County crash
Coroner identifies victim in deadly box truck crash in Charleston, suspect charged
Charleston Co. School Board approves first reading of 2026 budget with 8% hike
‘I can’t eat, I can’t sleep’: Mother mourns son killed in Ocean Boulevard shooting, searches for answers
Conclave to elect a new pope will start on May 7 as cardinals get to know one another
Holy City Catholics hold funeral mass for the pope, look to the church’s future
Today's top headlines:
Berkeley County named 100% Fire Safe Community
Multiple agencies respond to fatal shooting in downtown Charleston
Charleston Police investigate several separate shootings that left 3 injured
Seven injured, one dead after downtown Charleston police chase ends in crash
One year after the death of two hit-and-run victims, loved ones remain in limbo
‘This is a family’: Survivors of Homicide Support Group bonds at annual picnic
Murder charges filed against suspect in ramming attack on Vancouver street festival that killed 11
Francis is remembered as a ‘pope among the people’ in his funeral Mass
‘I heard the gunshots through my window:’ 1 dead, 6 injured in shooting on North Carolina college campus
Today's top headlines:
North Charleston Walk and Roll event aims to support adults with special needs
Charleston County considers more than $3 million in greenbelt projects
Large crowd shows up for Congressman Jim Clyburn’s town hall in Beaufort
Williamsburg County deputies make arrest in Kingstree homicide
Federal money laundering charges filed in SC case with ties to Charleston County
Charleston County deputies seek tips in fatal 2024 graduation party shooting
Local bakeries adapt to artificial food dye changes
‘Overlooked, hidden’: Community feels rural homelessness lacks proper resources
Lowcountry dolphins at risk with Trump administration funding cuts, group warns
Lowcountry animal memorial garden now open to honor lost pets
Walterboro city leaders restrict open carry at this weekend’s Rice Festival
South Carolina lieutenant governor visits Summerville YMCA
Today's top headlines:
Charleston holding open house on Lowcountry Lowline project
Charleston County launches initiative to evaluate roadway pavement conditions
Rep. Nancy Mace holds town hall at private community, stirring up controversy
Charleston Police arrest 2 in connection with Daniel Island armed robbery
Charleston County man sentenced for 2019 murder
Charleston man sentenced for distributing drugs, possessing ammunition
Former Charleston fireman gets tens of thousands in payout after being ‘hazed’
New tobacco product not sold in SC, lawmakers want to create tax for future sales
International students stripped of legal status in the US are piling up wins in court
Today's top headlines:
Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office reports deputy-involved shooting in Wando area
Goose Creek Church, nonprofit protecting victims of human trafficking
City of Charleston asks to transfer ownership of a main downtown road
City of Hanahan moving forward with downtown stormwater improvement project
Charleston County K-9 officer credited for helping find missing man in marsh
Deputies arrest third suspect in Murrells Inlet armed robbery
Here’s what’s next for SC treasurer now that senators voted to remove him
Walgreens to pay up to $350 million in U.S. opioid settlement
Today's top headlines:
SC senators approve resolution to remove state treasurer from office
Charleston Catholic community reacts to Pope Francis’ death
‘A slap in the face’: Family angered by sentence for ex-Charleston deputy in fatal crash
Convicted Charleston church shooter wants new penalty phase trial
‘There will be justice’: Orangeburg sheriff promises arrests coming in 2 weekend killings
Bank robbery suspect takes off with money; Summerville Police search underway
Report: 3 North Charleston Boeing employees attacked by man who jumped fence
Charleston Museum gets new audio tour for American Revolutionary War anniversary
U.S. Rep. Nancy Mace posts video of Lowcountry confrontation
North Charleston Police investigating man’s shooting death
Today's top headlines:
Pope Francis, first Latin American pontiff who ministered with a charming, humble style, dies at 88
The rites and rituals following the death of a pope, his funeral and burial, explained
Lawmakers to argue mixed positions on Orangeburg casino bill
Closing arguments expected in trial of ex-Charleston deputy charged in crash
Injuries reported in Hollywood area crash, deputies say
Deputies search for missing Orangeburg man who may be in danger
Orangeburg County coroner identifies victim found shot on roadside
Coroner identifies man found shot to death at Orangeburg motel
Crews battle 15-acre wildfire Saturday in Wando
Hundreds celebrate Easter in Charleston through gospel music
Hegseth had a second Signal chat where he shared details of Yemen strike, New York Times reports
US senator returns from El Salvador, says Abrego Garcia case is about more than one man
Today's top headlines:
2 people killed, 6 wounded in shooting at Florida State University, police chief says
Real ID deadline approaching; SCDMV talks how to be compliant before you fly
Renaming of James Island intersection sparks controversy
Georgetown County deputies arrest second suspect in Murrells Inlet armed robbery
Deputies respond to report of military ordnance found in Ravenel neighborhood
Bill would impose guardrails on SC’s license plate-reading cameras
Lawsuit: Shem Creek restaurant failed to protect patron during alleged assault
‘I’m fighting an uphill battle’: Wando basketball coach reacts to dropped charges
Roper St. Francis to build new Mount Pleasant Ambulatory Health Pavilion
Charleston County acquires ‘trenchless’ technology to fix stormwater pipes
Today's top headlines:
Seasonal event giving Goose Creek’s intellectually disabled community park time
Seabrook Island leaders consider changes to elected official term regulations
Charleston Planning Commission rejects downtown property rezoning proposal
Jurors hear details of deadly crash in trial of ex-Charleston County deputy
Sexual assault, kidnapping charges dropped against Mt. Pleasant basketball coach
Charleston Police investigate attempted robbery incident that left 1 injured
How euthanasia rates compare across Tri-County animal shelters
Charleston Police to connect with high schoolers through Youth Citizen Academy
Republicans propose compromise to reinstate SC’s private school voucher program
California sues to stop Trump from imposing sweeping tariffs
Trump joins tariff talks with Japan as US seeks deals amid trade wars
Today's top headlines:
Dorchester County 911 dispatchers reflect on years of changes, upcoming upgrades
Deputies respond to report of body on James Island
Barricaded person surrenders at North Charleston home
Fire crew responds to fire involving recycling truck in Mount Pleasant
Testimony to resume Wednesday in trial of ex-Charleston deputy charged in crash
Law enforcement calls for tougher penalties for K-9 killings
Town of Sullivan’s Island to vote on funding for victim advocate groups
Colleton County leaders talk growth, balancing priorities in budget workshops
Moncks Corner, Berkeley County work together to preserve land for historic park
Charleston Co. Airport Connector Road project receives environmental approval
Here are today's headlines:
MUSC study focusing on reducing death rate for new SC momsTwo-time Super Bowl Winner celebrates winning battle with head and neck cancerCharleston County Sheriff’s Office launches free Narcan stands across county Williamsburg County Sheriff’s Office investigating homicide in KingstreePolice investigating shooting in Ladson, 2 injuredRussell Laffitte, alleged Murdaugh accomplice, enters guilty plea dealBerkeley County teacher fired and suspended for alcohol at schoolCharleston’s Ronald McDonald House announces expansion plans, giving campaignMUSC plans to build South Carolina’s only dedicated cancer hospital Police charge driver in fatal hit-and-run in Moncks CornerFire crews respond to brush fire in HugerCharleston County leaders disapprove Storybook Farm Planned Development requestUS Senator, Secretary of Housing tour Charleston homeless shelter
Today's top headlines:
Trial for ex-Charleston deputy involved in crash that killed 3 set to beginDeputies search for missing man last seen in Orangeburg CountyGeorgetown County deputies search for suspects wanted for armed robberyPedestrian killed in Sunday morning Dorchester County crashBerkeley County Coroner identifies woman killed in hit-and-run accidentOfficials: 1 charged after 12-hour standoff with law enforcementSummerville using drone program to boost safety at eventsLowcountry Strawberry Festival ends, beekeepers shares the buzz behind berriesFAA says company whose sightseeing chopper crashed, killing 6, is ceasing operations immediatelyTrump’s commerce secretary says new electronics tariff exemptions are temporaryRory McIlroy wins Masters playoff to complete the career Grand SlamThe new spring season begins for the Summers Corner Farmers MarketEdisto Island celebrates third year of ‘Paddling for Pups’ fundraiserThousands attend Lowcountry Cajun Festival
Today's top headlines:
New future plans discussed for policing on Johns IslandAnnual Summer Youth Program applications open for Dorchester County studentsOver 100K expected to attend Beaufort Air Show this weekend‘Reality Town’ event gives DD2 eighth graders a glimpse into the real worldMourners remember Charleston County sign language instructor, Deaf advocateLucy Beckham High School honors student who lost their life to carbon monoxideFamily of Spanish tourists, including 3 children, killed in NYC sightseeing helicopter crashCollision causes traffic light outage in Moncks CornerGoose Creek man charged in Isle of Palms robbery, kidnapping incidentCharleston’s upper peninsula neighbors push against ‘after the fact’ demolitionsJames Island residents at odds over public service tax increaseBill would require doula care in SC be covered under Medicaid, private insurersSC State Treasurer Curtis Loftis files petition with State Supreme CourtFacing the Past: Victim’s daughter reflects as SC execution loomsUS Postal Service seeks to hike cost of a first-class stamp to 78 centsFisher-Price recalls more than 250,000 stroller toys for a choking hazard
Today's top headlines:
Mount Pleasant leaders working to build autism-friendly community
Construction begins for 40,000-square-foot women’s medical center in Mt. Pleasant
Charleston attorneys seek answers in evacuation of Dockside Condominiums
Community reacts to timeline of Folly Beach stormwater management project
Charleston Police make arrest after gun fired into air during argument
Dorchester County deputies investigating murder in Reevesville
Warrant issued for contractor who didn’t show up for Charleston County hearing
Judge sentences man who enters plea in Charleston shooting case
After years of resisting, SC moves toward hands-free cellphones while driving
SC death row inmate set for April execution files petition for clemency
Appeals court clears the way for the Trump administration to fire thousands of probationary workers
Wall Street’s euphoria sends US stocks to historic gains after Trump pauses most of his tariffs
What consumers need to know about tariffs imposed by the Trump Administration
Trump hits back with tariffs of 125%, after China raises its tariff on US goods to 84%
Today's top headlines:
Berkeley County civilian-based safety program helping deputies manage 911 calls
Charleston leaders to consider plans for new apartments near MUSC
Summerville and Dorchester County Community Vision survey opens for resident input
‘It is time to think big’: Charleston mayor publicly sets 2025 goals for city
City leaders take next step in building new fire training facility in West Ashley
People from around the world descend on Augusta for the Masters
Shem Creek shrimpers seek lifeline from tariffs: ‘All we have is a lot of hope.’
Trump disrupts global economic order as sweeping new tariffs go into full effect
Supreme Court blocks order requiring Trump administration to reinstate thousands of federal workers
Trump signs executive orders to boost coal, a reliable but polluting energy source
Today's top headlines:
Charleston City leaders looking to restore downtown creek in decade-old plan
Dorchester County mother sentenced in 2014 child abuse case
SLED: Agents rescue 160 dogs, seize drugs & guns in SC dogfighting operation
Berkeley County Coroner identifies two killed in murder-suicide
Judge sentences man in killing of North Charleston woman
Data reveals steady increase in average total jail population in Charleston
City leaders to look at plan honoring 400-year-old Johns Island Angel Oak Tree
Charleston County moves to settle Ten Mile lawsuit with developer, allow builds
Charleston County School District discusses annual goals for 5-year plan
New hotel in the works for Charleston’s upper peninsula
Today's top headlines:
Construction begins on new Goose Creek event spaceMore than 35K ‘Get over it’ in Cooper River Bridge RunLowcountry Strawberry Festival wraps up its first weekendSouth Carolina falls to UConn 82-59 in NCAA Championship GameMotorcycle crash kills one in Berkeley CountyWilliamsburg County collision leaves one dead, one hospitalizedCoroner identifies Orangeburg man killed while at workSummerville nonprofit breaks barriers through art at Flowertown FestivalTrump says he’s not backing down on tariffs, calls them ‘medicine’ as markets reel‘Hands Off!’ rally packs Summerville to protest against Trump’s administration
Today's top headlines:
Summerville’s Flowertown festival returns; here’s what to know before you go
Cooper River Bridge Run participants attend Health and Wellness Expo
SC troopers search for vehicle involved in deadly Orangeburg County hit and run
Coroner identifies victim in fatal double hit-and-run crash in Orangeburg County
Storms kill 7 in the South and Midwest as forecasters warn of catastrophic rains, floods this week
Experts predict another ‘above average’ hurricane season for 2025
North Charleston Community Center to get massive makeover
New state grant to reward teachers at Dorchester District 2 middle school
Mayor Cogswell asks for Charleston County partnership in homeless housing project
Charleston RiverDogs kick off ‘comeback season’ tonight
Today's top headlines:
First day of Cooper River Bridge Run Expo kicks off; thousands expected to visit
Summerville walking audit assesses student route feasibility
John F. Limehouse Memorial Bridge could soon receive bike and walk path
US ‘reciprocal’ tariffs against dozens of nations draw dismay, calls for negotiations
South Carolina’s House passes anti-DEI bill in 82-32 vote
SC Senate to consider removing state treasurer from office following $1.8B probe
Charleston fire station closed a second time because of possible mold
Dorchester District 2 faces delays in future school in Summerville neighborhood
Today's top headlines:
Allergic to pollen? Charleston medical expert explains how to survive the season
City of Charleston hosting open houses to teach community about flood solutions
Person of interest in Colleton County death investigation found
Charleston Police arrest suspect in connection with West Ashley homicide
Cane Bay drivers push for protected left turn signal at US 176 intersection
Lowcountry neurologist contributes to SpaceX Fram2 spaceflight mission
Isle of Palms to implement shoal management plan for at-risk homes on Wild Dunes
Little Goat Island donated as conservation land to preserve natural habitat
Democrats’ win in Wisconsin court race also is a big loss for Elon Musk
Today's top headlines:
Charleston-area Beach Reach Shuttle set to return this Memorial Day
Charleston housing waitlist to open in April
North Charleston to build its first-ever skate park
Police charge North Charleston man in attempted kidnapping incidents
Person of interest in Colleton County homicide caught in cross-state chase
Students in North Charleston mourn classmate who died in medical episode
Dorchester Legislative Delegation hears worry of possible school district merger
2 Lowcountry schools selected for new AI pilot program, only 10 SC schools selected
Bill would make South Carolina last state in US to criminalize ‘revenge porn’
Trump welcomes Kid Rock to White House for order targeting ticket scalpers
Today's top headlines:
City of Charleston holding annual Small Business Opportunity Exposition
MUSC Health Family Weekend kicks off ahead of Credit One Charleston Open
Polk Co. and Table Rock wildfires affecting additional counties
Crews battle fire at National Guard Armory in Moncks Corner
Colleton County deputies investigate homicide after man found dead in yard
Berkeley County crash kills pedestrian, troopers say
1 dead in Dorchester County single-vehicle collision
Several people injured in Orangeburg shooting incident, deputies say
Goose Creek Police Department hosts first annual ‘Laws & Paws Walk for a Cause’
Trump’s promised ‘Liberation Day’ of tariffs is coming. Here’s what it could mean for you
Today's top headlines:
Bill looks to accommodate a growing SC; some concerned with power price impact
Charleston County launches new initiative targeting affordable housing issue
North Charleston set for 5-year review of comprehensive plan
Water main break closes James Island road, leaves over 50 customers without water
1 killed in Hanahan train-pedestrian incident, police confirm
Lowcountry warrant sweep results in arrests, enhanced public safety
SC Senate passes tort reform bill after 4 weeks of debate
FAA acknowledges it must do better after deadly DC air collision
City of Charleston advances operations center construction
Construction underway for new condos on Daniel Island
Today's top headlines:
Firefighters battle residential structure fire in Moncks Corner
Dorchester County teacher arrested in connection to assault involving a student
Hundreds across Lowcountry getting resources at the MUSC Senior Expo
Charleston County to hold meet and greet for small businesses, contractors
Deveaux Bank earns extra protections, international designation
St. Johns High looks to expand resources in light of student retainment concerns
SC House unexpectedly delays debate on anti-DEI bill
A heart-shaped note was found in socks bound for Luigi Mangione
South Carolina House votes on bill relating to a Lowcountry school district
Proposed bill could make South Carolina school board elections partisan
Trump places 25% tariff on imported autos, expecting to raise $100 billion in tax revenues
Today's top headlines:
‘Brutal and senseless’: Charleston detectives seek public’s help solving homicide
Fire crew investigating fire at high school baseball field in West Ashley
Tax reform plan calls for dropping SC income tax below 4% next year
SC Treasurer rejects calls to resign after senate finance report on $1.8B error
Attorney general says South Carolinians should consider deleting 23andMe data
ELECTION RESULTS: Lowcountry voters decide 3 special elections
New overdose-fighting resource coming to Dorchester County
City of Charleston Councilmembers vote to rezone part of historic neighborhood
King Street retail spaces planned for underrepresented, disadvantaged businesses
Today's top headlines:
ELECTION DAY: Everything to know about the 3 Lowcountry special elections
Charleston County voters to turn out for special election; some locations change
Mount Pleasant leaders take first look at proposed $166 million FY 2026 budget
Social Security changes bring challenges for many in the Lowcountry
Berkeley County deputies arrest 2 men after pursuit with stolen vehicle
Police operation leads to arrests, citations & warnings on Daniel Island
Georgetown County Coroner identifies inmate who died in jail’s custody
Federal pressure mounts in public education, raises questions in school district
Edgar Allan Poe Library’s grand reopening happening on Sullivan’s Island
Trump officials texted war plans to a group chat in a secure app that included a journalist
Today's top headlines:
Crews battle large brush fire in Huger
Crews respond to illegal burn that led to large Huger brush fire
Officials: Negligent teen hikers responsible for fire at Table Rock Mountain
Coroner releases victim’s name in deadly three-vehicle crash outside Ladson
Beaufort Co. deputies continue search for information in 2022 murder
Charleston letter carriers rally against USPS privatization threat
Charleston County to hold meet and greet for small businesses, contractors
Palestinian death toll passes 50,000 as Israel strikes largest hospital in south Gaza
Today's top headlines:
James Island Town Council ends 6-year cost agreement
Gas prices falling amid concerns about economy and recession
Red Flag Fire Alert issued for South Carolina
City hits Phase One goals for Ashley Landing site ahead of summer construction
Lowcountry nonprofit launches affordable housing plan relying on property owners
Teen wanted in Colleton County shooting, 1 in critical condition
Rabid bat in Berkeley County confirmed, 3 people exposed
Judge calls Trump administration’s latest response on deportation flights ‘woefully insufficient’
Trump has ordered the dismantling of the Education Department. Here’s what it does
Trump plans to dismantle the Education Department while keeping some core functions
$250K Dorchester County road project now completed
Today's top headlines:
Goose Creek mayor delivering State of the City address in series of meetings
Charleston Co. Public Library seeks funding from county for Main Library project
Body found off highway in Orangeburg County, deputies say
Former Berkeley County Detention Deputy sentenced to 10 years in prison
Lawsuit filed against Boeing in whistleblower death: ‘he broke’
SC Republicans scale back anti-DEI bill because of cost, lawsuit concerns
The impacts of debt and costs on people paying taxes in the Lowcountry
Preparation underway for annual North Charleston ‘Walk for Water’ event
Trump to order plan to shut down the US Education Department
Today's top headlines:
SLED investigating officer-involved shooting in Mount Pleasant, stabbing confirmed
Berkeley County man arrested for possession of child sexual abuse materials
Johns Island woman charged after leaving children inside vehicle after accident
Charleston Pilots crew rescue family from sinking yacht
Judge dismisses Town of Andrews lawsuit against Georgetown County
Colleton County family receives $30K, says child received injury at school
Lowcountry Food Bank struggling amid federal funding cuts
Charleston County updates community on Palmetto Commerce Interchange project
Local representative fighting for St. Jude medical care in Charleston
Today's top headlines:
Colleton County deputies investigate deadly Walterboro shooting
Moncks Corner man arrested after narcotics discovered by deputies
Charleston County courts sentence man in 2021 drive-by shooting
Community learning emergency preparedness in Dorchester County CERT program
Charleston Southern University announces new residence hall construction approval
Hanahan Middle breaks ground on new facility, first major renovation in decades
Students voice concerns on possible merging of Dorchester school districts
Doctors at North Charleston medical center pushing new limb preservation program
Mobile healthcare unit provides local veterans with convenient care
Daniel Island community outraged after neighborhood alligator killed by trapper
Today's top headlines:
Carolina Forest wildfire remains 70% containment nearly two weeks later
At least 39 dead after tornadoes, wildfires and dust storms wreak havoc across multiple US states
Investigators recover body of missing Lake Marion kayaker
Georgetown County deputies investigate stabbing that left 1 teen hospitalized
South Carolina schedules its fifth execution in less than 7 months
Berkeley County Coroner’s Office gains crucial new piece of technology
Fire rips through overcrowded nightclub in North Macedonia, killing 59 and injuring more than 150
US and Iran-backed Houthis both vow escalation after airstrikes target rebels in Yemen
Trump administration deports hundreds of immigrants even as a judge orders their removals be stopped
Here are your Friday headlines:
2 killed in early-morning Charleston townhouse fire, firefighters confirm
Jury enters sixth hour of deliberation in 2021 West Ashley murder case
Georgetown County deputies investigate confrontation that led to shooting
Police: California man targeted elderly Summerville woman, faces felony charges
Fire festival to explain, demonstrate importance of SC prescribed burns
Former Mount Pleasant Police officer facing drug charge
NY man who traveled to Goose Creek to have sex with underage girl sentenced
Summerville leaders look to bring STEM lab to community, empowering local youth
Headlines for Thursday:
1 dead, 1 injured in Moncks Corner train vs. vehicle accident
Williamsburg County Sheriff, former supervisor indicted on corruption charges
North Charleston man charged with assault and battery
Berkeley County deputies investigating possible murder-suicide
Charleston Police seek help in locating missing teen
U.S. Supreme Court Justice’s sister targeted with bomb threat at Charleston home
Man goes on trial for 2021 murder at West Ashley sports bar
Couple settles medical malpractice lawsuit against MUSC for $375K
Senior center coming to King Street receives final approval
911 calls released in North Charleston Tesla charging station attack
Groups to rally for ‘common sense gun laws’ at State House
Charleston Co. Sheriff’s Office rejoins of ICE’s 287(g) program, community reacts
Headlines for Wednesday:
Final 4 charged in North Charleston corruption case plead not guilty in court
Summerville Police investigate shooting involving child outside restaurant
Man receives maximum sentence in North Charleston sexual assault case
Folly Beach leaders talk changes to city’s parking contracts
Charleston County leaders to give update on major Johns Island road project
Five South Carolina counties to see changes to their sales tax rates
Charleston Co. Sheriff’s Office rejoins of ICE’s 287(g) program, community reacts
Goose Creek City Council votes unanimously to build new fire station
City leaders considering second draft of downtown Charleston hotel
House passes bill to fund federal agencies through September, though prospects unclear in Senate
White House optimistic about tariffs impact on economy
Early poll gives SC lieutenant governor edge in 2026 race
Today's top headlines:
Remaining 4 charged in North Charleston corruption case set to appear in federal court
Man accused of DUI in 2021 crash that injured deputy takes plea
Former Dorchester District 2 special ed aide pleads guilty to child abuse charge
Dorchester District 2 Superintendent leaves role effective immediately
Charleston County looks to expand voter program with organizations
New Tabernacle Fourth Baptist Church gets $100k grant for rehabilitation efforts
Lowcountry prepares to celebrate Jewish holiday of Purim
Trump warns that arrest of Palestinian activist at Columbia will be ‘first of many’
Today's top headlines:
Lowcountry Habitat for Humanity kicking off Women Build Week 2025
Thousands show out for the annual Charleston Black Expo
Orangeburg County crash leaves one dead, multiple hospitalized
Driver cited in North Charleston rollover crash
Crews respond to a North Charleston structure fire
Authorities: Armed man shot by Secret Service near White House while Trump out of town
Outdoor burn ban lifted in Georgetown County
Foodies savor the final moments of Charleston Wine and Food Festival
Today's top headlines:
Risk of flare-ups increases on Day 6 of Carolina Forest wildfire
4 cited, 1 jailed for violating burn ban, Horry County says
Charleston demands answers on safety of evacuated Dockside Condominiums building
Neighbors ask for updates on Dorchester County flood risk management project
‘Revolutionary’: James Island pharmacist weighs in on newly approved medication
Judge rules 2 men not guilty in 2019 West Ashley murder case
SC Highway Patrol investigating fatal collision in Georgetown County
SC House unanimously passes liquor liability reform
Trump changes course and delays tariffs on Mexico and Canada
Today's top headlines:
Deputies arrest woman after family member’s body found in Ladson mobile home
City of Charleston leaders launch initiative to raise awareness on opioid use
Neighbors raise questions at community meeting after Summerville homicide
Berkeley County to explore its ties to American Revolution through SC 250
Gov. McMaster pushes state lawmakers for tort reform
MUSC sleep specialists discuss hidden health impact of Daylight Saving Time
Powerful US storms create blizzard conditions and threaten to spawn more tornadoes
Today's top headlines:
North Charleston neighborhood raises concerns about a possible new bar
Ban on abortion from conception under consideration at SC State House
Trump vows to press ahead on reshaping America in speech to Congress as Democrats register dissent
Texas measles outbreak fueled by distrust in public health and personal choice
Applications open for Berkeley County farmers, vendors in AG + Art tour
Charleston County to consider development impact fees
College of Charleston begins changes to DEI following federal mandates
Mount Pleasant’s ‘All-American Boulevard’ project scheduled for completion
Trump’s trade war draws swift retaliation as Mexico, Canada and China impose tariffs on the US
Today's top headlines:
North Charleston hospital nearly finished with new brain rehabilitation unit
GOP lawmakers revive ‘medical freedom’ bill in SC, but some doctors are worried
SLED charges man in connection to vehicle crimes
3 brothers sentenced to prison for $2.8M fraud involving Charleston restaurants
‘It really helps us help you’: Officials urge burn ban compliance
Folks worry over neighborhood access after gas leak causes travel delays
Holly Hill residents demand action as persistent unpleasant smell hits town
Folly Beach leaders narrowing down potential affordable housing options
Trump pauses US military aid to Ukraine while pressuring Zelenskyy to move toward quick end to war
Today's top headlines:
Carolina Forest wildfire grows to 1,600 acres, 30% contained
Gov. McMaster declares state of emergency in South Carolina over wildfires
‘You will go to jail’: SC governor warns against outdoor burning amid burn ban
Evacuation order lifted following major Georgetown County wildfire
Police: North Charleston auto-pedestrian accident leaves 1 hospitalized
Man charged in Saturday afternoon Dorchester County shooting
Charleston County leaders working to resolve flooding issues on James Island
Charleston Food Truck Festival brings community together through flavor and fun
Francis off mechanical ventilation entirely, signalling he’s overcome risks from respiratory crisis
Headlines for Friday:
Federal plea hearing set for 4 of 8 charged in North Charleston corruption case
‘How do we trust them?’: Community reacts to N. Charleston council members’ charges
Man accused of being sexual predator by Rep. Mace demands evidence or retraction
Public weighs in on possible merging of Dorchester County school districts
Johns Island prepares for new elementary school opening in August
Charleston residents evacuate Dockside Condominiums
Judge finds mass firings of federal probationary workers to likely be unlawful
Burn ban in effect in Georgetown County
Toddler calls 911 to ask police for ‘emergency doughnuts’
Here are your Thursday headlines:
The future of North Charleston City Council seats after 3 members face charges
Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman and his wife found dead in their New Mexico home
Dorchester County chase ends with several arrests
Isle of Palms Police arrest man accused in sexual assault case involving youth
Charleston County deputies searching for missing teen
Charleston Co. School District considers first changes to Title IX since 2020
Final stage of Edisto Island EMS facility construction underway
Charleston officials advise Dockside Condominiums residents to evacuate
Hope for Homes plans to bring affordable ‘tiny homes’ to Charleston County
Pope Francis shows further slight improvement as he battles pneumonia, the Vatican says
Trump says Zelenskyy will visit the White House Friday to sign US-Ukraine critical minerals deal
Mount Pleasant Waterfront Park project nearing completion
Headlines for Wednesday:
Coroner identifies victim in deadly Summerville shooting
Garden now part of Mount Pleasant ‘micromobility’ project in Old Village
Mount Pleasant candidate alleges airport extension, officials call it rumor
New lawsuit filed by 2 victims of 2023 Isle of Palms ‘Senior Skip Day’ shooting
Ashley Ridge files appeal for girls basketball disqualification
‘The only safe level is zero’: Trump halts PFAs limits, Lowcountry experts weigh in
Here are your Tuesday headlines:
Judge grants bond to former Summerville Police officer accused of murder
Brittanee Drexel’s mother testifies during civil trial involving convicted killer
Charleston County Coroner names victim of deadly Dunes West house fire
Fire breaks out at Sullivan’s Island home, no injuries reported
Lowcountry schools missing out on nearly $1B in tax breaks
District: 13 Charleston County schools on waitlist for a multipurpose room
North Charleston Police arrest man in Sunday armed robbery
2 arrested in connection to strong-arm robbery and assault in North Charleston
Dominion Energy wants feedback on James Island tree trimming project
SC judge seeks money to expand family courts, modernize case management system
Rural communities getting connected with Lowcountry digital program expansion
New bill aims to prioritize Charleston infrastructure
City of Charleston plans to turn demolished restaurant into future housing
Delta plane heading to Columbia turns around after passengers spot ‘haze’ inside aircraft
Joann Fabrics is reportedly going out of business, closing all stores nationwide
Today's top headlines:
Charleston County leaders seek public input on James Island pedestrian project
2025 Isle of Palms Polar Plunge raises over $47,000
Folly Beach’s longest annual festival brings in tourists and community
Driver dies after hitting a tree in Williamsburg County
Car accident leads to Charleston home catching fire
Coroner identifies victim of Orangeburg County house fire
Ex-Secret Service agent and conservative media personality Dan Bongino picked as FBI deputy director
Lawsuit filed by Brittanee Drexel’s mother against convicted killer heads to trial on Monday
Pope is resting on 10th day of hospitalization after early stages of kidney insufficiency detected
Ukraine’s Zelenskyy says he’d be ready to give up presidency if it brought peace and NATO membership
Israel delays release of Palestinian prisoners, citing ‘humiliating’ handovers of hostages
Today's top headlines:
New Goose Creek art gallery entering final stages of construction
Trump names McMaster as one of 10 appointments to Council of Governors
SC Senate debates fentanyl-induced homicide law, Tri-County cases on the decline
Summerville group works to build trust between community and law enforcement
SC ‘at the precipice of an energy crisis.’ How will lawmakers address it?
Could Trump really return DOGE savings to taxpayers?
IRS layoffs could hurt revenue collection and foil efforts to go after rich tax dodgers, experts say
Today's top headlines:
Liberty Steel plant in Georgetown facing lawsuit over unpaid electric service
Goose Creek neighbors push for increased traffic calming on Crowfield Boulevard
Lowcountry volunteers build manufactured wire reefs for oysters
Fire officials urge carbon monoxide safety as temperatures dip in the Lowcountry
SC House Republicans seek to end lottery funding for private school vouchers
What the number of teacher vacancies looks like in Lowcountry school districts
2 killed when 2 small planes collide mid-air in Arizona
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S.C. Corrections released arrest warrants for 5 inmates in separate January cases
Charleston prostitution investigation ends in human trafficking arrest
Man wanted in Mount Pleasant gun pointing incident arrested
Deputies arrest man after burglary of Dorchester County home
Crews respond to structure fire at Dorchester Road Plaza
Downtown Charleston neighborhood opposes zoning change to build parking garage
Charleston requests community input on Safety Action plan for safer roadways
Research platform removed from student laptops in Berkeley County Schools
Black Food Truck Festival returns to Charleston, celebrating food, culture
Today's top headlines:
‘I’m not a murderer but I could be': North Charleston Police charge barricaded man
Coroner identifies SCDOT worker killed after wheel comes loose on 18-wheeler
‘It is a witch hunt’: SC lawmakers continue probe into nonexistent $1.8B
U.S. Attorney for SC fired by Trump Administration; Acting attorney named
SC attorney general set to file motion in disability lawsuit
Upstate man charged in death of 4-year-old granted bond
‘They destroyed my life’: Woman sues clinic after IVF embryo mix-up
Charleston-area cancer patients seeing better outlooks with new surgical robot
Largest vessel to call Port of Charleston arrives at Wando Welch Terminal
Federal judge won’t immediately block Elon Musk or DOGE from federal data or worker layoffs
White House says Elon Musk is Trump’s adviser and not the DOGE administrator
Dorchester County approves first reading for major greenbelt initiative
Today's top headlines:
Lowcountry man sues after facing DUI charges for 8 years
New recreation and aquatic center coming to Johns Island
SC explores tax cuts for boats, but some worry others will pick up tab
Dozens gather at Summerville Town Hall to protest Trump administration
Leaders re-assessing James Island accident-prone intersection
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Report details Mount Pleasant gun incident that shut down shopping center
Summerville Police chase ends in North Charleston crash that downed utility pole
Proposed tort reform bill ‘doesn’t benefit any SC citizen,' attorney claims
All 80 passengers aboard Delta flight survive after jet flips upon arrival in Toronto
Roughly 100 birds found dead in a Michigan park from suspected bird flu
Trump begins firings of FAA staff just weeks after fatal DC plane crash
Today's top headlines:
Lowcountry patients with hearing loss to test new kind of cochlear implants
SEWE wraps up final day with thousands in attendance
Man charged in crash that killed pedestrian in North Charleston
Early-morning West Ashley apartment fire displaces nearly two dozen people
At least 9 people are dead, including 8 in Kentucky, in latest blast of winter weather
Anger, chaos and confusion take hold as federal workers face mass layoffs
Zelenskyy to Vance: Ukraine wants ‘security guarantees’ as Trump seeks to end Ukraine-Russia war
Happy Valentine's Day! Here are today's top headlines:
Seabrook Island developing marsh front protection plan to fight erosion
Council to discuss moving utilities underground in Summerville
Girlfriend of Brittanee Drexel’s killer sentenced to prison for lying to FBI
Former Charleston County detention deputy arrested on several charges
Charleston man charged for possessing child sexual abuse material
SCDOT plans for safety improvements for US Highway 17 in the Charleston area
Troublesome route to smooth commute: SCDOT’s multi-layered plan for Highway 61
Republicans want to bring ‘DOGE’ to South Carolina
Today's top headlines:
Historic Charleston church making progress on restoration
Hundreds of newly installed downtown Charleston parking meters not working
AmeriCorps members help James Island with drainage issues
Army Corps pulls out of Charleston school STEM Day after DEI ban
Georgetown County student charged for school shooting threat
NY murder suspect who’d been seen in Dorchester County captured in Florida
South Carolina Supreme Court again takes up abortion issue
DD2 nonprofit gears up for fundraising event, looking to community for sponsors
Families, staff address homelessness, immigration, attendance in Charleston Co.
Today's top headlines:
City of Charleston bringing years-old James Island park plan to life
Next steps voted on for Patriots Annex development project in Mount Pleasant
Wilson responds to Mace’s claims about him, AG’s office: ‘Categorically false’
Bond granted for father of suspect in fatal Georgia high school shooting
Family of Sonya Massey to receive $10 million settlement over fatal shooting by ex-deputy
North Charleston Spanish-speaking community gets inside look at police training
Boy charged with vandalizing park bathroom in Georgetown County
Tip leads to Beaufort County man’s arrest on child exploitation charges
Today's top headlines:
SLED confirms assault, voyeurism investigation underway after Mace speech
Judge delays bond ruling for ex-Summerville Police officer charged with murder
North Charleston Police say thieves targeting firearms in recent surge of car break-ins
Berkeley County deputies arrest 48 in 3-day operation
Highway Patrol investigating fatal single-vehicle crash in Beaufort County
SC lawmakers consider enacting online protections for children
Trump signs order for plastic straws as he declares paper ones ‘don’t work’
MUSC getting new laser eye treatment for Lowcountry glaucoma patients
Today's top headlines:
Eagles deny the Chiefs a Super Bowl three-peat with dominant defense in a 40-22 rout
Eagles QB Jalen Hurts wins Super Bowl MVP
Record number of Americans to skip work on Monday after the Super Bowl
Coroner identifies driver in Orangeburg County crash
Troopers investigate I-26 crash involving Charleston Police cruiser
$24 million Mount Pleasant project finally getting off the ground
The remains of all 10 people killed in Alaska plane crash have been recovered, authorities say
Berkeley County School District board member resigns
Lowcountry woman’s viral social media post could lead to kidney transplant
Today's top headlines:
Driver dies in single-vehicle Dorchester County crash
I-526 westbound clears following crash
Charleston County releases Fiscal Year 2024 financial report findings
Kiawah officials work to determine 2025 priorities
City of Goose Creek Fire Department asks for input on first strategic plan
Folly Beach leaders look at top priorities going into 2025
North Charleston Police charge man with attempted murder in McDonald’s shooting
Dorchester County Sheriff’s Office alerts citizens after phone scam complaints
South Carolina lawmakers push for hands-free driving bill
Today's top headlines:
Dorchester District 2 task force working to recruit, retain staff
Bill aims to fix SC teacher contracts, reduce burdensome requirements
Dorchester County head-on crash kills one, injures another
North Charleston Police make arrest in apartment complex shooting
Charleston County making safety upgrades to North Charleston intersection
Rideshare driver expresses concerns, mixed feedback on Charleston pilot program
Charleston Police see positive results engaging with Hispanic community
Today's top headlines:
Remains of all 67 victims of the deadly plane and chopper collision have been recovered
Judge decides bond in Williamsburg County murder case
Deposition of woman who killed Folly Beach bride in crash demanded for lawsuit
St. Paul’s Fire District expanding training to serve Charleston County
Charleston County School District introduces new model to streamline 2026 budget
Bipartisan bill seeks to tackle childcare challenges for SC families
Suspicious package later deemed safe delivered to Mace’s office, police confirm
Green Space Sales Tax set to expire in Beaufort County
New Makers Mart coming to Mount Pleasant in May
Doctors at Trident Medical Center urge heart disease awareness and prevention
Today's top headlines:
Orangeburg County crash leaves one pedestrian dead, injures another
Moncks Corner police expanding drug and violence prevention efforts
North Charleston man arrested for misuse of 911, assaulting an officer
Mount Pleasant Police officer fired following suspicious package investigation
Legislation would expand SC’s protections for intimate partner violence victims
USDA cited Beaufort County facility in monkey deaths after escape, CEO responds
Poultry farmers impacted by bird flu express concerns as egg prices rise
Berkeley County accommodations fee to fund tourism projects
Today's top headlines:
Officials say remains of 55 of 67 victims of midair collision have been recovered and identified
Officials: Seven dead, 19 injured in air ambulance crash in Philadelphia
Beaufort County cyclist dies in crash involving two cars
Crews respond to Dorchester County brush fire
Fire displaces three, damages home in downtown Charleston
Trump puts tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China, spurring trade war as North American allies respond
Here are some goods in the crosshairs of Trump’s tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China
North Charleston school construction to be complete by year’s end
The Lowcountry community remembers 'America’s Dog': Caitlyn
Today's top headlines:
Cockpit voice and flight data recorders have been recovered from crashed plane
Man facing Friday execution in Dorchester County murder won’t seek clemency
Hanahan Police discover body in the water
‘Where we need to be’: new funding stocks free food at Charleston Co. Libraries
‘Resilience, innovation, spirit’: N. Charleston mayor delivers State of the City
Conceptual approval requested for 61-unit building on Maybank Highway
Today's top headlines:
Passenger jet with 64 aboard collides with Army helicopter while landing at Reagan Airport near DC
Charleston Intl. Airport sees canceled flights following D.C. plane crash
Berkeley County deputy-involved shooting kills suspect; SLED investigating
SCDOT public comment period open for Charleston-area highway safety improvements
Historic King Street building to be reviewed for possible demolition
Walk through history: Rebuilding the infamous Sullivans Island Palmetto Log Fort
Dorchester School District 2 hosts town hall for direct community dialogue
Summerville health care facility one step closer to opening day
Today's top headlines:
2 wanted in Georgetown armed robbery arrested, charged with attempted murder
Tax evasion charges lodged against Beaufort County rental business operator
Trump plans to sign Laken Riley Act into law as his administration’s first piece of legislation
‘It’s devastating’: Family pleads for answers in Hush Lounge shooting
Advocates push for stricter gun laws in remembrance of Emanuel 9
Charleston leaders spread the word about pothole reporting following snow storm
Lowcountry Rapid Transit presents report, seeks input
Johns Island Park baseball fields riddled with years of delays, reports show
South Carolina fails in national tobacco control report card
SC governor to deliver State of the State, senator to issue rebuttal
SC senators focus private school voucher debate on family income eligibility
Today's top headlines:
Former assistant basketball coach charged with sexual assault, kidnapping charges
Deputies: 2 guards face charges in Ridgeville shooting that killed 16-year-old
Argument over SD card ends in Ridgeville shooting, Dorchester Co. deputies say
Immigration officers say ‘the worst go first,’ but now there’s no ‘free pass’
Police used Taser twice on teen in weekend incident at Northwoods Mall
Coroner identifies pedestrian fatally in Orangeburg County hit and run
Charleston County School Board discusses superintendent review, funding plans
Decade-old plan for downtown Charleston connectivity to be put into motion
Gullah Geechee Chamber of Commerce opposes restricting birthright citizenship
Nearly 3-year-old Goose Creek sewer project set for completion this spring
Today's top headlines:
CLOSINGS & CANCELLATIONS: Schools, governments announce more weather-related changes
Charleston Boat Show brings in out of town businesses
Officers tase, arrest teen at a North Charleston mall
Spartanburg Co. deputies charge 7 for street racing on I-26 at high speeds
Armed robbery suspect dies after deputy-involved shooting in Greenville County
New bid for TikTok from Perplexity AI could give US government 50% stake
Charleston’s 2025 tourism season expected to be busy
Today's top headlines:
Lowcountry towing company reports rise in rescue calls amid winter weather
ROAD CLOSURES: Ice continues to cause driving dangers across Lowcountry
CLOSINGS & CANCELLATIONS: Schools, governments announce more weather-related changes
Berkeley County man dies while shoveling snow
Charleston International Airport’s airfield reopens, flights resume
Progress is made on a huge fire north of Los Angeles while new fires erupt in Southern California
Federal judge temporarily blocks Trump’s executive order ending birthright citizenship
Trump orders release of JFK, RFK and MLK assassination records
Senate advances Pete Hegseth as Trump’s defense secretary, despite allegations against him
2 Republicans say they will vote against Pete Hegseth for defense secretary. Both are women
Morning Y'all! got another look into Live 5 News This Morning as reporters monitored road conditions across the Lowcountry!
Today's top headlines:
North Charleston Police investigate a shooting that hospitalized one
CLOSINGS & CANCELLATIONS: Schools, governments announce more weather-related changes
FIRST ALERT: Overnight refreeze creates a dangerous Thursday commute
Berkeley County crash that temporarily blocked I-26 involved SC trooper
THE LIST: Warming shelters open ahead of winter storm
Morning, Y'all! got a special look into Live 5 News This Morning as reporters spent the early hours of the morning in the snow!
Today's top headlines:
Lowcountry municipalities preparing roads, citizens for upcoming winter weather
THE LIST: Warming shelters open ahead of winter storm
CLOSINGS & CANCELLATIONS: Schools, governments announce changes ahead of winter weather
Trump sets out to erase Biden’s legacy with pardons and orders immediately after taking office
Applications open for Berkeley County developers in affordable housing program
MLK Jr. remembered and embraced during Charleston’s annual MLK Day Parade
3 dead in Cross shooting, deputies say
Today's top headlines:
Trump pledges a series of Day 1 executive actions to end ‘four long years of American decline’
Trump’s inauguration will be first attended by foreign leaders
Civil rights leaders and King family mark MLK Day as a special call to action as Trump takes office
THE LIST: Warming shelters open ahead of winter storm
Charleston Police Department’s Mounted Horse Unit looking to grow
TikTok restores service for US users based on Trump’s promised executive order
‘You’ve got to stay engaged’: Biden offers thanks, challenge in Charleston speech
Biden delivers last remarks in Charleston: “We wanted to be here with you”
Today's top headlines:
Police charge two more suspects in North Charleston fatal shooting
Orangeburg County man injured while being served warrants by deputies
Man sought in record Orangeburg County meth bust in custody, deputies say
Biden won’t enforce TikTok ban, official says, leaving fate of app to Trump
Isle of Palms police crack down on failure to stop for school buses
SC lawmakers split on what comes next after nonexistent $1.8 billion surplus
What a Mount Pleasant dietitian has to say about the FDA ban on Red Dye No. 3
Biden sets record by commuting sentences of nearly 2,500 people convicted on nonviolent drug charges
Roper St. Francis, Trident Medical report surge in walking pneumonia cases
Today's top headlines:
Biden warns in farewell address that ‘oligarchy’ of ultrarich in US threatens future of democracy
SC governor issues order to raise flags to full staff during Trump inauguration
Report: Mysterious $1.8B surplus reported in SC coffers doesn’t exist
Groups push to make school bathroom requirements a permanent law
Moving forward with a plan to make one Folly Beach road safer for beachgoers
Charleston nonprofit bringing planetarium experience to West Ashley mall
Georgetown High School basketball coach charged with having gun at school
Man found guilty of 2020 stabbing death, sentenced to life in prison
Charleston County deputy charged with 10 counts of sexual exploitation of a minor
North Charleston considers cap on short-term rentals
Potential moratorium to be put on Folly Beach seawall permits
How car seat checks are saving lives in North Charleston
Today's top headlines:
Orangeburg County deputies report record meth bust; 2 arrested, 1 sought
Charleston man sentenced to federal prison on gun charge
Afternoon fire destroys home near Awendaw
Firefighters prepare for increasing gusts following brief reprieve for Los Angeles area
Application for recreational development on James Island met with mixed reviews
New Charleston County Council Chairman Middleton shares vision looking forward
SC lawmakers begin 2025 legislative session with GOP supermajorities
President Joe Biden coming to Charleston Sunday
Berkeley County agencies working to prevent teen suicides in the community
Today's top headlines:
Charleston Co. adults starting the journey to their GED
Weapons screeners at Berkeley County School Board meeting frustrate parents
Strong winds forecast for Los Angeles threaten area’s fight against fires
Coroner identifies 18-year-old killed in weekend North Charleston shooting
Berkeley County deputies investigating shots fired incident
Multiple narcotics seized in Orangeburg County routine traffic stop
James Island officials want your input for new family park coming to town
Academic Magnet football players' watermelon ritual legal case proceeds to trial
Caitlyn, dog whose Charleston abuse case made global headlines, dies
School district officials announce plans for a teacher pay increase
Lowcountry experts see progress with therapy for neurodivergent patients
Today's top headlines:
Mount Pleasant securing bike and pedestrian safety with students in mind
Coroner identifies two drivers in Berkeley County fatal crash
Investigation underway in downtown Charleston vacant home fire
Summerville family loses home, four pets in fire
How Charleston Restaurant Week impacts locals and establishments
Impacted couple discusses reports of water at West Ashley gas station diesel fuel
Trump’s Cabinet picks are set for Senate hearings. Here’s the schedule
Today's top headlines:
FIRST ALERT: Brief window of snow, sleet possible for parts of Lowcountry Friday
Gov. McMaster issues executive order for transportation waivers ahead of winter weather
Lowcountry experts give tips on preventing winter emergencies
Death toll rises to 10 from Los Angeles-area fires, according to coroner’s office
THE LIST: Lowcountry school districts begin announcing early Friday dismissals
African American Civil War hero to be honored outside SC’s state grounds
Summerville neighbors push for safety gate near new Berlin G. Myers walkway
Today's top headlines:
Jimmy Carter will be honored at Washington funeral before burial in Georgia hometown
Fire damages The Obstinate Daughter, beloved Sullivan’s Island restaurant
Fleming held liable in Murdaugh in insurance scheme, law firm dismissed
Accused squatters charged with breaking into West Ashley Home
North Charleston Fire Department increases staff pay as part of 2025 budget
South Carolina agency launches new online tool for coastal education
North Charleston to close inner lane of Park Circle for traffic study
Dorchester Habitat for Humanity seeks potential homeowners for housing program
Lowcountry mother successfully secures change for neurodivergent people
Williamsburg County Schools to dismiss early Friday
School district declines settlement offer, historic monument dispute continues
Today's top headlines:
Charleston leaders to break ground on long awaited pedestrian bridge
Georgetown County man surrenders after 24-hour manhunt
Summerville man charged with attempted sexual exploitation of a child
‘In my mind, that was deception’: insurance expert testifies in Fleming case
Man who exploded Cybertruck outside a Trump hotel used AI to plot attack, police say
Mount Pleasant residents raise concerns about proposed Rifle Range trail
The Obstinate Daughter, cherished Sullivan’s Island restaurant, damaged in fire
MUSC using ultrasounds to study long-term effects of youth vaping
Medical debt will soon be removed from credit reports
Today's top headlines:
Manhunt underway for Georgetown County man who escaped arrest
SLED investigating inmate death at jail in Dorchester County
Man shot inside North Charleston McDonald’s
Trump is certified as the 2024 election winner without challenge, in stark contrast to 2021 violence
Lowcountry Jan. 6 defendants await potential Trump pardon
3rd suspect still wanted in Colleton Co. triple homicide, family pleads for answers
Trial begins for Fleming in insurance accusation civil case
FCC responds to complaints over Charleston’s ‘toilet paper tower’
Experts weigh in on screen time amid South Carolina’s student cellphone ban
FDA limits toxic lead in some baby foods
Mount Pleasant doctor supports push for cancer labels on alcohol
Warming centers open throughout the Lowcountry
Today's top headlines:
Hillary Clinton, George Soros, Denzel Washington and others received the highest US civilian honor
Jimmy Carter’s 6-day state funeral begins in home state of Georgia
Dorchester County single-car collision claims one life
FBI: New Orleans attacker used Meta glasses to record scene in advance
Lowcountry family grieves their loved one after New Orleans attack
Goose Creek Human Resources Director arrested for domestic violence
Coroner IDs woman who died weeks after Berkeley County crash
Charleston Vintage held its first market of 2025
Colleton County Sheriff’s Office working to fill vacant positions
Today's top headlines:
FBI says driver in New Orleans rampage acted alone, was ’100%' inspired by Islamic State group
Man who died in a Cybertruck explosion outside a Trump hotel was an Army soldier, officials say
$1M bid award for fire station turn lane could be approved
Statue in Dorchester County to honor Medal of Honor recipient
Dorchester School District 2 taking applications for Citizen’s Review Committee
Lowcountry nurses push to ban device creating surgical smoke
To allow or to criminalize: the spectrum of SC’s abortion law debate
Dorchester Co. first responders see positive results from new dispatch center
Today's top headlines:
US Army veteran who killed 15 in New Orleans attack was inspired by the Islamic State group
Victims identified in New Orleans attack include a father, a former college athlete, an aspiring nurse
Firework mortars, gas canisters stuffed inside Tesla that exploded outside Trump’s Las Vegas hotel
10 people shot outside NYC nightclub; 4 suspects at large
‘We watched our lives burn away’: More than 4 dozen people displaced after fireworks spark apartment fire
Lowcountry celebrates end of Kwanzaa: A night of song, dance, prayer and reflection
Lowcountry lawmaker continues push for weapons detectors in SC schools
Carnival Sunshine cruise ship nearing its final stop at Charleston ports
Expert says more regulation needed following Folly Beach drone show malfunction
EDITOR'S NOTE: This story came in after our podcast was distributed, but there are reports of multiple fatalities in New Orleans after a vehicle plowed into a crowd in the French Quarter. Here's the latest:Multiple fatalities reported after vehicle plows through crowd in New OrleansHere are headlines for New Year's Day, 2025:
Falling drones injure man during Folly Beach New Year’s displayLowcountry residents in recovery celebrate a sober New YearGullah Geechee community celebrates historic and significant Freedom’s EveEconomy primed to grow in 2025 but new policies could hamper businessNorth Charleston man accused of trafficking fentanylTwo arrested in connection to Orangeburg County carjackingCharleston Police release image of strong-arm robbery suspectCharleston Police identify suspect arrested in downtown assault caseState audit of DJJ shows lack of change, remaining safety concernsCharleston fire station closes temporarily because of mold
Today's top headlines:
Police on lookout for New Year’s Eve DUIs
Charleston Police boost patrols to help tackle underage drinking this NYE
Mental health rises in New Year’s resolution subjects for 2025
N. Charleston triple homicide suspect arrested for assaulting woman day before
Beaufort Police investigating death of man found in apartment complex
‘Someone knows’: Family seeks answers in 2016 cold case
Ladson mental health experts discuss how to best pick new year’s resolutions
Possible bill for new gun storage state laws up for discussion
Here are your headlines for Dec. 27, 2024:
Charleston Police say GPS data connected man to several vehicle theftsSCDC inmate, 4 others indicted on federal conspiracy drug charges19 displaced, local inns step in to help after Christmas Day fire in Myrtle Beach hotelNew recovery program targeting PTSD survivors coming to CharlestonFolly Beach community to celebrate Hanukkah at Friday night eventDorchester Paws launches holiday campaign to help build new facilityFamily’s Christmas wish answered when their missing dog rings the doorbell and returns homeWallabies escape holiday event in Simpsonville
Today's top headlines:
Kicking off the first day of Hanukkah on Christmas Day in the Lowcountry
Birthday Party for Jesus hands out more than 1,000 gifts & meals on Christmas
Charleston Fire officials give tips for safe Christmas tree care and take down
The Good Side: Hanukkah Treats
Car hits tree leaving driver dead in Orangeburg County
38 people have died after an airliner with 67 people onboard crashed in Kazakhstan
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35 Years Later: Remembering Myrtle Beach’s White Christmas of 1989
Costco egg recall now classified as highest risk level, FDA says
Pope calls for nations to overcome divisions in Christmas address as communities celebrate worldwide
Struggling pizzeria gets $60K Christmas miracle to stay open
Today's top headlines:
Avoiding safety hazards during the holidays
Summerville home celebrates 10 years of light show, giving back to community
Summerville Medical Center decks out NICU babies in festive holiday sweaters
Several families spend their Christmas Eve at the Holiday Festival of Lights
North Charleston Tanger Outlets packed from last-minute holiday shopping
How staff, patients prepare Lowcountry hospitals during the holidays
SC Highway Patrol investigating fatal vehicle collision in Williamsburg County
Historic Bluffton home destroyed in fire
North Charleston Police arrest man in deadly shooting
Charleston Police seek help in identifying suspect who stole Christmas gifts
Today's top headlines:
Helping out the Lowcountry homeless for the holidays
Holiday travel traffic in full swing at Charleston International Airport
MUSC program to fill need for SC health coaches
Bluffton firefighters respond to fire, adjacent home damaged
Leaders consider jump guard on Ashley Phosphate Road overpass
Ford donates vehicles and $1 million to Trump’s inauguration
Bill Clinton is hospitalized with a fever, spokesperson says
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Luigi Mangione pleads not guilty to state murder and other charges in United Healthcare CEO’s death
New police chief aims to change the perception of crime in North Charleston
Colleton Co. deputies investigate series of related drive-by shootings
Georgetown Police seeking help in locating 2 suspects in armed robbery
Today's top headlines:
What Lowcountry travelers can expect this holiday season
Charleston residents explain why they procrasinate on holiday shopping
Woman killed after being set on fire on an NYC subway train, investigators say
Lara Trump says she’s removing herself from consideration to be Florida senator
Driver shot, killed after crashing into Texas shopping mall and injuring 5
Pee Dee teacher jailed in N.C. under $2 million bond, accused of child sex crimes
Lives of all but 3 federal death row inmates spared; Charleston shooter’s sentence stands
Today's top headlines:
1 dead, 6 hospitalized in fatal Dorchester County collision, troopers say
Charleston County celebrates year of record-breaking economic developments
Man accused in UnitedHealthcare CEO killing faces federal charge that’s eligible for death penalty
How you can support South Carolina veterans this holiday season
Hamlin Beach community one step closer to historic district designation
How AI is helping North Charleston law enforcement solve cases
Today's top headlines:
SC looks to impose Medicaid work requirement under Trump administration
Government funding plan collapses as Trump makes new demands days before shutdown
Moncks Corner leaders consider park, downtown redevelopments
11 dogs rescued from Walterboro home
Mount Pleasant approved for pioneering cyclist and pedestrian safety projects
‘BEACH’ Act to strengthen conservation efforts on Folly Beach
Charleston County Landfill waste to become green energy in new plan
Today's top headlines:
Volunteers set to ease coastal erosion on James Island
City of Charleston takes next step in construction of Johns Island Fire Station
Proposed bill looks to reduce taxes for South Carolina boat owners
SC Secretary of State certifies 9 electoral votes for Trump, Vance
New Mount Pleasant facility to house software-focused business' operations
Lowcountry Food Bank volunteers discuss food insecurity in the community
Seabrook Island Town Council decides the future of short-term rentals
Neighbors express concern about proposed West Ashley development
Today's top headlines:
15-year-old girl fatally shoots teacher and teenager at a Christian school in Wisconsin
Enforcement of school cellphone ban across SC starts in January
Salvation Army of Charleston still seeking volunteers for the holidays
Boeing announces next round of South Carolina layoffs
Charleston County accepting applications for Urban Entitlement funding
‘Challenging for us mentally’: Dealing with shelter overcrowding in Colleton Co.
Lowcountry fisherman reel in data for scientists tracking great white sharks
Today's top headlines:
Driver dies in single-vehicle Berkeley County crash, troopers say
Troopers: Attempt to elude police leads to deadly Orangeburg County crash
Deputies: 1 wounded in early morning Beaufort County shooting
Lowcountry animal shelter held free supply yard sale for pet owners
4 escaped monkeys still stay together months after Beaufort Co. facility escape
US agencies should use advanced technology to identify mysterious drones, Schumer says
Show notes for Dec. 13, 2024:
Woman sentenced in Folly Beach bride death asks for reduced sentenceNorth Charleston Fire Department battles major building fireFIRST ALERT: All lanes blocked on I-26 eastbound following an accidentSuspect in United Healthcare CEO shooting has ties to CharlestonNorth Charleston caregiver charged with stealing from nursing home residentsMorgan Wallen sentenced after guilty plea in chair-throwing caseNew MUSC College of Medicine to lower projected state physician shortagesSC Superintendent of Education wants teacher starting pay up to $50K next yearPublic learns more details about Deer Run Road bridge replacement projectCouple gets married at the hospital where man gets cancer treatment
Here are your headlines for Dec. 12, 2024:
Fire officials investigate Beaufort County camper fireCharleston County deputies investigate deadly Ravenel crash, victim identifiedDeputies continue search for 2 Orangeburg County women reported missing months agoMount Pleasant Police searching for missing manFire danger diminishes in Southern California even as crews continue to battle Malibu blazeFormer Lowcountry CEO pleads guilty to felony fraudLowcountry agencies target drunk driving with ‘Sober or Slammer’ campaignDorchester Paws makes progress toward building new animal shelter facilityEmployees get first look at future Roper Hospital campus in North CharlestonProposed medical village for Sea Island community receives mixed reviews
Biden commutes roughly 1,500 sentences and pardons 39 people in biggest single-day act of clemencyProgress underway for Dorchester School District 2 referendum projects
Here are your morning headlines for Dec. 11, 2024:
Suspect in the killing of UnitedHealthcare’s CEO contests extradition to New YorkU.S. Marshals say man who was barricaded in Summerville home remains at largeMurdaugh files appeal of double murder conviction with SC Supreme CourtCourt date set for Town of Andrews v. Georgetown CountyMount Pleasant leaders want feedback on pedestrian safety planSC health officials tracking rising flu, respiratory cases as temperatures dipTri-County region updating 20-year Rural Long-Range Transportation PlanMount Pleasant leaders hear from community after dropping sales tax proposalMace says police arrested ‘pro-trans’ man who attacked her at U.S. Capitol
Today's top headlines:
Prosecutors charge suspect in UnitedHealthcare CEO killing with murder, court records show
New state trial date requested for alleged Murdaugh accomplice
Feds sue South Carolina for violating Americans with Disabilities Act
Santee Cooper directors approve controversial rate hike plan
Dominion Energy celebrating the holidays by giving back to the Lowcountry
Charleston County deputies, U.S. Marshals respond to person barricaded in home
Dorchester Co. ordinance designed to make safer roads for cyclists, pedestrians
Mount Pleasant Mayor drops Patriots Point proposed sales tax increase
TikTok asks federal appeals court to bar enforcement of potential ban until Supreme Court review
Taco Bell launches new cafe concept with unique focus
EPA bans 2 chemicals in dry-cleaning products known to cause cancer
Dorchester School Dist. 2 to have final vote on electronic device policy
School district reallocates $26.1M in Capital Program projects
New report details why SC students say so many of them are missing school
Today's top headlines:
1 dead in Beaufort Co. collision
One dead in Orangeburg County crash
Ousted Syrian leader Assad flees to Moscow after fall of Damascus, Russian state media say
Biden says Assad’s fall in Syria is a ‘fundamental act of justice,’ but ‘a moment of risk’
The US believes journalist Austin Tice is alive after disappearing in Syria in 2012, Biden says
Lowcountry veterinarians share best cold weather practices for pets
How Lowcountry members get in the Christmas spirit with a touch of history
Crews respond to Goose Creek house fire
Outdoor shed explosion reported near St. George
Today's top headlines:
Berkeley Co. deputies charge five after poisoning 13 cats to death
Mount Pleasant Police searching for witnesses in deadly motorcycle crash
Walterboro family seeks justice for loved ones killed in fatal car crash
Hunt for gunman who killed UnitedHealthcare’s CEO heads into third day as new clues emerge
Darlington mayor apologizes after using anti-gay slur at city council meeting
‘You have to give everything’: DSS director talks decision to step down
Septic tank projects progress across Lowcountry
Town of Mount Pleasant giving out free trees for South Carolina’s Arbor Day
Parents file lawsuit over school choice program
House rejects Democratic efforts to force release of Matt Gaetz’s ethics report
Biden is considering preemptive pardons for officials and allies before Trump takes office
In Memoriam:
Lowcountry radio icon Mike Edwards of the ‘2 Girls & a Guy’ morning show dies
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2 kindergarteners wounded and gunman dead after shooting at religious school
Orangeburg Co. deputies investigate fatal dragstrip shooting
SLED charges Charleston Co. man with stalking, blackmail and harassment
SLED, BCSO investigate fatal house fire in Hilton Head
Mount Pleasant moves forward on funding Patriots Point project with tourism fee
Colleton Co. deputies arrest 2 of 4 accused in middle school burglary
City of Charleston to teach people how to make changes to their historic homes
Draft proposal pending after Charleston Co. and Animal Society contract ends
UnitedHealthcare CEO fatally shot in ‘brazen, targeted attack’ outside hotel, police say
Charleston County leaders giving Better Northbridge project another shot
Greenbelt funds move passive park plan forward for Church Creek basin site
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Police: Robbery suspect who used zip ties on jewelry store workers arrested
Man accused of killing 2 in Cross shooting arrested in Columbia
North Charleston Police sharing tips to prevent porch piracy this holiday season
Andrews mayor says fix for water bill problems in the works
Ex-Horry County deputy coroner plans to plead guilty to accessory charge, still expected to stand trial for murder
Hunter Biden gun case dismissed after President Joe Biden's sweeping pardon
Community shares ideas to retain District 9 students in Charleston Co. schools
South Carolina program helps students with FAFSA following last year’s delays
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Woman receives maximum sentence in Folly Beach crash that killed newlywed
SLED: Man shot by N. Charleston officers held ‘plastic object’ shaped like gun
Accidents near Summerville school zone cause driver and student safety concerns
Roundabout project moving forward at a Mount Pleasant intersection
Public meetings set for Lowcountry Rapid Transit System progress
Warming stations open across the Lowcountry ahead of cooler temperatures
Volunteers harvest marsh grass for West Ashley restoration project
‘Back to its roots’ New zoning to protect historic Angel Oak tree
Lowcountry medical experts urge vaccinations amidst flu season peaks
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Full written statement from President Joe Biden on his decision to pardon his son Hunter
Trump calls Biden pardoning son Hunter a ‘miscarriage of justice’
Biden pardons his son Hunter despite previous pledges not to
Lowcountry mental health officials address uptick in holiday-time stress
Richland County mother charged after taking children from DSS
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Car fire causes temporary downtown Charleston road closure
Lowcountry animal shelters offering discounts as part of national campaign
James Solomon Jr., one of the first students to desegregate USC, dies at 94
Cyber Monday shoppers expected to set a record on the year’s biggest day for online shopping
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South Carolinians encouraged to ‘give from the heart, but give smart’ this holiday season
Record-breaking Black Friday shopping expected; get the bang for your buck
316 million pounds of food expected to be wasted this Thanksgiving
Military mom making a difference for young troops this Thanksgiving
Summerville restaurant serves free Thanksgiving dinners, creating community
Black Friday: What time do stores open?
Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade: Big balloons, wet weather and 21 protesters arrested
Your Thanksgiving Day headlines:
Charleston Airport to top last year’s record travel this Thanksgiving weekend
Lowcountry farmer on a mission to practice sustainable techniques
Dorchester County firefighters stress safety during Thanksgiving cooking
Police: 2 wounded in North Charleston shooting
Moncks Corner man sentenced for killing wife, dog
Mount Pleasant Police arrest 2 accused of shoplifting from Lowes store
Dorchester County neighbors await road maintenance along I-95
38-car train derailment closes portion of Greeleyville-area highway
‘Loved his family’: S.C. town left with questions after mayor killed in crash
Ohio man charged with exploiting, stalking minors online, including SC child
Pre-filed bill aims to expand firefighter workers’ comp
Record turnout expected for Charleston’s 47th Annual Turkey Day Run
Two U.S. Air Force veterans reunite in Summerville for first time in 60 years
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Berkeley Co. deputies report fatal shooting in Cross
Pedestrian struck by vehicle in North Charleston dies at hospital, troopers say
Colleton Co. teen faces lawsuit from crash that killed child, hurt others
USDA reviews complaint against Beaufort Co. facility at center of monkey escape
Goose Creek leaders consider 43-acre housing development
Coroner identifies pedestrian struck while crossing road in Mount Pleasant
Israel and Lebanon’s Hezbollah start a ceasefire after nearly 14 months of fighting
City of Charleston to offer free parking for downtown holiday shopping
After delay, Trump signs agreement with Biden White House to begin formal transition handoff
Trump fills out his economic team with two veterans of his first administration
Trump picks Jay Bhattacharya, who backed COVID herd immunity, to lead National Institutes of Health
Record turnout expected for Charleston’s 47th Annual Turkey Day Run
Charleston temporarily closes fire station with HVAC issues dating back years
State insurance pays widow $250K after medical mishap at local hospital
City leaders moving forward with Ashley River pedestrian bridge project
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Tip leads to Mount Pleasant man’s arrest for possession of child sex abuse materials
Charleston County man charged with producing child sex abuse material
Orangeburg deputies arrest man, seize vehicle, weapon and drugs after chase
How a veteran group comes together to cope before the holidays
Deadly shooting involving Charleston Police under state investigation
Deputies arrest 3 in connection with Orangeburg County shooting
Summerville Police arrest man in connection with October shooting
‘Project Home’ housing homeless students in Charleston and beyond
Charleston County reopens application period for nonprofit funding program
International Trade Commission halts ‘unfair competition’ for S.C. shrimpers
Special counsel moves to dismiss election interference and classified documents cases against Trump
Trump threatens to impose sweeping new tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China on first day in office
Hunters helping to fill Thanksgiving plates in the Lowcountry
Lowcountry Food Bank prepared for Thanksgiving holiday season
Report shows SC’s teacher vacancies have dropped for first time in years
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West Ashley crash sends ejected driver to the hospital
Law enforcement agencies respond to incident outside Walterboro bowling alley
5 hospitalized after three-vehicle collision in Ladson
Lowcountry energy company giving tips for Christmas lights
Thousands turn out for ‘Paws in the Park’ as part of milestone celebration
Boone Hall Farms kicks off the holiday season in Mount Pleasant
Forecasts warn of possible winter storms across US during Thanksgiving week
Today's top headlines:
Putin says Russia attacked Ukraine with a new missile that he claims the West can’t stop
Top war-crimes court issues arrest warrants for Netanyahu, ex-defense minister and a Hamas leader
Man dies after an officer-involved shooting in downtown Charleston
North Charleston Police: Man dies from gunshot wounds given by woman he shot
Crews respond to a fire at a Burton building
Kingstree High student had gun, shell casing and apparent marijuana at school
‘I hid behind the curtains’: Sole survivor of Green Pond murders shares her story
Dorchester School District Two newly elected board members sworn in
SC’s attorney general calls for greater protections for kids online
Lowcountry advocacy group pushing teacher discussion on early education concerns
Hamlin Beach Community seeks historic district designation
International Paper mill workers seek new employment amid looming shutdown
Trump chooses Pam Bondi for attorney general pick after Gaetz withdraws
Police report reveals assault allegations against Hegseth, Trump’s pick for defense secretary
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SC Highway Patrol investigating fatal Berkeley Co. single-vehicle collision
Crews respond to fire at Ladson home
Man convicted of killing Laken Riley sentenced to life in prison without parole
Suspect in UVA shooting that killed Lowcountry native, 2 others pleads guilty
Parents seek answers after removal of Charleston Catholic School principal
MUSC opening new Charleston labs to research treatments for disease
$90,000 grant to enhance IOP police officer mental health
Board denies parole for Susan Smith 30 years after murders of her 2 children
Judge sentences retired North Charleston cop in Jan. 6 Capitol breach case
Palmetto tree removal stirs response from Isle of Palms homeowners
Over 100 Tri-County nonprofit projects get aid in Trident United Way event
Today's top headlines:
Georgetown County man arrested on 5 charges in separate incidents
Summerville Police make 2nd arrest in shooting at mobile home park
Transgender teen sues South Carolina over school bathroom law
Charleston County detention deputy faces assault charge
County leaders discuss next steps in Mark Clark Expressway project
Here are the people Trump has picked for key positions so far
First phase starts for decades old retail, housing plan on Charleston peninsula
SC governor names first-ever director of state’s Dept. of Public Health
McClellanville to see $750,000 worth of medical and community upgrades
City of Charleston park one step closer to seeing improvements
Hundreds of N. Charleston, other South Carolina Boeing employees to be laid off
Today's top headlines:
Vehicle in Beaufort County collides with pedestrian resulting in fatality
Parole hearing set for Susan Smith, SC mom convicted of killing her 2 children
FBI agent says GPS data puts student Laken Riley in same area as man accused in her death
A Lowcountry justice group sets new goals
Charleston County leaders seek resident feedback for Palmetto Commerce project
New Charleston Co. School Board meets for first time
Teachers outline priorities for SC lawmakers in 2025
Lowcountry psychiatrist urges men to take mental health seriously
MUSC working to spread awareness about Palliative Care
Study ranks Charleston as 2nd ‘most livable metro’ in SC
1,600 North Charleston power customers eligible for free energy upgrades
Today's top headlines:
2 dead, 10 injured in shootings along Louisiana parade route, police say
12-year-old Georgetown Co. girl charged with making school threats
Georgetown Co. deputies arrest man for firing gunshots at home and vehicle
Trump names Brendan Carr, senior GOP leader at FCC, to lead the agency
Feds arrest Myrtle Beach man for ‘hate-based threats’ to kill news reporter
Pedestrian dies after being struck by train in West Ashley
Biden authorizes Ukraine to use US-supplied longer range missiles for deeper strikes inside Russia
Charleston community member reflects on his time after the Holocaust
Salvation Army’s Red Kettle Campaign returns to Tri-County
North Charleston Police to host Narcan kit-building sessions
Beaufort Co. research facility CEO: ‘Human error’ assumed cause of monkey escape
Today's top headlines:
Flood reduction plan moves forward for West Ashley creeks and lakes
Could SC start burying more power lines following widespread outages from Helene?
Officials give update on Hanahan Middle School renovation project
Charleston Co. State of Schools highlights successes, areas of improvement
Here are the people Trump has picked for key positions so far
N. Charleston named in wrongful death lawsuit of drowning victim
Russell Laffitte, alleged Murdaugh accomplice, granted new trial
Health and Social Services Building nearly complete in Dorchester Co.
Charleston Water System warns 70K customers about lead pipes: What to know
College of Charleston students holding drive to fight state book bans
Today's top headlines:
N. Charleston man arrested in West Ashley double shooting that injured 2 teens
Georgetown Co. deputies arrest man for firing gunshots at a home
Charleston Police respond to auto-pedestrian collision
N. Charleston Police arrest second youth in shooting that killed 16-year-old
Trump adds Rubio, Gabbard to national security team
President-elect Trump picks Rep. Matt Gaetz for attorney general; Gaetz resigns from Congress
Here are the people Trump has picked for key positions so far
Republicans win 218 US House seats, giving Donald Trump and the party control of government
Small businesses' last chance to apply for help paying their utility bill
$7.5 million going toward pedestrian safety in Goose Creek
Folly Beach adopts dune and bird migration protections
Parking fees to increase at Lowcountry beach
Charleston aims to address homelessness, provide ‘diverse’ affordability options
Lowcountry organization hosting breakfast to fight substance abuse
Today's top headlines:
Mother, 2 children hurt in North Charleston crash
SC man sentenced for assaulting law enforcement during Jan. 6 capitol riot
Judge delays ruling on whether to scrap Trump’s conviction in hush money case
Trump builds out foreign policy team with picks for the CIA, Pentagon, and Dept. of Homeland Security
Several greenbelt projects approved by Charleston County council
Berkeley Co. leaders lift moratorium for mixed-use development
Legal battles continue in Academic Magnet football players' watermelon ritual lawsuits
SCDOT seeking public comment on the safety of this James Island road
Lowcountry clinic begins work in $500k diabetes prevention project
Today's top headlines:
School bus driver cited in crash that sent 5 to hospital, Charleston Police say
SC does not set date for next execution after requests for a holiday pause
Congress returns to unfinished business and a new Trump era
Here are the people Trump has picked for key positions so far
Trump names Lee Zeldin to lead EPA, Stephen Miller to be deputy chief of policy
Trump asks Rep. Mike Waltz, China hawk, to be his national security adviser
President-elect Trump says he wants the Senate to be open to bypassing confirmation process
30 monkeys from Beaufort Co. facility that receives taxpayer funding recaptured
American Legion Post 166 hosts Lowcountry Veterans Day service
Orangeburg Co. Schools adjust this week’s schedules as road concerns persist
Report highlights Charleston Co. students' progress toward graduation, readiness
Charleston Co. schools defying odds with teacher staffing
Today's top headlines:
Berkeley Co. firefighters assess damage after vehicle crashes into fire station
‘Leave sooner rather than later’: Evacuation shelter opens for Edisto River evacuees
Trump announces Tom Homan, former director of immigration enforcement, will serve as ‘border czar’
North Charleston Police investigating fatal shooting
More than half of escaped monkeys now captured in Beaufort County, facility says
Biden and Trump will meet in the Oval Office on Wednesday, the White House says
N. Charleston to host celebration in honor of Veterans Day
New grant kickstarts free historic James Island tour
Today's top headlines:
President-elect Trump names Susie Wiles as chief of staff
President Biden delivers remarks following Trump’s win, ensures peaceful transition
Pres. Biden calls for peaceful, orderly transition
Joe Biden gets blamed by Harris allies for the vice president’s resounding loss
Charleston Co. election officials give special election date for District 113
North Charleston Police arrest man in October shooting death
1 in custody after Berkeley County chase, deputies confirm
Colleton County man acquitted of setting wife on fire, killing her
Emergency Services Day event returning to Berkeley County this month
Fourth annual ‘Day of Hope’ to bring health resources to N. Charleston community
McMaster declares state of emergency in response efforts to SC flash flooding
Orangeburg Co. Schools remain closed Friday because of weather, road conditions
Charleston County leaders vote on various greenbelt projects
Georgetown officials discuss next steps amid paper mill shut down announcement
Beaufort Co. research center ‘has eyes on’ 43 missing monkeys, officials say
Motion looks to dismiss Academic Magnet football players watermelon-ritual lawsuit
Racist text messages referencing slavery raise alarms in multiple states
Today's top headlines:
Harris calls Trump to congratulate him on election victory
Biden calls President-elect Trump to congratulate him on election win
Republicans take Senate majority and eye unified power with Trump
Control of the US House hangs in the balance with enormous implications for Trump’s agenda
GOP picks up supermajority in SC Senate, retains SC House supermajority
Voters react to major defeat of Charleston County sales tax referendum
Charleston Co. Sheriff Kristin Graziano concedes race to Carl Ritchie
Beaufort Co. deputies locating 40 escaped primates
Summerville shooting leaves 2 hospitalized
Murder suspect brought back to Charleston Co. after 3.5 month extradition delay
Charleston Co. Schools say 2 school staffers accused of inappropriate conduct
Video leads to Charleston firefighter being charged with domestic violence
Dept. of Justice charges former Palmetto Railways CEO with fraud
Ashlyn Watkins returns to practice after charges dismissed, USC WBB says
Today's top headlines:
ELECTION RESULTS: Donald Trump projected to become 47th president
Mace, Clyburn, Fry win reelection to US House seats in South Carolina
Charleston County voters defeat half-cent sales tax referendum
Ritchie declares victory in Charleston Co. sheriff’s race
SC voters choose to change language in the state constitution
Charleston County half-cent sales tax defeat stirs reactions from officials
Republicans take Senate majority and eye unified power with Trump
Abortion rights advocates win in 7 states and clear way to overturn Missouri ban but lose in 3
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Live 5's 2024 Voter Guide
Everything Lowcountry voters need to know before heading to the polls
How Tri-County voters can catch a free ride to the polls for Election Day
Charleston City Council approves Union Pier financial plan
Boeing factory workers vote to accept contract and end more than 7-week strike
One dead, another hospitalized in Dorchester County crash
Colleton County man goes to trial, accused of setting wife on fire, killing her
Woman charged in Berkeley County hit-and-run crash that killed detention deputy
North Charleston Mayor names next North Charleston police chief
Lowcountry feels impact of statewide SNAP benefits scams
‘Urgent’ need for foster parents throughout South Carolina
Lowcountry bipartisan leaders assure voters of the integrity of this election
Today's top headlines:
Organization working to ensure Tri-county voters have a ride to the polls
Saturday marked the last day for early voting in SC
Lowcountry non-profit shucks for a cause
US says Iranian-American held in Iran as tensions high following Israeli attack on country
Harris appears on ‘Saturday Night Live’ as mirror image of Maya Rudolph with election looming
Lyft, Uber offering discounts for rides to the polls for Election Day
Trump talks about reporters being shot and says he shouldn’t have left White House after 2020 loss
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Judge sets bond for 20-year-old charged in deadly Dorchester Co. shooting
Justices won’t stop execution of SC inmate who claimed jury was racially biased
Charleston Waterkeeper sees record-high bacteria in seasonal testing
State education committee considers whether to ban 11 books from schools
Project team walks the Lowcountry Lowline path to see its full potential
International Paper closing Georgetown mill, leaving hundreds jobless
Georgetown leaders react to paper mill closure
The waiting game: Lowcountry law enforcement vehicle delays, shortages
Authorities investigating after fight breaks out at Orangeburg County early voting location
Today's top headlines:
Lowcountry Lowline project set to move forward with help from foundation
Berkeley Co. moves forward on new courthouse after approving $95M contract
Mount Pleasant leaders approve final site review of community gathering space
Those both for and against Charleston. Co. sales tax plead case to voters
WaterSC holds its first meeting to begin work to create state water plan
Judge sets hearing on $1M-a-day sweepstakes from Elon Musk PAC helping Donald Trump
Harris promises to ‘represent all Americans’ after Biden’s remark on Trump supporters and ‘garbage’
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Deputies: 1 killed, 1 wounded in Dorchester County shooting
North Charleston Police arrest teen in deadly hit and run
Lowcountry energy companies provide money-saving tips for Energy Awareness Month
Dorchester County funds hundreds of acres of conservation
Major changes, expansion projects planned for Charleston International Airport
North Charleston hosts celebration of first mass transit system in the state
Poll watchers face strict rules as they monitor election process
State book ban policies approved for Charleston Co. schools
Charleston County approves part in Union Pier financing plan
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Dorchester School District Two to update policy regarding electronic devices
Charleston Co. schools agree to Union Pier TIF with conditions
Berkeley Co. officials meeting with community to discuss old St. Stephen school
North Charleston introducing skate park near Park Circle
FEMA to open disaster recovery center in Beaufort County this week
Berkeley County to add voting machines to ease early voting lines
Man sentenced for burning, cutting body of Georgetown man
Former SC State student charged in 2023 shooting
Lowcountry community honors Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month
Today's top headlines:
City of Charleston working to improve flood drainage at Huger and King Streets
Thousands participate in Charleston’s Walk to End Alzheimer’s event
Trump’s Madison Square Garden event features crude and racist insults
Elon Musk’s super PAC awards million-dollar prizes despite federal warnings
Iran raises the death toll from Israel’s attack to 4, all from its military air defense
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Charleston Police investigate deadly auto-pedestrian accident
Man faces murder charge in early-morning Georgetown Co. shooting
Maurice’s Piggie Park BBQ goes up in flames as crews work to battle 3-alarm fire
A Lowcountry community gives back in honor of Gullah Geechee members
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Charleston Firefighters snuff out apartment fire, rescue cat
Report claims James Is. high school coach pointed gun after argument at bank
Lowcountry pool contractor sentenced after pleading guilty to breach of trust
Folly Beach hears from residents about the city’s Safety Action Plan
Seawall coming to flood-prone sections of Charleston’s Lockwood Drive
Isle of Palms to install solar panels on public safety building
Organizations boosting drug abuse prevention so you can keep your family safe
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Prosecutors to recommend resentencing Erik and Lyle Menendez in 1989 killings of their parents
Dorchester Co. sheriff candidates address action items, community involvement
Trump, Harris pitch crime and border strategy
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Fatal collision in Orangeburg Co. along I-26 leaves one dead
1 killed in Colleton Co. single-vehicle crash
Multiple charges filed in deadly shooting of hunting dog in Berkeley County
Charleston County taking first steps toward across-the-board EMS facility
SC Ports railyard construction continues with ample progress, officials say
Judge orders Colleton Co. murder suspect’s jail calls to be released
SLED investigating alleged assault involving Berkeley Co. Judge
No charges to be filed in Berkeley Co. jail inmate death, investigators decide
SCDMV asks Election Commission to add nearly 2K to voter rolls over glitch
Here’s why SC voters will see this yes-or-no question on ballots this election
City officials finalize steps for selecting next N. Charleston Police chief
Mount Pleasant finalizing new zoning codes
Folly Beach ‘Safety Action Plan’ up for community review
New sensory kits to improve neurodiverse experiences at Charleston Co. libraries
SC health dept. confirms state’s first flu-related death of 2024
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Summerville roadway shut down overnight as crews worked structure fire
Deputies arrest man accused of stealing property totaling more than $100K
Student at N. Charleston-area school charged with having gun on campus
Charleston Co. leaders look to improve Dorchester Road with new project
Design options revealed for Ashley River pedestrian bridge
McMaster signs bill banning cell phones in SC prisons
Charleston County inmate sues Sheriff’s Office for bunk bed collapse
Isle of Palms leaders are trying to make your trips to the beach easier
$1.7M of Johns Island land considered for new county park
City of Charleston looking at $14M West Ashley property purchase
Charleston neighbors request non-lethal coyote control on Upper Peninsula
Lowcountry count reveals snapshot of homeless population
Trident United Way hosting event to help Lowcountry families make ends meet
ACLU sues South Carolina DMV over voter registration denials
South Carolina sets new early voting record
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Future design plans approved: ‘The Citadel Mall needs a facelift’
City officials accepting millions in state funds for West Ashley flood relief
Deputies release new details in arrest of James Island high school coach
Federal judge denies SC death row inmate’s request for parole board to review clemency
First day of early voting brings out thousands of Charleston County voters
Charleston research project maps 200 Black graves
$3M grant will build N. Charleston facility for marine firefighter training
Mount Pleasant celebrating completion of nearly $10 million road project
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Coroner identifies victim in Wadmalaw Island shooting
James Island high school employee’s lawyer responds to attempted murder case
Record number of early voters expected in Charleston Co. thanks to new law
Dorchester Co. sheriff candidates address expectations in debate forum
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Despite long process, Charleston man highlights state car repair reimbursement
Coroner identifies victim in Colleton Co. shooting
Body of Pawleys Island woman recovered, Georgetown Co. deputies say
Mom removes son from Charleston Co. School District after unauthorized pickup
One Charleston County school launches campaign to stop student hate-speech
Breakdown: Lowest performing schools in the Lowcountry
New multi-million dollar leadership center coming to Patriots Point
N. Charleston city leaders consider road safety measures on Salamander Road
Conservative billionaire to fund SC voucher recipients after Supreme Court ruling
The Biden administration has now canceled loans for more than 1 million public workers
Today's top headlines:
SC Ports president touts capabilities, future plans for booming Southeast
Charleston developers working to increase affordable housing on Huger Street
Contractor: Moncks Corner feedstore rebuild will pay homage to century of service
SC lawmakers interested in exploring revival of failed VC Summer nuclear project
Berkeley Co. Sheriff’s Office SAFE boat to enhance their abilities on the water
Coroner identifies Charleston woman found unresponsive outside her house
Colleton County student charged with having gun on school campus
City investigating after historic building collapse in downtown Charleston
Lowcountry nurses serve hospital hit by Hurricane Helene
Dorchester Heritage Center to host ‘Wall That Heals’ experience
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Colleton Co. deputy fatally shoots man armed with knife, SLED investigating
Seabrook Islanders respond to proposed short-term rental cap ordinances
New affordable housing complex coming to downtown Charleston
Charleston County promoting accessible and inclusive voting
SC schools improving, but there’s a lot to do to reach 2030 goal
State report card shows Charleston County schools excel, improve
Report card: Berkeley County schools meet state averages on test scores
Report card: Dorchester Dist. 2 schools test above average, but grad rate down
Charleston Co. residents speak out on sales tax referendum ahead of vote
Dorchester Co. community weighing in on Google data center expansion, permits
Plane departing from Charleston makes emergency landing in Louisiana
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Alex Murdaugh settles lawsuit in teen’s boating death
Susan Smith caught talking to, receiving money from documentary filmmaker
Lowcountry medics, survivors urging precautionary breast cancer care
Charleston Co. School District holds first discussion on cellphone ban
Increase in illegal charters poses safety risks, exposes holes in SC law
Harris slams Trump for suggesting military handle ‘enemy from within’ as they vie for Pennsylvania
State leaders encourage those who turn 18 by election day to register to vote
Early voting kicks off next Monday. Here’s what to expect
Arrest made amid security threats prompting FEMA contractors to ‘stand down’
First phase of multi-million-dollar Summerville Medical Center project complete
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Charleston youth litter clean-up club awarded program of the year
Survivors share diagnosis journey at MUSC Breast Cancer Expo
2 suspects arrested following a Mount Pleasant car pursuit
Georgetown Co. man arrested on drug-related charges
SCDCA to host cybersecurity webinars, shred events in North Charleston
Man with loaded gun arrested at checkpoint near Donald Trump’s weekend rally in Southern California
Today's top headlines:
Residents clean up and figure out what’s next after Milton
Hurricane Milton spawned high number of destructive, deadly tornadoes
Milton-related warnings expire in SC as storm weakens in Atlantic
How will SC schools make up days cancelled because of Helene?
Officials improving safety, pedestrian traffic for North Charleston music fest
Charleston County leaders discuss involvement in Union Pier financing plan
Charleston Co. leaders discuss preventing vulnerability to weather damage
Downtown crime decreases after King St. safety initiative implemented
Inmate to be executed for Upstate murder files federal lawsuit against governor
Harris rips Trump for his criticism of federal storm response and calls for ‘dignity’
Today's top headlines:
Milton tears through Florida overnight; part of SC under tropical storm warning
FIRST ALERT: SC counties under warnings because of Hurricane Milton
Several Milton evacuees head to Palmetto State
Lowcountry organization celebrating 10 years of supporting women in technology
North Charleston Police investigating discovery of skeletal remains
Charleston Police still searching for liquor store thieves
Community hears from Charleston Co. school board candidates during forum
Veteran support organization to hold free Folly Beach community day
‘What are we gonna do?’: SC families grapple with school voucher decision
SC Supreme Court rules on filling wetlands in historic Charleston neighborhood
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Charleston Co. officials working to improve safety in historic community
Troopers: 1 dead, 2 hurt in 3-vehicle Beaufort County crash
Mount Pleasant man charged in Charleston armed robbery
Man, 18, faces bond judge in Colleton Co. crash that killed child, hurt others
15-year-old charged with making threat at Colleton County High School
Mount Pleasant man sues GM, OnStar over data collection practices
SC legislature won’t return early for Helene special session
Attorney Gen. sues TikTok, alleging violations of SC consumer protection laws
TROPICS: Milton still a Category 5 hurricane, to make Florida landfall Wednesday
North Charleston Fire Department pushing smoke alarms for fire safety
Goose Creek leaders approve first reading of 2025 budget
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SC death toll at 48 from Helene, power outages down to 51K as recovery continues
Organization set to serve Charleston-area veterans to offset food insecurity
Berkeley Co. School parents give first reactions to 2025-2026 calendar options
Charleston County launches public engagement platform
Dorchester County Council rezones parcel of land for new housing development
Police, SLED investigating infant’s death in Beaufort County
Reward offered for information in Berkeley County cat deaths
Florida braces for Hurricane Milton as communities recover from Helene and 2022′s Ian
Proposal for new Johns Island housing complex set to go before committee
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1 injured, 1 arrested in shooting outside Orangeburg County Fair
New soccer facility opens in Awendaw, improvements coming soon
3-day Lowcountry sailing camp caters to children with autism
Israelis, scarred and battling on multiple fronts, mark a year since Hamas’ Oct. 7 attack
TROPICS: Milton hits Category 2, continues to rapidly intensify in Gulf
Former Goose Creek firefighter charged with child sexual exploitation
Funeral held for SC fire chief who died while responding to Hurricane Helene
Morning headlines for Oct. 4, 2024:
Union agrees to suspend ports strike, Charleston workers to return Friday1 dead after Johns Island shooting, Charleston Police sayThree men arrested, charged with murder in Beaufort Co. shootingLowcountry nonprofit asks for community’s help to boost access to housingBerkeley Co. leaders discuss pedestrian access on Clements FerryCharleston Co. schools approves major change to tax policyState leaders update Helene recovery; Death toll rises to 41Lowcountry first responders stepping in to help Hurricane Helene victims
Morning headlines for Oct. 2, 2024:
Vance, Walz spar over policy in final showdown of 2024 electionLowcountry port workers join East Coast strike for wages, protectionsNorth Charleston officials asking for public comment on more affordable housingAuction to benefit restoration of historic downtown Charleston churchCharleston mayor presents plan to fight homelessnessTri-County leaders want feedback on bus transit expansion for US 52 corridorJames Is. County Park could lose 46 acres to Mark Clark Extension ProjectJudges deny Murdaugh appeal of financial crimes sentenceCoroner confirms Awendaw death being investigated as a homicideSC governor updates Helene recovery, but tight-lipped on plans for Biden visit
Today's top headlines:
SC confirms 29 deaths from Helene; Leaders say power restoration could take days
Lowcountry business owner pushing for community to help victims of Helene
Troopers report one dead in Orangeburg Co. auto-pedestrian collision
North Charleston Police search for 2 in armed robbery
N. Charleston traffic stop leads to man’s arrest on drug, gun charges
N. Charleston Police arrest youth accused of firing shot that grazed woman
Political, Jewish leaders address antisemitism at colleges in Lowcountry event
45K port workers across the East Coast go on strike as of Tuesday
Today's top headlines:
SC confirms 25 deaths from Helene; Leaders say power restoration could take daysCLOSINGS & CANCELLATIONS: Schools, facilities and businesses still impacted by HeleneCharleston County encouraging people to work the polls for Election DayLocals compete in sand sculpture contest at a Folly Beach festivalBerkeley County industrial plant issues statement after man dies from 15 ft. fallSmoke near cell phone lot at Charleston International Airport
Supplies rushed to communities isolated by Helene as death toll rises to nearly 100
Longshore workers might go on strike, which could cause shortages of popular goods
Today's top headlines:
TRACKING HELENE: Warnings issued across Lowcountry as hurricane strengthensThe First Alert Hurricane Center
Lowcountry schools announce schedule changes ahead of Hurricane HeleneWindow creator raised concerns about Titan effectiveness during 7th day of hearingsPalmetto Artisan Program looks to expand to Dorchester Co.
City of Charleston highlights ‘Adopt-A-Drain’ program ahead of Helene’s impactsN. Charleston terminal reopens after sitting idle for more than a yearCharleston Co. Sheriff’s Office makes way for law enforcement careers to launch
Congress passes short-term government funding bill to avert a shutdown
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OceanGate employee pushes back against idea of ‘desperation’ to complete missions
Lowcountry nonprofit makes big impact on Dorchester School Dist. Two schools State awards $16M to Dorchester District Four schools
Motion claims restaurant not providing information in deadly Folly Beach crashCharleston Co. sheriff answers Mace’s claims of improperly releasing detaineesCharleston Co. Public Libraries focusing on digital literacy in community
Trump visits Savannah, calls for taking other countries’ jobs to put America 1st
TROPICS: Tropical Storm Helene expected to strengthen to hurricane status Governor announces statewide water resources initiative
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Co-founder of company that owned Titan testifies in North Charleston hearingsLowcountry school districts evaluate safety measures amid recent threats
State grant to help keep resource officers in Berkeley Co. elementary schools Trump to campaign in Savannah on TuesdayBerkeley Co. leaders to consider facility funding for unhoused community supportNew wedding venue coming to Charleston neighborhood
Santee Cooper stakeholders discuss proposed rate change
SC health department offering free STI, HIV testing during PrEP Awareness Week‘Berkeley Remembers’: Officials holding first ever gun violence memorial
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Motorcycle crashes into Berkeley Co. home, leaving one deadCoroner IDs teen girl killed in Plantersville shootingSecond trial on 2018 Lee Correctional riot set to begin MondayBerkeley Co. residents getting federal disaster loan relief starting this weekTrident Medical Center starts process of building new nearly $40M medical officeLowcountry Food Bank hosts event to help food insecurityHarris accepts CNN’s invite for another presidential debate; Trump argues it’s ‘too late’
Coast Guard to begin 2nd week of Titan hearings in North Charleston
Spending deal averts a possible federal shutdown and funds the government into December
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Former Titan passenger recalls day of deadly implosion at hearingsSC Supreme Court: Execution won’t be delayed despite new innocence claimFormer Berkeley Co. detention deputy facing charges in assault caseDorchester Co. deputy demoted for leaving K-9 alone in hot carStudent arrested, charged with making threats at N. Charleston high schoolTri-County students look at aviation industry with Lowcountry Aerospace AcademyUnion Pier redevelopment plans presented to county leadersState board rules against Moncks Corner cemetery for failed upkeep, burialTell us: We want to know what’s important to you in political coverage
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Tri-County leaders working to break trend of deadly drug overdoses
Bond denied for man charged in Summerville death investigation
Judge denies bond for woman facing new charge in deadly N. Charleston crash
Hearings on deadly submersible tragedy resume Thursday in North Charleston
Charleston Co. School District addresses various issues seen in schools
Boone Hall’s ‘Fright Nights’ returns to Mount Pleasant this weekend
Charleston voting leaders push for voters to prepare to make informed decision
Student group hosts controversial ‘comedy roast’ of VP Harris amid local tensions
Student group hosts controversial ‘comedy roast’ of VP Harris amid local tensions
Mallory Beach’s attorneys ask judge to step aside from suit over autopsy photos
South Carolina death row inmate asks governor for clemency
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Community meets Georgetown Co. School District superintendent finalists
Ex-employee who called Titan unsafe claims company only wanted to make money
SC crime stats released, Charleston Co. records highest number of murders
Glenn McConnell Parkway reopens after crash
Mount Pleasant Police see rise in Bitcoin scams
Ponds neighborhood to receive temporary traffic light following crashes
Mount Pleasant leaders discuss possibility of adding housing to shopping center
Officials share progress updates on Lowcountry Rapid Transit System project
Berkeley Co. EMS to train veterans thanks to state funding
Lowcountry experts urge car seat checks to reduce child passenger injury rates
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Former engineer, contractor first to testify in N. Charleston Titan hearing
Beaufort County denies development, backs special cultural zoning protections
Lawmakers to discuss plans for affordable housing in Charleston
State groups call for changes to Santee Cooper rate change proposal
Charleston Water System starts project to combat West Ashley sewer overflows
City of North Charleston announces six finalists for Chief of Police
North Charleston Police report decline in violent and non-violent crimes
Dorchester Co. to become affiliate member of South Carolina Land Trust Network
2 charged with ingesting meth in Georgetown Co. Sheriff’s Office parking lot
US Marshals arrest murder suspect in North Charleston
Doctors encourage Lowcountry residents to get latest COVID-19 vaccine amid surge
SC leaders break ground on new mental health facility for DJJ youth
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FIRST ALERT: Tropical storm warning in effect for much of SC coastCLOSINGS & CANCELATIONS: Several Lowcountry districts announce changes for MondayHearings in Coast Guard Titan investigation to begin in North Charleston MondayTrump was the subject of an apparent assassination attempt at his Florida golf club, the FBI saysColleton Co. deputies investigate shooting that leaves one critically injuredIsle of Palms boat ramp clear after car drove into creekAT&T Southeast strike comes to an end, CWA members headed back to work
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Tri-County S.P.E.A.K.S. using grant funds to support Lowcountry survivorsGeorgetown Co. special education teacher charged after assaulting 2 students
Death penalty opponents urge Gov. McMaster to grant clemency ahead of execution
Community hears from DD2 school board candidates during forum
Oakbrook Middle School plans to add 10 classrooms
Potential vape, smoke ban to come in Summerville
Isle of Palms police say parking ticket agency increased police capability
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Part of Joint Base Charleston C-17 falls off during flight, lands in parking lot
‘Like a bomb going off’: Train crashes into semi-truck hauling military vehicle
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Charleston synagogue making progress on major project
Drainage and other improvements coming to Goose Creek multi-use path
North Charleston approves 120-townhome development on Dorchester Road
SC Supreme Court rules part of state’s school voucher program unconstitutionalBerkeley County schools’ parents push for more safety after recent threats
Families sue 2 Lowcountry school districts after alleged basketball game attackTwo people receive $20K payout from traffic stop involving Charleston Co. deputy
Two organizations seek to bring awareness to housing conditions in Charleston
North Charleston approves 120-townhome development on Dorchester Road
Companies behind Murdaugh documentaries want libel case moved to federal courtLowcountry professor granted over $715K for prostate cancer treatment research
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Harris presses a more forceful case against Trump than Biden did on abortion, economy and democracy
Two appeals in Bowen Turner case go before SC Court of Appeals
Dorchester Co. first responders honor 9/11 by with training facility opening
City officials approve first reading of former Piggly Wiggly redevelopment site
Pedestrian bridge removed from main road improvement project
What SC plans to do about thousands of quickly aging bridges
$400K of state funding to benefit Berkeley Co. inmates
Folly Beach officials discuss additional safety measures for golf carts
Berkeley County, community looking to reduce ‘thru’ traffic problem areas9/11 remembrance 5k run set to take place on Daniel Island
Top headlines for Sept. 10, 2024:
Charleston RiverDogs head to game one of playoffsAndrews man arrested on drug charges in ongoing investigationDorchester Co. School District Two board votes on referendum projectsAT&T workers strike enters third week: ‘Life doesn’t stop when we are on strike’Girlfriend of Brittanee Drexel’s killer pleads guilty to federal charges
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West Ashley house fire leaves one dead, one injured
Charleston Housing Authority residents see lower energy bills under partnership
Mother of Georgia shooting suspect called school with warning 30 minutes before gunfire, aunt says
FIRST ALERT: 3 areas watched for tropical development
How sports bars are impacted by NFL football in downtown Charleston
Harris campaign plans for aggressive outreach in swing states after Tuesday's debate with Trump
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Father of Georgia school shooting suspect arrested on charges that include second-degree murder
Georgetown Co. schools dealing with influx of threats made by young students
Burke High School placed on hold after fight between students Food waste prevention app coming to CharlestonGreen Pond area of Colleton Co. to see new seafood processing center
Judge dismisses lawsuit challenging Charleston Co. tax referendum
Could AI help predict, mitigate coastal flood damage?
Another D.R. Horton development could be coming to Dorchester County
Mentor group inspires DD2 students in reaching their full potential
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2 students, 2 teachers killed in shooting at Georgia high school; teen suspect in custody
12-year-old accused of making threat at Georgetown Co. school Charleston Police officers respond to multiple child safety calls in August
Charleston County voters to see changes, improvements for upcoming election
Lowcountry blue crabbers tossing the pot over new SCDNR laws Fort Moultrie, Fort Sumter bring over $35M to Lowcountry economy
Forum held for community to hear from candidates running for DD4 school board
Top headlines for Sept. 4, 2024:
Town of Mount Pleasant bringing more pedestrian improvements
Crews respond to apartment fire in Mount PleasantDorchester Co. to conduct impact fee study to assist with school district costsState health dept. to make health facility violations publicOne dead in North Charleston shootingSC State Board approves policy to ban student cellphone use in schoolsResidents in Ladson neighborhood frustrated by ongoing flooding issues11-year-old charged with making threat to Georgetown Co. elementary schoolNew details of Gamecock women’s basketball star Ashlyn Watkins arrest revealed in incident reportFormer SC Education Superintendent Dr. Barbara Nielsen diesSchool bus drop-off causes Berkeley Co. safety concernLongtime girlfriend of Brittanee Drexel’s killer to change plea againRenovated College of Charleston arts center set to open next weekend
Top headlines for Sept. 3, 2024:
Goose Creek set to officially open brand new entertainment venueBerkeley Co. foster organization expanding to help girls in needBeaufort Co. family receives payout over incorrect address sent by 911CARTA wraps up third season of its Beach Reach Shuttle serviceCoast Guard rescues 2 boaters off Hilton Head IslandDelays anger victim’s family in Georgetown murder trial: ‘We need this closure’
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Berkeley County Coroner IDs Goose Creek man killed in auto-pedestrian crash
Where to get a free boat inspection this Labor Day weekend
Dorchester District 2 officials seek solutions to special educator shortage
Georgetown County School District gears up for first day backEdisto Beach hosts “Shag Fest” over Labor Day weekend
San Francisco 49ers player Ricky Pearsall out of hospital after shooting during attempted robbery
Israelis erupt in protest to demand a cease-fire after 6 more hostages die in Gaza
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Findings in Dorchester Co. K-9 death to be reviewed by external agency
Mount Pleasant Chamber of Commerce celebrates opening of new headquartersMount Pleasant duplexes to be rebuilt instead of larger, proposed buildings
Tri-County leaders look to boost EV infrastructure access in Charleston
Council approves Berkeley Co. plan to protect land, improve outdoor recreationUSDA found bugs, mold at Boar’s Head plant linked to deadly listeria outbreak‘All Things Baby’ Symposium to combat pregnancy problems in the Lowcountry
Berkeley County Schools update extra-curricular safety rules
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Former officer sues Charleston Co. jail over medical negligence while in custodyFamily of inmate who died of drug overdose in Georgetown County jail files lawsuitCofC Collegiate Recovery Program sees growth heading into 10-year anniversaryNorth Charleston police chief finalists to be named in SeptemberDeputies arrest man in Ladson hit-and-run crash involving bicyclistTeen charged in failed armed robbery attempt that left 15-year-old deadPlans approved for new park in downtown CharlestonSidewalk, safety improvements underway for road in West AshleySummerville officers cleared in April incident with teen selling Palmetto rosesFormer Charleston Co. deputy enters plea on reckless homicide charge
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Girlfriend of Brittanee Drexel’s killer rejects plea agreement, will go to trialFormer Charleston Co. deputy on trial for reckless homicideCity of Charleston discusses future of former West Ashley Piggly Wiggly site$5M Mount Pleasant road construction project begins, expected to last a yearMan charged with making bomb threat at Charleston airport for social media videoOne in custody after shots fired incident in Beaufort, police sayBoar’s Head listeria outbreak possibly caused two Lowcountry deathsCharleston leaders discuss new plan to fight floodingJames Island residents concerned with debris along roadwaysSC Supreme Court puts execution warrants for death-row inmates on hold
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State Highway Patrol investigating fatal crash in Orangeburg Co.54-year-old man accused of sexually assaulting a minor in Williamsburg Co.Body found believed to be man reported missing from Hilton Head IslandLongtime girlfriend of Brittanee Drexel’s killer set to plead guilty to chargesWakeUp Carolina holding Moncks Corner event to honor loved ones lost to overdoseDorchester Co. agencies evaluate emergency plan after Tropical Storm DebbyCity of Charleston discusses future of former West Ashley Piggly Wiggly siteSantee Cooper holds public meeting on proposed rate hike, demand chargesDorchester Co. sees less students than expected after the first week of schoolHorry County Police Department responds to lawsuit over deadly beach crashChild safety advocates push for stricter SC child passenger lawsAT&T workers rally downtown amid ongoing strike, contract negotiations
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Road reopens following train-pedestrian accident in North CharlestonLongtime girlfriend of Brittanee Drexel’s killer set to plead guilty to chargesNew traffic pattern at Charleston International Airport to startCharleston International Airport to experience delays for TSA upgradesTeach for America SC fighting teacher retention issuesLowcountry kids get free hairstyles and cuts for the back-to-school seasonBig Red Box – Links mentioned in the News
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Vice President Harris accepts party nomination in ChicagoHarris summons Americans to reject political divisions, warns of consequences posed by a Trump win‘That’s my dad!’: Gus Walz tearfully cheered on his father as he accepted Democratic VP nominationTrump uses a stretch of border wall and a pile of steel beams in Arizona to contrast with Democrats27th Annual Kids’ Day brings free resources to CrossTown of Moncks Corner to break ground on all-inclusive playground this fallNew federal court date set for longtime girlfriend of Brittanee Drexel’s killerCharleston man charged with murder after mother found in ‘deplorable’ conditionsCouple arrested on drug, gun charges in Georgetown Co.‘A silent killer’: Lowcountry business owner brings attention to prostate cancerNew traffic pattern at Charleston International Airport to startNexton residents fight for urgently needed lights and audible crosswalksCharleston Co. schools to possibly make major change to tax policy
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Harris’ running mate Tim Walz talks of ‘bringing the joy’ in his national introduction at DNC‘Coach’ Walz takes DNC by storm in acceptance speechNancy Pelosi thanked Biden for his wins, as she said Harris will take US to new heightsTrump speaks from behind bulletproof glass at first outdoor rally since his attempted assassinationRFK Jr. to speak Friday amid speculation he'll drop independent presidential bid and support Trump -Educational group hosts forum ahead of Charleston Co. school board electionsFormer Charleston Co. detention deputy accused of providing contraband -Development advocates, opposers weigh in on James Island housing projectLawmakers seek investigation into Charleston Co. Housing Authority’s selling of homesSC expands program that incentivizes revitalization of abandoned buildings
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Charleston Police, SWAT arrest barricaded subject at apartment complexPolice detain person for firing gun into air in downtown Charleston neighborhoodObamas close DNC’s second night with rousing Harris endorsement and pointed warnings about TrumpObamas thank Biden, praise Harris during DNC primetime speechesTrump campaigns to ‘make America safe again’ as Democratic convention zeroes in on his felony recordPro-Palestinian protesters clash with police near Chicago’s Israeli consulate on second night of DNCGoose Creek Fire Dept. to implement cutting-edge technology and save more livesFirst reading of tax plan to help revitalize Union Pier passes$100M improvement project coming to busy West Ashley highwaySmall businesses demand pause on SCDOT safety plan along Berkeley Co. roadGroup rallies against I-526 expansion ahead of sales tax vote in NovemberBlood donations urgently needed in the Lowcountry and beyond ahead of holidaysCommittee taking a closer look at rising number of preschool suspensions in SC
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Emotional President Biden, unexpected VP Harris fuel DNC on first daySome protesters tear down security fence as thousands march outside Democratic National ConventionCity of Charleston’s Plymouth Park to receive modernization and upgradesSummers Corner pool club raises excitement, questions from residentsDevelopers suggest 288-unit development in West Ashley15,000 people tested positive for HIV in South CarolinaTroopers investigating fatal three-car crash outside of SummervilleTwo 18-year-olds charged with murder of Lowcountry ‘General Hospital’ actorCharleston leaders working to improve pedestrian safety downtownHigh bacteria levels persist in Charleston waterways after Debby’s rainsTeachers ask for more clarification about SC’s new school book rule
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St. Paul’s Fire Department to break ground on new stationCity council reviews Bear Swamp Rd. improvement planN. Charleston approves Midland Park purchase to Charleston Co. schoolsPolice arrest 4 suspects in connection with the murder of ‘General Hospital’ actor, reports saySC State working to fix housing shortage before classes begin next weekParents concerned after first day brings school bus woes in Berkeley Co.Salamander Road neighbors push for safer bus stop infrastructureOwner of used car dealership in Georgetown Co. arrested on multiple chargesBluffton Police Department’s policy leads to indictment of two officersNew law strengthens protections for trafficking survivors, criminalizes child luringMan on trial for 2022 Berkeley County murder, arson and burglary
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Berkeley Co. School District leaders prepare for successful school yearPilot program aims to tackle affordable housing crises in Charleston CountyCharleston Co. deputies receive more than a dozen reports of jail-related scamsKiawah Island developer files suit against town, homeowners following oppositionTHE LIST: Lowcountry school supply giveawaysBig Red Box – Links mentioned in the News
Top headlines for Aug. 13, 2024:
Charleston Co. School District optimizes bus routes
Charleston County schools gear up for first day of classes with new fundingNeighbors call Dorchester Co. flooding ‘a simple fix’Folly Beach renourishment project continues after Debby, citing minimal impactParkers Ferry homes brace high-water levels amid Edisto River overflowLawsuit claims Sullivan’s Island nature trail was not ‘legally approved, funded’Girlfriend of convicted Brittanee Drexel killer given chance to change pleaDorchester Dist. 2 school board meets to reassess current goals, how to improveDespite SC change, Charleston Co. Schools may offer African American studiesCharleston County’s inaugural ‘Back to School Bash’ rescheduled
Top headlines for Aug. 12, 2024:
4 Lowcountry school districts announce schedule changes amid continued floodingFIRST ALERT: Flood warning continues Monday for 3 Lowcountry countiesColleton County zoo says its animals are safeHomes, cars and fences almost fully submerged underwater in Colleton CountyDorchester County leaders urge patience through continuing flooding conditions
Top headlines for Aug. 9, 2024:
FIRST ALERT: Flooding sends Berkeley County back to OPCON 1, schools go virtualCLOSINGS & CANCELLATIONS: Friday flash flooding leads to new wave of closuresCharleston water treatment plant suffers two sewage leaks during tropical stormDebby now Tropical Depression, moves past of Palmetto StateState agencies eye clean-up efforts post-DebbyBeaufort Co. deputies searching for missing teenFeds ask court to toss Murdaugh sentencing appealN. Charleston Police: 2 fatalities reported in 3-vehicle collision
Today's top headlines:
FIRST ALERT: Debby makes landfall in Charleston County, will bring more rain to Lowcountry
National Weather Service confirms 7 tornadoes stemmed from Tropical Storm DebbyCharleston announces revised garbage collection scheduleROAD CLOSURES: Flooding shuts down roads across Tri-County areaTropical Storm Debby doles out repeat deluges for weather-weary residentsEdisto Island tornado rips roof off, thrown 50 yardsPHOTOS & VIDEOS: Tropical Storm Debby impacts the LowcountryCLOSINGS & CANCELLATIONS: Schedule changes continue from Tropical Storm DebbyAct 2: State agencies move resources, shift focus for Debby’s next moveCounties begin closing storm shelters, some remain openHere's how to report damage from Tropical Storm Debby
Top headlines for Aug. 7, 2024:
FIRST ALERT: Portions of Lowcountry see more than a foot of rainfall from DebbyCLOSINGS & CANCELLATIONS: Schedule changes continue from Tropical Storm DebbyROAD CLOSURES: Flooding shuts down roads across Tri-County areaNational Weather Service confirms tornadoes on Edisto Island, Moncks CornerMoncks Corner businesses cleaning up after confirmed tornadoMan wanted in deadly Georgetown Co. workplace shooting turns himself inPHOTOS & VIDEOS: Tropical Storm Debby impacts the LowcountryCharleston curfew remains in effect, leaders to reassess Wednesday morning
Top headlines for Aug. 5, 2024:
FIRST ALERT: Debby near landfall in Florida as Category 1 hurricaneSANDBAGS: Here’s where to find sandbags to prepare for Tropical Storm DebbyCharleston mayor declares State of Emergency ahead of Debby’s arrivalCLOSINGS & CANCELLATIONS: Schedule changes announced ahead of Tropical Storm DebbyLowcountry residents prepare for Tropical Storm DebbySC price gouging law in effect after emergency declarationColleton County students begin classes MondayNew Orangeburg County middle school set to open its doors Monday
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Lowcountry medical organization easing back-to-school for families in needTHE LIST: Lowcountry school supply giveawaysSCDOT seeks public input on East Coast Greenway expansionOne80 Place shifting gears on strategic plan to reduce homelessnessEnvironmentalists and residents speak on sales tax referendum to extend I-5263 newly freed Americans are back on US soil after a landmark prisoner exchange with RussiaSuspected drug transaction ends in shooting, Beaufort Police sayMan arrested in Beaufort Co. shooting that left woman deadNew program launches to help SC military families afford childcareGolden Retriever saves dog from coyote attack on Sullivan’s Island
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Williamsburg Co. Schools set sights on increased enrollment as year starts‘Phoenix rising from the ashes’: Summerville school reopens after fireJohns Island community stirs over plans for second hotelCity of Walterboro unveils first phase of $1.9 million boardwalkOne arrested following hourslong Summerville standoff involving SWAT, deputiesHundreds rally in Downtown Charleston to show their support for Kamala HarrisGeorgetown County School District gears up for first day backTHE LIST: Lowcountry school supply giveawaysRavenel Hall and sports field now open to community after renovationCharleston County prepares for severe storms with emergency exerciseMurdaugh federal sentencing appeal gets tentative hearing dateSC Supreme Court upholds state’s 3 execution methods, including firing squads
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Ravenel council passes second reading, 100-home subdivision to be builtTen Mile community split over family’s request to backtrack zoning decisionGullah Geechee community fights for green space in historic settlementBerkeley Co. school resource officer training drill offers new bus scenarios -State agencies work to restore West Ashley marshMan sentenced to 45 years in prison for North Charleston murder of 18-year-oldOrangeburg County man charged with lottery fraud -State Rep. JA Moore speaks at online rally for Harris’ presidential campaign
Top headlines for July 30, 2024:
Transportation provider looks to ease Charleston Co. school bus driver shortageStudy looks to make changes US Hwy 52 plansACLU asks SC court to order redraw of US House districts that lean too RepublicanDD2 teachers looking to ‘clear their lists’ for this upcoming school yearU.S. Coast Guard hearing on Titan submersible set to take place in N. CharlestonCainhoy Elementary community pushes for more funding, transparencyTown of Summerville says sensitive data may have been stolen during cyberattackCharleston Police arrest man accused of attempting to assault person at gymCharleston Police looking to ID downtown burglary suspectColleton Co. family seeking answers after 7-year-old boy shot in headFederal damage loan applications open for businesses, nonprofitsCommunity members concerned about abandoned boats on Wadmalaw Island
Top headlines for July 29, 2024:
Doctors encourage following updated vaccine requirements for school year
Volunteers clean up grounds of downtown Charleston cemetery
Troopers investigating fatal Georgetown County crashMotorcyclist goes over railing of James Island Connector, is unharmedTHE LIST: Lowcountry school supply giveaways
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Charleston Co. deputies investigating after man found dead inside carFeds investigate N. Charleston US Postal Service location after union complaint‘The whole parking lot is gone’: Dozens stranded after vehicles towed during Trump campaign rallyN. Charleston mayor reflects on affordable housing progress: ‘I see a change.’Berkeley Co. holds workshop for developers seeking to build affordable housingOverturned student discipline decisions in Charleston Co. schools raise concernsWhy more SC students are heading back to school earlier this yearBarack and Michelle Obama endorse Kamala Harris, giving her expected but crucial supportLowcountry residents lose thousands in Bitcoin scam
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US files details of Boeing’s plea deal related to plane crashes. It’s in the hands of a judge nowConvicted murderer’s girlfriend pleads guilty to lying to federal agentsCharleston Police make new position to foster relationships with Latin communityDD2 elementary school schedule change will give teachers the ‘gift of time’City leaders considering plans for new downtown Charleston hotelSafety improvements coming to Morrison Drive after deaths of two womenMoratorium will temporarily prevent mass development in historic communities
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Biden will address the nation Wednesday on his decision to drop 2024 reelection bidHarris gets key Democratic endorsements as she visits battleground Wisconsin in first rallyCharleston Co. taxpayers invited to weigh in on Palmetto Commerce project
Audit underway into SC’s $1.8B mysteryFederal government grants millions to SC projects to combat climate changeIsle of Palms using $1.25M of state funding for drainage projectSales tax referendum to benefit I-526 extension project to appear on Nov. ballotScammers impersonating Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force membersNew Dorchester Heritage Center entering next development stages with new funding
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SC Democrats pledge support for Harris for president ahead of conventionBiden continues to recover from COVID-19, stays out of public view after ending his 2024 campaignKamala Harris smashes fundraising record with stunning $81 million haul over 24 hoursBerkeley Co. fire station shift change better for work-life balance, leaders sayGeorgetown Co. deputies arrest nine in sting to capture online predatorsPolice arrest suspect in deadly downtown Charleston playground shootingN. Charleston Police investigating reported shooting at Cook OutDeputies searching for missing Colleton County manBerkeley Co. Sheriff’s Office gets new mobile incident command vehicleAdvocates call for serious path prioritization after bicyclist deathWoman mourns loss of husband, urges gun safety after N. Romney St. shootingCharleston Co. working to make homes ‘affordable’ for 99 yearsDorchester Co. to enter the final phase of wastewater treatment plant projectDorchester School Dist. Two board clarifies cellphone usage for new school yearDorchester County expanding beloved 3-year-old community park
Top headlines for July 22, 2024:
Biden ends his 2024 presidential campaign, endorses Harris as Democratic nomineeSC lawmakers, party officials react to Biden’s decision to bow out of raceSC delegation to the Democratic National Convention pledges delegates to HarrisYoung South Carolina voters react to Biden dropping outTroopers investigating fatal Orangeburg County crashMount Pleasant Police investigating crash involving bicyclistHomeland Security secretary names independent panel to review Trump assassination attemptCharleston carriage owner defends horses’ treatment in summer heat
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Widespread technology outage disrupts flights, banks, media outlets and companies around the world21-year-old charged after West Ashley officer-involved shootingNorth Charleston woman accused of attacking vehicles with a weaponTrash truck driver dies after shooting, N. Charleston police confirm -Charleston County pursuing port security grants in equipment improvement and communicationCharleston County approves 2025 funding plan for transportation projectsHighway 61 lane closures cause frustrating delays for commuters -
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Judge denies motions to dismiss, alter charges against Charleston hit-and-run suspectsCharleston nightclub shut down by city for unlawful business operations -Dorchester Co. increases citizen call center volunteersAccident-prone Johns Island intersection to receive $5M in state fundingSCDOT awarded $175m to replace bridges over Lake MarionIsle of Palms plans to spend $1M in beach renourishment on inlet rebuildingState pays $400,000 after man dies from ‘negligence’ at Lowcountry hospitalsSummerville man sentenced for possessing hundreds of child porn images -Affordable townhomes coming to West Ashley leaves residents with mixed feelings
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SLED investigating officer-involved shooting in West AshleyMUSC addresses SC shortage of physical, occupational therapists with new programMore than $100K in upgrades coming to Walterboro’s Washington Street PlazaWoodland Shores sidewalk project delayed, residents asking for a timeline‘No wake’ law would make it illegal to operate cars, boats on flooded streetsDominion Energy announces lane closures along Hwy. 61Folly Beach leaders seeking senior input in transportation survey‘It’s baffling’: SC teachers call for changes to contract processNew Dorchester District Four school to open this August
Top headlines for July 16, 2024:
Trump picks Sen. JD Vance of Ohio, a once-fierce critic turned loyal ally, as his GOP running mateTrump makes big entrance the first night of the 2024 Republican National ConventionProgram gives new SC moms free in-home healthcare receives new fundingEx-Summerville Police officer charged in shooting death appears in bond courtMan arrested after K-9 finds narcotics during Summerville traffic stopCoroner IDs victim of Ladson stabbing; 1 man facing chargesLowcountry shrimpers fight against imported shrimpCharleston hoping to secure 2nd year of funding in fight against opioid crisisDorchester Co. first responders train with SCDNR to practice water rescues$1.2M awarded to Dorchester Co. homeless shelterBerkeley Co. Schools says elementary school merge will proceed next monthCharleston Co. School District releases fraction of report on investigationLawsuit filed against new environmental agency for violating river protection lawHow rate-hike proposal could impact power bills for SC Dominion customers
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Georgetown Co. School District progresses in superintendent searchState budget provision bans cell phones in classroomsN. Charleston group hopes to build bridge between Hispanic communities, city: ‘We are people’Bluffton councilwoman's license was valid at time of arrest, DMV apologizes -Lack of answers, responsibility surrounds upkeep at Monrovia CemeteryCommunity members oppose townhouse development in works for Knightsville -Drainage improvement projects are in the works for James Island
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Legality of Berkeley Co. Schools’ decision to close elementary school questioned -New rule restricts what’s allowed on shelves in SC public librariesMore details released in autopsy for gunman who shot and killed four officers in CharlotteAlex Murdaugh asks SC Supreme Court to review decision in jury tampering caseLowcountry nonprofits receive grant money to fight N. Charleston foreclosuresCharleston considers adding 5-story apartment building to downtown peninsulaHomeowners of new builds in Summerville say AC units aren’t keeping up with heat -AARP teaches Lowcountry seniors how to avoid scams
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Crashes, speeding, poor conditions: Concerns about Johns Island road continueHistoric Sol Legare families reflect on $1 million public safety grantNew fire and police training facility coming to Goose Creek-
Beaufort Police arrest man, 2 others in connection with July 4 shootingMan charged in connection to armed robberies at Summerville gas stationNew food forest to offer fresh produce to West Ashley neighborhoodState senator secures $300K in budget for Lowcountry domestic violence shelterMount Pleasant awarded $2.3M in state funds for trail project-
Why controversial education bill failed at SC State House and what’s nextControversial Georgetown County zoning requests approved illegally, lawsuit claims
Top headlines for July 9, 2024:
FIRST ALERT: Heat advisories issued across Lowcountry
Part of state budget to benefit James Island sewer project
Charleston County jail ‘severely understaffed,’ hiring across the board
Dorchester County approves more than $2 million to be used for storm clean up
Berkeley Co. launches homeownership development program
State funding denied for Long Point Schoolhouse restoration
SC educator shortage keeps worsening. Could retired teachers help solve it?
Restaurant’s motion to be removed from suit over deadly Folly Beach crash denied
Top headlines for July 8, 2024:
Boeing accepts plea deal to avoid criminal trial over 737 Max crashes, Justice Department says
FIRST ALERT: Beryl makes landfall as hurricane on Texas coast
Record-breaking travel numbers expected at CHS following holiday weekend
Lowcountry animal shelters offering reduced-fee adoptions
1 arrested, 3 at large following multi-agency car chase ending in Berkeley Co.
St. Stephen temporarily closing, relocating magistrate court
Dorchester Co. residents informed on this year’s home tax reassessments at event
Moncks Corner Police Department holding school supply drive
Dorchester Heritage Center to host presentation about The Wall That Heals
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Charleston Police investigating after shooting leaves one deadMother remembers son killed in N. Charleston machete attack: ‘He was an angel’Bike-walk advocates weigh in on SCDOT railroad plansSC using ‘BAT mobile’ to prevent drunk driving on the road and in the water -Fourth annual Disability Pride Month celebrated in the LowcountrySC woman arrested after DMV falsely suspends license receives state payout
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N. Charleston development could see ‘skyline’ changes as early as 2026St. George organization works to bring food pantry to Reevesville -Crime Stoppers of the Lowcountry dissolvingMoncks Corner man arrested for federal probation, narcotics violationsEllis Square mass shooting suspects appear in courtCharleston Fire Union lays out goals for firefighter retentionDorchester County’s new state-of-the-art 911 center up and running -
Top headlines for July 3, 2024:
New children’s amphitheater and discovery garden coming to Azalea ParkProposed waterfront development on Cooper River sparks conversation‘Warzone for dogs’: Animal shelters urge pet precautions with July 4 fireworksBerkeley Co. Schools discuss what’s next for J.K. Gourdin ElementaryState to hire accounting firm to solve $1.8B budget mysteryN. Charleston officials respond to FBI investigation into gun violence grant programMan sentenced in Charleston murder case to appeal convictionCharleston Co. deputy crashes into civilian car while attempting U-turnSullivan’s Island nature trail extension brews mixed feelings among neighbors‘Loophole’ closed in Charleston’s thick plastic bag banLowcountry hospital opening $30 million operating room expansion
Top headlines for July 2, 2024:
Investigation clears Charleston Co. School superintendent of wrongdoingCharleston Co. Schools board members concerned after attempted censureOfficials move forward with Folly Beach affordable housing studyGroup looking for beach cleanup volunteers on Isle of PalmsNeighbors frustrated over retention pond upkeep in North Charleston neighborhoodJames Island and developer clash over use of land off Dills Bluff RoadN. Charleston Police searching for missing 15-year-oldVictim identified in Charleston County auto-pedestrian crashWanted international gang member arrested during Berkeley Co. traffic stopBlood donations urgently needed ahead of July 4 holiday
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Charleston mayor reminds residents of flooding safety ahead of expected rainfall -FIRST ALERT: Tracking storms, heavy rainfall across Lowcountry for Monday eveningCommunity members discuss possible closing, merging of JK Gourdin ElementarySummerville Police Department to perform DUI patrols and checkpoints for July 4Charleston International Airport gearing up for holiday travel surgeSummerville Police arrest suspect in fast-food restaurant shootingTrident Medical Center to host blood drive ahead of holiday weekend
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A halting Biden tries to confront Trump at debate but stirs Democratic panic about his candidacyIncoming heat waves could temporarily pause Charleston carriage tour operationsWeekly direct connection between Charleston, India begins at SC Ports-
Dominion customers unanimous against proposed rate hike at hearingThree ex-Berkeley Co. deputies charged following sexual misconduct investigationBig Red Box – Links mentioned in the News
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SC Ports, union come to agreement to reopen Hugh Leatherman TerminalProject to preserve historic buildings, greenspace to Charleston deferredDamage claim denied, repairs still needed for Orangeburg Road sidewalkCharleston group seeks more members to help address accessibility in the CityFederal lawsuit claims Shem Creek allowed music performances without licenseInmate sues Charleston Co. sheriff over beating at jailLowcountry organizations push for healthcare on National HIV Testing DayLowcountry nonprofit paves way for affordable homeownership in N. CharlestonApproved state budget to move to Gov. McMaster’s desk for final approval
Today's top headlines:
ELECTION RESULTS: Ritchie wins GOP primary runoff for Charleston Co. sheriffCar destroyed, woman rescued in late-night Burton fireLowcountry organizations ask for laptop donors to reach summer charity goalRavenel Town Council tables vote on controversial rezone requestGeorgetown County council passes second reading of controversial land use proposalElection Results -Police arrest serial burglar after West Ashley restaurants broken intoCharleston Police searching for a vehicle that hit woman in downtown parking lot -Early College High School construction halfway completeQuestions remain on the merging of two schools in St. StephenRule to give state board control over books in SC schools now in effect
Top headlines for June 25, 2024:
Fmr. College of Charleston cop accused of taking thousands during arrest
Nurse accused of stealing drugs from Georgetown healthcare center
Charleston march marks 2 years since overturning of Roe v. Wade
Top headlines for June 24, 2024:
Flamingos will be popping up in Daniel Island yards for a great cause
SLED investigating in-custody death at Al Cannon Detention Center
Medicine and art: Lowcountry hospital changing lives of head and neck cancer patients
Today's top headlines:
James Island residents raise concerns about protecting treesJudge sets bond for Dorchester Dist. 2 employee charged with embezzlementNorth Charleston Police make 4th arrest in April shooting deathNorth Charleston Police search for truck in hit and run that killed cyclistJames Island residents raise concerns about protecting trees -New Kiawah mayor striving to meet community needsNew heliport on Daniel Island hopes to cut down on emergency response timeSouth Carolina advocates push for lawmakers to do more about suicide preventionMt. Pleasant polling location changed in GOP primary runoff -First Black woman to earn captain’s rank at Charleston Police leaving her markMount Pleasant’s interconnective plan to include Mathis Ferry Trail expansion$19 million drainage contract approved for work at Charleston intersection
Today's top headlines:
To fill or not to fill, State Supreme Court to decide future of Gadsden CreekLowcountry environmentalists push to remove abandoned boats from waterwaysSummerville man accused of killing man with machete at construction siteJudge denies bond for men charged in Colleton Co. triple homicideCharleston County Sheriff's Office warns residents of scam phone callsRed Cross warns South Carolinians about risks of extreme heatProgram aims to boost childcare worker retention in SCDominion Energy awards grant money to South Carolina nonprofits
Today's top headlines:
$1.3M settlement awarded in Folly Beach crash that killed bride, injured groomCouncil, residents push for a stop light on Summerville state roadSC attorney general doubles down on fighting crimes against vulnerable adultsSC service workers demand relief from ‘sweltering’ work conditionsGullah Geechee home saved by community-effort roof repairBoeing CEO grilled by lawmakers over production, internal issuesJustin Timberlake arrested and accused of driving while intoxicatedCharleston Friends of the Library hosting summer fundraiser at brewery
Today's top headlines:
Motorized vehicles not allowed on Summerville trail, cyclists spot them anywayCity to address safety suggestions for Glenn McConnell intersectionWho’s eligible, ways to vote: What SC voters need to know about upcoming runoffsTroopers investigating multi-vehicle crash on Highway 17ADorchester County approves five-year plan that will improve infrastructureFIRST ALERT: Crews repairing water line on Highway 52 near Moncks CornerJames Island firefighters await response to pay and staffing concernsCoroner IDs man killed in single-boat crash on Ashley RiverFrontrunner in Charleston County sheriff's race rejects call to drop outMother Emanuel AME remembers Emanuel 9 victims on 9th anniversary of shooting
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Nine years later: How they are memorializing the Emanual 9
Lowcountry Juneteenth Week kicks off with parade in North CharlestonFormer SC Gov. Nikki Haley announces father’s deathPolice searching for suspect in N. Charleston gas station shootingFirefighters rescue egret tangled in fishing line on Kiawah IslandMost lanes of Trask Parkway closed as Beaufort Co. crews battle structure fire
Today's top headlines:
Charleston Co. Affordable Housing Program seeks $5.8M grant‘It’s long overdue’: Folly Beach passes hate crime resolutionMore than 1,300 sites offering free meals for kids this summer in SCDorchester Co. educator facing suspension after having alcohol on school groundsUnanimous Supreme Court preserves access to widely used abortion medicationBoeing identifies quality issues with undelivered 787 Dreamliners3 men arrested after human trafficking of a minor investigation in Beaufort Co.Woman relieved after months-long investigation leads to arrest in husband’s murder‘The most powerful scream’: Woman dies after being hit by HCPD truck on the beach
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Design refinements still to be made for future Charleston hotelNeighbors worry about the future of abandoned James Island lotsGeorgetown Co. School District seeks public input in superintendent searchSC Senate District 41 votes to be recounted on Friday after close primary countsGOP women who fought abortion ban in SC struggle in reelection bidsAtlanta mall shooting suspect was convicted felon out on bond, awaiting trialEverything we know about the deadly Gwinnett County bus hijackingContainer ship that caused Ravenel Bridge closure sued over pier damageBerkeley Co. man pleads guilty to assaulting officers during Jan. 6 Capitol attack
Today's top headlines:
ELECTION RESULTS: Primary voters pick candidates for November showdownsCharleston Co. summer feeding program fights out-of-school food insecurityDownburst blamed for Monday night storm damage as Ladson neighborhood cleans upN. Charleston Police investigating fatal hit-and-run, seeking public’s help
Top headlines for June 11, 2024:
Polls open at 7 a.m. for the South Carolina primaries
A Lowcountry voter’s guide to the 2024 primaries
Dorchester School Dist. Two board approves 2024-2025 budget
2 face charges after Orangeburg County drug seizure, deputies say
Viewers share photos of hail, damage from Monday night’s storms
Charleston transit officials nearing final steps of downtown rapid transit study
Colleton County man sentenced in 2020 hunting incident that killed two
Top headlines for June 10, 2024:
Lowcountry nonprofit’s new campaign provides support to pregnant, parenting teens
Park Circle Pride wraps up 4th year of celebration
One hurt in North Charleston shooting
Memorial service scheduled for Charleston Co. emergency management director
Today's top headlines:
Williamsburg Co. case of man burned, cut to pieces to head to trial, judge rulesCrews recover body of missing fisherman from West Ashley creekSC officials urge preparation as hurricane season gets underwayRezoning request that riled neighbors back on agenda in Ravenel with changesJudge sentences youths to restitution, probation in cemetery vandalismDUI driver sentenced in hit-and-run crash that injured Charleston pedicab driverSouth Carolina GOP facing ethics probe for failure to file reportsWoman charged in ‘Widowmaker’ tree crash that killed 4 granted bond
Top headlines for June 6, 2024:
Container ship stuck on ‘full throttle’ prompted temporary Ravenel Bridge closure
Clinical trials to begin for COVID-19 treatment developed in South Carolina
Mace claims opponent cost taxpayers more than $1M during time in office
South Carolina is trading its all-male Supreme Court for an all-white one
US Rep. Mace accused of misusing taxpayer dollars
Proposed Charleston Co. teacher raise already impacting recruitment, retention
Coroner IDs man killed in Cross shooting; Deputies charge suspect
Top headlines for June 5, 2024:
Charleston board upholds decision on Citadel zoning appeal
Charleston Co. passes first reading of historic district moratorium
Could SC’s health agency merger bill be revived, or will it have to wait until 2025?
SCDOT: Additional $200 million is needed annually for Lowcountry bridges
Bowen Village expansion continues in Hanahan
11-year-old hit while riding bicycle in N. Charleston, driver unidentified
Top headlines for June 4, 2024:
Officers investigating fatal shooting incident on Folly BeachFree swim lessons offered to Lowcountry children to promote water safety‘Stay safe, stay hydrated, have fun’: Officials offer beach safety tipsPopular program returns to help SC seniors access fresh produceColleton County parents push for more organization at future graduationsFirst responders to train with Helicopter Aquatic Rescue Team in Charleston areaData shows lack of female firefighters across Lowcountry: ‘Women can do this job’New details released in unrelated Colleton Co. shootings that hurt man, child
Top headlines for June 3, 2024:
1 dead after pickup strikes tree in Beaufort Co. crash
First responders to train with Helicopter Aquatic Rescue Team in Charleston area
Deputies: Child, man in ‘serious condition’ in separate Colleton Co. shootings
Officials investigating human remains found at Berkeley Co. coal yard
Today's top headlines:
SC leaders, GOP release statements on Trump convictions in hush-money trialNorth Charleston girl shot, responding police officer hurt in crashMan charged in Georgetown County shootingHabitat for Humanity working to build affordable neighborhood on Johns IslandLowcountry Red Cross chapter gets ahead of hurricane season with program launchSolicitors to hold public panel, claim reform needed for SC judicial systemsLowcountry towing companies charging more than allowed by city ordinance
Top headlines for May 30, 2024:
Charleston Co. 911 seeks grant for violence prevention program
1 person injured in Summerville shopping center shooting
Thousands of cars towed in Charleston every year: ‘it’s a nightmare’
Concerns raised over Goose Creek intersection closing for over two months
‘A bright light’: Lowcountry family remembers ‘General Hospital’ actor
‘He would help any and everybody’: Family mourns Georgetown Co. man killed in coal mound collapse
Deputies arrest 16-year-old in Pawley’s Island armed robbery attempt
Former Colleton County clerk of court accused of dozens of ethics violations
McMaster holds ceremonial signings for trans care, child online safety bills
Top headlines for May 29, 2024:
MOJA Arts Festival plans to expand literary program, other initiatives
Dorchester Co. easement issues prompt visit from SC House Representative
City council approves proposed renovations to enhance history of James Island park
A Lowcountry voter’s guide to the 2024 primaries
Public meeting to be held on Century Aluminum’s air permits
Top headlines for May 28, 2024:
SCDNR closes shellfish harvesting season, searches shell recycling volunteers
Deputies investigating exchange of gunfire in Georgetown neighborhood
Why June primaries are so pivotal for South Carolinians
Study shows reduced ‘survival’ budget support in Tri-County despite wage growth
‘Suffering’: Residents share conditions at Summerville affordable housing complex
Top headlines for May 27, 2024:
New, state-of-the-art soccer facility coming to Charleston this yearPolice investigating fatal auto-pedestrian crash on Savannah HighwayCharleston hit-and-run victim remembered on her birthday at memorial siteLowcountry native, ‘General Hospital’ actor killed during attempted robbery, reports sayInvestigation of Paul Murdaugh causes lawsuit connected to Mallory Beach case
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Residents of Summerville neighborhood want answers on ditch cleaning issuesN. Charleston Police turn to virtual reality training to better prepare officersDorchester Co. dispatch center to improve 911 response amid rapid growthMental health call center in Charleston fields more than 4,000 calls in 1st yearJames Island Fire Chief arrested, charged with DUIBerkeley County opens first of 5 community resource hubsSupreme Court finds no bias against Black voters in SC Congressional District 11 year later, Walterboro still sees tourism, economic impact from Murdaugh trial
Today's top headlines:
Ex-Summerville Police officer indicted in fatal March shootingSolicitor clears Charleston Police officer in January shooting incidentMan arrested in connection to shooting that injured 11 people in Savannah, GeorgiaCity of Charleston hosts workshop to educate community on scamsFour area mayors come together to create first unified homelessness initiativeCould Medicaid expansion soon be on the table in South Carolina? Charleston Co. deputies arrest 12 in undercover social media chat operationWilliamsburg County family seeks answers in shooting death of son
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Former Charleston firefighter charged in gun incidentFormer ‘Southern Charm’ star arrested, charged with DUIMount Pleasant family pushes against development dispute of John Ballam RoadAttorneys release statement on investigation report in Boeing whistleblower’s deathLowcountry Conservative Club hosted a panel to discuss achievement gapMcMaster vetoes bill to dismiss pending gun chargesMcMaster signs ban on gender-affirming care for minorsCity releases update on victims from Saturday’s mass shooting in Ellis Square
Top headlines for May 21, 2024:
SC Ports hit another snag in reopening plans, Tuesday’s reopening delayedPublic feedback requested in Charleston Co. 2025-2026 academic calendarCharleston Co. Sheriff’s Office offers settlement in wrongful death lawsuitArmy Corps of Engineers shares progress on Folly Beach renourishmentTrial begins for Goose Creek man accused of killing woman days before ChristmasDesign Review Board denies proposal of townhomes in James Island neighborhoodPolice name golf club-wielding woman wanted in West Ashley restaurant vandalism
Top headlines for May 20, 2024:
SC Ports: Delayed opening of terminals could affect traffic Monday morning
2 dead, 14 injured after a weekend of gun violence across Savannah, Georgia
Man charged in Dorchester Co. hit and run that killed motorcyclist, bond denied
Coastal Fertility Specialists recognizes those with infertility success stories
Today's top headlines:
District addresses proposed Charleston-North Charleston school splitGeorgetown County Planning Commission approves controversial land use proposalCircuit Court judge denies request to enforce abortion bill at 9 weeksBerkeley Co. families seek clarity on graduation policies, district respondsSC Election Commission encourages voters to prepare now for June primariesSC retailers now told to stop charging sales tax on feminine hygiene productsCharleston cleanup initiative looking for helping hands in Westside Neighborhood
Todays top headlines:
Commuter groups, organizations dispute transit equity for fairgrounds park-and-rideOpening weekend approaching for City of Goose Creek poolCARTA bus stop bench removed, riders forced to stand or sit on groundElectric rental bikes coming to West AshleyState legislators request legislative audit into Charter Institute at ErskineOwners of Captain Sams Spit respond to lawsuit against themFolly Beach officials research what long-term rentals would mean for the city Georgetown County officials to discuss land use proposalLowcountry organization brings communities together for racial reconciliation
Top headlines for May 15, 2024:
Voters approve Dorchester School Dist. Two referendum in special electionColleton Co. School Board talks staff pay, new programs at budget meetingSummerville assistant principal accused of shoving student against wallWhen will SC’s energy reform bill reach the governor? Depends on who you askLawsuit claims nonverbal children were abused at Midland Park PrimaryTroopers looking for pickup involved in Ladson Rd. hit-and-runJustice Department says Boeing violated deal that avoided prosecution after 737 Max crashes
Top headlines for May 14, 2024:
What to know before heading into the Dorchester Dist. Two special election
Proposed budget would make Charleston Co. schools first in state on two decisions
Berkeley Co. prepares for early voting in 2024 South Carolina Primary Elections
Dorchester School Dist. Two presents $288 million budget for fiscal year 2025
Top headlines for Monday, May 13, 2024:
Charleston Greek Festival wraps up 53rd year of celebrations
1 person rescued from townhome fire in North Charleston
Georgetown Co. deputies searching for missing 31-year-old woman
Top headlines for May 10, 2024:
Charleston Greek Festival kicks off Friday
Mayor says financing plan could revitalize Union Pier
St. George Police chief resigns, mayor confirms
Summerville Town Council approves hate intimidation ordinance
Lawsuit alleges pool company took money, delivered poor or no work
Top headlines for May 9, 2024:
FIRST ALERT: Near record heat, strong storms possible across Lowcountry
Community input helps shape Hwy. 78 improvement project
Man wanted for Stall Rd. murder arrested after hours-long standoff in N. Charleston
Could SC students be banned from using cellphones during school days?
N. Charleston fire destroys 2 homes, damages a 3rd, firefighters say
Boeing Learning Lab under construction in Charleston
Top headlines for May 8, 2024:
Highway 78 project asking for community input in second public meetingPolice: 2 dead in downtown Charleston shooting Charleston community members voice concerns about future restaurant parking planUnder new law, pool contractors must have license to operate in South CarolinaSC House approves changes to how state judges are pickedIsle of Palms noise ordinance draft will go to city council
Top headlines for May 7, 2024:
Mount Pleasant mothers push for child luring law passagePublic offers input on Meeting Street Road projectFAA investigating whether Boeing SC employees ‘falsified inspection records’Police: Women killed in hit-and-run struck by 2 vehicles; 2nd driver arrestedCharleston Co. to open discussion for Rutledge Tomb preservationMount Pleasant council members discuss the future of cruise ships
Top headlines for May 6, 2024:
Students rebuilding oyster reefs with local organizationsCharleston Jewish Federation remembers the lives lost during the HolocaustPolice investigating after reported gunfire at North Charleston High SchoolSummerville fire crews respond to early morning business fireN. Charleston Police: Sunday morning shooting leaves two injured
Top headlines for May 3, 2024:
Charter Institute revokes Oceanside Collegiate’s charterJudge sets bond for man charged in hit-and-run that killed 2 womenMillion-dollar trail project could be coming to Mount PleasantCharleston man sentenced to federal prison on weapon chargeSC Senate passes ban on gender-affirming care for transgender minorsWhat defines a heartbeat? Judge hears arguments in South Carolina abortion case
Top headlines for May 2, 2024:
N. Charleston man sentenced after pleading guilty to mailing drugs to his homeCharleston man charged in deadly hit-and-run crash that killed two womenAdvocacy groups protest Moms for Liberty fundraiser in Mount PleasantSummerville man charged with vandalizing Dorchester Co. campaign signsCoyote sightings and dog attacks on the rise on Isle of PalmsNeighbors question plans as crews begin to demolish vacant West Ashley buildingsFormer Charleston City Council member facing ethics charges
Top headlines for April 30, 2024:
Charleston Co. Schools name new deputy superintendent, staff attorney2 charged with murder in fatal Stall Rd. shootingReport: 4 law enforcement officers killed, 4 hurt in Charlotte shootoutFamily of pedestrian hoping for answers after 2 killed in Charleston hit-and-runTwo 20-year-old women identified as victims in Downtown Charleston hit-and-run
Top headlines for April 29, 2024:
2 dead in hit-and-run auto-pedestrian crash in Downtown CharlestonGov. McMaster proclaims SC Heat Safety Week to increase awareness this summerFamilies gather to celebrate 17 years of the Charleston Parks ConservancyEarly voting for $200 million Dorchester District Two referendum to begin 35K Tri-County homes set to lose broadband funding aid in May, group saysCoast Guard Sector Charleston rescues eight stuck in boat off James IslandDeputies investigating after body recovered from Georgetown Co. river
Top headlines for April 26, 2024:
Republican candidates for Charleston Co. sheriff take part in debateNorth Charleston Police detain suspects in robbery caseCould $1.8B in newly discovered taxpayer money be rebated to South Carolinians?New EPA rule could limit Edisto River gas plants pollutionN. Charleston man sentenced on weapons, drug charges
Top headlines for April 25, 2024:
Median causing controversy in Summerville area sparking multiple concerns1 fired, 1 retired: Documents show changes within SC State campus policeN. Charleston woman says complaints about Section 8 home have gone unanswered Man found guilty of murdering Mount Pleasant woman in 2019Berkeley Co. faces doubled or dropped insurance after low ratings for fire dept.Charleston could lose almost 40 acres of wetlands to I-526 extensionBoard of Architectural Review approves demolition of College LodgeU.S. Customs intercepts stolen cars from leaving Charleston, Savannah Seaports
Top headlines for April 24, 2024:
Unofficial results in for special elections on Folly Beach and Kiawah Island
Charleston Co. School District working to improve reading performance levelsCity of Charleston to expand efforts to preserve African American heritageNew South Carolina law aims to protect shrinking farmlandAdvocates angered over vandalism ahead of Dorchester Dist. Two referendum voteBerkeley Co. School board members at odds over JROTC instructor pay
Top headlines for April 23, 2024:
Berkeley County School Board addresses new courses, employee salary increasesJudge sentences N. Charleston man found with loaded gun while out on bond for murderSheriff’s Office: Charges for Hemingway man upgraded in deadly shootingWhat does it take to be a firefighter in Goose Creek?Warrants detail arrest in N. Charleston vehicle fire, death investigationDorchester Dist. Two continues efforts for better employee payGeorgetown Co. to hold needs assessment on public safety, economic development
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Top headlines for April 22, 2024:
Coroner confirms man found dead in vehicle fire had been shotBerkeley Co. deputies make arrest in Goose Creek homicideCandidate in race for SC House 116 sues Hollywood mayor, says she should resignCharleston Airshow brings in around 60,000 Lowcountry residents, visitorsOpening statements set for Monday in Trump’s hush money case after judge rejects latest bid to delay
Top headlines for April 18, 2024:
1 injured in shooting at Georgetown Co. apartment complexPolice respond to crash after woman fled from traffic stop in Mt. PleasantCharleston Police Department receives extension for mental health program
Top headlines for April 17, 2024:
Two men sentenced to life in prison in death of 6-year-old Orangeburg Co. boyDog’s leg amputated after owner claims delivery driver hit him in Holly HillTrident Technical College names new presidentJoint meeting addresses safety, capacity challenges within Dorchester Dist. TwoBoeing in spotlight as Congress calls whistleblower to testify on plane defectsFirefighters fight ‘massive’ fire at Dorchester Co. landfillAlex Murdaugh to appeal federal financial crimes sentence‘Due process has failed him’: Georgetown man claims unlawful imprisonmentTreasurer denies SC Senate accusation he risked cyberattack in missing $1.8B case
Top headlines for April 16, 2024:
Goose Creek Police release dashcam video from fight that led to 8 arrestsSC atty. gen. tackles ‘inadequate’ shelter space for young trafficking survivorsSewage issues continue in Ladson mobile home communityResidents rally against proposed gas plant bill in Colleton CountyState agency, nonprofit partner to speed up oyster shell recyclingCharleston Area Justice Ministry hosts 12th annual Nehemiah Action assembly
Top headlines for April 15, 2024:
Charleston Police investigating crash involving officer in West Ashley7 charged in incident at Goose Creek bar that sent officer to the hospitalNorth Charleston Police investigating deadly weekend shootingTwo dead following crash outside of WalterboroGamecock fans celebrate women’s national title win with parade, pep rallySC lawmakers respond to drone attacks against Israel27th annual Lowcountry Strawberry Festival wraps up
Top headlines for April 12, 2024:
1 injured in Georgetown Co. shooting Friday morningCharleston County explains historic preservation ordinance to communityLawsuit alleges State Rep. forged signature of client on settlement documents‘There were bad decisions made’: Summerville Police chief speaks about deadly shooting
Top headlines for April 11, 2024:
Family of Ladson murder victim relieved after convicted murderer denied paroleEx-Summerville cop denied bond on murder charge after Chick-fil-A shootingSentencing date deferred in Berkeley Co. child death caseBerkeley Co. Coroner releases first report with hopes of preventing deaths
Top headlines for April 10, 2024:
Charleston Co. Sheriff’s Office one step closer to getting new protective vestsFAA investigating claims about 787 Dreamliner from new Boeing whistleblowerSupporters urge SC representatives to take up medical marijuana bill soon‘It’s been a safe haven’: Couple could lose home to Hwy. 78 expansion
Top headlines for April 9, 2024:
Developers request to lift large-scale development moratorium in Berkeley Co.Catalytic converter thefts continue in Charleston, police sayMissing in Mexico: Charleston family searching for loved one with dementiaDorchester School Dist. Two looking to recruit and retain employees
Top headlines for April 8, 2024:
Summerville’s Flowertown Festival wraps up 51st year of eventPolice investigating after Summerville home struck by gunfireSLED investigates in-custody death following N. Charleston altercation
Top headlines for April 5, 2024:
2 taken to hospital after Moncks Corner shooting investigationSummerville Police release arrest footage of 13-year-old; attorney respondsWith time running out, SC senators take up controversial energy bill Gov. McMaster undergoes minor surgery, office confirmsDon Holt Bridge replacement to include bike, walk lane, multiple design optionsRoad closures announced ahead of Cooper River Bridge Run
Top headlines for April 4, 2024:
‘We want accountability’: Family views Summerville bodycam footage of 13-year-old’s arrestStudents spend spring break at SC State House to highlight important cause to themSullivan's Is. mayor fires back at Charleston Water System in billing disputeEnvironmentalists to sue Georgetown County, alleging clean water violations
Top headlines for April 3, 2024:
Summerville Police release new details on juvenile arrest after video circulates1 dead in auto-pedestrian crash near AwendawWhere did $1.8 billion go? SC senator says the state treasurer breached public trustErosion woes spark legal property line, environmental battle on Isle of PalmsFire officials investigating cause of Johns Island house fireCARTA considering 6-acre lease proposal for park-and-ride at Ladson fairgroundsGov. McMaster appoints next Colleton Co. Clerk of Court
Top headlines for April 2, 2024:
Mount Pleasant details attainable housing projectPossible new neighborhood could bring 350 homes to Dorchester Co.Dorchester Co. approves new senior center in St. GeorgeSummerville Police release information on juvenile arrestMan arrested on child sexual abuse material charges in Williamsburg Co..Alex Murdaugh receives sentence on federal financial crimes‘People should be told’: No SC advisories issued years after chemicals found in seafood
Top headlines for April 1, 2024:
1 dead, 2 injured in Berkeley Co. crashGeorgetown Co. deputies investigating after woman attacked by suspect with gunVeterans receive a free Easter meal from Lowcountry nonprofitLeaders spread awareness ahead of National Child Abuse Prevention Month starting
Top headlines for March 29, 2024:
Potential development of 40 townhomes in Summerville receives mixed reviewsTaylor attorney wants FBI accountability over false accusations in Drexel caseMurdaugh lawyers: FBI mention of van der Sloot led to failed polygraph testClemson shocks Arizona, advances to Elite 8Louisville hires former CofC head coach Pat Kelsey
Top headlines for March 28, 2024:
Girlfriend of Brittanee Drexel’s killer accused of lying to federal agentsCharleston Co. provides public update on Palmetto Commerce InterchangeBerkeley Co. seeks community feedback for plan to protect green spaces Police make arrest after discovery of woman’s body outside N. Charleston hotelPossible county-owned animal shelter coming to Dorchester Co.
FIRST ALERT: Tracking heavy rain late Wednesday into ThursdayControversial rezoning request withdrawn in RavenelFBI says Alex Murdaugh failed polygraph test ahead of federal sentencingWhat Lowcountry bridges SCDOT is keeping an eye onSCDOT: Charleston bridges have safety measures in place for potential impactsConversations surround naming of new Johns Island Elementary School
Top headlines for March 26, 2024:
Baltimore’s Key Bridge collapses after ship strikes it, sending vehicles into waterCharleston Co. Council to discuss roundabout at busy James Island intersectionBerkeley Co. seeking public feedback for Annual Action PlanAdvocacy continues for teacher raises in Charleston Co.
Top headlines for March 22, 2024:
FIRST ALERT: Charleston activates flood response plan for Friday, SaturdaySC House holds hearing on law to change how judges are chosenLowcountry organization hosts meeting to address Berkeley County's growthReport reveals drug found in Georgetown Co. inmate overdose investigationThird annual Victims Matter rally held at State House
Top headlines for March 21, 2024:
Coast Guard trains for oil spill cleanup response in CharlestonCharleston County Public Library hosting casting callsRavenel residents voice concerns about rezone request to councilmembersMount Pleasant leaders extend apartment build banParents, educators discussed concerns at Berkeley education town hall meetingCode enforcement reports show violations of short-term rentals on Seabrook Island1 dead, 1 hurt in officer-involved shooting in Summerville, SLED investigatingBoeing whistleblower’s lawsuit against aerospace giant continues despite death
Top headlines for March 20, 2024:
State officials update progress of Yorktown environmental cleanup projectSantee Cooper seeks for solar developers for new resource plan‘A happy day’: McMaster holds ceremonial signing of ‘Constitutional Carry’ bill SC Ports Authority announces plans to buy former N. Charleston paper mill site
Top headlines for March 19, 2024:'Our resolve has not waivered': Sheriff's issue statement on Pee Dee paramedic's murder investigation
Two facing attempted murder charges after Goose Creek police chase1 dead in N. Charleston shootingLowcountry organizations make plans to mark Purim holidayPlan to address SC’s energy ‘crisis point’ advancing at State HousePlans unveiled for ‘Destination District’ development in Goose CreekClyburn files for reelection to CongressBerkeley Co. Schools pass $10K retention incentive for special ed. staffCharleston restaurant concerned about possible TikTok banBerkeley County adds updated emergency system to send help fasterSummerville woman pleads guilty to 2017 murder after death of roommateTrial begins for man charged in 2021 West Ashley murder
Top headlines for March 18, 2024:
Man charged after shots fired during police chase in Goose CreekCollege of Charleston fans celebrate Selection Sunday1 vacant building, 2 homes damaged in Hagood Ave. fireBeaufort Police make arrest in death of 6-year-old boy
Top headlines for March 15, 2024:
SC judicial selection process bill gains key approval in Senate
Sentencing date set for Alex Murdaugh on federal charges
Summerville introduces hate intimidation ordinanceRavenel Town Council holds workshop to get answers on controversial rezoneDorchester County partners with Lowcountry nonprofit to support first respondersLowcountry mom who lost baby to DUI supports plea limit bill for repeat offenders
Top headlines for March 14, 2024:
Berkeley County residents concerned about pothole damaging vehiclesSummerville walking audit showcases opportunities to improve safetyGeorgetown County cuts ribbon on final project in 18-year Improvement PlanFirefighter openings throughout Lowcountry show both promise and concernCharleston mayor launches flood plan to prepare for the average stormSC Attorney General Alan Wilson calls on U.S. Senate to pass Laken Riley Act‘Data drives decisions’: USC research office speaks on Alzheimer’s disease registry report
Top headlines for March 13, 2024:
Mount Pleasant council hears first reading on future of Carolina ParkSuspect in custody after downtown stabbing leads to chase, standoffN. Charleston argues plans for former Baker Hospital site, fate in council handsSC lawmakers want to freeze in-state college tuition next year. Not everyone’s on board‘We have decided to fight back’: Family of high school teacher killed by fallen power pole sues energy companiesDorchester Dist. Two adds AI referendum survey, teacher retention committee
Top headlines for March 12, 2024:
High school students share their voices in upcoming mayor programBill takes aim at diversity initiatives on SC college campusesNew funding option could give Charleston Co. schools more resourcesBoeing whistleblower who raised concerns on company’s production found deadBerkeley Co. Council postpones moratorium lift on Black Tom Rd. Development2 men planned to have ‘large’ python eat woman’s daughter before blowing up her house, police say
Top headlines for March 11, 2024:
How weather and cancellations affected Charleston Wine + Food, restaurantsTroopers investigating fatal crash on Hwy. 17A in Berkeley Co.Bowen Turner back behind bars on DUI and other chargesSuspect in Conway-area cross burning arrested again, records show
Top headlines for March 8, 2024:
Moore kicks off campaign for 1st Congressional DistrictNorth Charleston Police investigating double shootingCharleston Co. deputies search for driver who led them on chase in Park CircleSC Gov. McMaster signs ‘Constitutional carry’ bill into law
Top headlines for March 7, 2024:
McClellanville, Awendaw residents fed up with stagnant water in ditchesCharleston Wine + Food kicks off 2024 festivalSC Supreme Court arguments begin in school voucher challengeRoper Hospital launches new AFib procedureFamily blames poor health, loss of thousands on mold at West Ashley apartmentMallory Beach’s father questions boat crash investigation 5 years after her deathGovernor praises General Assembly on SC permitless carry compromise
Top headlines for March 6, 2024:
Biden and Trump dominate Super Tuesday races, moving closer to a November rematchUnion Pier Team hosts second workshop for community feedbackSC lawmakers reach compromise in ‘permitless carry’ billCharleston launching new King Street downtown safety initiative
Top headlines for March 4, 2024:
Charleston Parks Conservancy hosts 14th annual Teddy Bear PicnicOne year since Alex Murdaugh was sentenced in double murders of wife and son6-year-old ‘critically injured’ in Beaufort shootingPolice investigating fatal auto-pedestrian crash on Dorchester Rd.Tim Scott lost own presidential bid but he’s gotten Donald Trump’s attention for VPGRAPHIC: Deputies justified in using deadly force in shooting that killed suspect, sheriff saysGoose Creek man rescued after tree falls into bedroom while he was sleeping
Top headlines for March 1, 2024:
13 Tri-county schools get read to during Lowcountry Read Across America dayKiawah Island ponders next steps after proposed sale of Captain Sams SpitDeveloper hosts meeting to address Essex Farm community concernsLawsuit fails to stop Charleston County from using penny tax to extend I-526
Top headlines for Feb. 29, 2024:
County officials hold meeting to address homelessness in West AshleyHealthcare provider answers questions about Charleston Co. jail servicesOne week after Senate approval, SC House OKs bill to merge state agencies into 1No more ‘sink or swim’: Charleston officials sort through flood detection plans
Top headlines:
Rethink Folly Road project closer to becoming realityDeadline to apply for SC school voucher program quickly approachingCharleston Co. Council passes changes on grand tree ordinanceResidents of historic 10 Mile community get their wish at zoning meetingColleton Co. deputies investigate gunshots, report of wrecked car
Top headlines for Feb. 27, 2024:
1 killed after truck hits tree in Colleton CoUnion Pier team shares feedback from open house with stakeholders‘State-of-the-art’ sports complex on its way to Dorchester Co. despite delaysSCGOP chair calls for state to close its primaries; McMaster opposesArrests, charges continue for man who lives in trees on Bees Ferry Rd.
Top headlines for Feb. 26, 2024:
Time running out to give feedback on I-526 extension, road improvementsFirst-ever committee addresses Seabrook Island short-term rentalsLowcountry Food Bank holds 25th annual Chefs’ Feast GalaUpcoming road closure expected to impact Mt. Pleasant traffic, officials say
Top headlines for Feb. 23, 2024:
Charleston Co. approves more than $76,000 for new voter registration programSC teachers’ starting salary would see big boost under budget proposal‘Hallelujah’: Charleston to replace all meters to ease downtown parkingGeorgetown starts stormwater project to alleviate floodingSLED: Chase suspect dies after shootout with police, being hit by patrol car
Top headlines for Feb. 22, 2024:
SLED investigating officer-involved shooting in North Charleston
James Island resident calls out lack of crosswalk signs on Fort Johnson RoadTidelands Health introduces medical record system, app to improve accessibilitySenate panel weighs potential changes to SC’s judicial selection processApproved gas plant on Edisto River, SC House bill sparks conversationLowcountry healthcare system hopes bill passes to continue hospital care at homeFirst-ever committee addresses Seabrook Island short-term rentals
Top headlines for Feb. 21, 2024:
Lowcountry residents have 6 more compost locations thanks to city initiativeCofC Black History Month series promotes diversity in healthcare and beyondGoose Creek Police investigating shooting on St. James Ave.Supreme Court will not hear arguments on who staffs Hugh Leatherman TerminalSC Senate approves bill to merge 6 state health agencies into 1Charleston Co. superintendent sits down for first interview since hiring
Top headlines for Feb. 20, 2023:
Second reading of Folly Beach short-term rental ordinance lead to new changes Jimmy Carter’s one year in hospice sparks conversation about hospice care mythsCentury Aluminum to present economic impact study of aluminum industry TuesdayTraffic stop leads to arrest, drug seizure in Berkeley Co.Dorchester Co. shares survey results for ‘Complete Streets’ initiativeCARTA moves to next phase of public transportation study‘I get kind of disoriented’: Blind Charleston man’s public housing unit not ADA-compliant ‘One of those transformational investments’: $15M brings quantum computing to SCChange in proposed development still not satisfying James Island residentsBerkeley Co. Coroner’s Office to release first annual report
Top headlines for Feb. 19, 2024:
Charleston-based software company CEO arrested for DUI
United States Coast Guard rescues man off Georgetown coast42nd annual Southeastern Wildlife Expo wraps upNikki Haley makes ‘Beast of the Southeast’ bus tour stop on Kiawah Island
Top headlines for Feb. 16, 2024:
Trident Tech narrows down finalists for new presidentGoogle closes on Dorchester County property for new data centerSC Senate passes Compassionate Care Act: What it'd mean for hemp industriesStanding water in James Island ditches frustrating some residentsShould SC allow Sunday liquor sales? House passes bill to let voters decideJury deliberates case of man on trial for 2020 double murder near CrossSummerville police engage in realistic training in Colleton County
Top headlines for Feb. 15, 2024:
Lowcountry’s oldest church and third oldest building celebrates 227th birthdayMedical marijuana again makes its way to the South Carolina HouseParents weigh in on proposed Berkeley Co. Schools 2024-2025 calendar12 French bulldog puppies stolen from N. Charleston homeTrump holds ‘Get Out the Vote’ rally in North Charleston
Top headlines for Feb. 14, 2024:
1 killed, 1 injured in Beaufort Co. crash involving truck, motorcycleCharleston Co. to hear public input on five-year comprehensive planFolly Beach short-term rental ordinance has first reading before councilDifferences on permitless carry gun bill could set up Republican fightSC Senate poised to approve medical marijuana bill
Top headlines for Feb. 13, 2024:
Crews respond to fire at abandoned home in Charleston Co.Charleston County to learn hands-only CPR at James Island EmergencyPolice make additional arrest in Fairwinds Drive murderCharleston Co. School District hosts budget workshop to address challenges, plansLegal questions surround Charleston Co. schools superintendent hiringSC receiving $66M for electric school buses from federal governmentDSS launches ‘SC Boo$t’ program to support South Carolina’s childcare industry
Top headlines for Feb. 12, 2024:
FIRST ALERT: North Charleston Police investigating early-morning crashWoman killed after she opened fire in Joel Osteen’s megachurch; boy with her shot, hospitalizedPolice identify man charged with murder in Goose Creek shooting2 dead, 1 hurt in crash on Dorchester Rd.1 dead in crash involving tow truck, pedestrian on I-526Repairs to water line, sinkhole could take days, James Island town leaders sayHaley talks about changes she would make as president in exclusive interviewTrump to campaign in N. Charleston ahead of SC Republican presidential primaryEarly voting in SC Republican primary now underwaySC House passes bill to adjust how unemployment benefits are calculatedDorchester Co. students offered nearly $10K in college scholarshipsOfficials push for sober driving ahead of Super Bowl Sunday
Top headlines for Feb. 9, 2024:
Deputies investigating fatal crash on James Island
Charleston RiverDogs host second job fair going into the summer seasonCommunity gathers to discuss Gadsden Creek, judge ruling up for appealLowcountry business owners concerned federal credit card bill could hurt tourismDashcam footage reveals ex-Charleston cop’s behavior post-DUI arrestSC priest sentenced to nearly 22 years in federal prison
Top headlines for Feb. 8, 2024:
Dorchester Co. wants to hear resident feedback on new Greenbelt Master PlanCouncil workshop to discuss rezone postponed, Ravenel residents upsetHorse in Charleston Co. euthanized after contracting West Nile VirusJudge accepts Berkeley Co. woman’s Alford Plea to avoid life in prison19-year-old charged with attempted murder after SC State shootingLowcountry hit-and-run victim shares experience for the first timeHuggins signs contract to become new Charleston Co. Schools superintendentSC State to mark 56 years since Orangeburg Massacre
Top headlines for Feb. 7, 2024:
1 killed, 2 injured in Colleton County crashGeorgetown Co. deputies arrest 2 suspects from Wando-area armed robberyNew Charleston Co. school superintendent’s contract nears final approvalNancy Mace to deliver commencement address at The Citadel‘It was a gun battle’: Police release details in deadly Summerville standoffU.S. Marshals arrest man wanted in thefts from Charleston car dealership
Top headlines for Feb. 6, 2024:
Police: N. Charleston officer fired gun during interaction with several peopleJohns Island residents voice concerns over proposed affordable housing developmentReview Board discusses preliminary details of West Ashley shopping centerDorchester District Two book complainant comes forward, others share concernsPatriots Point intersection improvements project expected to be complete by fallDorchester Co. considering impact fee study to support school district budgetCharleston Co. School Board votes to remove rule, giving superintendent authorityNikki Haley requests Secret Service protection after growing threats on campaign, report saysSC wants to restart executions with firing squad, electric chair and lethal injection
Top headlines for Feb. 5, 2024:
Police: N. Charleston officer fired gun during interaction with several people‘I’m not going anywhere’: Haley, vowing to stay in race, holds Daniel Island rallyUnofficial results show 4% turnout in Saturday’s Democratic primaryFBI searching for NY murder suspect who has ties to SCDeputies release new details in Georgetown County kidnapping incidentBiden wins South Carolina Democratic Presidential Primary
Top headlines for Feb. 2, 2024:
Colleton Co. fire displaces family of 7Violence interruption hotline growing community programs and relationships Moncks Corner comprehensive plan heading to town councilSC Senate passes Permitless Carry bill; House must approve changesFamily sues College of Charleston fraternity for $10 million in hazing lawsuit
Top headlines Feb. 1, 2024:
Lowcountry business, nonprofit team for polar plunge, charity ride supporting veteransFirefighters respond to Johns Island duplex fireSC House approves bill restricting minors’ access to social mediaDashcam video shows man being shot to death by multiple deputies, officersCommunity reflects on life of Big Daddy’s Pork Skins owner: ‘Food was his love’Report: Witnesses alerted police to suspect’s location after officer-involved shooting
Top headlines for Jan. 31, 2024:
12-hour standoff with kidnapping suspect ends peacefully in Orangeburg Co.Man found dead from apparent shooting after Colleton Co. crashCharleston, Dorchester Co. voters cast ballots in two special electionsRavenel Town Council tables vote on rezoning changeLowcountry businesses recognized by Charleston County Economic DevelopmentSchool safety among priorities for SC superintendent of education’s budget requestBurgess asks for full recreational space at Charleston Co. Parks Ashley River site
Top headlines for Jan. 30, 2024:
Judge denies Murdaugh’s new double-murder trial, finds clerk of court not credible
Beaufort Co. man facing murder charges in Ridgeland shootingHomeowners share thoughts on future development at Charleston Co. public forumMichael B. Moore raises over $460K in 2023 with hopes of defeating Nancy Mace Mount Pleasant resident questions the town’s short-term rental regulation
Top headlines for Jan. 29, 2024:
Berkeley Co. deputies searching Francis Marion Forest for armed & dangerous man
Murdaugh team will fight for new trial at Monday hearingSC labor unions decry remarks from Gov. McMaster: ‘We know we deserve a change’Nikki Haley holds rally at Coastal Carolina University
Top headlines for Jan. 26, 2024:
The Coast Guard to hold ceremony for new Base Charleston campus in N. CharlestonCharleston community members discuss police department, racial bias auditCourt denies appeal to keep Colleton Co. murder suspect’s jailhouse calls privateBill to remove permit, training mandates to carry guns in SC up for debateCommunity forum, crime trends to guide next steps for Charleston Police Dept.Business owners frustrated by new policy at Beaufort Co. Passive ParksMcMaster joins other GOP governors in statement on Texas border securityNumber of school-based counselors doubles across South Carolina
Top headlines for Jan. 25, 2024:
McMaster blasts labor unions while touting economic growth in annual addressHaley campaigns in Lowcountry on heels of New Hampshire primary defeatSummerville couple frustrated over delayed payments for slain farm animalsTown of Kiawah Island takes action to protect Captain Sam SpitCalifornia Gov. Newsom addresses Haley, Trump while campaigning in Bluffton
Top headlines for Jan. 24:
Haley to hold campaign rally in N. Charleston day after New Hampshire defeatCitadel presents plans for summer concert series, mixed reaction among neighborsCharleston Co. Coroner expanding office and programs in 2024Dozens of accidents reported in West Ashley residential area spark concernsCharleston finalizing contracts for final phase of Low Battery Seawall projectQuestions remain after Charleston Co. Board offers superintendent permanent role
Top headlines for Jan. 23, 2024:
MUSC diabetes prevention program sees over 100 patients in the new yearFire rips through mobile homes, ignites nearby woodsCharleston Co. Board of Trustees votes to offer acting supt. permanent position300-acre rezone request in St. George goes before planning committeeTwo agencies using AI to monitor roadways in Lowcountry
Top headlines for Jan. 22, 2024:
2 injured in officer-involved shooting in West AshleyRemote-controlled car battery believed to be cause of West Ashley house fireMom joins fight against opioids after losing son: ‘This has been life-changing’Water Mission awarded $1 million to serve Tanzania and UgandaPinning ceremony set for new North Charleston fire chief
Top headlines for Jan. 19, 2024:
Two Charleston schools receive brand-new bikes, offer new program for studentsSummerville man charged with distributing child porn material on social mediaProtesters gather as Charleston Co. Board Chair attends Moms for Liberty meetingCounties collaborate to tackle Dorchester Rd. widening projectNew bill would merge six SC health agencies into oneMan charged in shooting at illegally-operated bar in Georgetown Co.‘We could do better’: SC urges vaccination as flu, COVID ‘still making people sick’
Top headlines for Jan. 18, 2024:
‘Wild goose chase’: Family questions integrity of investigation after remains identifiedGlenn McConnell Parkway widening project’s progress frustrates some residentsSummerville bicycle and pedestrian committee to launch walking auditsFree Wi-Fi could make its way to Georgetown public parksSC House approves ban on gender-affirming care for minors
Top headlines for Jan. 17, 2024:
Lowcountry organization seeks volunteers to collect data on homelessnessColleton County mobile home fire deemed suspicious by investigatorsTwo teenagers injured in Colleton County drive-by shooting‘I told you so’: Coroner’s office identifies remains as missing Holly Hill womanJudge limits who can be called in Murdaugh hearing to Colleton Co. clerk, jurorsAwendaw homeowners concerned about ditch maintenance: ‘It’s a nuisance’Proposal at State House could change how South Carolina bills become lawEarly voting underway for SC House Dist. 109 seat
Top headlines for Jan. 15, 2024:
Mount Pleasant Police Department hosts 12 agencies for Winter SCALE competitionN. Charleston organizations to hand out thousands of items for MLK Jr. GivebackVP Harris to speak at ‘King Day at the Dome’ event‘They’re being groomed’: New report reveals over 90% of S.C. human trafficking victims are minors
Top headlines for Jan. 12, 2024:
Lowcountry advocates continue to push for removal of PFAS in firefighter gearBeaufort Co. among ‘First in the Nation’ stops for Second Gentleman EmhoffTri-County ranks high in number of human trafficking cases, data showsJudge Newman, jurors could testify at Murdaugh hearing this monthSunday liquor sales, alcohol delivery back under consideration at SC State House
Top headlines for Jan. 11, 2024:
Goose Creek Fire Dept. provides 4-week curriculum to prevent occupational cancerWhat’s driving you crazy?: Residents demand changes to West Ashley intersectionMount Pleasant passes hate crime ordinances: ‘It’s a momentous night’Officials hope first baby surrender of the year raises awareness of Daniel’s LawGeorgetown County bar operator faces criminal liquor charge
Top headlines for Jan. 10, 2024:
POWER OUTAGES: Thousands still without electricity after storms roll throughWhat to expect as SC lawmakers kick off new legislative sessionFamilies face virtual learning complications after storm-related school closuresBerkeley Co. project creates homes for families in need; ribbon cutting ceremony to be held
Top headlines for Jan. 9, 2024:
Around 800 poll workers needed ahead of presidential primariesFIRST ALERT: Strong winds, stormy conditions expected TuesdayUnion Pier Community Advisory Council holds first meeting: ‘It’s really exciting’Addressing overcrowding: DD2 to vote on rezoning, hear capacity reportCogswell inaugurated as new Charleston mayorTHE LIST: Lowcountry schools, colleges change plans ahead of Tuesday stormsOnline auction scheduled for Moselle, Murdaugh family’s former estateLead-tainted applesauce found in 10 S.C. storesBiden says White supremacy has no place in the US during Charleston speechJosephine Wright, Hilton Head woman battling developers over land, has died
Top headlines for Jan. 8, 2024:
The significance of President Biden’s stop in CharlestonNighttime lane closures scheduled for Glenn McConnell Parkway widening projectTroopers: 1 killed, 7 injured in Orangeburg Co. crashRoad closures announced ahead of mayoral inauguration, Pres. Biden visitMayor-elect showcasing diversity, highlighting local talent at inauguration
Top headlines for Jan. 5, 2024:
Event will showcase renovations on historic Long Point schoolhouseCharleston man sentenced to 15 years after pleading guilty to gun, drug charges18-year-old arrested in Berkeley Co. burglaryRavenel residents frustrated over zoning changeRecord traffic death year includes jump in Berkeley Co. pedestrian deathsHuman remains discovered in Orangeburg Co., sheriff says
Top headlines for Jan. 4, 2023:
SC lawmaker hopes to remove the smell of marijuana as a reason for probable causeTouchberry sworn in as next mayor of SummervilleBill would require parental consent for SC teens to fill prescriptions Family of Berkeley Co. man gets $660k payout following man’s deathMurdaugh request for new trial must go to SC Supreme Court, chief justice ordersSC capitol one of several evacuated after email bomb threat‘Absolute mess’: Parents, teachers scramble after school opening delayed againPresident Biden to visit Charleston Monday, speak at Emanuel AME Church
Top headlines for Jan. 3, 2024:
North Charleston Police search for man wanted for burglaryProposed bill offers a solution to South Carolina’s affordable housing crisisSummerville swearing-in ceremony set for WednesdayWoman critically injured after plane crashes into pondOpening of new North Charleston school delayed againBurgess sworn in as new mayor of North CharlestonSC bill could raise minimum age required to bring child abuse charges
Top headlines for Jan. 2, 2024:
Mayor-elect Reggie Burgess will be sworn in as the mayor of North CharlestonBarricaded subject leads to delay in fatal crash investigationWhat can be done to prevent lost pets during and after New Year’s celebrations?1 dead in three-vehicle crash on Savannah HighwaySC leaders push for study of insurance costs, possible new regulationsRecords list 8 complaints against ex-Charleston cop including Ecstasy purchaseState Health Assessment finds ‘access to care’ top priority
Top headlines for Jan. 1, 2024:
Hundreds crowd the sand, streets of Folly Beach for traditional Flip Flop DropLive Oak Mental Health & Wellness begins new substance use and recovery programSingle-vehicle collision shuts down roadway, cuts off power, ends in DUI arrestMan charged in truck fires at Dorchester Co. companyCoroner IDs 33-year-old victim in crash involving train on Highway 78New state park in Georgetown County opening for New Year’s Day hike
Top headlines for Dec. 29, 2023:
Police investigating drive-by shooting at Andrews apartment complexPolice respond to auto-pedestrian crash in North CharlestonMan dies after two-vehicle crash on Rivers Ave.Property damage from Nor’easter nearly quadruples damage from Hurricane IdaliaFolly Beach New Year’s Flip Flop Drop returns with change this yearVictim’s family wishes information from Berkeley Co. was released differentlyDeputies: Wanted man surrenders without incident near RavenelDeputies charge man in Berkeley County double killingBerkeley Co. sees increase in overdose deaths, hopes to improve in new yearSC has among the highest number of flu cases in the country, CDC saysDoctors warn about asthma inhaler switch coming in JanuaryMaine bars Trump from ballot as US Supreme Court weighs state authorityClemson hopes to continue late-season turnaround in the Gator BowlFrom all of us at the Live 5 News team...have a safe and Happy New Year! We'll see you again in 2024!
Top headlines for Dec. 28, 2023:
11 law enforcement officers on leave after early-morning officer-involved shootingPolice make arrest in connection to ‘smash and grab’ at Northwoods MallCoroner IDs woman hit, killed by vehicle in Goose CreekChristmas morning fire damages Summerville wine, coffee barHousing Authority gives update on plan to redevelop, renovate all public housingFirefighters urge safety when removing, recycling your Christmas treePush for hate crime bill continues after Conway area cross-burning: ‘Do not be the last’Beaufort Co. Sheriff’s Office searching for burglary suspectDanny Masterson sent to state prison to serve sentence for rape convictions, mug shot releasedApple seeks a way in court to keep 2 of its best watches on shelves during bitter patent disputeAds coming to Amazon Prime Video starting Jan. 29
Top headlines for Dec. 27, 2023:
North Charleston Police investigating officer-involved shooting on Dorchester Rd.Debate on instant runoff voting continues in Charleston, experts weigh inSC family gets $900k payout after man dies following alleged catheter misplacement2 injured in Burton shooting
Top headlines for Dec. 26, 2023:
1 pedestrian killed, 2nd injured in crash near Goose CreekLowcountry family turns child’s medical diagnoses into heartwarming positiveLawmaker wants to end sales tax on some ammunition in South CarolinaFamily of Oconee Co. deputy shot in head gives Christmas update on his recovery‘It’s been a nightmare’: Lowcountry families struggle in ongoing ADHD pill shortage2 Lowcountry lawmakers propose minimum salary bills for SC teachers
Top headlines for Dec. 25, 2023:
Jesus’ Birthday Party community service project provides for another yearTri-County organizations give hot meals, gifts, resources to unhoused on ChristmasDeputies investigate deadly shooting at Dorchester County gas stationBeaufort Co. deputies locate wanted 18-year-old manCoast guard searching for overboard man off Charleston coastPolice investigating deadly shooting in N. Charleston
Top Headlines for Dec. 22, 2023:
Ralph H. Johnson VA hosts clinical trial to end Alzheimer’s DiseaseCharleston County Council gives OK on next step for Better North BridgeSLED charges Beaufort Co. man in connection with double homicide
Top headlines for Dec. 21, 2023:
A furry friend can be delivered right to your door this ChristmasAAA expects pre-pandemic travel numbers this holidayExperts weigh in on why number of psychiatrists in rural counties is decliningCarnival Cruise passengers return to totaled cars after coastal stormState senator pushing to expand SC’s youth suicide-prevention efforts
Top headlines for Dec. 20, 2023:
Motorcyclist dies days after crash with car1 killed in single-vehicle crash on Johns IslandCharleston mayor addresses council for final time ahead of change of leadershipRetired SC Chief Justice to oversee Alex Murdaugh’s request for new trial
Top headlines for Dec. 19, 2023:
South Carolina ranks in top 10 for pedestrian fatalities1 killed, 1 injured in Georgetown County collisionGeorgetown residents cleaning up after record rainfall throughout LowcountryLowcountry beaches cleaning up after major flooding caused by coastal stormsThird ‘Tinder Slaying’ suspect sentenced for role in 2022 shootingDoctors, lawmakers look to address high rates of prostate cancer, deaths in SCField of candidates seeking Charleston County Sheriff seat grows
Top headlines from Dec. 18, 2023:
FIRST ALERT: Flash flood warning extended again as storm system stalls
Georgetown Co. School District to hold eLearning day MondayGALLERY: Radar-confirmed tornado causes damage in Horry County
Top headlines for Dec. 15, 2023:
Multiple agencies responding after plane crashes along I-26 near AshevilleBeaufort leaders ask Gov. McMaster to declare economic disaster to help shrimping industryOrganizations advocate for alternate election system in CharlestonCommunity Resource Center fills need gap in HollywoodLowcountry hospital urges vaccination as it sees rise in flu, respiratory casesMan wanted for questioning in connection to stolen packages in N. CharlestonMan faces multiple charges after being found hiding in N. Charleston backyardSt. John’s deputy fire chief to retire after 43 years of serviceLowcountry nonprofit giving away 10,000 toys to children this holiday
Top headlines for Dec. 14, 2023:
Hollywood community questions Charleston Co. Sheriff’s Office after deputy assaultLowcountry law enforcement agencies kick off ‘Sober or Slammer’ CampaignBerkeley Co. Sheriff’s Office launches new mobile app80-ton gate replacement to improve water flow at Santee CooperFormer teacher arrested after sending nude photo to Moncks Corner studentBeaufort Co. authorities arrest 2 on gun chargesCharleston Co. School District approves expansion at 2 James Is. schools
Top headlines for Dec. 13, 2023:
Cromer elected mayor in Beaufort special electionDebate surrounds proposed Johns Island medical villageInvestigation finds $152M intended for SC lottery scholarships has sat unspentCommuters worry about unsafe conditions for pedestrians on Rivers Ave. Charleston’s Historic Nathaniel Russell House will soon be on the marketCharleston Police creating plan to curb racial disparities
Top headlines for Dec. 12, 2023:
Charleston Co. School Board appoints next Chief Academic Officer‘Unlawful carry’ charge leads Charleston Co. detention center bookings Infrastructure, conservation at forefront of concern for Huger developments‘It’s a hostile environment’: Charleston rethinking Hagood Avenue plan
Top headlines for Dec. 11, 2023:
‘This fight is not over yet’: Proposed amendment changes spark controversyCity of Charleston encourages public input for waterfront initiativeDuo inspires worldwide fans through late grandmother’s diary entriesOfficials: Man arrested in connection to police chase, drug possessionPolice investigate Saturday night bar shootingCharleston Police fire, charge officer after DUI crash
Top headlines for Dec. 8, 2023:
Union asks feds to revoke SC’s ability to govern workplace regulationsNew partnership aims to expand mental healthcare access to thousands of SC kidsMan receives $85K after Berkeley Co. Sheriff’s K-9 bit him following arrestSchool district, N. Charleston launch commission to improve student outcomesMillions awarded to combat human trafficking in Tri-County areaWATCH: Dozens of SC kids got to ‘shop with a cop’ ahead of the holidays
Top headlines for Dec. 7, 2023:
Charleston Co receives $2.8M in grant funding to improve community developmentLowcountry nonprofit seeks community assistance to give back this holiday seasonCommunity shares concerns about changes to Historic Preservation ordinancePanel endorses changes to SC school meals programDestruction, vandalism of Cottageville cemetery leaves families in fury
Top headlines for Dec. 6, 2023:
State leaders begin talks for safety plan for Crosstown intersectionSchool district spent thousands on books for now-suspended review committeePolice investigating after person shot while driving in N. CharlestonState troopers investigate deadly single-vehicle crash in Williamsburg Co.Charleston Police investigating auto-pedestrian crash on Sam Rittenberg Blvd.Groom, mother of bride killed in Folly Beach crash clash over estate
Top headlines for Dec. 5, 2023:
Dominion Energy employees bring holiday cheer to families across the Lowcountry1 killed in crash involving train in Goose Creek areaBerkeley Co. Superintendent to make material decisions awaiting state decisionFormer Charleston Co. deputy seen assaulting suspect in new body camera footageAssault victim’s lawyers react to newly-released bodycam footageTroopers: 1 dead in Georgetown Co. crashMaterials review policy up for suspension in Berkeley Co. schools
Top headlines for Dec. 4, 2023:
American Red Cross seeks volunteers and blood donorsRecycle oyster shells to keep the seafood on your plate and shorelines protectedFamilies ‘working overtime’ to find solutions in Nutramigen formula shortageCharleston Co. School District investigates threat toward Stall High School1 person injured in Georgetown Co. shooting, deputies investigate
Top headlines for Dec. 1, 2023:
Former Sullivan’s Island officer receives $105K in payout after lawsuit
Ex-lawyer Cory Fleming formally disbarred by SC Supreme CourtCharleston Councilmembers, officials, discuss affordable housing at Union PierCharleston addressing Hagood Avenue Flooding with new projectCharleston Co. man found guilty of sexually assaulting 11-year-old girlCharleston Southern breaks record for packing most Operation Christmas Child boxes
Top headlines for Nov. 30, 2023:
House fires displace two families in Beaufort Co.Teen gifted car from Lowcountry nonprofitGoose Creek surveys people for bike and path planOrganizers make next steps in Gullah Geechee Heritage Preservation ProjectControversial Lowcountry judge won’t serve second term after failed selection voteCity of Charleston addressing ‘loophole’ in plastic bag ban
Top headlines for Nov. 29, 2023:
Judge accepts plea deal, sentences Murdaugh on financial crime charges
Woodland Shores Rd. neighbors discuss plan for land near Maybank HighwayMUSC participates in diabetes clinic catering to pregnancy careCharleston City Council takes on Sumar Street, Woodland Shores projectsCharleston 9 Memorial almost complete 16 years after tragedyDorchester Co. Sheriff’s Office makes ‘significant’ arrest after drag racing bust
Top headlines for Nov. 28, 2023:
Pedestrian killed after being struck by tractor-trailer in Berkeley CountyJudge sets bond for ex-Charleston Co. deputy accused of knocking man unconsciousMurdaugh to appear for sentencing hearing on financial crime chargesDeath of 6-year-old boy during hunting trip ruled accidental‘Our hearts are broken’: James Island crash victims’ family remembers their livesBerkeley Co. deputies make arrest in 2018 missing person cold caseCharleston Beach Foundation asks Isle of Palms, SCDOT to revoke parking planCharleston to reframe waterfront planning on peninsulaNikki Haley hosts town hall event in Beaufort CountySC teacher shortage reaches unprecedented high for another year
Top headlines for Nov. 27, 2023:
Pedestrian fatally struck in Sunday night Dorchester Co. crashMan arrested in connection to deadly shooting in N. CharlestonMurdaugh to be sentenced Tuesday on state financial crime chargesFoster families take home nearly half of Berkeley Animal Center's dogs, cats46th Annual Toy Run hosted by Lowcountry ABATE chapters, Salvation ArmyEvents honoring Rosalynn Carter to begin MondayGas prices more than 20 cents lower than one year ago
Top headlines for Nov. 24, 2023:
Make the most out of your Black Friday shopping
SC Sec. of State encourages to ‘give from the heart, but please give smart’Beaufort Co. deputies investigate shooting in Burton
Top headlines for Nov. 23, 2023:
Man charged with 35 child sex crimes in Charleston pleads guilty, gets no prison time
Colleton County clerk of court’s son arrested on wiretapping charge‘Widowmaker Tree’ controversy peaks after deadly weekend crash‘It’s just so bad’: residents beg for change at Berkeley Co. intersection
Top headlines for Nov. 22, 2023:
Unofficial election results: Cogswell to lead as next mayor of Charleston
Goose Creek Fire Dept. hosting toy drive for first time SC attorney general announces indictments connected to illegal cellphones in prisons‘Not hiding anything’: Contractor appears in bankruptcy court after failing to showWhy dozens of ballots in Charleston mayoral elections were ‘challenged’
Top headlines for Nov. 21, 2023:
Voters to decide on three Charleston County runoff races TuesdayBerkeley County School Committee recommends guidelines on instructional materialLowcountry family marks Statewide Adoption Day with adoption of two daughters‘Heart’s pounding’: Northwoods Mall employees’ reactions to ‘smash and grab’Folly Beach runoff will decide winner of final council seatOne80 Place fights food insecurity with ‘Turkey and a $20′
Top headlines Nov. 20, 2023:
Charleston International prepares for holiday travel rushCharleston mayoral candidates make final campaign bids before runoff electionBerkeley Animal Center battles cat overpopulation with TNVR programCharleston Co. pursuit ends with deadly crash on Hwy. 78, troopers sayTroopers: 1 dead in Berkeley County crash near Russellville
Top headlines for Nov. 17, 2023:
Cops on the Coop back raising money for Special Olympic AthletesNew Union Pier team says public interest will be at the forefront of planningCharleston Police seek more information in deadly downtown gas station shootingFormer Orangeburg Co. teacher accused of having sexual relationship with teen‘SC’s first’: SCDP chair after New Hampshire defies Democratic primary calendarDeputy and suspect shot after chase in Oconee County
Top headlines for Nov. 16, 2023:
Scan looks to detect lung cancer at earlier stagesUnion Pier committee introduces planning consultant to projectCharleston Police receive community feedback on policing following audit SC attorney general calls for governor to have greater role in judicial selectionWho holds power over school board’s superintendent decisions?
Top headlines for Nov. 15, 2023:
Trident United Way’s 23rd annual ‘Days of Caring’ event returnsLowcountry shrimpers ask statewide, federal aid in domestic ‘dumping crisis’Reports: Over half of vehicle break-ins involve unlocked carsReport: How Charleston Police applied recommendations from Racial Bias AuditPolice, SCDOT consider changes after car drives down Ravenel Bridge walking laneThe Salvation Army seeks volunteers for biggest fundraising initiative
Top headlines for Nov. 14, 2023:
A park in Charleston could soon get a refresh after nearly a decade of usePolice escort pastor out of Charleston Co. School Board meetingCharleston Co. School Board removes four Health Advisory Committee MembersWATCH: Tecklenburg, Cogswell debate issues ahead of runoff electionThousands of historic artifacts unearthed as Congaree River cleanup wrapsLowcountry truck owners ask reconsideration of ‘Carolina Squat’ modification lawHundreds of thousands spent on Charleston Co. superintendent search, contractsCharleston County School District’s Constituent Board member pay raise in talks
Top headlines for Nov. 13, 2023:
Cogswell, Tecklenburg to hit debate stage ahead of runoff electionTri-County nonprofit pushes for community center serving LGBTQ+ youthCoroner identifies 34-year-old man killed in downtown Charleston shootingRepublican presidential candidate Scott announces he is dropping out of race
Top headlines for Nov. 9, 2023:
Prison literacy program that supports family bonds renamed after former SC governorWhat the passage of the bond referendum means for the future of Charleston parksNorth Charleston restaurant owner claims they’re targeted in noise complaintsBuilding with hotel, residential space under review in CharlestonIsle of Palms voters reject limits on short term rentalsCity of Charleston voters get a chance to do it again with mayoral runoff
Morning, Y'all! Election special:
Election ResultsELECTION RESULTS: Final votes are being tallied across the LowcountryCity of Charleston voters get a chance to do it again with mayoral runoffFamiliar face chosen as North Charleston’s next leaderProsecutor in Bowen Turner case seeks to become judgeColleton Co. Clerk of Court denies Murdaugh jury tampering in affidavit
Top headlines for Nov. 7, 2023:
ELECTION DAY: Polls open at 7 a.m. across South Carolina
Charleston Police respond to reports of gunfire, locate person hit by carPolice investigate reported shooting, armed robbery at North Charleston clubDeputies search for missing 84-year-old Georgetown County manBerkeley Co. apartment complex corrects 64 fire violations, fire officials sayJustice Kittredge calls for more transparency, accountability in state courtsDriver cited after driving in pedestrian lane of Arthur Ravenel Jr. BridgeWilliamson becomes first Democrat to file for SC presidential primary
Top headlines for Nov. 6, 2023:
Positive Vibes launches hotline to curb youth violence, foster community supportCoroner identifies 54-year-old man found dead in Lake MoultrieTransportation Authority to offer free rides to polling locationsCharleston Museum hosting children’s election day workshopDeputies search for missing, endangered Hilton Head Island man2 Lowcountry schools among those designated ‘Champions of the Environment’
Top headlines for Nov. 3, 2023:
Fmr. Charleston Co. substitute teacher arrested in connection to sexual exploitation of a minorU.S. Justice Dept. to investigate Charleston, Richland Co. jailsNearly half of SC residents struggle to afford basic necessities, data showsLawsuit alleges North Charleston businesses served DUI suspect ‘We’ve been living a nightmare’: Lawsuit in Drexel case aims to target human trafficking
Top headlines for Nov. 2, 2023:
Children’s Trust of SC outlines legislative priorities to improve child care access, lower infant mortality rateOfficials: One person killed in Charleston Co. vehicle crash Troopers: One person killed in single-vehicle crash in Berkeley CountyBerkeley Co. addresses corrections this election season after 2022 auditDeputies search for missing 17-year-oldTwo ‘Tinder Slaying’ suspects plead guilty to murderNew Charleston Police Chief takes Oath of OfficeAlex Murdaugh’s defense wants judge removed from future trialsDog found with maggot-infested wound healed enough for adoption
Top headlines for Nov. 1, 2023:
1 dead in ‘unprovoked’ Moncks Corner dog attack, deputies sayFaith-based rehabilitation organization enhances experience of those seeking helpFormer Midlands police chief convicted for cyberstalking and threats in multi-victim sextortion schemeN. Charleston neighbors concerned about I-26 exposure from nearby developmentPolice release new details, pictures of truck in deadly hit-and-runCharleston widow pleads for community’s help to solve husband’s murder case
Top headlines for Oct. 31, 2023:
‘Nobody’s speaking up’: N. Charleston mom seeks answers months after son, daughter shotCharleston Co. Schools to announce acceleration school ratingsPolice search for truck in hit-and-run that killed pedestrianOrangeburg Co. deputies seeking clues in deadly 2022 shootingCharleston Co. sheriff announces funding for jail education programsMagnolia development continues on 140 acres in neck of Charleston PeninsulaSC firefighters push for more inclusive Halloween experiencesReport: Man charged after leading police on chase with 4-year-old in front seat
Top headlines for Oct. 27, 2023:
Only 25% of CARTA stops have seating, shade raising concerns for ridersCharleston Co. School Board to review superintendent report, possible separationCoroner reports alarming increase in Berkeley Co. traffic fatalities this yearSchool, district leaders discuss air quality with Whitesides Elementary parentsInsurance fraud on the rise, with honest South Carolinians paying the priceCrews recover body in water after boat crash on Pee Dee River, coroner IDs victimGeorgetown leaders demand answers, transparency on 17% utility bill increase
Top headlines for Oct. 26, 2023:
Charleston Co. School Board member to stay the night at school to prove it’s safeOnline dashboard reveals how SC school districts spend billions in taxpayer dollarsN. Charleston Police investigating homicide on Adair St.Proposed designs, details revealed for hotel coming to Charleston Lawsuit filed against Charleston Fire Department claims hazing, harassment Deputy charged with assault accused of falsifying incident report, file states
‘Educate the kids’: Mayors call for change at Charleston Co. School BoardSLED charges former Berkeley County Sheriff’s deputy after 2022 incidentCoroner IDs inmate found unresponsive at Al Cannon Detention CenterN. Charleston police investigating report of people shooting from vehiclesMurder trial begins for man accused of shooting wife on Nexton Pkwy.Judge rules Colleton Co. murder suspect jail calls are public informationCarnes Crossroads development looks to forge community bonds
Top headlines for Oct. 24, 2023:
N. Charleston police investigating report of people shooting from vehicles
‘Good Catch Seafood Connection’ fights food insecurity in the LowcountrySC Dept. of Transportation addresses road concerns on portion of Johns IslandCharleston Co. School Board holds first monthly meeting since suspension voteOfficials hold meeting to discuss public housing, Gadsden GreenColleton Co. Schools responds parent’s complaint of child’s consistent bullyingMan on trial for wife’s 2021 murder in Nexton
Top headlines for Oct. 23, 2023:
Early voting opens Monday across South CarolinaCharleston Co. School Board members to seek update on investigation
Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Organizations work to break cycles for victimsSC American Lung Association sees fundraising win in annual walk against cancerNAACP meeting to feature residents’ attorney in Gadsden Green housing battle
Top headlines for Oct. 20, 2023:
High levels of CO2, medical emergencies prompt eLearning days at Whitesides Elem.Local developer hopeful about Shem Creek boutique hotel future after lawsuit winCharleston Housing Authority to testify on Gadsden Green conditionsEagle Creek feasibility study approved for Dorchester CountyGroups focusing on ‘epidemic’ of unsafe teen drivingDeSantis to visit Mount Pleasant FridayChristie to hold Charleston town hall SaturdayCharleston Co. Sheriff’s Office launches expungement clinic
Top headlines for Oct. 19, 2023:
Whitesides Elementary to hold eLearning day Thursday‘They don’t have a voice’: Charleston group pushes for ban on animal tetheringVictim awarded over $750K after sexual assault by Citadel camp counselorN. Charleston pursuit ends with crash in Ladson, police sayPossible amendment coming to Summerville’s panhandling ordinanceLeaders hear proposals for future of DSS building on Rivers AvenueStop-arm cameras will be latest tool to boost school bus safety in SC
Top headlines for Oct. 18, 2023:
City of Charleston makes residents’ lives easier with new trash appState to remain in control of Murdaugh’s assets, judge rulesCharleston County School superintendent withdraws proposal to leave district ‘Alumina dust’ issue fixed, Berkeley Co. plant returns to normal operationsSC court grants stay of Alex Murdaugh’s appeal so he can seek new trial
Top headlines for Oct. 17, 2023:
Community, school board members rally against Charleston Co. Board of TrusteesMoncks Corner man identified in fatal College Park Rd. crashCoroner: Summerville 6-year-old fatally struck after falling from golf cartSC Ports leader credits deepened harbor, increased cargo capacity for growthGeorgetown County Schools launches new security measure for all middle, high schoolsScott files to appear on SC Republican primary ballotSC Shrimp Association asks public’s help in fighting imported shrimp crisis
Top headlines for Oct. 13, 2023:
8th Annual Hope Walk brings awareness to domestic violence$15M in grants set aside to bring healthcare to rural, underserved areas of SC‘Stand with Israel’ event at Charleston City Hall draws crowdCharleston sees big jump in firefighter applicants amid better pay, recruitingGoose Creek looks for resident feedback on walking, biking infrastructureSecond teen charged with murder in Stall Rd. shootingReplacement helicopter headed to Charleston Co. Sheriff’s OfficeCorrections department believes it has fix to illegal phones plaguing SC prisonsSC man accused of multiple rapes set to leave prison after 16 months
Top headlines for Oct. 12, 2023:
MUSC officials speak on significance of breast cancer early detection and self-care‘Banned Books Week’ event at N. Charleston bookstore highlights ban historyOne in custody after Charleston bank robbery, police sayDeputies: Murder suspect out on bond, woman arrested on weapon, drug charges Kamala Harris speaks at College of Charleston in ‘Fight for Our Freedoms’ tourJustice Department awards billions to enhance services for crime victims
Top headlines for Oct. 11, 2023:
Troopers seek information in deadly hit-and-run crash on I-26Man searching for answers after hit-and-run in downtown CharlestonMajor land expansion coming to Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge in Awendaw‘We have a long way to go’: New SC school report cards show progress, challenges‘She was scared for her life’: West Ashley parents react to shooting at parkSupreme Court weighs whether South Carolina targeted Black voters in redistricting
Top headlines for Oct. 10, 2023:
17-year-old hurt in shooting at West Ashley Park
South Carolina Rep. Nancy Mace voices support for IsraelCommunity packs Charleston County Board of Trustees meeting‘Alumina dust’ plant emissions concern Goose Creek community‘We want peace in the world’: Lowcountry feels effects of war in IsraelState lawmakers urged to intervene in Charleston Co. School Board concerns61-year-old charged after biting man, lighting door on fire in separate incidents
Top headlines for Oct. 9, 2023:
SC lawmakers react to Hamas attack on IsraelUS Supreme Court to decide if SC Congressional map discriminates against Black voters‘All children are capable:’ National camp teaches sailing to kids with autism Coast Guard medevacs injured man from survey vessel offshore Charleston
Superintendent sues Charleston County School DistrictCharleston Co. House Delegation calls meeting to discuss school board’s actions‘You will be dearly missed’: Midway Fire Rescue firefighter dies in off-duty motorcycle crashSC leaders, military base commanders gather for annual governor’s briefingGroup to further preserve remains of historic Colonial-era fort at Marion SquareCity of Goose Creek to hold meeting on alumina dustVice President Kamala Harris to speak at College of CharlestonDorchester County sends fmr. President Trump an invoice following campaign rally
Top headlines for Oct. 5, 2023:
MUSC, Fetter Health introduce free diabetes program for womenCity of Charleston approves removal of 21 grand trees DD2 addresses bullets found at Ashley Ridge High SchoolHouse reps from SC push for a better future in midst of Speaker oustState agents honor fallen K-9 Rico with ceremony at criminal justice academyDorchester Dist. 2 to implement metal detectors at all high schoolsFamily feeling failed by system, overwhelmed by news of overturned conviction
Top headlines for Oct. 4, 2023:
‘I’m still in shock’: Man crashes into 78-year-old woman’s bedroom overnightNew dashcam video shows Charleston mayoral candidate getting arrested for DUIBerkeley County Schools committee reviews first batch of challenged booksGovernor, mayor weigh in on Charleston School Board questionsYMCA provides free membership to Berkeley Co School District employees
Top headlines for Oct. 3, 2023:
Police make arrest in Fairwind Drive shootingWoman charged with attempted murder in N. Charleston shootingConcerns surround Berkeley Co. Schools book review committeesAdvocates, school board members question validity of parent’s 93 book challengesSC works to ensure rural counties play role in economic development surgeConstruction to renovate Archer School into affordable housing ramps upFamily of man shot, killed in Hemingway plead with community to end gun violenceCharleston Co. School Board members call for change, reversals of recent actionsDorchester Co. to build fire-EMS station in Summers Corner next yearTeen charged in shooting death of N. Charleston 19-year-oldDorchester County to hold meetings on transportation plans
Top headlines for Oct. 2, 2023:
2-year-old injured in hit and run, suspect in custody
Emergency crews respond to fire at Charleston condominiumPolice investigating deadly shooting at Hanahan apartment complexSettlement reached with husband of bride killed in Folly Beach wedding night crashCharleston Co. school board members to address recent actions taken‘It is senseless’: Family, authorities ask public to help solve Summerville shootingTeacher’s Pet Foster Program teaches children animal compassion, responsibility
Top headlines for Sept. 29, 2023:
Suspect killed K-9 before being fatally shot during manhunt, state agents sayGRAPHIC: Photos of blood-stained cap released as deputy recovers from shootingTwo men convicted in shootout outside of Berkeley Co. bowling alley
SeaRise project to fight against climate change Lowcountry Youth Services evicted from headquarters, forced to find new one
Top headlines for Sept. 28, 2023:
Schools near Johns Island shooting close amid search for suspectMOJA Arts Festival kicks off ThursdayFuneral arrangements announced for former SC Rep. David Mack IIISC attorney, former Citadel football QB Stanley Myers dies, school confirmsCharleston, Army Corps of Engineers partner to study inland floodingCharleston Co. Schools superintendent releases statement regarding suspension
Top headlines for Sept. 27, 2023:
Charleston Fire hosts free education event to save lives‘We need answers’: Concerns raised over Charleston Co. school superintendent’s suspensionMount Pleasant Police investigate suspicious activities involving pamphletsCommunity hosts ‘vigil’ to rally behind Charleston Co. superintendentDevon Forest neighbors seek transparency over plant emission worries‘Not just a girlfriend’: Victim’s daughter shares her mother’s legacy
Top headlines for Sept. 26, 2023:
Health officials in South Carolina spread awareness of HIV medication‘We’re going to break our own record,’ Trump tells SC votersCharleston Co. School Board votes to place superintendent on paid leaveStall High School student charged after stabbing another studentMore tourists visiting, spending more money during Charleston tripsStudent state testing scores seen as promising trend in Williamsburg CountyJames Island coyote sightings bring safety concerns to residents
Top headlines for Sept. 25, 2023:
Trump makes appeal to SC voters to stay front-runner in GOP primary fieldTrump’s visit expected to impact traffic around Summerville Monday‘Let us not fall asleep at the wheel’: Charleston NAACP opens doors to new facilityGeorgetown Co. deputies searching for man in armed robberyEvidence in Rick Chow murder case dismissed due to search warrants that lack ‘probable cause,’ judge rules
Top headlines for Sept. 22, 2023:
1 killed, 3 injured in Berkeley County crashJames Island residents voice opinions against proposed developmentCharleston Co. Council approves the rezoning of Andell WestNorth Charleston Police look to ID suspects in ATM robbery911 call shows bizarre circumstances of F-35 ejection: ‘Not sure where the airplane is’City asks for input on peninsula’s future, neighborhoods, businesses and mobilityDeon Tedder certified winner of the SC Senate 42 primary after recount
Top headlines for Sept. 21, 2023:
Charleston’s Neighborhood Services Division gearing up for ‘Operation Neighborhood’U-Haul smashes into mobile home in Colleton CountyMurdaugh in court Thursday for guilty plea on federal financial crimesCharleston Co. School District continues discussion on early learning centerCARTA undergoing study to optimize, improve peninsula bus routes, serviceNoise ordinance petition sparks controversy over Edisto Beach’s live musicLawmakers hear from students, schools on potential changes to SC high school sportsDorchester Co. launches automated 911 systemTest results show how Tri-County area highschoolers are faring
Top headlines for Sept. 20, 2023:
Crews respond to Mount Pleasant structure fireUnofficial results: Deon Tedder in lead of SC Senate Dist. 42 raceNeighbors near site of F-35 jet crash say they feel ‘blessed’Couple seeking change at ‘deadly’ intersection in AndrewsBerkeley County deputies hosting car seat check SaturdaySC ready to carry out executions by lethal injection again, governor saysSuspect hospitalized, deputy hurt in Dorchester Co. pursuit that ended with crash‘Nothing is being done’: Uptick in fights, bullying at Colleton Co. schools
Top headlines for Sept. 19, 2023:
City of Charleston launches plan aimed at shaping the future of the peninsulaGroups call for transparency from Berkeley County Schools on book reviewsDem looking to unseat Mace hopes Supreme Court upholds ruling in gerrymandering caseCommittee holds public meeting to discuss Union Pier constructionData: DD2 sees rise in percentage of students living in povertyMt. Pleasant residents push to preserve park following recreational plans
Top headlines for Sept. 18, 2023:
Charleston Police Chief candidates to meet with city leaders, community members Driver dies after hitting power pole in Berkeley CountyPilot ejected after ‘mishap’ involving F-35, search for missing plane ongoingFormer Rep. Bakari Sellers endorses SC Senate candidate Wendell GilliardExperts advise car seat inspections to reduce travel risks
Top headlines for Sept. 15, 2023:
Abortion providers file new lawsuit challenging SC’s ‘fetal heartbeat law’Millions awarded to Lowcountry groups who help crime victimsCharleston Co. man charged with criminal sexual conduct with a minorFleming sentenced, Murdaugh trial date set in Beaufort Co. courtMan facing charges in connection to deadly Saint Helena Island shooting
Top headlines for Sept. 14, 2023:
Mount Pleasant Police looking for missing man
Berkeley Co. petting zoo owner convicted of inhumane treatment of animalsMurdaugh, Laffitte and Fleming to appear in Beaufort Co. court ThursdayWest Ashley Revitalization Commission provides update on future of Sumar StreetLowcountry hospitals prepare as doctors see new COVID strain, flu, RSVProject leaders to provide update on West Ashley revitalization master plan
Top headlines for Sept. 13, 2023:
Law enforcement involved in foot pursuit in North CharlestonCould every student get free meals at SC schools? Panel considers benefits, costsCharleston Co. Board Chair says ‘no motion for a vote’ during special meetingDD2 details potential timeline to reduce school populations, community respondsReport: Isle of Palms Police see nearly 20% increase in charges filedPorter-Guad kicks off HBCU week with event to honor Black studentsOrangeburg Co. athletic director helping student athletes become NCAA eligible
Top headlines for Sept. 12, 2023:
No action taken after hours-long Charleston Co. School Board meetingCharleston leaders to announce keynote speakers for MLK business summitFive people named as candidates to lead Charleston Police DepartmentFundraiser to help hit-and-run victim at Avondale Wine and CheeseUSC honors three alumni who began the future of diversity at university, celebrates 60 years of desegregationCharleston Co. Rescue Squad training sessions open to new recruits
Top headlines for Sept. 11, 2023:
Lowcountry events to mark 9/11 anniversary Monday10th annual 9/11 Silent Walk honors the fallenMicro-school combines public education, homeschooling, unique environment learning
DD2 board to receive information about potential attendance line shifts1 person arrested in Goose Creek shooting that injured 2 people‘Palmetto Life’ debuts Monday as Live 5 News expands Lowcountry news4 Charleston Co. school board members raise questions about special meeting
Top headlines for Sept. 8, 2023:
Teen arrested after making bomb threat at Andrews High School, officials sayCoroner identifies woman shot to death in Summerville, boyfriend chargedSuspects charged in deadly Easter shooting in Orangeburg Co.Judge grants voice to people of Pine Island in ongoing development legal battleGoose Creek boat landing dredging to begin after years of delaysSC leaders lay out plan for helping state’s nearly 400K veterans over next yearAG Wilson requests SLED to investigate jury tampering allegations in Murdaugh casePublic talks about future of land development in Georgetown Co.Goose Creek Fire Department introduces pain management kit
Top headlines for Sept. 7, 2023:
Bicyclist killed in Colleton County crashGroups come together for Charleston marsh clean upBeach erosion results from Idalia, Edisto Beach officials plan repairsNarcan becomes available this week at major stores in the Lowcountry Summerville starts drone program to certify employees, save time, moneyJudge did not have authority to grant killer’s early release, SC Supreme Court says‘We don’t matter’: Residents disclose living conditions at Gadsden GreenAll 180 pets at Dorchester Paws emergency fostered during Idalia
Top headlines for Sept. 6, 2023:
New SC READY results show improvements in Lowcountry schools‘Instructional loss’: New state test scores show impact of COVID-19 in schoolsThe Blood Connection in need of donations after IdaliaMurdaugh defense ‘very optimistic’ about trial amid jury tampering allegationsGilliard, Tedder to likely head to a runoff election for SC Senate Dist. 42North Charleston officers make arrest in Sorentrue Ave. shooting13-year-old Georgetown Co. student charged with disrupting schools
Top headlines for Sept. 4, 2023:
Schedule changes, road closures planned for Labor DayMurdaugh attorneys seeking new trial based on ‘discovered evidence’Charleston Police make 1 arrest while investigating gunfire12 displaced after vehicle crashes into Charleston apartment buildingFamily asks for community’s help to solve killing of 23-year-old Summerville manCharleston Fire Department working to improve diversity‘Accountability will prevail’: Family, friends gather for Allisha Watts funeral serviceJimmy Buffett died after a four-year fight with a rare form of skin cancer, his website saysCommunity honors Rev. Miller upon retirement from ‘Bounce Around Charleston’
Top headlines for Sept. 1, 2023:
Shem Creek businesses face cleanup after Idalia pushes through
Isle of Palms continuing work on beach repairs after IdaliaDorchester Dist. 4 schedules eLearning day for FridayCrews respond to McClellanville storage building fireCharleston police asking for help in identifying burglary, assault suspectFmr. Charleston Emergency Management director sentenced for burglary, assaultIdalia likely to have brought bacteria to waterwaysResidents return to find homes gone, towns devastated in path of IdaliaFlooding expected for several Lowcountry rivers, officials sayLabor Day travel to surpass last year in wake of Idalia
Top headlines for Aug. 31, 2023:
Cleanup, damage assessment begins as Idalia moves out of LowcountryOfficials confirm ‘brief’ tornado in Goose CreekCLOSINGS & CANCELLATIONS: Schools, offices monitoring potential impacts from IdaliaCharleston’s airport tower reopening after brief closureMan killed in head-on crash served on Charleston Co. School Board9 teens charged in Georgetown High School fight outside of football gameAlex Murdaugh violated prison policies, Dept. of Corrections officials say
Top headlines for Aug. 30, 2023:
FIRST ALERT: Idalia now a Cat. 4 storm ahead of Florida landfall‘We’re thoroughly prepared’: McMaster declares state of emergency ahead of IdaliaCity of Charleston declares state of emergency ahead of IdaliaCLOSINGS & CANCELLATIONS: Schools, offices monitoring potential impacts from IdaliaLowcountry marinas prepare for Idalia’s arrival‘We are prepared’: Charleston Co. Council declares state of emergency
Top headlines for Aug. 29, 2023:
FIRST ALERT: Tropical storm watch in effect along SC coast, Idalia becomes hurricaneN. Charleston mayoral candidates share their views during community meeting19-year-old charged with attempted murder after Georgetown High School shootingCity of Charleston to begin initial preps for Tropical Storm Idalia‘It’s different’: Lowcountry fireman loses own home in fireReport shows law enforcement vacancies throughout the Lowcountry
Top headlines for Aug. 28, 2023:
City of Charleston offers public an opportunity to speak to local leadersGeorgetown Police name suspect in shooting at high schoolGeorgetown Co. Schools superintendent addresses fight, shooting at high schoolGeorgetown County deputy fired after being arrested for DUI, sheriff's office saysAdvocacy group to host panel discussing inclusive public educationNonprofits encourage sustainability, support for LGBTQ+ youth at Back-to-School SwapSCDNR offering free boat inspections for Labor Day WeekendThree inmates plead guilty to their involvement in deadly 2018 prison riotDepartment of Juvenile Justice correction officer arrested, accused of providing contraband to youth
Top headlines for Aug. 25, 2023:
Police: Memminger Elementary student uses pencil to stab staff member
Charleston Co. Sheriff’s Office investigating after person shot multiple timesDeputies looking for man who robbed St. George convenience store with hatchetAlex Murdaugh to plead guilty to federal financial chargesDorchester County hosts VA benefit program
Top headlines for Aug. 24, 2023:
DD2 parents concerned about safety of new bus stopsNorth Charleston Police investigating deadly shooting on Rivers Ave.Former deputy charged, one at large in deadly Walterboro restaurant shootingSC Supreme Court upholds state’s ‘Fetal Heartbeat’ lawPrice tag of Ashley River Pedestrian Bridge nearly doublesTrident United Way: 40% of homes in Tri-County struggling financiallyCharter school launches new Pre-K program to help kids with disabilitiesPolice search for person who ran after crashing into apartment gate
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Top headlines for Aug. 18, 2023:
911 calls released from Isle of Palms ‘senior skip day’ shootingJosey High School shooting suspect turns himself inCharleston Co. presents updated affordable housing plan‘Crazy stuff’: Graham says he didn’t flip on Trump in GA election investigation
Top headlines for Aug. 17, 2023:
Trident United Way launches quarterly grants to target needs in the communityResidents worry stoplight at Goose Creek intersection may never get completedReport: 25 spills from Charleston chemical plant over 32 yearsSummerville neighbors in shock after hit-and-run on Brittondale Rd.Paid family leave now guaranteed for all SC public school teachers, staffGoose Creek school adds plan for second entrance amid town’s traffic concernsSCDOT to install all-way stop at U.S. 176 and Mudville RoadDeputies address ‘false information’ in St. George horse shooting investigation
Top headlines for Aug. 16, 2023:
Williamsburg Co. begins school year with new programs, new outlook on state controlAfter 4-hour meeting, decisions delayed on 2 hot-button Charleston issuesPreliminary report released on Charleston County Sheriff’s chopper crashEx-lawyer Cory Fleming sentenced to prison, restitution following guilty pleaJudge denies motion to include Satterfield family in insurance fraud lawsuit
Top headlines for Aug. 15, 2023:
Rising liability insurance forcing Lowcountry bars and restaurants to closeCity of Charleston shares detour information ahead of $2.8M bridge projectPolice to finalize plan for resource officers in Charleston Co. School DistrictNorth Charleston investing $54K in police department incineratorPolice say 18-year-old was responsible for April Isle of Palms shootingSLED investigating inmate death at Georgetown Co. Detention CenterGrant continues funding for Charleston County forensic autopsy techOne80 Place launches eviction prevention service line
Top headlines for Aug. 14, 2023:
North Charleston Police investigating deadly overnight crashNorth Charleston Police kicks off ‘It’s cool to be in school’ supply driveState senator John Scott dies at the age of 69North Charleston residents, officials share thoughts on violent crimeLowcountry church, MUSC partner to bring mammograms to the community
Top headlines for Aug. 11, 2023:
Dorchester County Library addresses literacy concerns with new products programAround 1K more Hispanic students enroll in DD2 since 2018Lowcountry parents, teachers see higher back-to-school prices from inflationSC Dept. of Revenue offering guides to help teachers teach taxesSC governor signs First Steps bill at State HouseSt. George man sentenced in murder of his own fatherN. Charleston police investigating drive-by shootingFormer SC Catholic priest pleads guilty to federal child sex crime
Top headlines for Aug. 10, 2023:
Volunteers pack 1,200 backpacks filled with school suppliesDeputies make arrest in deadly Williamsburg County shootingLowcountry mother concerned after teen son target of bullyingCity of Charleston’s plans to combat traffic concerns for proposed developmentCommuters and businesses advocate for a turning lane at a Ladson Rd intersectionFirst responders see uptick in water-related rescues on IOP inlets
Top headlines for Aug. 9, 2023:
Judge denies Alex Murdaugh’s attempt to rescind confession, attorney saysDorchester County school gets attention for its role in historyBerkeley Co. addresses drainage, flooding concerns in Goose Creek neighborhoodCity of Charleston Traffic & Transportation to hear public voices on road safetyCharleston Co. deputies investigating after driver reports passenger shotCoroner identifies human remains found in woods as missing Greenville manDeputies arrest man accused of stealing Richland County police SUVColleton Co. School Board addresses new dress code during first week of schoolGoose Creek Police Department awarded $600K grant for SROsSC schools can now have supply of overdose-reversal drugs under new lawNew hotel and residential buildings going up downtown
Top headlines for Aug. 8, 2023:
DUI suspect Jamie Komoroski ‘filled with regret and remorse’South Carolina attorney general files lawsuit against companies over toxic ‘forever chemicals’Awendaw sand mine project denied after large community responseLand ownership questions cause ditch concerns in Dorchester Co.Officials: Al Cannon Detention Center inmate assaults deputy‘Animals have become disposable’: Shelters seeing more neglect, abuse
Top headlines for Aug. 7, 2023:
Colleton County students face dress code changes on first day at school
Annual Charleston First Day Festival school supply drive underwayNorth Charleston officer fired, charged with sexual conduct with a minorCharleston Police investigating downtown shooting that left man deadFacility opens doors to new adolescent unit, resources to address mental healthTHE LIST: Back to school giveaways, events in the Lowcountry
Top headlines for Aug. 4, 2023:
THE LIST: Back to school giveaways, events in the Lowcountry
Community meetings address Gullah Geechee Historic Preservation Project‘It’s a nightmare:’ Family talks healing one month after Green Pond murdersCharleston Co. Parks closing Splash Island after FridayIOP to renovate emergency beach access pathWhat’s next for Leatherman terminal after court sides with unionCity continuing battle to ban parked auto carriers in West Ashley
Top headlines for Aug. 3, 2023:
THE LIST: Back to school giveaways, events in the LowcountryCharleston Co. Sheriff’s pilot released from hospital after helicopter crashDeputies investigating fatal motorcycle crash near RavenelOwner feels unsafe after horses found shot in Dorchester Co., juvenile chargedSC leaders say new program will cut nation’s lowest reincarceration rate even moreCharleston Police fight opioid overdoses with help from federal programLowcountry twins discover they have 65 siblings throughout the countryResidents and commuters speak out on phase 3 of Berlin G. Myers Parkway ProjectS.C. WIC Provides electronic options for Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program
Top headlines for Aug. 2, 2023:
Charleston Co. Sheriff’s chief pilot injured in helicopter crash at airportCoroner’s office IDs 32-year-old woman killed in Highway 17A crashJudge denies bond for woman charged in Folly Beach crash that killed newlywedFederal judge sentences ex-banking CEO Laffitte for financial crimesMcMaster signs fentanyl trafficking bill into lawBerlin G. Myers construction causes concerns over upcoming school trafficNonprofit helps LGBTQI+ students navigate high schoolSurvey: Mt. Pleasant needs better roads, more affordable housing
Top headlines for Aug. 1, 2023:
Lawsuit filed against N. Charleston nightclub after deadly 2021 shootingSummerville mother charged after toddler dies in accidental shootingCharleston Waterkeeper needs volunteers for marsh plantingCourt documents detail new charges against Colleton County murder suspectCourt to hear bond motion for woman charged in Folly Beach crash that killed newlywedDorchester Dist. 4 to consolidate middle schools when new campus opens in 2024Tax-free weekend days away in S.C.: What shoppers need to know to saveLowcountry man helps Argentinian youth table tennis team after travel mix-up
Top headlines for July 31, 2023:
Bond hearing set for woman charged in Folly Beach crash that killed newlywed
Prosecutors file sentencing recommendation for ex-CEO LaffitteCity of Charleston’s Operation Move Out kicks off MondayGovernor orders flags to fly at half-staff in tribute to fallen Newberry officerDockworkers union wins state appeal in dispute over new terminal jobsNonprofit, POC Youth Council to address inclusion in education, school year goals
Top headlines for July 27, 2023:
James Is. hit-and-run victim’s family calls for additional resourcesSearch ends for body of infant swept away by flood that killed sister, mother, 4 othersMobile home destroyed in Colleton County fireLowcountry Period Pixies celebrate 2 grants serving period povertySC pays inmate $100K after 2018 prison attack lawsuitMake-A-Wish South Carolina surprises 9-year-old with dream tripLadson boy receives special message from idol Gordon RamsayDUI trends in 2023: Lowcountry sees over 400 alcohol-related crashesRoad nicknamed ‘Dorchester Raceway’ raising safety concerns for residents
Top headlines for July 26, 2023:
Fire destroys home, displaces 4 in Beaufort CountyMan killed in crash involving motorcycle on Red Bank Rd.Video shows Summerville police officers battling gate as child drownsMUSC AND Make-A-Wish team up to grant a 9 year old’s wishColleton Co. parents express concerns over dress code ahead of school yearNew SC craft beer law means customers can buy more of their favorite brewsClemson University imposes 4-year suspension on fraternity for ‘chemical burn’ ritual, other hazingPre-booked ticket sales dominate IAAM during first month openCharleston Police hosts Narcan training sessionsGeorgetown County temporarily halts use of new ‘organic’ mosquito spray‘I had no idea’: A decades old law locals should know before booking a staycationJudge weighs validity of search warrant in Columbia gas station owner Rick Chow’s murder case
Top headlines for July 25, 2023:
Crews extinguish tractor-trailer fire threatening Charleston County homeTroopers: Bicyclist dies in Georgetown Co. crashBond hearing set for woman charged in Folly Beach crash that killed newlywedProposed Shem Creek hotel project moves forward; builder sues Mt. PleasantBeaufort Co. administrator Eric Greenway placed on administrative leave‘There was no kidnapping’: Attorney for Carlee Russell releases statement on her behalfBerkeley County introduces plan to preserve greenspacesGov. McMaster vows to keep pressing for tougher illegal gun penaltiesParties reach settlement agreement in case of woman impaled by umbrella in Garden CityPolice investigating death of Clemson student at music festival
Top headlines for July 24, 2023:
SC State holding active shooter drill on campus MondayCharleston Co., Lowcountry organizations fight heat islands with pavement techFood truck industry wrestles with safety risks due to hot temperaturesMan sentenced to life in prison for violent sexual assault of University of South Carolina student
Top headlines for July 21, 2023:
Charleston Co. deputies investigating shooting on Lady St.Charleston Co. deputies search for suspect in robbery, attempted shooting4 plead guilty to charges stemming from deadly 2018 SC prison riotDebate continues regarding development of former West Ashley Piggly Wiggly siteTriCounty Link looking to increase ridership with $342K grantCharleston Animal Society issues heat warning for working, companion animalsLowcountry nonprofits fight against gun violence
Top headlines for July 20, 2023:
Abandoned mobile home left on side of road demolished, neighbors relievedAttorneys announce suit against bar in 2022 Charleston pedicab crashDevelopment in Ten Mile Community on hold after Historic Preservation voteMUSC experts sharing drowning prevention techniques: ‘It’s a silent killer’Charleston Animal Society calling on Charleston County for more fundingHealth officials see increase in heat-related illnessesBerkeley County cooling shelter to open WednesdayOne-time emergency air conditioner giveaway set for Saturday in West Ashley
Top headlines for July 19, 2023:
Man charged with intentionally setting fire outside Summerville grocery storeSLED investigating Kingstree house fire that injured mother, childLowcountry pool contractor returns to court, faces 18 chargesSC pays $200K in jail lawsuit after inmates claim fumes made them pass outCharleston to vote on downtown bike and pedestrian planDeSantis lays out 5-point ‘Mission First’ plan for military during SC stopNTSB releases preliminary report on North Myrtle Beach deadly crashTrial begins for Marine Corps recruit that died during training course at Parris Island
Top headlines for July 18, 2023:
Experts give tips on staying safe in extreme heatMt. Pleasant Police locate abducted 3-year-old, father facing chargesAuthorities identify Charleston woman killed, children missing in PA floodingSumter mother and son missing for almost one month: ‘We want you to come home’Price returned to SC to serve remainder of prison term after capture in New YorkOSHA cites Ladson business after woman ‘crushed’ by large door, diesDeSantis to become 1st GOP candidate to file for SC primary next weekCharleston set to allocate remaining $4.5M in pandemic relief fundsGullah Geechee Historic Preservation Project launches, community input wantedCharleston Co. School Board discusses report card changesEnrollment for Goddard Schools Summerville location opens
Top headlines for July 17, 2023:
One killed in Berkeley County motorcycle crash1 injured in North Charleston shootingMan arrested in connection to deadly N. Charleston shootingHighway 174 in Hollywood area reopened after fatal crashWrongful death lawsuit of Mallory Beach reaches $15 million settlementPreservation Society to launch guidelines to preserve historic propertiesCommunity gathers in remembrance of Pineville woman after 1 year missing
Top headlines for July 14, 2023:
FIRST ALERT: Prepare for potentially-dangerous heat Friday through weekend
Police make arrests in Thursday night N. Charleston shootingCrews fight early-morning house fires in North CharlestonFirefighters battle overnight fire at N. Charleston shipyardFamily demands higher charges after driver hit, kills son in motorcycle crashOrganization calls on bartenders to help amid apparent increase in sexual assaultsUnveiling of historical marker set for Charleston’s oldest ParkCommunity expresses concerns over Summerville development: ‘It’s everywhere you go’Holly Hill animal rescue gives update on foster dogs found emaciated on road
Top headlines for July 13, 2023:
1 shot at Summerville apartment complexCrews investigate house fire in Dunes West communitySC attorney general shares details on capture of fugitive Jeroid PriceFamily of victim files lawsuit in deadly 2022 officer-involved crashCity of Charleston names interim police chiefQuestions surround Charleston Co. schools 2024 budgetBerkeley County holding job fair ThursdayPlans for yacht club concerns sea island residentsCity of Charleston to give school supplies at First Day FestivalMcMaster signs ignition interlock bill to prevent DUI on SC roads
Top headlines for July 12, 2023:
Charleston family seeks accountability for killer’s early releaseBond denied for man in 2015 shooting after conviction overturnedPolice: Items believed connected to jail escapee still being found; reward increasesWalterboro family demands answers after dog run over by postal driverConservation groups say Biden’s visit highlights importance of clean energy industryJames Island community responds to Woodland Shores safety improvements planResidents advocate for tree maintenance after crashes involving fallen branches
Top headlines for July 11, 2023:
3 charged in Georgetown County storage unit burglariesReport: Summerville Police battled to get through gate as child drowned in pondLeaders continue to ask for change one month after A-1 Food Store shootingWoodland Shores Rd. community calls for change to reduce safety hazardsJudge rules Charleston County Sheriff’s Office violated FOIA lawSC prosecutors call for transparency in how state selects judgesCharleston County leaders review plans for golf course on Johns IslandNonprofit provides food to 200 in Charleston area
Top headlines for July 7, 2023:
Man who led authorities on four-day S.C. manhunt escapes Pa. prisonVigil held for victims of Green Pond stabbing, house fire‘It’s evil what someone has done’: Pleas for info on James Is. woman hurt on road8 puppies found abandoned behind store almost ready for adoption, shelter saysNew Charleston Co. Schools superintendent says he’s ready to listen, learnColleton Co. interim superintendent discusses plans for upcoming school yearCharleston Co. libraries awarded grant to help adults build online skills‘Wherever the need is most’: Biden says economic policies help everyone
Top headlines for July 6, 2023:
Kangaroo, alpaca among animals seized from trailer in Moncks CornerMan charged in Isle of Palms crash involving low-speed vehicleCrash survivor seeks changes on Black Tom RoadGilliard kicks off SC Senate campaign with bus tourLow-cost mobile vet travels to Berkeley Animal CenterLowcountry Uber drivers targeted in ‘highly sophisticated scams’
Top headlines for July 5, 2022:
Two arrested after police chase crosses county linesIsle of Palms Police investigate crash involving golf cartFire destroys golf cart in Mount PleasantCharleston Animal Society treating 8 puppies for heat stress, burns‘I get paid to blow stuff up’: Behind the scenes at Lowcountry fireworks showsVolunteers head to beach for litter sweep after holiday
Top headlines for June 30, 2023:
Summerville child hospitalized after accidental shootingSen. Tim Scott to tour Morrison Yard opportunity zoneFirst lady Dr. Jill Biden to deliver Marine Corps graduation speechFourth of July weekend travel expected to surpass Memorial DayNorth Charleston creates new position to promote travel, tourism
Top headlines for June 29, 2023:
Troopers: Pedestrian killed in crash involving Folly Beach Police cruiserSuspect faces charges after Dorchester Co. pursuitSLED: Dorchester Co. Sheriff’s deputy charged with assault and batteryRep. Mace touts project funded by infrastructure bill she voted againstExpert warns recent rulings may not set a precedent in SC redistricting caseSC expungement opportunities expanded for those with convictions in their youth
Top headlines for June 28, 2023:
19-year-old arrested for attempted murder in Beaufort Co.Officials offer reward after woman found injured on James Island roadDeputies searching for man missing from Summerville for more than a weekDorchester Co., DD2 officials hold meeting to plan future growth, new libraryLack of street lighting on James Island Connector sparks resident concernsLGBTQ+ nonprofit asks community for help on special day‘Our history has to be told’: Visitors react to opening of IAAM
Top headlines for June 27, 2023:
Sheriff’s Office releases dashcam video of first encounter with wanted fugitiveArguments over SC abortion ban returns to newly all-male state Supreme CourtCharleston Co. School District approves $5K teacher bonusesBerkeley Co. School Board approves budget, teacher raisesClyburn announces $25.9 million in funding for CARTAAccess to high-speed internet: South Carolina has the funding, now what?
Top headlines for June 23, 2023:
1 killed in shooting near Georgetown gas station1 person hurt in Dorchester Co. shootingPedestrian ‘seriously injured’ in crash near HollywoodResidents displaced after early morning house fire in Goose CreekOrangeburg Co. man charged in connection to ill treatment of animalLive 5 News sues Charleston Co. sheriff over release of jailhouse callsNew Charleston Co. Superintendent now highest paid in district historyInternational African American Museum holds opening worship service
Top headlines for June 22, 2023:
Report: Car crashes into home after Summerville police pursuitFBI adds $30K to reward pool for info leading to arrest of SC fugitiveCharleston Co. School District Trustees approve new superintendent’s contractGroup calls on city of Charleston to find home for Calhoun monumentSeven Mile community concerned over Hwy 41 expansion, neighborhood rezoningCharleston Fire to receive federal grant for community programsCommunity input needed for proposed Carolina Park & Park Avenue trail
Top headlines for June 21, 2023:
Berkeley Co. Sheriff’s Office investigating fatal shootingJohns Island medical development, businesses concept approved to move forwardCharleston Co. expected to pass budget with tax increases for some districtsSchool board approves first reading of budget with huge raises for teachersCharleston Co. School District sees decline in discipline problemsMcMaster announces state budget vetoes, praises collaboration
Top headlines for June 20, 2023:
1 killed, 2 injured in Colleton Co. crashFIRST ALERT: 1 dead in I-526 crash on Wando Bridge‘Substantial progress’ in Stephen Smith homicide investigation, family attorney saysFamily of siblings with sickle cell disease advocate for diverse donorsCommittee addresses need for Black leader in North CharlestonLegislators fear SC ethics law ‘blasted wide open’ after judge rules in lawsuitPreservation group seeks to find oldest gravesites at Hillsborough Cemetery
Top headlines for June 19, 2023:
Motorcyclist dies in weekend Georgetown Co. crashCharleston ceremony marks 16 years since fire killed 9 firefightersForecasters now watching 2 areas for tropical development off African coast
Top headlines for June 16, 2023:
$50K reward offered for info leading to arrest of mail carrier robbery suspectHearing scheduled for woman charged in deadly Folly Beach crashArrests made in West Ashley Ulta shoplifting‘It takes a lot of courage’: Second 988 call center opens in Lowcountry
Top headlines for June 15, 2023:
Deputies search for suspect after pursuit on I-26Charleston leaders prepare for police chief selection processImproving child death investigations: Charleston Co. Coroner’s Office seeks grant
Top headlines for June 14, 2023:
Ladson man convicted of threatening public officialDeputies arrest third suspect in deadly Wadmalaw Island shootingWrongful death lawsuit filed against West Ashley barFormer deputy lands new job day after being named in wrongful death lawsuitJudge again denies Murdaugh’s request to use retirement money for murder appealColleton Co. school officials strategize to fill vacancies before fallBoard member, state rep. join critics of Charleston Co. superintendent searchDorchester Dist. 2 to ‘adjust’ several bus routes before next school year
Top headlines for June 13, 2023:
Man charged with vandalizing statues at Goose Creek churchTroopers: Pedestrian dies after Hwy 17 crashNorth Charleston Councilman takes corner store concerns to city hallOfficials: 3% of IDs scanned during Charleston pilot program were fake, expiredAdministration staff of closed N. Charleston charter school left unpaidDD2 approves $266M budget, includes raises for teachers and staffLive Oak Mental Health nears full capacity less than one week after opening South Carolinians to rally this weekend for access to Alzheimer’s treatment drugsNonprofit gives back to moms in need with community baby shower
Top headlines for June 12, 2023:
Single-vehicle collision near St. Stephen leaves 1 dead, 1 injured1 killed in Orangeburg County plane crashThird Park Circle Pride sees record-breaking numbers
Top headlines for June 9, 2023:
North Charleston Police investigate reported shootingSummerville Police investigating robbery of mail carrierSt. John’s Fire District hosting Emergency Response Air Search and Rescue TrainingSummerville residents share concerns about bicyclists on Main St.City presents options for redevelopment of old Piggly Wiggly in West AshleyDorchester County seeks feedback on plan to guide future growth
Top headlines for June 8, 2023:
Charleston Co. asks for public feedback comprehensive planPublic provides input on latest Union Pier plansTask force unveils recommendations for boosting SC teacher recruitment, retentionSC Attorney General asks FCC for clarification on robocall consent rulesMaking Folly Beach a cleaner place in honor of World Oceans DayMan charged in fatal 2019 shooting at apartment goes to trialMan sentenced for arson during 2020 George Floyd riot in downtown Charleston
Top headlines for June 7, 2023:
Lawsuit: Charleston Co. School District failed to prevent sexual assaultsNew DD4 budget highlights pay raises, more program funding‘Now’s the time to do it’: McMaster renews call for bond reformSquatted truck owners fear ban on ‘Carolina Squat’ will limit more modificationsSC Supreme Court to take up challenge to six-week abortion banEnvironmental law complaint hopes to save Folly Beach from washing away
Top headlines for June 6, 2023:
Officials: 1 dead after suspected drowning on Edisto BeachOrangeburg Co. man faces charges after nearly 10-hour long standoffDeputies search for missing Georgetown Co. teenSC Attorney General makes case for bond reform in letter to General AssemblySC bill could fund next steps for affordable housing in Charleston CountyNew leader seeks to improve Joseph Floyd Manor conditionsDD2 projects 16K more students, several new schools over next 10 yearsSC leaders stress preparing for hurricane season before it’s too late
Top headlines for June 5, 2023:
Police: 1 injured in N. Charleston shootingCoroner identifies man killed in Mount Pleasant crashPolice search for missing 22-year-old manYouth pastor accused of filming girls in shower at SC churchLoved ones walk to fight drunk driving after bride killed in wedding night crash‘Hunger doesn’t take a break’: Berkeley County Schools provide free summer meals
Top headlines for June 2, 2023:
1 killed, 2 injured in Georgetown Co. crashColleton Co. School Board accepts superintendent’s resignationCharleston Co. superintendent sends cease-and-desist letter to board member19-year-old faces charges in fatal Moncks Corner motorcycle crashSC State Guard hosts the state’s largest mass casualty training drillCharleston seeking public input on fate of old Piggly Wiggly’s redevelopmentGolf cart violation increase, Isle of Palms Police stress island roadway lawsLBGTQ+ advocates talk political climate entering pride monthFlorida Gov. DeSantis making presidential campaign stop in Bluffton
Top headlines for June 1, 2023:
How we got here: The search for Charleston Co. superintendent nears endHundreds sign petition to reinstate Colleton Co. School District superintendentClaflin University among HBCUs awarded Dept. of Education grantsBiden-McCarthy debt ceiling deal goes to Senate after sailing though HouseState bill allows more local investment in workforce housingMurdaugh enters plea during federal court appearance
Top headlines for May 31, 2023:
Deputies search for missing Beaufort Co. manLawyers allege apartments were a “tinderbox” in new wrongful death suitColumbia gas station owner charged in teen’s murder makes first appearance before a judgeMurdaugh set to make court appearance Wednesday on federal chargesCharleston Co. Schools to enter contract talks for new superintendentLottery for SC alligator hunting permits opens this week
Top headlines for May 30, 2023:
1 dead, 5 injured in Charleston Co. shootingCharleston Police holding Celebration of Life for Chief Luther ReynoldsPassengers recount Carnival Sunshine taking on rough seas during return to portColumbia convenience store owner charged with murder in shooting death of 14-year-old boyVictims’ families sue woman’s estate after fatal 2021 motorcycle crashSC senators pass bill to criminalize fentanyl trafficking, adds gun penaltiesGraham responds to Russian ‘arrest warrant’ issued over Ukraine comments
Top headlines for May 26, 2023:
Lowcountry events will mark Memorial Day MondayHolly Hill man arrested in deadly Moncks Corner shooting3 injured Summerville shooting, 1 in custody, police sayTim Scott hosts first event since announcing presidential bidRally to raise the minimum wage set for Saturday in CharlestonFuneral for Charleston Police Chief Luther Reynolds set for Tuesday‘Very, very unusual’: MUSC doctors see spike in Invasive Strep cases
Top headlines for May 26, 2023:
Police: Suspect in custody after standoff downtownPennsylvania man appears in federal court after 4-day manhunt in LowcountryAlleged Murdaugh conspirator pleads guiltyProsecuting Murdaugh for the double murder cost taxpayers $264kWoman to face charges after Folly Bridge crash Governor signs six-week abortion ban into effect in SC; lawsuit immediately filedCommunity meets first Charleston Co. School District superintendent finalistBook about human trafficking sparks Berkeley Co. parent debatePalmetto Railways begins construction on $185M rail line servicing Camp HallSpoleto Festival USA kicks off Friday
Top headlines for May 25, 2023:
Deputies release photo of fugitive as he was arrested in HugerFederal grand jury returns 22-count indictment against Alex MurdaughAlleged Murdaugh conspirator set to enter guilty pleaWoman to face charges after Folly Bridge crashAs some say SC’s abortion ban will save lives, others fear it’ll put lives at riskLack of signage sparks concern over Dorchester Co. intersectionCharleston Co. superintendent delivers ‘State of the Schools’ address
Top headlines for May 24, 2023:
N. Charleston structure fire closes portion of Ashley Phosphate RoadFugitive search continues in Berkeley County after deputies spot him near forest2 Berkeley Co. School District buses will not operate as search continues for man‘He inspired me to do better’: Mayor remembers Police Chief Luther Reynolds‘Hunt them with dogs’: Gov. McMaster’s office responds after comment gets backlashSC ready to renew abortion ban around 6 weeks of pregnancy after Senate voteNo more jeans or hoodies: Colleton Co. parents react to proposed dress code
Top headlines for May 23, 2023:
Police Chief Luther Reynolds passes away after battle with cancerTroopers investigate deadly Colleton Co. hit-and-run crashNorth Charleston Police increase patrols in search for ‘armed and dangerous’ manMother remembers 14-year-old killed in mass shooting two years laterMotion for bond filed for woman charged in deadly DUI crash that killed newlywedAlex Murdaugh to be deposed for wrongful death lawsuit filed by Mallory Beach’s family‘I choose freedom, hope, opportunity’: Tim Scott announces presidential bid
Top headlines for May 22, 2023:
1 killed in Orangeburg County crashMan arrested in connection to ‘domestic disturbance’N. Charleston Police looking for kidnapping suspectScott set to make White House bid official MondayPhilippine Consulate visits N. Charleston to help locals with legal documentsJudge sentences man in 2019 North Charleston shootingJudge denies Parker’s request for summary judgment in Mallory Beach lawsuit1 killed in a Dorchester County single-vehicle crash
Top headlines for May 19, 2023:
Lowcountry lawyer facing felony domestic violence, burglary chargesTwo teacher assistants arrested for assaulting special needs studentTown of Andrews sues Georgetown County, awaiting legal judgmentLowcountry senator vows to fight abortion ban in special sessionNew SC law allows sunscreen in public schoolsColleton Co. School District superintendent placed on administrative leaveDD2 to bring technology dept. in-house to save money, work efficiently
Top headlines for May 18, 2023:
Groom files wrongful death suit in wedding night DUI crashFamily of 3 killed in deputy-involved crash demands justice, accountabilitySuspect in ‘Tinder Slaying’ enters Alford plea‘I just don’t have closure’: Mother of man killed seeks justice 6 years laterCharleston Police chief announces he will enter hospice careBook drive in honor of late teen looks to improve book access in second year‘That BIG Book Sale’ this weekend
Top headlines for May 17:
Alex Murdaugh looking to rescind confession relating to housekeeper’s death$3 million awarded to preserve historic Black colleges and universities in SCDD2 moves to single-member district voting; all seats up for election in 2024Republican abortion debate inches toward resolution in South CarolinaBill that eliminates admissions tax on golf dues passes SC HouseCharleston Moves holding Ride of Silence for traffic violence victims
Top headlines for May 16, 2023:
Deputies: Man shot in car on Hwy 17 near McClellanvilleLawsuit: Deputy ‘raced’ with senior deputy before crash that killed 3 womenFamily, fire department mourns loss of 22-year-old first responder‘Say prayers for our family’: Relative of family hurt in crash shares updateThe heat is on: Study probes Charleston’s ‘heat islands,’ hot weather’s impactDorchester Dist. 2 board votes to keep challenged book on library shelvesNew app aims to increase affordable elder care in the Lowcountry
Top headlines for May 15, 2023:
Search for possible drowning teen at state park believed to be recovery effortSheriff’s office: 4 charged with murder in shooting death of 14-year-old2 facing charges after deputies find drugs in fake pregnant bellySC mom fights rare disease after losing childrenESPN commentator raises money through 24-hour free throw challenge
Top headlines for May 12, 2023:
‘I want this person found’: Search continues after Moncks Corner hit-and-runAuthorities release BAC of alleged drunk driver in crash that killed newlywed16-year-old arrested in Charleston Co. shooting3-month-old puppy found with ‘serious’ facial injuries in Berkeley Co.Orangeburg Co. deputies warn of new round of familiar scamSouth Carolina General Assembly to go into overtime on abortion, other issuesLowcountry charter school rolls out new natural gas busDistrict’s finance committee recommends tax increase to fund teacher pay raisesRecently relocated Andrews EMS services seeing longer response timesSC Senate confirms new health department board chair
Top headlines for May 11, 2023:
26 indicted on federal charges in multi-agency Lowcountry operationMan charged with pointing gun at Berkeley Co. deputy, drug possessionAuthorities offer 5-digit reward for info leading to arrest of SC fugitiveFBI charges man with sexual abuse onboard Carnival SunshinePolice address traffic on Folly Beach: ‘This isn’t a highway’Rocky Burke, Carl Ritchie looking to become next Charleston Co. SheriffJames Island septic tank and sewer service project to cost millionsCity of Georgetown finds issues with stormwater billing, audit underwaySC teachers, school employees paid parental leave bill passesBill aiming to strengthen SC DUI laws passesSC House passes bill that targets first responders killed in the line of dutyBill banning tobacco sale restrictions heads to SC governor’s deskMUSC researching effects of e-cigarettes on cigarette smokers
Top headlines for May 10, 2023:
Goose Creek Police charge student in fight that sent classmate to hospital Deputies arrest Johns Island man in deadly Wadmalaw Island shootingGroom at home recovering after wedding night crash that killed bride, mother saysCharleston updates mask policy as ‘National State of Emergency’ comes to an endNurses reflect on pandemic years as public health emergency endsSouth Carolina Republicans advance new abortion restrictionsCharleston Co. superintendent search sparks community concernMiddleton joins field of Charleston mayoral candidatesProposed city rule to add mooring permits to address derelict, abandoned vessels
Top headlines for May 8, 2023:
Charleston Co. sheriff releases new details in fatal officer-involved shooting1 killed, 2 injured in West Ashley crashTroopers investigating fatal Orangeburg Co. collisionHighway Patrol investigating fatal single-vehicle collision in Orangeburg Co.Final Tri-County Gun Violence Forum focuses on finding common ground, solutionsGraveside memorial service honors Dantzler-Williams family
Top headlines for May 5, 2023:
Victims of Northwoods Mall shooting file lawsuitSumter County man sentenced to 18 years for killing retired art teacherCharleston Police continue search after missing man’s vehicle foundMurdaugh attorneys ask judge for more money from receivership to appeal murder convictionsNew development addresses need for student housing at College of CharlestonMcMaster signs education vouchers bill‘Fraud bill’ passes SC House unanimouslySC Senate passes ban on tobacco sale restrictions, adds measures to limit sales to minorsSC consumers will receive checks in TurboTax case settlementCharleston Co. landfill passes first DHEC inspection in monthsCharleston unveils first electric vehicles to be added to fleetCharleston’s first Vegan Festival comes to the Lowcountry this weekend
Top headlines for May 4, 2023:
Parker’s seeks summary judgment denying liability in Mallory Beach lawsuit‘It’s completely gone’: Neighbors cleaning up after multiple mobile home firesMUSC looks to identify suspect in shootingCoroner IDs 18-year-old killed in Wadmalaw Island shootingRiverDogs share strategies to increase sales to counteract shorter game timesBill to repeal South Carolina’s hospital approval law headed to governorColleton Co. expecting first-ever charter school in 2024Kennedy announces plans to continue leading Charleston Co. Schools‘Things change’: N. Charleston mayor addresses paper mill closing
Top headlines for May 3, 2023:
Motorcyclist killed in Charleston Co. crash13 adults, 3 children displaced after Beret St. fire, officials sayBody of missing 5-year-old recovered from Edisto River18-year-old charged with murder in deadly N. Charleston stabbingWoman charged in DUI that killed newlywed refused sobriety test, documents state Isle of Palms making strides to increase safety measuresParker’s Corporation denies negligence in wrongful death suitMurdaugh admits lies in new response to fraud lawsuit regarding housekeeper’s deathVeteran, Lowcountry attorney announces run for SC First Congressional DistrictMt. Pleasant outlines 5-year plan to improve infrastructure, transportationColleton Co. could expect 265 new homes to match job growth, council saysWestRock to shut down North Charleston paper mill
Top headlines for May 2, 2023:
Isle of Palms set to vote on crowd permit ordinance in special meetingGoFundMe for newlywed victims of DUI crash raises triple its goal1 in custody after chase ends with crash in West AshleyAuthorities continue search for fugitive ordered back to prisonHouse Speaker: S.C. ‘poised to continue this momentum’ with economic developmentDental offices report hacking leaving patients scrambling, frustratedCharleston receives $10M grant for pump stationHistoric Mother Emanuel AME Church undergoing $2.7M renovation
Top headlines for May 1, 2023:
Former Lowcountry football standout arrested on domestic violence charge1 injured in Mount Pleasant shrimp boat fireWoman facing DUI charges in fatal collision; 1 killed, 3 hurtDeputies searching for leads in West Ashley cold caseSen. Tim Scott sets deadline for presidential bid decisionSpain is 1st Black woman to lead South Carolina Democrats
Top headlines for April 28, 2023:
Sheriff’s office offers reward for info leading to Jeroid Price’s captureFamily remembers daughter killed in Georgetown Co, asks for just legal system22-year-old arrested in N. Charleston shooting4 girls arrested after fights at Georgetown High SchoolFemale senators spearhead another rejection of near-total abortion ban in SCColleton County Courthouse doing tours after Murdaugh trialGomes to be sworn in as new North Charleston police chiefFormer Mt. Pleasant Police Chief to run for Charleston Co. sheriffLowcountry nonprofit hosting first annual Springfest SaturdayDorchester Dist. 2 set to upgrade crosswalk at Beech Hill SchoolsProgress underway for Highway 78 Improvement ProjectFederal program offers discounted internet services to Lowcountry residents
Top headlines for April 27, 2023:
‘These are monsters:’ Family of man found shot, burned, seeks justiceSC Supreme Court reverses ruling on murderer’s secret releasePolice: Man firebombed his homeless camp, threw Molotov Cocktail at police carsPolice searching for missing Mount Pleasant womanRise in rent forces used bookstore to close after 11 years “Trash into treasure”: SCDNR repurposing derelict crab traps into oyster reefsAfter years, South Carolina appears set for school vouchersGrant funds combining literacy and gardening at Charleston Co. School
Top headlines for April 26, 2023:
Parents react to Pepperhill Park shooting one year laterIsle of Palms city council decides future of beach safetyState grand jury indicts Alex Murdaugh on 2 more countsReport: Man charged with murder arrested on drug charges after pursuitDeputies: Guns, meth seized in Orangeburg Co. arrestDeputies: Cyclist dies after Charleston County crashResidents react to state bill that could prohibit bans on short-term rentalsHaley sees federal role on abortion but calls for consensusDorchester Dist. 2 plans to raise pay for all staff members next school year
Top headlines for April 25, 2023:
Pepper Hill shooting investigation remains ongoing one year laterPolice: Man arrested after pipe bomb, homemade firearm found in Summerville homeSheriff: Charleston Co. deputies seize 2.5 pounds of fentanyl powderPartially demolished gym in Andrews contaminated with asbestos, officials sayCharleston Co. deputies searching for 2 missing girlsN. Charleston charter school ordered to close after violations, noncomplianceNew law allows Dorchester Co. schools to be more flexible with savingsDD2 amends proposed expansion to library book reviewMuseum receives grant to uncover lost history of Revolutionary War era CharlestonJames Island neighbors clean up old slave cemeteryFunding almost complete for Mega Boat Landing
Top headlines for April 24, 2023:
Motorcyclist in ‘critical condition’ after crash near Hwy. 61Jet skiers found after riding wake in Charleston Harbor, official says6 rescued from boat 15 miles offshore of CharlestonSC trooper shot, hospitalized returns home, official saysHolocaust survivor shares story at remembrance event in CharlestonCity of Charleston looks to bolster lifeguard ranks
Top headlines for April 21, 2023:
Crews respond to early-morning trailer fire in Summerville 4 facing multiple charges after discovery of remains in Kingstree, deputies sayDocs: Convicted killer put correctional agency on ‘notice’ about escaped inmate‘Deplorable conditions’: Over 30 dogs seized from Dorchester Co. homeRep. JA Moore files bill to pardon some simple marijuana convictions every 4/20SC Ports presents affordable housing plans for Union Pier RedevelopmentSCDOT finds preferred alternative for I-526 improvements‘This is a serious matter’: Andrews old gym left partially demolishedNew Dorchester Dist. 4 superintendent shares goals for district, studentsFive Lowcountry teens will be selected for flight school scholarships
Top headlines for April 20, 2023:
Suspect who prompted Charleston school’s lockdown arrested, deputies sayPolice: 117 car break-ins reported in Mt. Pleasant this yearDeputies: Human remains found in Kingstree Mother Emanuel shooting survivors file lawsuit against META, YouTubeNew documents filed in lawsuit, Murdaugh’s former law firm requests dismissal of caseBill that could restart lethal injections in SC likely headed to governor soonCity of Charleston seeks full rezoning to prevent more floodingCharleston Co. implements pavement treatment program into annual planJohns Island drivers frustrated with new traffic signalCharleston Co. Library cuts ribbon on newest branch
Top headlines for April 19, 2023:
Man accused of inappropriately touching nurse at Roper St. Francis HospitalReport: Missing Georgetown Co. man’s car involved in high-speed chaseNewly released emails detail 3rd arrest hours after Isle of Palms shooting Apr. 7Isle of Palms Police make safety recommendations after beach shootingMcMaster asks court to block union’s Leatherman Terminal boycottNonprofit raising funds for mental health access in Charleston Co. Title 1 schoolsState health officials urge proper disposal of unused drugs
Top headlines for April 18, 2023:
Family frustration, court hearings continue following 2022 Goose Creek shootingCustomers react to continuing arrests of SC pool contractor accused of scammingNo decision on dismissing lawsuit against Alex Murdaugh’s former law firmState agents identify man accused of wounding SC trooper during traffic stopSC Dept. of Transportation seeks input on I-526 improvementsDorchester Dist. 2 prioritizes action plan to combat safety concernsBerkeley Co. School District hosts conversation with community, superintendentCharleston Co. School District looks to ramp up staff through hiring event
Top headlines for April 17, 2023:
Alabama city mourns 4 dead, 28 wounded in birthday party mass shootingSC Highway Patrol trooper shot during traffic stop; suspect crashes into houseN. Charleston Police asking for tips after series of car break-insOne dead in Colleton Co. collisionHarvard students’ N. Charleston development project wins $50,000Charleston Co. charter school breaks ground on new location
Top Headlines for April 14, 2023:
MUSC cited, penalized after facilities member’s electrocution
Reports: Walterboro man stabbed by samurai swordReport: Youth shot in Mount Pleasant hotelPolice searching for missing N. Charleston teenBerkeley County seeking residents’ feedback on 2023 Annual Action PlanThe buzz is back for Charleston’s Bee Expo
Top headlines for April 13, 2023:
North Charleston Police investigate deadly shootingDeputies: Man shot before crashing into Berkeley Co. apartmentWoman charged in fatal shooting near West Ashley grocery storeResidents express concerns over proposed athletic facility in Summerville‘I’m hurting’: Yellow Cab Co. of Charleston closing after 100 yearsLISTEN: Police release radio transmissions from Isle of Palms shootingFIRST ALERT: Isle of Palms plans to close parking lot on ThursdaySt. Stephen woman’s trial begins, accused of mistreating dozens of cats$5,000 reward offered in shooting of two pet pigsWork experience outside the classroom could help new teachers earn more in SC
Top headlines for April 12, 2023:
NTSB releases preliminary report on Johns Island plane crashOrangeburg Co. deputies identify vehicle believed to be used in fatal shootingFamily of football player who killed 6 sues SC State UniversityGov. McMaster, officials urge stiffer penalties for illegal guns, bond reformCharleston Police Department takes next steps toward elder advocate positionIsle of Palms citizens’ petition to limit short-term rentals gains signaturesMeeting gives chance for community to share education goals, needs
Top headlines for April 11, 2023:
Police: 5 killed in Louisville shooting; suspect deadMan faces charges after shooting leads to pursuit, crash on Hwy 61How Isle of Palms is preparing for busy season after Friday shootingJudge denies ex-CEO Laffitte’s second request for new trialNorth Charleston promotes from within for next police chiefLawmakers call for more diversity among South Carolina’s judgesOwner searches for answers after two pet pigs shot on private propertyHome fans get first look at Riverdogs
Top headlines for April 10, 2023:
2 children killed after SUV strikes tree in Orangeburg Co. 1 dead, 1 hurt in single-vehicle crash in Colleton Co.FBI, state agents lend hand in Isle of Palms shooting investigationDeputies investigating fatal Easter shooting in OrangeburgMan allegedly shot while walking in Archdale, won’t cooperate with investigation Deputies investigating early-morning Ladson shootingCoroner IDs man killed in shooting near West Ashley grocery storeJon Rahm rallies to win the Masters as Spanish stars alignTunisia’s Jabeur wins Charleston Open rematch over Bencic
Attention, student-athletes: N. Charleston Police to host Football ShowcaseMUSC reminds parents of car seat safety for spring break
Top headlines for April 7, 2023:
Report: Men caught with over 50 pounds of weed at Charleston airportJudge sets 7-figure bond for California man after Charleston airport threatInvestigators seek information in a 2022 deadly shooting in OrangeburgBond set for Lowcountry pool contractor accused of scammingCharleston Police Department announces Racial Bias Audit on final stepSouth Carolina House passes teacher parental leave billBill to strengthen boater education requirement advancing at SC State HouseHorse gambling beats long odds; passes South Carolina HouseFour Charleston Co. schools pulled off SC School Improvement ListDorchester Dist. 2, law enforcement discuss safety after school threats
Top headlines for April 6, 2023:
Lawyers file intent to sue jail medical provider in inmate’s deathOfficials: No explosives found after bomb threat at Charleston airportPolice confirm 2 students found with guns at Summerville High SchoolReport: Student arrested for bringing loaded gun to Ashley Ridge High SchoolPolice chiefs warn SC senators not to allow people to carry guns without trainingCane Bay High School receives over $800,000 for track renovationsCommunity Resource Center celebrates opening of new centerNewly transformed North Charleston laundromat becoming community hubSiblings with sickle cell disease searching for a donor match
Top headlines for April 5, 2023:
Orangeburg man arrested in fatal shootingReport: Man faces attempted murder charge after running woman over with carCharleston Co. awards contract for inmate medical provider despite objectionsBerkeley Co. sheriff warns of new Fentanyl threatFamily identifies Summerville man as US contractor killed in SyriaCharleston Co. School Board member censured, removed of leadership rolesFormer Florida Gov. Jeb Bush advocates in South Carolina for school voucher billSen. Scott poised to give 2024 ‘political update’ to donorsImprovements coming to busy Mt. Pleasant intersection
Top headlines for April 4, 2023:
Judge reinstates bond for man accused of conspiring with Alex Murdaugh$35,000 reward offered for info in Stephen Smith’s deathDeadline passes for Brittanee Drexel’s killer to file response to wrongful death lawsuitRep. Mace discusses bill that would ban offshore drilling as it moves forwardFraud bill to include pool installers, hopes to close gap in consumer protectionCharleston Co. School District moves to dismiss lawsuit by former staff attorneyCharleston Co. school board member issues statement amid calls to resignSC senators advance ‘Charter School Accountability Act’Planning Commission to consider new Goose Creek developmentMt. Pleasant ready to start final expansion of Memorial Waterfront Park
Top headlines for April 3, 2023:
Bond hearing set for alleged Alex Murdaugh conspiratorAttorney confirms reexamination, 2nd autopsy of Stephen Smith’s bodyTri-County gun violence council invites gun owners to share opinionsEnjoy food from the bayou at the Lowcountry Cajun Festival
City of Charleston to review planning for proposed redevelopment project
Top headlines for March 31, 2023:
Woman, 2 youths charged in Goose Creek attack caught on camera1 hurt, 1 in custody in Georgetown Co. stabbingOrangeburg man sentenced for breaking child’s bonesSheriff’s Office releases emails, non-conformance reports regarding jail medical providerRep. Mace asks DOJ to investigate Charleston Co. jail after tourTown of Summerville approves redistricting plan offered by NAACPDorchester Co. promotes job growth with rezoning despite community concern46th Cooper Bridge Run Expo continues Friday Police list road closures ahead of Cooper River Bridge RunMayor John Tecklenburg kicks off 2023 reelection campaignCharleston moving forward on plans to convert former Confederate fort
Top headlines for March 30, 2023:
N. Charleston man found guilty in deadly 2018 shootingDeputies recover body near site of Monday crash in Georgetown Co.67-year-old man accused of sex act at West Ashley ParkCharleston Co. Coroner’s Office looks to prevent child deaths with new grantCoroner identifies man killed in head-on crash with school busChanges coming to Special Services in Dorchester District TwoCharleston Small Business Expo focuses on inclusivity this yearSC lawmaker pushes bill to crack down on sextortion after son’s death‘Why not me?’: Chief Burgess looks ahead to race for N. Charleston mayor
Top headlines for March 29, 2023:
2 injured in late-night Hollywood shootingCharleston Co. Council asks Dept. of Justice to investigate county jailSheriff’s Office opposes current bids to jail medical provider replacementDHEC holds community meeting to address Charleston Co. Landfill concernsBerkeley Co. Council approves over $200,000 for new ambulancesBreeze Airways to introduce 1st Charleston-to-Charleston flightEmanuel AME shooting survivors urge SC senators to pass hate crimes billTri-County gun violence council asking gun owners to attend meeting
Top headlines for March 28, 2023:
3 children, 3 adults killed in shooting at Tennessee elementary school
State agents asked to investigate shots fired at SC State
Deputies: Driver dies in crash involving school busTrial begins for man accused in 2018 fatal N. Charleston shootingCharleston Co. School Board postpones vote on policy to allow prayer before meetingsDD2 committee moves forward changes to book review policy in district librariesSC prosecutors, sheriffs call for change in how state selects judgesWest Ashley park seeks grant to upgrade equipmentPhase one of Glenn Mcconnell Pkwy widening project to wrap up in 3-4 weeks
Top headlines for March 27, 2023:
66-year-old man identified as victim in Charleston Co. plane crash1 killed in Dorchester Co. head-on crashDeputies looking for missing Georgetown Co. man.Driver shot during Hollywood gunfight, deputies sayDeputies: Multiple homes, vehicles hit by gunfire in Dorchester Co. subdivisionRep. Mace to visit Charleston Co. jail amid death investigationsLowcountry adoption center’s oyster roast raises money for animals in sheltersJohns Island townhome development takes first steps toward approval
Top headlines for March 24, 2023:
Deputies: Hunters find remains of missing 87-year-old in Pineville‘A total loss’: Crews battle fire at Summerville schoolMother accused of killing son, putting his body in dumpster denied bond
Male victim identified in Sumter shooting that left five deadState fights appeal for convicted Lowcountry banker allegedly linked to Murdaugh‘Priceless’: Family begs community for help finding late son’s onesieLowcountry doctors track increase in certain throat cancersTrident Medical Center participates in national A-fib clinical trialN. Charleston police chief announces retirementSenate Ethics admonishes Graham for campaign solicitations
Top headlines for March 23, 2023:
Crews respond to fire at Summerville schoolSC rep. calls on DOJ to investigate inmate’s deathState investigators release new details on Stephen Smith homicide caseN. Charleston man pleads guilty in 73-year-old’s killingTri-County gun violence council recruiting for studySC senators renew push to split up DHEC
Top headlines for March 22, 2023:
Attorneys: Stephen Smith’s death ruled homicideLawyers blame ‘systemic failure’ for Charleston County inmate’s deathOfficers seek help in identifying person connected to downtown assaultDeputies: Man wanted for using counterfeit money orders to pay off car loanNew development in Ravenel passes unanimously in first readingBill would loosen regulations around SC craft beer industry, expand to-go salesJames Island home demolished to serve as mitigation site
Top headlines for March 21, 2023:
Charleston Co. man arrested on kidnapping, assault chargesReport: Man turns himself in for N. Charleston shootingCharleston Co. Sheriff issues statement after inmate’s death ruled homicideNorth Charleston nightclub facing lawsuit after shootingStephen Smith family attorneys to ask court for body to be exhumedBuster Murdaugh responds to ‘baseless rumors’ around death of Hampton Co. teenMetals company to establish first SC operations, add jobs in Berkeley CountyNehemiah Action Event calls on local officials to address healthcare, housingTown of Ravenel to discuss neighborhood development plans
Top headlines for March 20, 2023:
1 killed in Orangeburg Co. crashPolice: 2 youths, man charged after short N. Charleston chaseCharleston Co. deputies warning of bail scamMurdaugh items from Moselle up for auctionN. Charleston mayor candidate promises to clean streets, continue fight with school districtFirst International Consulate Day provides resources to over 1,500 peopleWoofstock returns to Hanahan AmphitheaterLawmakers, railroads gather in North Charleston to discuss safety
Top headlines for March 17, 2023:
Troopers make arrest in fatal Hwy. 52 hit-and-runReport: 2 facing drug charges after chase with deputies1 injured in N. Charleston shootingMurdaugh’s Moselle property under contractSC Senate passes second school voucher bill in as many monthsStudy predicts new jobs and new shortages for Charleston areaIrish pubs, police prepare for busy weekend in CharlestonRoad closures announced for city of Charleston St. Patrick’s Day paradesDHEC: Most water samples are at or lower than new EPA recommended standard for PFAsPatten Seed Company relocating to downtown Charleston
Top headlines for March 16, 2023:
Charleston Police investigating downtown shootingMaybank Hwy on Wadmalaw Island reopens after crashLowcountry Rapid Transit System awarded $100 millionMt. Pleasant passes final version of long-debated noise ordinanceSC House approves $14B budget, includes raises for law enforcement, teachersProposed legislation limits regulatory authority on Consumer Affairs DepartmentMUSC launches sickle cell disease app for adolescents
Top headlines for March 15, 2023:
More pedicabs coming to downtown CharlestonFirst International Consulate Day happening at Exchange Park SaturdayNew sex offender GPS monitoring devices being tested across South CarolinaSC House’s $13.8B budget debate slowed by Republican battleReport: FedEx employee stole more than $30K in packagesDeputies: Trespassing complaint leads to drug arrest of Kingstree manReport: Drugs, cash found during Williamsburg Co. traffic stopFBI to search cell phone of accused mattress store shooterShanquella Robinson’s family sends letter to White House; documents reveal moments before and after death
Top headlines for March 14, 2023:
18-year-old woman arrested after allegedly assaulting a deputy2 arrested in N. Charleston restaurant burglaryFormer Citadel cadet to be sentenced in Jan. 6 riots this weekWife sues over meteorologist’s death in NC helicopter crashN. Charleston mayor reflects on time in office, names potential successorState Rep. Pendarvis won’t run in N. Charleston mayor’s raceFire chief in Summerville announces retirementFate of Charleston Co. School District EL Curriculum left up in the airCharleston Co. School Board discusses ban on ‘sexually charged topics’Medical technology: CPR training kiosk opens, researchers study AI in medicine
Goose Creek ‘traffic calming program’ receives funds
Top headlines for March 13, 2023:
Police respond to overnight crash involving motorcyclist in West AshleyKimpson leaving South Carolina Senate to join Biden adminNikki Haley to hold rally in Myrtle BeachFormer James Island convent to become state park, event spaceDeputies: Manhunt underway after College Park Rd. traffic stopPolice searching for missing Mt. Pleasant youthCharleston County teacher pay raise proposal numbers explainedFans celebrate Cougars return to March Madness TournamentSouth Carolina No. 1 overall seed in women’s NCAA TournamentEnjoy food from the bayou at the Lowcountry Cajun FestivalWWE Supershow returns to North Charleston Coliseum
Top headlines for March 10, 2023:
Deputies make arrest in Beaufort Co. shootingMan shot twice at Orangeburg Cook Out while ordering foodPedestrian killed in crash at Rivers Ave. intersectionPolice respond to Rivers Ave. crash involving pedestrianCharleston to discuss $320K in improvements to Charleston 9 MemorialTwo future Charleston hotels raise concerns for businessesCharleston County teachers’ task force asks for raise in salariesBill sponsor, activists react to SC House approving hate crime billBill would crack down on nicotine product sales to minors in SCDigital artist ‘Beeple’ to hold Charleston museum grand openingN. Charleston mayor, Charleston Co. Schools superintendent talk common ground
Top headlines for March 9:
Driver killed after striking tree in Colleton CountyFBI files search warrants in ‘suspicious’ death aboard Carnival SunshineExecutive gets 15 months in prison in doomed nuclear projectOrangeburg deputies looking for suspects in deadly December home invasionNew changes could be coming to the Charleston Place HotelFirst EMS facility set be built along Hwy 61Berkeley Co. seeking public comments on draft comprehensive planIsle of Palms Cleanup Crew starts Spring Litter Sweep MondaySouth Carolina sees increase in ‘junk fee’ complaints
Top headlines from March 8, 2023:
Families confirm names of Mexico kidnapping survivors; both back in U.S.Death of passenger likely natural, Carnival Cruise Line saysFuture of Colleton Co. School District superintendent remains unclearGrant helps Charleston Co. Library food program through off-seasonHistoric preservation discussion set in West Ashley WednesdayCougars Going Dancing! CofC wins CAA Tournament with victory over UNCW
Top headlines for March 7, 2023:
1 of 4 people kidnapped in Mexico is Myrtle Beach resident, family spokesperson says
1 dead in shooting at North Charleston shopping center1 dead after report of electrical shock, deputies sayJudge denies ex-CEO Laffitte’s request for new trialBuster Murdaugh files report following stalking incidents, officials sayBills would expand SC alcohol sales while restricting those who sell itOfficials: Trespassing, collisions causing uptick in rail injuries and deathsFirst responders talk about the importance of mental health callsFolly Beach short-term rental property owners discuss strategies to keep licensesDorchester County receives Emergency Command Unit
Top headlines for March 6, 2023:
Residents want changes to Black Tom Road after deadly crashFBI investigating ‘suspicious death’ of Carnival cruise passengerN. Charleston man killed after crash with parked tractor-trailer identifiedMan killed in North Charleston crash identifiedBoil Water Advisory issued for RidgevilleS.C. Department of Health and Human Services opens $35M in grants for behavioral health care.
Top headlines for March 3, 2023:
FIRST ALERT: Cold front to bring gusty winds, storm threat late FridayMurdaugh to be sentenced in murders of wife, sonSpectators react to Murdaugh verdict: ‘I am really proud of my state’Folly Beach receives millions for emergency beach renourishmentPolice respond to West Ashley shootingDemand for help increasing at Lowcountry food banksCharleston wants feedback on plan to reduce hazardsDrugs and guns seized after high speed chase in Orangeburg County2 killed in N. Charleston crash; driver facing chargesFormer VP Pence holds roundtable discussion with Lowcountry law enforcement
Top headlines for March 2, 2023:
FIRST ALERT: Early-morning fire blocks lanes of Rivers Ave. in N. CharlestonOne killed in early-morning Colleton County crashPedestrian hit, killed in Berkeley Co. crashMotorcyclist killed in James Island crashDay 28: Murdaugh defense to present its closing arguments Thursday1,500 students expected at Trident Tech career fairRethink Folly Road makes headway in phase oneCharleston Wine and Food Festival underway in Holy City
Top headlines for March 1, 2023:
Day 27: Murdaugh jury to visit Moselle property Wednesday morning5 people hurt in multi-vehicle crash on I-26, Charleston police sayDeputies: 10-year-old charged for making threats to school in Georgetown Co.Orangeburg Co. Sheriff’s Office investigating assault outside Ruby TuesdayNorth Charleston Police search for missing 11-year-old boyCharleston Area Justice Ministry calls for more affordable housingCharleston Police send out warning about veterinary tranquilizer in drugsDD2 investing $3.6M to upgrade to synthetic turf fields at high schoolsFolly Beach Fishing Pier to be dedicated WednesdayNorth Charleston to break ground on new sports complexNorth Charleston staffing firms using virtual reality in hiring processOfficials and umpires needed for Charleston spring youth sport league
Top headlines for Feb. 28, 2023:
Day 26: State to call final witnesses in Murdaugh murder trialCharleston man faces 10 charges connected to sexual exploitation of a minorCharleston man accused of producing child sexual abuse materialCharleston Co. School District CFO resigns ahead of budget season; interim appointedN. Charleston neighborhood calls for sidewalks, bike lanesDHEC testing state water supply, preparing to meet coming EPA standards‘Be the beat’: Roper St. Francis spreads CPR tips to save livesEconomic roadmap to guide Charleston metro-area growth for next 10 years
Top headlines for Feb. 27, 2023:
FIRST ALERT: Crash closes portion of Rivers Ave. in N. CharlestonDense fog advisory in effect until mid-morning for LowcountryDay 25: Final defense witnesses expected to testify Monday in Murdaugh trialMultiple agencies respond to three-story apartment fire in West AshleyVice president to talk internet expansion during SC visitLowcountry housing market sales starting to slow, realtors sayCharleston Wine + Food announces free Street Fest event
Top headlines for Feb. 24, 2023:
Day 24: Alex Murdaugh to face 2nd day of cross-examinationSuperintendent addresses N. Charleston wanting to break away from districtMcMaster talks 2023 priorities, teacher raises, constitutional carry billVIDEO: Bill to place public dollars in private schools could change state constitutionGoose Creek mayor highlights progress in state of the city addressSome West Ashley residents push back on intersection improvement ideas‘Head for the Cure’ 5K returns to Charleston this weekendCelebrate barbecue and beer Saturday in Summerville
Top headlines for Feb. 23, 2023:
1 dead in crash involving Amtrak in Ravenel, deputies say
Burton fire displaces family of 42nd suspect arrested in deadly Walterboro Waffle House shootingDeputies: SC inmate called in bomb threat during Murdaugh trialDay 23: Will Alex Murdaugh take the stand in his own defense?Future of former Hughes Lumber site up for debate after fireSCDOT upgrading, installing 700 crosswalks statewide to save livesSC lawmaker files bill to establish North Charleston School District‘Constitutional carry’ bill passes 2nd hearingNorth Charleston to feature student art in beautification program
Top headlines for Feb. 22, 2023:
Day 22: Murdaugh attorneys expected to wrap their case by week’s end18-year-old man charged in deadly Colleton Co. shootingOrangeburg man arrested in connection to recent school break-insCoroner IDs skeletal remains found in Georgetown Co.Charleston working to make composting an easier optionMace to visit Parris Island, Hilton HeadGovernor McMaster Congressman Clyburn announce “GetConnectSC” campaignVice President Kamala Harris to visit SC next weekBerkeley Co. superintendent hopes chats over coffee will build community
Top headlines for Feb. 21, 2023:
Day 21: Defense to continue its case in Murdaugh murder trialDriver killed in late-night Beaufort County crash1 pedestrian killed, 1 hurt in early-morning Berkeley County hit-and-run crashDouble homicide investigation faces challenges after 2 bodies found in shallow graveReport: Juvenile to be charged in animal abuse incident captured on doorbell videoBill would block local laws on e-cigarettes, vapes from being enforced in SCProposed plan to rezone 360 acres to industrial land raises community concernsNew ER coming to James Island will reduce EMS drive-timesLowcountry Heart Walk expected to raise $1M to save livesSLED cites missteps in death investigation of SC State student by campus police, mother respondsCharleston Co. School Board set to finalize 2023-24 calendar
Top headlines for Feb. 20, 2023:
Pedestrian killed in Sunday night West Ashley crashTroopers: 1 dead in Beaufort Co. crash involving motorcycleCoroner IDs victim of Waffle House shooting; suspect soughtGRAPHIC: Pet adoption centers offering rewards in animal abuse case2 displaced after fire in HugerMurdaugh trial to resume Tuesday after Presidents DayFond remembrances for Jimmy Carter after entering hospiceBiden in Ukraine ahead of war anniversary: ‘Kyiv stands’SEWE celebrates last day of outdoor events
Top headlines for Feb. 17, 2023:
Day 20: Murdaugh defense to cross-examine crime scene expertTeen killed in Colleton Co. shootingColleton Co. man faces charges after sale of stolen cars
N. Charleston Police search for woman who struck man with vehicle1 killed, 2 hurt in Berkeley Co. crashInspections continue at Bees Ferry landfill, neighbors raise health concernsBill would make local bans on short-term rentals illegal in SCTim Scott kicks off ‘Faith in America’ tour in Charleston41st annual Southeastern Wildlife Exhibition kicks off Friday
Top headlines for Feb. 16, 2023:
Day 19: State to resume case after judge’s reversal on Murdaugh shooting‘Ready for a new generation’: Haley launches 2024 White House bid in CharlestonDD4 going virtual after identifying pneumonia caseSC House passes abortion ban; no sign of budgingSC attorney general criticizes Biden over call to ban assault weaponsCharleston taking first step in redeveloping West Ashley shopping center
Top headlines for Feb. 15, 2023:
Day 18: Judge to decide if Murdaugh jury will hear about Labor Day shootingDeputies: 1 person hurt in Colleton Co. shootingMan arrested in connection to Reynolds Ave. shootingWomen arrested on drug trafficking charges after incident at airportBerkeley Co. woman cited after 72 cats found in homeStudents in Colleton Co. Schools see improvement in language arts, mathHaley to officially launch presidential bid in CharlestonSC lawmakers revive effort to remove gun permit requirementsIsle of Palms Police working to raise awareness about coyote risksNonprofit seeking support for Better Northbridge
Officials investigating fatal crash involving moped in Orangeburg Co.Troopers: 1 dead after single-vehicle crash near AndrewsFirefighters respond to structure fire near King St.Jurors hear forensics, autopsy testimony in Murdaugh murder trialJames Island to request funding for Dills Bluff Road Sidewalk ImprovementsHaley prepares for Charleston visit, 2024 announcementUp to 300K people could lose Medicaid coverage when SC reviews eligibility
Top headlines for Feb. 13, 2023:
Day 16: Prosecution expected to rest case in Murdaugh trial this weekOrangeburg Rd. to reopen Monday after weekend washout1 killed in N. Charleston shooting7 escape early morning Johns Island blazePedestrian dies in early-morning Berkeley Co. crashCharleston Co. schools mark National Career, Technical Education Month
Top headlines for Feb. 10, 2023:
FIRST ALERT: Rain moves in Friday; Up to 4 inches possible by SundayDay 15: State approaching end of financial witnesses in Murdaugh trialInvestigation underway after body found in St. StephenPolice investigating crash involving pedestrian near Fielding ConnectorSummerville man sentenced for murdering wife with butcher knifeCharleston’s bike share program sees significant growth since launch
Top headlines for Feb. 9, 2023:
Day 14: Close friend, associate of Murdaugh could testify ThursdayBerkeley Co. Schools approves first phase of renovation plansDorchester County wants feedback on public safety issuesReport: Suspects break through brick wall in Mt. Pleasant Costco theftUnion Pier redevelopment breakdown, historical foundation weighs in on proposalBill to restrict what can be taught in SC classrooms passes in House
Top headlines for Feb. 8, 2023:
Investigators respond to Colleton Co. storage building fire, collapseOfficials: Jeep engine ejected in I-95 crash, hits 2nd vehicleDay 13: Murdaugh jurors hear testimony on murders, financial crimesSC Senate begins debate on 6-week abortion banMcMaster nominates retired Army general to lead SC Dept. of Veterans’ AffairsPolice, citizens group to lay out expectations for Charleston traffic stopsCalhoun projected winner of Charleston Co. School Board special electionGirl Scout cookie prices remain stable in eastern SCTrident Tech offering free dental services for children this month
Top headlines for Feb. 7, 2023:Deputies investigate possible barricaded person in RavenelDay 12: Jurors expected to begin hearing of Murdaugh financial crime accusations1 dead, 4 injured in Berkeley Co. crash, troopers sayGeorgetown County mourns longtime deputyNew SC superintendent asks legislature to fund teacher raises, bonuses in next budget
Top headlines for Feb. 6, 2023: Day 11: Second full week of testimony in Murdaugh trial begins MondayGeorgetown authorities searching for armed robbery suspects1 killed in in Georgetown Co. auto-pedestrian collision2 killed in Berkeley Co. wrong-way crash2 displaced by Charleston Co. house fireBerkeley County libraries team up with Kennedy Center for new drug dispose initiativeOpen Applications for Senior Tax Work-Off Program in Dorchester County
Top headlines for Feb. 3, 2023:
Day 10: Judge to hear more testimony on alleged Murdaugh financial crimesSewage issues force some Andrews businesses to closeCity unveils first draft of new ordinance to expand EV charging infrastructureMuseum wants to reach community for Black History Month despite delayed openingHaley confirms Charleston event, expected to enter 2024 presidential raceBill that could restart lethal injections in SC advances to Senate floorNational Adderall shortage impacts Lowcountry pharmaciesCampaign encourages everyone to ‘Go Red’ Friday for a good cause
Top headlines for Feb. 2, 2023:
Day 9: Judge to decide whether jury will hear of Murdaugh’s alleged financial crimes$350K to go toward Lowcountry road improvement projectsCoroner IDs victims of double shooting in Williamsburg Co.2 charged after Orangeburg deputies recovered over 40 catalytic convertersPolice investigate fatal auto-pedestrian crash on Dorchester Rd.Portion of Savannah Hwy. drainage project breaking ground in West AshleySC House passes bill to criminalize fentanyl trafficking
Top headlines for Feb. 1, 2023:
Day 8: Court convenes Wednesday for 4th day of testimonyDeputies investigating shooting in Hollywood areaGeorgetown Co. deputies search for missing teenagerSummerville police looking for missing juvenileSC Senate approves school voucher bill, moves on to House of RepresentativesHaley to announce 2024 presidential run during Charleston visit, report says$75 million to go toward I-526 expansion, Charleston Co. Council approvesCharleston Co. Library branches offering free income tax filing help
Top headlines for Jan. 31, 2023:
Firefighters battle early-morning structure fire in HanahanDay 6: Murdaugh defense poses new theory, state shows new interviewDeputies investigate another instance of shots fired into Georgetown Co. homeWoman accused of kidnapping, beating 2 victims in N. CharlestonDeputies investigating Friday night shooting in N. CharlestonDozens of guns stolen from cars on King St., Charleston Police Dept. reportsSC attorney general, prisons chief renew call to jam cellphones at state prisons
Top headlines for Jan. 30, 2023:
Day 6: Testimony to continue in Alex Murdaugh murder trial Monday morningSuspect arrested in Williamsburg Co. shootings that killed 2, hurt 2Man sentenced in 2017 Berkeley County murderPolice seek missing N. Charleston toddler; warrant issued for motherWomen’s Preventative Care Expanding at Rural Libraries
Top headlines for Jan. 27, 2023:
Day 5: Murdaugh jury to hear 2nd full day of testimony in murder trial Deputies: Man faces assault charge after Johns Island shootingSuspect in James Island stabbing arrested, family releases statement Man accused of killing Orangeburg woman extradited to SC N. Charleston mayor highlights accomplishments, unclear about 2023 mayoral run ‘That’s gone’: Changes coming to SC taxes this yearCourt demands more info in South Carolina death penalty case Abortion ban again advancing at SC State House Program will refund leftover time on downtown parking meters SCDOT breaks down the costs of the I-526 extensionCharleston Boat Show sails into town this weekend
Top headlines for Jan. 26, 2023:
Day 4: First witnesses to take stand in Murdaugh murder trialPolice: Shoplifting suspect caused 2 crashes during chaseWoman hurt after person shot at front door of Awendaw homeFree health clinic holding ribbon cutting Thursday morningN. Charleston middle school to be demolished to make way for new $66M schoolNew late-night law for downtown Charleston businesses takes effect next month‘Act boldly, think big’: McMaster delivers 2023 State of the State address
Top headlines for Jan. 25, 2023:
Fire crews respond to early-morning North Charleston house fireProsecutors, defense to begin selecting Murdaugh jury WednesdayCharleston City Council expected to sign resolution supporting I-526 expansion*McMaster to deliver State of the State address WednesdayLawmaker to file bill to ban teaching about slave owners in SC schoolsCharleston VA programs serve more than 430 homeless veterans in 2022*North Charleston residents express concerns over potential redistricting
Top headlines for Jan. 24, 2023:
Second day of jury selection to begin Tuesday in Alex Murdaugh trialOfficials: No injuries reported in fiery crash on College Park Rd.Three arrested for attempted robbery of ATM in SummervilleMt. Pleasant woman claims she was taken advantage of by pine straw companyNorth Charleston wants public feedback during its redistricting processDept. of Juvenile Justice asks for $30M for new detention centerShootout at California gas station kills 1, wounds 7 peopleSheriff seeking what drove ‘mad man’ to shoot up dance hallGeorgetown to host sculpture of American icon Harriet TubmanAnnual Martin Luther King Jr. Portrait Awards to honor Lowcountry leaders
Top headlines for Jan. 23, 2023:
Jury selection to begin in Alex Murdaugh murder caseCoroner IDs victim of Ridgeville killing; Suspect in custodyDeputies continue search for gunman in 7-year-old Johns Island killingDorchester Co. fire displaces 7Charleston Co. schools, RiverDogs partner to encourage students to readFolly Beach Pier closes for parking lot renovationsCalifornia shooter kills 10 at dance club; motive unclearAt least 12 people shot at Baton Rouge nightclub, police say‘I am mad’: 3rd grader wants more security after Va. school shooting
Top headlines for Jan. 20, 2023:
Teen charged with attempted murder after Isle of Palms stabbingOfficials: Driver hurt after car hits tree in Beaufort Co.Proposed SC bill aims to crack down on drunk driversLegislation to criminalize fentanyl trafficking in SC advances at State HouseSouth Carolina still seeking a way to hold executionsSC airports set record for guns discovered by TSATopgolf opens first Lowcountry location in N. CharlestonSoccer player Anton Walkes dies at 25 in Florida boat crash
Top headlines for Jan. 19, 2023:
Folly Beach residents discuss pros and cons of short-term rentalsBeaufort awarded $800,000 grant for Bayard St. drainage improvementsJames Island approves removal of grand trees for traffic circleMurdaugh: Defense petitions court to block ‘blood spatter expert’ testimony Troopers: Juvenile on bicycle hit by car on Nexton Pkwy near Cane Bay BlvdUpstate lawmakers want drunk drivers to pay child support if they kill a parentSC lawmakers looking to streamline statewide workforce development effortsSouth Carolina to be without any female Supreme Court JusticesCharleston Library community fridge program receives additional funding
Top headlines for Jan. 18, 2023:
Man hospitalized after Beaufort Co. shootingTip leads to large drug bust at Charleston International AirportRiot confirmed at McCrady training centerTrump to be joined by Graham, McMaster at Jan. 28 SC eventBerkeley Co. official says resident concerns led to book content reviewBroadband access coming to seven Berkeley Co. community centersSC Red Cross volunteers working in Georgia after deadly tornadoesFuneral plans announced for longtime Lowcountry politician Arthur Ravenel Jr.
Top headlines for Jan. 17, 2023:
1 killed, 1 injured in crash near Bonneau‘Tremendous loss for the Lowcountry’: Reactions to the death of Arthur Ravenel, Jr.Mount Pleasant leaders ask public to weigh in on trail plansBerkeley Co. School District: Monitoring social media starts at homeTax money for students for private school on SC Senate floorSC Real Estate Commission warns of vacant lot sale scams
Top headlines for Jan. 16, 2023:
National Parks free on MLK DayMUSC to honor staff member for work toward diversity, inclusionCharleston to hold MLK Day Parade downtown Monday morningTax money for students for private school on SC Senate floorMcMaster asks SC legislature to invest $3.6M into creating school safety centerSunday marked 7 years since unsolved killing at Charleston Co. barber shopMan facing multiple charges after chase ends in crash in BurtonTroopers: 1 dead after driver hits tree in Orangeburg Co.
Top headlines for Jan. 13, 2023:
Deputies: No evidence of foul play in Ladson workplace deathTips lead to arrest of Berkeley Co. duoCash, drug paraphernalia found during Orangeburg Co. traffic stopPolice looking for missing N. Charleston teenOil slick in McClellanville leaves 2 birds deadBerkeley Co. School District: Monitoring social media starts at homeThe Charleston Museum hosting events to celebrate 250th Anniversary
Top headlines for Jan. 12, 2023:
Colleton Co. students could get more attention with proposed programDorchester School District Two schools to receive nearly $64K in grantsParty chair asks attorneys general to investigate SC’s new education chiefNew documents detail why school district attorney was firedLow-cost mobile veterinary clinic coming to Berkeley Animal Center
Top headlines for Jan. 11, 2023:Murdaugh family members could be dropped from lawsuit after 2019 boat crashWalterboro community continues to push back against proposed criminal rehab centerNew York man arrested for murder after person found dead in Colleton Co.McMaster, Evette to be sworn at SC inaugural in ColumbiaSC lawmaker, former candidate for governor to leave Democratic PartyFolly Beach using marsh mapping in 2023 sea level rise adaptation planLocal zoo asking for donations for pair of endangered red wolves
Top headlines for Jan. 10, 2023:
Officials: No injuries reported in Charleston house fireOrganizations stress importance of understanding human trafficking issues2 face human trafficking charges in Orangeburg CountyOfficers make second arrest in deadly shooting at N. Charleston motelCancer support group offers chance to give back, share experiencesWalterboro residents hope state program will revitalize historic downtown
Top headlines for Jan. 9, 2023:
2 injured in Berkeley Co. apartment shooting1 injured, 1 in custody after Georgetown Co. shootingSuspect sought in Orangeburg murder
6 displaced by Mount Pleasant house fireDeputies search for missing 15-year-old Pawleys Island boyFriends and family mourn passing of Lowcountry attorney David AylorLowcountry nonprofit seeking volunteers to help with 2023 Point in Time Count
Top headlines for Jan. 6, 2022:
Both sides say fight isn’t over after SC court strikes ‘fetal heartbeat bill’Live 5 Exclusive: Lowcountry woman shares her ‘difficult abortion decision’Electric chair, firing squad’s legality at S. Carolina courtPolice: Student arrested for bringing gun to N. Charleston school2 Dorchester Co. fire stations expected to open in 2023Formation of C-17s fly over Ravenel Bridge Thursday morningSummerville man celebrates 106th birthdayGullah/Geechee oppose new development on ‘sacred’ St. Helena IslandNew library at juvenile detention center holding book drive
Top headlines for Jan. 5, 2023:
Police: Three juveniles hurt in West Ashley shootingGoose Creek Police respond to lawsuit following 911 call responseBrittanee Drexel’s mother files lawsuit against confessed killerCoroner IDs pedestrian killed in downtown CharlestonFuneral arrangements set for Lowcountry attorney David AylorProposed redevelopment changes coming to Navy Base in North CharlestonPublic feedback sought on Summerville Urban Forest Master Plan
Top headlines for Jan. 4, 2023:
Deputies: Suspect in custody after hours-long standoff in Dorchester Co.Laffitte files new motions, requests retrial16-year-old driver leads deputies on high-speed chase in Berkeley Co.Police: Pedestrian dead after crash involving car on East Bay St.Pursuit ends in crash on Hwy 78; deputies search for suspectsWeaver encourages task force to ‘think big, think bold’ to address SC teacher shortagePortion of West Ashley Greenway closing this month for Long Creek Bridge ReplacementNewest Charleston Co. councilmembers support building I-526, but concerned about cost
Top headlines for Jan. 3, 2023:
Colleagues remember Lowcountry attorney David Aylor after his sudden deathSC homeless population growing, new report showsSC pays out $1M to attorneys in Citadel sex abuse cases
Top headlines for Jan. 2, 2023:
Red Cross helping Summerville family after house fireTwo injured after New Year’s Day shooting in Jasper CountyFirefighters protect Francis Marion Forest from McClellanville fireMUSC officials say if you are struggling during the holidays, you’re not aloneCharleston remembers Emancipation Proclamation in America’s oldest celebrationBeaufort Co. lawmaker on public intoxication charge: ‘I want to say I’m sorry’GRAPHIC: Mexican authorities find human skulls at airport bound for SCDriver killed after car hits tree in Berkeley County
Top headlines for Dec. 30, 2022:
Court orders identity of jurors in Murdaugh murder trial hiddenProsecutors push for alleged financial crimes as evidence, ask for exclusions in Murdaugh trialFirst responders called to pickup v. building crash in SummervilleMultiple agencies involved in N. Charleston pursuitWinter Storm Elliott’s effects on the LowcountryAn alternative to the landfill: Why Lowcountry farms want your Christmas treesRed Cross of South Carolina looking for volunteers
Top headlines for Dec. 29, 2022:
Registered sex offender looking to open rehab center faces pushback from Walterboro community‘There needs to be laws’: Mom fights for consequences after son dies in crashProperty owner doubles reward for information related to Johns Island arson caseNew Goose Creek project promoting local artistsTopGolf’s North Charleston location sets official grand opening date
Top headlines for Dec. 28, 2022:
Southwest cancels more flights, draws federal investigationBeyond flight cancellations: How customers are dealing with car rentals and hotelsWednesday is deadline to apply for disaster unemployment assistanceOfficials investigating mobile home fire on Johns IslandDeputies seek information in West Ashley cold case killingDeputies: One dead in single-vehicle crash in West AshleyCharleston Animal Society saves abandoned dog’s lifeCharleston Co. deputies warn of ‘sextortion’ schemes targeting teens
Top headlines for Dec. 27, 2022:
*NOTE: Since this podcast was recorded, lanes of the interstate have reopened.*FIRST ALERT: Fatal wrong-way I-26 crash kills 1, injures 3Southwest Airlines cancellations leave travelers in Charleston strandedCharleston Water System ‘only a few steps away from a catastrophe’Boil Water Alert issued for Ridgeville residentsCity of Georgetown to hold special election on TuesdayOfficials: Family, 14 animals displaced after North Charleston fireBeaufort Co. encourages Christmas tree recyclingGroup calls for blood donations after Christmas weekend deep freezeColleton Medical hosts supply, blood drives for animal shelter
Top headlines for Dec. 26, 2022:
‘A critical situation’: Charleston Water officials warn of potential boil water noticeDominion Energy asks customers to conserve power amid high demand2022 in Review: Leadership questions, classroom crises topped education storiesRebuilt Folly Beach Pier to reopen Monday morningLowcountry churches spread Christmas cheer to those in need: ‘It’s beautiful’MUSC holding gift drive for psychiatric patients
Top headlines for Dec. 23, 2022:
FIRST ALERT: ‘Dangerous cold’: Get ready for single-digit wind chills this weekendHow to stay warm and safe during a record-breaking winter weekendFour Lowcountry churches opening warming shelters over weekendDOJ says Laffitte’s motion for new trial should be denied
Top headlines for Dec. 22, 2022:
Man arrested in North Charleston bank robbery21-year-old man wanted on felony charges arrested by SWAT teamConvicted former Lowcountry banker seeks hearing on juror issuesEnvironmental activists express concerns on septic tank pollution in coastal waterwaysRethink Folly Road initiative expects phase one work to take place spring 2023-2025Charleston International Airport prepping for a busy Thursday with extra staffing, increased shuttle frequency
Top headlines for Dec. 21, 2022:
Cause remains unknown for Palms Apartment fire8 adults, 10 dogs displaced in North Charleston house fire21-year-old arrested in 2020 fatal shooting has a history with law enforcementInmates step in to help corrections officer being assaultedSurveillance video helps identify suspect of Georgetown stabbingProsecutors will not seek the death penalty for Alex MurdaughFeds claim Lowcountry attorney David Aylor didn’t willfully violate ethics rulesAdvocacy group calling for bike lane on King StreetHealth officials warn community of holiday hazards
Top headlines for Dec. 20, 2022:
Police investigating assault at downtown homeless shelterDNR investigating ‘hunting incident’ in Charleston CountyMurdaugh defense claims state’s motive theory is ‘absurd’Former SC Gov. David Beasley stepping down from World Food ProgrammeDorchester Paws first ever ‘Angel Tree’ to support community petsWarming shelter to open Monday nightCity of Charleston gives $25K to the Town of James Island for seeking draining improvementsSC renters with damage from Hurricane Ian can apply for FEMA assistancePhase 2 almost complete on West Ashley Station Shopping Center remodelingCharleston City Council to discuss proposed upzoning on Johns Island
Top headlines for Dec. 19, 2022:
7 adults displaced by Mt. Pleasant house fireMount Pleasant storage facility fire under control, official saysMan driving the wrong way on Savannah Highway hit several cars, police sayFederal judge approves Tepper company’s bankruptcy settlement, YCSO investigation continues
SC senator files bill that would allow colleges to pay D1 athletesProposed bill could charge extra fee to those moving to South CarolinaSheriff announces string of arrests in separate cases1 arrested after Saturday shooting in BurtonNew donation opportunity coming to CharlestonSupport needed for kinship families during the holidays
Top headlines for Dec. 16, 2022:
Charleston Co. deputies will receive raises out of department’s budgetBerkeley Co. Superintendent making $225K per year and other benefitsReport: Bank robbery suspect wrote ‘I have a bomb’ in note to employeeCharleston businessman arrested and charged with wire fraud totaling more than $700KHighway Patrol: Pedestrian killed in Berkeley County crashJoint Base Charleston looking for drivers to make Uber available on base
Top headlines for Dec. 15, 2022:
Highway Patrol investigating deadly auto-pedestrian collision in Beaufort CountyOfficials: Woman airlifted after Johnsville shootingLeilani Simon indicted on murder charges by grand juryCharleston businessman arrested and charged with wire fraud totaling more than $700KCitadel cadet suspended after role in Capitol riot, guilty pleaSpirit Airlines takes to the skies from Charleston International in 2023State’s largest economic development coming to Berkeley CountyNew hotel could be coming to Spring Street in downtown CharlestonLocal healthcare provider giving away free healthcare to small businessesNonprofit dental clinic reopens after expansion
Top headlines for Dec. 14, 2022:
Dorchester Co. Sheriff’s Office makes arrest in 2014 home invasionExtradition hearing scheduled for suspect in Orangeburg murder Authorities looking for missing Seabrook manCharleston Co. authorities looking for missing teenCharleston city leaders to review plans for senior living facility on King StreetOrdinance to cap short-term rental licenses on Folly Beach fails in city councilBerkeley Co. School District superintendent confirms certification; deputy superintendent position has no contractFmr. Berkeley Co. superintendent files lawsuit against district, school board membersFormer student teaches growing horticulture program
Top headlines for Dec. 13, 2022:
Driver killed in single-vehicle Georgetown County crashBerkeley Co. approves $3.5B, 30-year deal with battery recycling plantAuthorities investigate four incidents at Summerville High in DecemberVolunteer tutors needed for Georgetown student reading programFolly Beach City Council to vote on extending pause on short term rentals, short term rental cap
Top headlines for Dec. 12, 2022:
Troopers: Pedestrian killed in Orangeburg County crashDeputies: Motorcyclist to face charges after chase ends with crash into SUV, food truckFree financial empowerment conference to provide resources for residents struggling financiallyGullah CVB works to blend history and future of Quaponda TribeHolocaust exhibit comes to Mount Pleasant for one day only
Top headlines for Dec. 9, 2022:
Police: Student faces charges after bringing stolen gun to Summerville High SchoolSmoaks house explosion victim’s family shares survivor’s storyNonprofits awarded $1.2 million to reduce gun violence in North CharlestonProsecutors respond to Murdaugh motion requesting motive in murder caseCharleston Wine + Food offering eligible in-state businesses complimentary booths in Culinary VillageSuspect arrested in Georgetown Co. armed robbery
Top headlines for Dec.8, 2022:
Deputies: One dead in 3-vehicle crash in RavenelCharleston Police investigating crash involving pedestrian downtownStudent charged after fires started at Summerville High School, police sayMan on trial for fatal downtown Charleston shootingNext hearing in Murdaugh case set for Friday afternoonGroups offering free legal assistance to those impacted by Hurricane Ian in S.C.Questions concerning Berkeley Co. Schools superintendent’s certificationState senator wants every SC student to eat for free at school next yearPower restored to North Carolina county affected by shooting
Top headlines for Dec. 7, 2022:
Judge sentences teen in 2020 fatal shooting of Summerville studentMan arrested in North Charleston shooting, police sayFirefighters release images, new details from home explosionNTSB releases initial findings following fatal Charlotte helicopter crashPedestrian safety concerns on Old Moncks Corner Rd. lead to more sidewalksCharleston city leaders to review request to remove nearly 200 grand trees on Johns IslandPatriots Point honors lives lost during attack on Pearl Harbor
Top headlines for Dec. 6, 2022:
Homeowner working on gas line before explosion, Colleton Co. officials sayTeens charged with murder in Orangeburg shootingFamily of missing Orangeburg child pleads for her safe returnGov. McMaster blocks TikTok on SC government devicesBerkeley County School District names new deputy superintendentPearl Harbor Day memorial service, blood drive coming to Patriots PointLibrary opening in Charleston County Juvenile Detention Center
Top headlines for Dec. 5, 2022:
Charleston Harbor Deepening Project complete, McMaster to visitEDITOR’S NOTE: The port deepening story incorrectly stated the deepening project was funded through state and local dollars. The project was also funded through federal dollars. We regret the error.Church reopens following almost a decade of litigationDNC panel votes to recommend South Carolina go first in presidential nominating processClemson, Tennessee will meet in a very orange Orange BowlBounce back teams South Carolina, Notre Dame to Gator BowlSantee Cooper tests rates for at home electric vehicle chargersCharleston County Schools bracing for a severe flu season with free vaccines, testing2 Lowcountry school districts offering free COVID, Flu tests this week
Top Headlines for Dec. 2, 2022:
Juvenile in custody following threats to Summerville High School18-year-old arrested on murder charges in Ladson shootingOfficials: Johns Island construction site fire ‘intentionally set’, $25K reward offeredStolen pot-bellied pig recognized by firefighter after N. Charleston fireAdditional Shem Creek Boat Landing parking excites local business ownersSkate the Stadium opens on Daniel IslandWaterfront education facility coming to Charleston Maritime Center
Top headlines for Dec. 1, 2022:
Crews respond to massive fire at Johns Island construction siteCoroner’s office identifies man killed in North Charleston shootingPolice investigating bank robbery in N. Charleston‘You won’t live’: 89-year-old arrested after putting gun to wife’s head, deputies sayAnimal Society offering $5,000 reward for info on burned and abandoned dogOrangeburg Co. mother’s death ruled homicide, search continues for child, fatherThree charged after attempt to bring contraband into Berkeley Co. detention centerTributes pour in at funeral for Lavel Davis Jr., Lowcountry football star killed in UVA shootingCounty buys land to extend Shem Creek Boat Landing parkingCharleston officials announce rollout date for program aimed at cutting underage drinkingKindergarten readiness to expand across Charleston County
Top headlines for Nov. 30, 2022:
Deputies: Motorcyclist to face charges after chase from N. Charleston to Georgetown CountyDeputies: Child shot at Dorchester County apartment complexPolice release surveillance still in alleged sexual assault at Danny Jones Rec ComplexDeath of CCU student at residence hall appears ‘natural’, coroner saysFuneral for Lavel Davis Jr., Lowcountry football star killed in UVA shooting, set for WednesdayLawsuit targets ‘expansive surveillance network’ law enforcement can access to track SC driversS. Carolina’s US House maps under scrutiny because of raceColleton County School Board addresses safety concernsMajor development coming to peninsula donating land for affordable housingHiring event supports production of U.S. Navy vessels
Top headlines for Nov. 29, 2022:
Man shot while driving on Johns Island, deputies sayN. Charleston man, 2 great-grandchildren killed in Arizona crashDorchester Co. deputies search for man in burglary caseDNA analysis confirms remains of missing Georgia toddler found in landfillDeputies continuing search for missing 5-year-old in Orangeburg CountyMurdaugh attorneys allege state pressured witness to change mind on evidence in murder caseHearing date moved again on SC constitutionality of electric chairs and firing squadsStaffing, school safety among teachers’ top priorities for SC lawmakers next yearTraffic accidents spark Johns Island rezoning concernsPreservation Society seeks families of historic black owned businesses
Top headlines for Nov. 28, 2022:
Deputies: 3 injured in Beaufort County shootingDivers recover body during search for missing driver, crash video releasedCrews rescue 3 from capsized boat near Winyah BayLowcountry animal shelter introduces new donation methodsCharleston Holocaust Survivor dead at 95Family of missing woman celebrate her 78th birthday while search continuesAbducted child found 51 years later, family saysChild advocacy center partners with library for toy drive
Top headlines for Nov. 25, 2022:
Holiday shopping kicks off with inflation dampening spiritsSC state parks offering free admission on Black FridayLocal organization stresses the importance of helping the homeless year-roundLocal barber transitions business to mobile after COVID-19 pandemicFresh out of the oven: Summerville Medical Center welcomes Thanksgiving babies
Top headlines for Nov. 24, 2022:
Charleston International Airport expecting ‘unprecedented number of passengers’$5,000 reward offered for information on abandoned puppy found in West AshleyAuthorities looking to identify suspect in Ladson armed robberiesNo bond set for Chatham County mother accused of murdering her toddlerBerkeley Co. School Board Chairman releases 39-page statement on former superintendent’s terminationGroup calls on governor to investigate firing of Berkeley Co. school superintendent
Top headlines for Nov. 23, 2022:
Jury: Russell Laffitte, convicted Murdaugh conspirator, found guilty on all six chargesTrial date delayed in Mallory Beach wrongful death lawsuit
US Sen. Lindsey Graham questioned in Georgia election probeWBTV helicopter crashes on I-77 South, two killedWBTV mourning the loss of meteorologist Jason Myers, pilot Chip TayagTransitional prison program awarded $100,000 grantRed Cross of South Carolina asking community for blood donations to prevent shortfall during holiday season
Top headlines for Nov. 22, 2022:
One Lowcountry nonprofit wants to feed over 20,000 people this ThanksgivingStormwater pipe repairs underway for downtown streets in Ian’s aftermathOrangeburg County, law enforcement agencies sued over alleged failure to act after man killed by girlfriend’s stalker1 arrested, 2 taken into custody after incident at Colleton County High School, deputies sayGoose Creek providing extra funding to city staff and golf course renovationsFoster parent renovates Berkeley County visitation rooms
Top headlines for Nov. 21, 2022:
Police arrest man in deadly Sunday shooting in North Charleston‘A loving young man’: Vigil honors former Lowcountry football star killed in shootingJoint Base Charleston to present 36 Distinguished Flying Crosses to airmenPatrons in gay club shooting hit gunman with his own weaponIdaho police investigating stabbing deaths ask for patienceYoung girl dies after being struck just before start of NC Christmas paradeFuneral held for NC woman who died in Mexico as family pushes for answersMoncks Corner to hold opening ceremony for Miracle League field
Top headlines for Nov. 18, 2022:
Turkey giveaways across the Lowcountry Report finds vacant teaching jobs in SC now at unprecedented highWhat to know if you’ve applied for student loan forgivenessTrident Tech extends free tuition offerMurdaugh files alibi claim in murder trialMurrells Inlet man accused of owning over 3,100 files of child pornographyDeputies find skeletal remains in wildlife areaCharleston’s holiday market returns to the North Charleston Coliseum and Convention CenterCharleston County officials halt new additions to Awendaw ParkOrangeburg’s Regional Medical Center receives ‘SAFE’ designation for sexual assault victims
Top headlines for Nov. 17, 2022:
2022 Shriners Children’s Charleston Classic kicks off ThursdayMUSC announces burn treatment center partnership with Shriners Hospital for ChildrenRoper St. Francis plans $1B new medical campus in N. CharlestonMan accused of robbing Johns Island convenience storeNorth Charleston Police looking for missing womanBerkeley County School Board unanimously passes funding and library content resolutionsAttorney: Decision to fire and hire Berkeley County superintendents done illegallySC lawmakers suing schools over allegations of teaching critical race theoryCity of Charleston to host meeting to discuss senior affordable housing on Johns Island
Top headlines for Nov. 16, 2022:
Trump seeks White House again amid GOP losses, legal probesColleton Co. deputies searching for two men believed to be connected to homicide caseAfter 12 years, family still waits for justice in deadly Ravenel shootingMan facing kidnapping charges after domestic incident at gas stationBerkeley Co. School Board fires superintendent, names replacementBerkeley Co. School Board bans critical race theory, votes on new committees after firing superintendentCharleston County high schools to add weapons detectors to security measuresHanahan residents encouraged to attend city improvement meetingCharleston County Parks accepting bids for planned 67-acre park in West AshleyBlessing of grounds Wednesday for International African American MuseumSCDOR begins issuing 2022 income tax rebates, cap set at $800
Top headlines for Nov. 15, 2022:
Suspect caught in fatal shooting of 3 U.Va. football playersFormer Dorchester Co. football player dies in University of Virginia shooting; Suspect in custodyPolice investigating fatal car vs. motorcycle crash in Goose CreekBond denied for man in Pineville murder, arson caseSix witnesses take the stand during trial of former bank executive connected to MurdaughLocal youth apprenticeship program receives $55,000 to advance programSC superintendent of education, attorney general to receive six-figure raises next yearResidents on James Island express concern over potential removal of grand oaksPause on Jedburg Road development after Berkeley County denies lifting moratoriumCharleston Co. approves six greenbelt funding projects, investing more than $7 million in green space
Top headlines for Nov. 14, 2022:
16-year-old dies in drive-by shootingCeremony honors first African American admitted to U.S. Naval AcademyFoodbank, automotive group donating Thanksgiving mealsCharleston Animal Society brings awareness to Pit BullsLaw firm’s donation furthers library food program
Top headlines for Nov. 11, 2022:
FIRST ALERT: Tornado watch for Lowcountry counties remains in effect until 7 a.m.As Nicole approaches, erosion is the big concern at Folly BeachCharleston projecting to spend over $8M to address flooding in older West Ashley neighborhoodCLOSINGS & CANCELLATIONS: Lowcountry schools, governments announce schedule changesTropical Storm Nicole weakens to depression, reaches GeorgiaProgram offering scholarship for aspiring teachers‘He was being dishonest with us’: Witnesses testify in trial of alleged Murdaugh conspirator
Top headlines for Nov. 10, 2022:
FIRST ALERT: Nicole makes landfall in Florida, several warnings in place for LowcountryCLOSINGS & CANCELLATIONS: Lowcountry schools, governments announce schedule changes‘He cheated’: Emotional first day of testimony in trial of alleged Murdaugh conspiratorEffort to further restrict abortion fails in South CarolinaDeputies arrest Hollywood man after homes shot in Adams Run areaMan accused of sexually assaulting underage teen in Dorchester Co.Proposed Johns Island development raises traffic and flooding concerns
Morning Y'all!
Yesterday South Carolinians went to the polls for the 2022 midterm elections. We're here to catch you up with the results from the key races in the state. Plus, a new grant program for small businesses and a new pedestrian bridge is set to hold a grand opening in North Charleston. All this and your First Alert weather forecast as our meteorologists continue to track Tropical Storm Nicole:
ELECTION RESULTS: Scott, Clyburn, McMaster, Mace win reelectionRepublican Tim Scott wins reelection to U.S. SenateWith reelection victory, SC Gov. McMaster set to make historyMace wins reelection bid, keeping Charleston-area House seat for RepublicansClyburn wins election to 16th term in Congress Charleston Co. School Board expected to have 8 new members after unprecedented electionWeaver holds lead in SC education superintendent’s raceCharleston County taking small businesses applications for $25,000 grantsGrand opening held for North Charleston pedestrian bridge
Top headlines for Nov. 8, 2022:
‘Intentionally set’ fire being investigated at Stratford High School, officials sayCoroner identifies woman killed in vendor truck accident on MUSC propertyELECTION DAY: Polls open at 7 a.m. across South CarolinaCandidates in South Carolina’s 1st Congressional District make final appeals to votersSC Superintendent Race Watch: Democrat Lisa Ellis, Republican Ellen Weaver compete for positionElection Day ballot features hotly contested gubernatorial raceMultiple groups offering free or discounted rides to the polls Tuesday
Top headlines for Nov. 7, 2022:
Multiple groups offering free or discounted rides to the polls Tuesday Cunningham to hold Charleston campaign rally MondayBiden, Trump return to campaign trail in final countdown before Election DayBicyclist killed in Beaufort Co. crash, troopers sayCharleston County deputies investigate pair of Sunday shootings‘It’s an epidemic’: Gun violence forum brings leaders together to find solutionsCharleston seafood restaurant to shut down this monthNon-profit receives grant to further child abuse prevention program
Top headlines for Nov. 4, 2022:
Proposed Johns Island elementary school raises traffic concernsBerkeley County School District continues to work to accommodate growthExit survey details why so many SC teachers are leaving their jobsSouth Carolina breaks early voting record, againCARTA to offer free rides to polls on Election DayFree medical clinic expands service areasNew $200M development aims to connect Summerville communityWork ongoing for $1M citywide Charleston plan to guide future resilienceCrews rescue 3 after boat capsized near Charleston Harbor
Top headlines for Nov. 3, 2022:
SC superintendent of education candidates meet for only debate less than a week before Election DayGov. McMaster makes campaign stop at The CitadelCandidate campaigning boundaries: What can happen in and outside 500 ft. of pollsProsecutors specify times of deaths of Murdaugh victims in new court documentsOne person hurt in Summerville shooting, sheriff’s office saysDeputies: Ladson shooting sends 1 to hospitalCharleston considering options to fund $7.8M shortfall in 2023 budgetS.C. Dept. of Transportation hosts meeting to discuss safety improvementsCity of Folly Beach asking for public comment on proposed parking plan
Top headlines for Nov. 2, 2022:
Workforce housing project breaks ground on east side of Charleston peninsulaSC GOP lawmakers remain locked in stalemate over tighter abortion restrictionsMcMaster requests disaster declaration as Ian costs reach $25MEPA, local officials discuss impact of electric school buses on SC school districtsDD2 implementing clear bag policy for sporting eventsLowcountry program encourages young people to rise above violenceLocal bar gives back to young women in need
Top headlines for Nov. 1, 2022:
Police make arrest in Allway St. shooting2 dead, child injured in Colleton County crash, highway patrol saysGRAPHIC: Woman looking for answers after being hit by truck while getting mailState health officials expanding food access map to CharlestonMayor: 2 illegal stop signs cause confusion, controversy in James Island neighborhoodSouth Carolina to receive $58M for electric school busesMUSC research program to increase lung cancer screenings, analyze genetic risk markers in Black population
Top headlines for Oct. 31, 2022:
4 teens wounded in early-morning shooting at Charleston apartment complexCoroner IDs man who died after Georgetown Co. log truck crashColleton County High School mourns student, band memberCharleston County fire leaves 2 displacedFire officials warn of contaminated kerosene sold in Williamsburg CountyWest Ashley bar and grill to close after 18 yearsWest Ashley restaurant announces plans to shut down after 15 yearsVolunteers needed for clean-up event along downtown bus routeDorchester Co. and community center partner for Christmas toy driveCharleston doctors utilize AI to detect precancerous polyps
Top headlines for Oct. 28, 2022:
Deputies: Pursuit involving stolen car ends after crashing into treePolice investigate North Charleston shootingAuthorities identify suspect in Summerville Hampton Inn shootingCharleston man pleads guilty to tax chargesCoroner IDs body recovered in N. Charleston as 63-year-old manCoroner IDs pedestrian killed in N. Charleston crashMissing North Charleston man last seen Oct. 10, police saySC Ports unveils master plan for Union PierWhat role will abortion play in mobilizing SC voters this election?Breaking down additional statewide constitutional amendment questionsThree community gardens coming to Tri-County
Top headlines for Oct. 26, 2022:
State health dept. aims to tackle ‘concerning’ health disparities in formulating five-year state planLand approved for K-8 school and more mobile units in Berkeley County SchoolsMicro-unit development could be coming to peninsulaDorchester County breaks ground on new business park
Top headlines for Oct. 25, 2022:
Turnout sets new record on first day of early votingNikki Haley endorses Ellen Weaver for SC education chiefMount Pleasant leaders back recreation referendumTip leads police to arrest of suspect in deadly December shootingCoroner identifies man killed in Charleston shootingDeputies investigate deadly Dorchester Co. shootingCharleston city leaders to vote on rental registration ordinanceUpper peninsula residents push for safer intersections
Top headlines for Oct. 24, 2022:
Teen arrested in deadly N. Charleston shootingCharleston Co. deputies seek clues in 12-year-old unsolved fatal shootingFamily of kidnapped child searches for answers after tip leads to Daniel IslandFour people arrested protesting at missing toddler’s homeMother Emanuel AME Church members bless support beams as renovations beginSummerville restaurant to close Monday after 32 yearsEarly voting for 2022 general election opens MondayThe Charleston Catholic School participating in Red Ribbon Campaign
Top headlines for Oct. 21, 2022:
Judge denies defense motions in Murdaugh murder caseAppeals court: Sen. Graham must testify in Georgia probeTaco Bell homicide suspect in custody, police sayNorth Charleston Police investigating fatal shootingDeadly crash involving moped under investigation in Beaufort CountyPolice warn of laced marijuana after drug overdosesReal estate developer breaks ground on $300 million Patriots Point projectColleton Co. Schools graduation rates decrease, dropout rates increaseEmergency management officials urge South Carolinians to be prepared for earthquakesLong-term expansion plan revealed for Charleston International AirportRunners begin 130-mile run honoring over 400 Fallen South Carolina military heroes
Top headlines for Oct. 20, 2022:
Man pleads guilty to 2009 murder, kidnapping and rape of Brittanee DrexelMurdaugh defense team wants judge to strike prosecution’s request for alibiPolice called to disturbance involving Quinton Simon’s family on Tybee Island
Fate of SC’s 6-week abortion ban now rests with state Supreme CourtFamilies relieved over possible Carolina Park Elementary expansion in lieu of rezoningBreeze Airways adds 4 destinations from Charleston International2023 Charleston Wine + Food tickets go on sale ThursdayNew men’s health center opens in Mount PleasantGoose Creek encouraging artists to submit artwork for district banner contest
Top headlines for Oct. 19, 2022:
Man charged in Brittanee Drexel murder to face judge WednesdayMurdaugh defense team wants judge to strike prosecution’s request for alibiPolice have named the mother a suspect, but still no arrests in Quinton Simon caseState senate continues debate abortion lawsExpanding career-focused courses to high school students in Colleton CountyMUSC shares response to last week’s baby formula recallNew grocery store grand opening in North CharlestonPlans for new development on James Island under review
Top headlines for Oct. 18, 2022:
2nd person arrested in deadly North Charleston shootingSummerville firefighter dies following recruit trainingCharleston Police looking for missing manMurdaugh defense demands evidence be handed over in new motionTurn lane closures to impact traffic on Glenn McConnell PkwySalvation Army announces Angel Tree make-up datesSC Health Dept. will accept federal immunization records for military childrenStaff host ceremony for new high school English language centerCity of Folly Beach pauses issuance of business licenses for short-term rentalsMUSC in need of more psychiatry beds as mental health services increase
Top headlines for Oct. 17, 2022:
1 dies in North Charleston house fire, firefighters confirm1 killed in N. Charleston shooting SaturdaySuspect in N. Charleston murder arrested during early-morning traffic stopSalvation Army announces Angel Tree make-up datesNon-profit shares ways to make Halloween more inclusiveDorchester Co. receives $1 million grant to provide healthcare to rural areas
Top headlines for Oct. 14, 2022:
Man arrested in connection with ‘suspicious’ Ladson mobile home fireNorth Carolina man faces attempted murder charges after attack in Georgetown Co.North Charleston Police looking for two missing teensInvestigators determine likely cause of N. Charleston apartment firePolice give update on Quinton Simon, mother only suspect in toddler’s death at this timeMurdaugh murder trial set for January 2023Lowcountry crime victims agencies receive almost $10 million in grant moneyHampstead Mall renovation: Conway Park expected to finish by end of 2022MUSC kicks off high tech rehab program for injured athletes
Top headlines for Oct. 13, 2022:
Ravenel standoff ends with man in custody after 24 hoursDeputies make 2nd arrest in deadly highway shootingCoroner: Missing woman’s body found in Dorchester Co. pondCharleston to make prime ‘nightlife’ parking restrictions permanentSC Ports wants public input on future of union pier Committee hears hours of concerns, ideas about how to help more SC children‘The school cannot do it alone’: 5 Charleston principals praise community partnershipLocal nonprofits host golf event to support emergency responders
Top headlines for Oct. 12, 2022:
Standoff at Ravenel home continues into early morning hoursColleton Co. sheriff, deputy face lawsuit after fatal officer-involved shootingMan charged in crash that killed Ladson woman now faces additional chargeMan arrested in Mount Pleasant vandalism incidentsSupreme Court rejects appeal from Dylann Roof, who killed 9Qualified Charleston Co. small businesses could receive up to $25K in additional fundsSC candidates for lieutenant governor debateDwindling attendance leads to proposal for change for Charleston high schoolAdvocacy groups express concern over proposed development in downtown Charleston
Top headlines for Oct. 11, 2022:
Deputies investigate skeletal remains found on Johns IslandMount Pleasant Police investigate vandalism incidents4 ejected, 1 in critical condition after Cooper River boat crashDorchester Road Regional Library reopens after renovationsDorchester Disc. 2 adopts beneficial technologies for 2023 school yearNew task force to focus on how to keep more teachers in SC classroomsGraham visits Charleston, talks economy, beaches after Ian & US in UkraineOfficials, community meeting to address questions over rural broadband expansion
Top headlines for Oct. 10, 2022:
Deputies: Driver killed after hitting tree on Johns Island2 wounded in pair of downtown shootingsDeputies: Man facing multiple charges after Ladson carjacking, chase4 ejected, 1 in critical condition after Cooper River boat crashTroopers: 1 killed in early-morning Orangeburg Co. crashBicyclist killed in late-night Dorchester County hit-and-run crashDeputies search for missing, endangered womanGeorgetown County to hold meeting for residents concerned about proposed solar farmLatin American Festival brings the Lowcountry together
Top headlines for Oct. 7, 2022:
Dozens displaced by North Charleston apartment fireTroopers: Pedestrian struck by vehicle, killed while crossing street in Berkeley CountyNorth Charleston Police receive more reports of break-ins in neighborhoodCoroner identifies victim of deadly North Charleston shootingSummerville Police searching for missing 12-year-oldDeputies looking for missing 81-year-old with dementiaCharleston Co. approves grant aimed at giving convicted Veterans services instead of jail timeNot enough affordable housing available for active-duty military in SC, base leaders say
Top headlines for Oct. 6, 2022:
1 killed in Berkeley County auto-pedestrian crashMotorcyclist killed after being ejected, ran over by another motorcyclist, troopers sayPolice: 1 dead, 2 hurt in N. Charleston shootingShooting ‘hoax’ reported in more than a dozen SC counties sends schools into lockdownNo victims, no shooter at Beaufort High School, deputies sayPolice: ‘Possible emergency situation’ at Burke High School confirmed to be hoaxCommunity help needed to restore historic Black schoolhouse‘I think it’s a win-win’: DD2 set to roll out new afterschool program for employees
Top headlines for Oct. 5, 2022:
If you live in the 29403 zip code, Charleston needs your help$70M investment announced for 2 South Carolina universitiesTruck driver killed after collision with train in RavenelGarbage truck fire in Cane Bay destroys 2 vehicles, damages 2 homesCoroner identifies mother, son killed in Summerville apartment fireRoper St. Francis honors Breast Cancer Awareness Month: “We have a commitment to the health of our community”Officials working to reschedule canceled MOJA festival events
Top headlines for Oct. 4, 2022:
3 displaced after 2-alarm downtown fire damages second buildingCoroner identifies motorcyclist killed in weekend crashDeputies search for missing Ladson teenDorchester County Council pushes amendments to one-cent sales tax to final readingMcMaster, Clyburn say more than 100,000 SC homes added to broadband accessCharleston Animal Society needs room in shelter for displaced dogs following Hurricane Ian2023 African American history calendar celebrates opening of International African American Museum
Top headlines for Oct. 3, 2022:
Army Corps of Engineers begin assessing Hurricane Ian erosion to beachesSee property damage from Hurricane Ian? Here’s how to report itMUSC confirms death of employee in Charleston facilityCoroner IDs 3 killed in murder-suicide in AndrewsSheriff’s office: Man faces 6 charges after trying to elude deputies on four-wheelerPolice looking for missing Georgetown manLast week to register for in-person votingNew student mental health services available for schools statewide
Top headlines for Sept. 30, 2022:
WATCH LIVE: FIRST ALERT: Hurricane Ian acceleration toward the South Carolina coastPOWER OUTAGES: Tens of thousands without power across LowcountryFIRST ALERT: Flooding, downed trees closing roads around LowcountryCharleston International Airport airfield closed
Top headlines for Sept. 28, 2022:
FIRST ALERT: Lowcountry counties under warnings, watches as Ian approachesGov. McMaster on Ian: ‘The time to prepare is now’SANDBAGS: These municipalities are offering sandbags for residentsCLOSINGS & CANCELLATIONS: Schools, groups announce schedule changes because of IanUofSC reschedules game against SC StateSC House rejects Senate’s abortion bill1 killed in single-vehicle crash in Orangeburg Co.Deputies searching for missing Georgetown womanJudge reverses severance order in Mallory Beach wrongful death lawsuitDeveloper presents plans for new development in Goose CreekPublix at Moncks Corner Marketplace holding grand opening WednesdayMUSC receives grant to expand telehealth services in rural communities
Top headlines for Sept. 27, 2022:
Coroner identifies man killed in North Charleston shootingPolice investigate death of Moncks Corner woman found after fireBerkeley County leaders approve more multifamily housingSC health dept. recommends flu shots, COVID boostersHospital to offer free breast cancer screenings for underinsured, uninsuredStormwater Management looking to prevent flooding with ‘passive recreation’Dorchester County officials meet to discuss pedestrian connector for Ashley River Park
Top headlines for Sept. 26, 2022:
House fire leaves family of 4 displaced, 2 pet birds deadCoroner IDs victim of deadly Georgetown County crash1 dead, 1 injured in single-vehicle Orangeburg Co. crashSkeletal remains found amid search for missing manJudge asked to reconsider severance ruling in Mallory Beach lawsuitFamily members of homicide victims gathered to remember loved onesWest Ashley Law firm offers free estate planning advice
Top headlines for Sept. 23, 2022:
2 shot at Taco Bell in Goose Creek, police sayPolice: Mt. Pleasant substitute teacher arrested for public intoxicationCoroner IDs bicyclist killed in Goose Creek hit-and-run crashSchool bus driver cited after crash that injured 7 in North CharlestonDorchester Co. council member meets residency criteriaNew state law expands kinship care to help more children in SC foster care systemFood Lion supports Lowcountry Food Bank with pantry makeovers$108.5M Charleston Co. library project moves forward with 2 renovations in October
Top headlines for Sept. 22, 2022:
Bicyclist killed in Goose Creek crash, police say1 dead after single-vehicle crash in Williamsburg Co.Deputies continue to investigate deadly Meggett hit and run‘It’s time to go to work’: Georgetown Co. Sheriff looks to combat traffic accidentsNew Awendaw middle and high school could be partially magnetCharleston’s Dart library branch sets date for renovationsLibrary hosting foster family recruitment event todayMount Pleasant Chamber of Commerce hosts business and community expo
Top headlines for Sept. 21, 2022:
Deputies investigate Beaufort County shootingStudent struck by N. Charleston bus pushed classmate out of way before impact, school saysCharleston Co. School Board chair responds to McMaster letter on assignment about transgender peopleCARTA meeting to discuss 21-mile-long commuter projectCharleston Redevelopment Corporation to present affordable housing efforts made in the cityRiverDogs win 2nd straight league championship
Top headlines for Sept. 20, 2022:
Police release surveillance photos of possible hit-and-run witnessNorth Charleston Police investigate weekend shootingFamily of man who died at state prison in Dorchester County to receive settlementNearly 100 companies planning to relocate or expand in SC, commerce chief says‘Significant work to be done’: SC Dept. of Education releases college, career assessmentsVice President Kamala Harris to speak at SC State’s Fall ConvocationOrganization promoting wellness in construction industryCity of Beaufort agrees to participate in affordable housing trust fundDorchester County Elections Office hosting registration drive
Top headlines for Sept. 19, 2022:
Charleston Police: Arrest made in hit-and-run that seriously injured 2 pedestriansMan arrested after fatal shooting at Georgetown nightclubPolice investigating body found at Goose Creek parkTroopers: 1 dead after ATV overturns into Orangeburg Co. creek‘I just need to know if she’s safe’: Parents of missing teen continue to search for answersWalk to Fight Hunger raises $90,000 for Lowcountry Food BankOrganization hosting veterans resource fair ahead of hiring events
Top headlines for Sept. 16, 2022:
Report: Man crashed into vehicle, home before standoffCharleston Co. detention deputy fired, arrested in assault investigationDeputies investigating after homeowner says he shot, killed intruderReward offered for info on injured puppy rescued in North CharlestonMcMaster, corrections dept. appeal judge’s block of SC execution methodsCharleston County School Chairman withdraws from school board raceMoncks Corner property owners to see 15 percent tax increase
Top headlines for Sept. 15, 2022:
Deputies take man into custody after Dorchester Co. standoffInvestigators connect two shootings after victim shows up at hospitalCharleston taking ecological approach to combat Johns Island drainage woesNew Publix in Ashley Landing expected to break ground in 2024IOP councilman, former mayor fight back against beach parking law
Top headlines for Sept. 14, 2022:
One dead in Summerville house fire, firefighters confirmDeputies: One wounded in Beaufort County shootingN. Charleston Police arrest man accused of fraudulently ordering $68K in cell phonesAdvocacy group expresses concern over new development on upper peninsulaGraham to introduce legislation to restrict abortions at national levelFDA to consider over-the-counter birth control pillSC lawmaker to introduce shield law to allow state to resume executions
Top headlines for Sept. 13, 2022:
Deputies release images of car in catalytic converter theft caseDeputies continue to seek tips in hit-and-run that killed ‘Outer Banks’ crew member2 arrested in Charleston shooting that injured 5Lawsuit accuses Alex Murdaugh, Bank of America of damaging financial firm’s reputationTrial date set for former bank executive linked to Alex MurdaughDorchester District 2 works on hiring, keeping bus driversSC launching program to support student mental health amid counselor shortageSC agriculture chief ‘impressed’ by Lowcountry school’s farm, programProposed redistricting maps could unite Johns Island under one district
Top headlines for Sept. 12, 2022:
Troopers seeking information on deadly Walterboro hit-and-run4 dead, 1 hurt after vehicle collides with stopped train in downtown FlorenceSearch continues for pilot after Lake Hartwell plane crashMount Pleasant wants public input on comprehensive planUSS Yorktown horn sounds to honor 9/11Nonprofit offering free counseling services to those facing housing instability
Top headlines for Sept. 9, 2022:
Deputies investigating armed robbery at Family Dollar5 arrested in Berkeley County drug bustPolice seeking information on downtown robberyJudge denies bond for suspect in Ladson DMV shootingPolice looking for missing ‘vulnerable’ manNear-ban on abortion fails in SC Senate, but restrictions added to six-week banFederal agency provides support for South Carolina small businessesTrident physician recognized as national physician of excellenceAmerican Red Cross in need of Black blood donors to support sickle cell disease patients
Top headlines for Sept. 8, 2022:
Chaplain ministry hopes to break cycle of crime in the LowcountrySuspect in Ladson DMV shooting turns himself in, deputies confirmLowcountry man sentenced after guilty plea to sex crimes against childrenMan arrested for string of burglaries in North CharlestonDeputies tracking gunman who robbed Orangeburg hotel clerkDorchester Dist. 2 schools adjusting start times because of bus driver shortageU.S. Postal Service hiring across S.C. to help increased shipping demandsS.C. Dept. of Natural Resources invites public to discuss deer population, hunting in Francis Marion Forest
Top headlines for Sept. 7, 2022:
Man arrested in deadly July shooting of North Charleston teenDeputies searching for Colleton Co. man accused of shooting man, fleeing in victim’s vehicleFIRST ALERT: Crash involving bicycle, vehicle shuts down portion of Hwy. 61Charleston Police investigating bank robbery on Folly RoadDeputies: No arrest made so far in Ladson DMV shootingRecent violence could prompt harsher penalties for Charleston businessesRape, incest exceptions out of South Carolina abortion billFiring squads, electrocutions unconstitutional in SC, judge rulesJames Islanders to discuss replacing James Island Fire Station 2Charleston County student IDs double as county library card
Top headlines for Sept. 6, 2022:
Pier at Naval Weapons Station damaged in boat crashCrews recover man’s body near James Island yacht club‘It’s going to be OK’: Neighbors react to shooting of 13-year-old in apartment complexPolice: Sunday shooting in downtown Charleston no longer believed to be randomPolice search for man missing from Lowcountry hospital vehicleSC deputies search for missing man with dementia, uncle of Chadwick BosemanMcMaster set to visit Charleston Tuesday for ‘special announcement’Monkeypox vaccine eligibility expands in SC on TuesdayStudent loan forgiveness will not be taxed in South Carolina, SCDOR saysAnother Charleston Co. Schools exec to leave; department to be reorganizedRecognizing signs of suicide for veteran suicide prevention month
Top headlines for Sept. 5, 2022:
Crews locate unoccupied boat near James Island yacht club‘A scary situation’: Witnesses and residents react to King St. early-morning shooting13-year-old injured in West Ashley apartment shootingCharleston mayor reacts to pair of weekend shootings: ‘Enough is enough’Coroner IDs woman killed in N. Charleston shootingPolice: Driver in ‘serious condition’ after crash at Glenn McConnell Pkwy. intersectionPolice: 5 arrested after vehicles stopped traffic, ‘drove recklessly’ on the Ravenel bridge
Top headlines for Sept. 2, 2022:
Huger-Wando residents raise concerns over roads, education and sewageNearly $200M Charleston drainage project set to enter final phase1 injured in Colleton County lightning strikeDeputies searching for man after armed robbery at Ladson convenience storeN. Charleston Police searching for missing teenDD2 receives state grants for art educationRacial Justice Network establishes 1-800 number for gun violence reportingGas prices on a decline going into the holiday weekend
Top headlines for Sept. 1, 2022:
Suspect in deadly Georgetown shooting arrested in Darlington County, police sayTroopers: Single-vehicle van crash leaves 1 dead, 7 injuredVictim dies weeks after Orangeburg County crash, troopers saySeeking hope after addiction: How drug addicts found their way to recoveryBan on abortions in SC, with limited exceptions, awaits Senate debate after passing HouseUS argues Supreme Court shouldn’t review Dylann Roof case‘Doc’ Antle accused of trying to sell Myrtle Beach Safari during federal case, documents stateSmaller SC communities can apply for grants to develop tourism industrySC nonprofit receives $11 million to help with affordable housing
Top headlines for Aug. 31, 2022:
Georgetown Police investigate string of storage unit break-insPolice name suspect in fatal Georgetown shootingWilliamsburg Co. deputies searching for missing 16-year-old girlSouth Carolina House approves abortion ban with exceptionsLocal literacy nonprofit celebrates a decade of serving students‘Light the Way for Hope’ honors lives lost on International Overdose Awareness Day
Top headlines for Aug. 30, 2022:
FIRST ALERT: Heavy rain, flooding possible Tuesday morning1 injured in Georgetown shootingVehicle burns at Charleston gas stationN. Charleston neighbors faced thigh-deep water during Monday floodingJudge orders state to hand over Murdaugh evidence, grants temporary protective orderGraham attends Energy conference, talks Mar-a-Lago, student loansFitness studio offering gym class for homeschoolersBerkeley County Library’s law talk series focuses on starting a business
Top headlines for Aug. 29, 2022:
Motions hearing in Murdaugh case set for MondayMan who sparked multi-agency manhunt after kidnapping daughter arrested: policeGeorgetown juveniles lie to deputies about abduction, sheriff’s office saysPolice searching for missing man last seen in West AshleySmall earthquake felt near LugoffSNAP and EBT outage in South Carolina restoredUSDA scattering rabies vaccines for wildlife in 13 statesCarriers seek extension on temporary cell tower in Mount Pleasant
Top headlines for Aug. 26, 2022:
Multiple agencies continue search for father after 7-year-old daughter found safeMan dies after tree falls on car near Adams RunConcerned citizen’s call leads to arrest of three men in Orangeburg County‘Blast every one of you’: Man accused of threatening judge on FacebookGeorgetown County Council passes new law for animal restraintsCharleston dedicates municipal courtroom to Judge Richard FieldsFirst phase of planned Folly Road transformation expected to start construction by end of yearMcMaster signs law providing paid family leave for state employeesCommunity meeting Saturday to discuss I-526 Lowcountry Corridor West project‘She’s in our hearts’: Friends celebrate, toast to Megan Rich‘We didn’t make it’: Mom delivers baby in the car while dad drives to hospitalSurfers, children with autism catch some waves on Folly Beach
Top headlines for Aug. 25, 2022:
Scene cleared after search for alleged kidnapper, victim in downtown CharlestonGeorgetown Police investigating shooting at Dollar Tree parking lotPolice release new details in fatal downtown Charleston crash12 juveniles charged after large fight at Andrews High SchoolFormer Charleston Co. School District Chief of Staff sues district over breach of contractAutoNation USA Charleston host teen driver safety clinicSC State updates school security, new parking requirements
Top headlines for Aug. 24, 2022:
Deputies respond to 2 deadly overnight crashes2 killed in 4-vehicle crash in downtown CharlestonBeaufort County deputies search for fast food worker in weekend shootingFormer chief deputy sues Charleston sheriff, county over firingParker’s Corporation seeks separate trial in wrongful death suitMurdaugh defense says state has recordings from just before killingsCarolina Park Elementary families fight for no rezoningTroubling TikTok challenges inspire new, digital hall pass systemCharleston County wants feedback on comprehensive housing planMoncks Corner Marketplace: One of many commercial developments in the works
Top headlines for Aug. 23, 2022:
Charleston County School Board plans to hire new superintendent in MarchCharleston County Council considers forming Climate Action CommitteeCharleston looking to invest $10M on 2nd phase of potential fix to flood-prone intersectionChildren’s birthday party ends in arrests at North Charleston Chuck E. CheeseCoroner IDs victim killed in shooting near SC State; College adds security measuresPolice investigating shooting that damaged church vanCharleston Metro Chamber of Commerce launches housing coalition to better understand the housing crisisGroups sue to challenge development Cainhoy PeninsulaSCDNR to hold public meeting ahead of deer season
Top headlines for Aug. 22, 2022:
Reported shooting puts SC State on brief lockdown1 dead, 2 injured in Orangeburg County crashDorchester County seeks public comment on Ladson Road improvementsFans’ tickets to be honored after Dorchester County jamboree cancellationHistoric preservation course coming to Johns Island
Top headlines for Aug. 19, 2022:
Man arrested in missing woman’s case ordered to wear GPS monitor, not to leave state2 arrested in Dorchester County killing, Coroner IDs victim2nd juvenile arrested in deadly Charleston apartment shootingAlleged getaway driver takes stand in Colleton County triple murder trialWith six-week abortion ban blocked for now, what comes next?Student limps to school after being hit by vehicle, report saysOrganization covering back to school haircuts Friday in the Summerville areaCommunity Resource Center partners with 2 N. Charleston schools for supplies, hygiene kitsHabitat for Humanity hosts wall raising ceremony for new affordable home
Top headlines for Aug. 18, 2022:
SC Supreme Court temporarily blocks abortion lawMan arrested in connection to armed robbery of landscaping nurseryFamily of 2017 triple homicide victims hopes for answers, remembers their loved onesMurdaugh defense calls out state alleging evidence not shared, leaks in case‘Doc’ Antle waives right to speedy trial, files continuance for August pretrialDorchester County officials host groundbreaking for new libraryCharleston to invest around $10M to address flooding in EastsideGolfers asking for restrooms on Charleston MunicipalCharleston City Council working to revise rental registration ordinance
Top headlines for Aug. 17, 2022:
Goose Creek to name city’s new amphitheater after state lawmakerCharleston postpones creation of rental property owner databasePolice: 1 detained at West Ashley convenience store after report of shots firedTrial begins for man charged in Colleton County triple murderTroopers investigate deadly motorcycle crash in Beaufort CountySC State students face housing concerns as they return to campusEdith L. Frierson Elementary continues to expand Montessori ProgramStoney Field renovations finished ahead of new school yearJames Island Charter High School opens new facilitiesCOVID-19 vaccines not required for Charleston Co. School District students
Top headlines for Aug. 16, 2022:
‘Mother of the community’: How her family remembers Pineville victimMonday marked 4 years since Edisto Island woman’s disappearanceWoman sentenced for burglary during Hurricane FlorenceMan charged in Friday night N. Charleston chase Dorchester District Four welcomes students to with new programs for elementary, high schoolAhead of the first day of school, Charleston Co. Schools has about 35 teacher vacanciesDorchester District Four takes extra safety precautions for upcoming yearGeorgetown County Schools looking to fill teacher vacancies
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Top headlines for Aug. 12, 2022:
1 killed, 1 injured in Thursday night assault on James IslandOne killed in shooting at downtown apartment complexDeputies searching for person of interest in 80-year-old’s killingFolly Beach Police looking for man in knife attack investigationPolice: 1 in custody after man shot outside downtown Charleston restaurantCoroner identifies victim of deadly Highway 61 crashDorchester Co. Planning Commission tables decision on amendments to Ponds subdivisionCharleston County Parks hosting inclusive prom
Top headlines for Aug. 11, 2022:
Deputies arrest man after chase ends on train tracks, crashMan charged after chase through Dorchester County neighborhood in stolen truckPolice: 1 in custody after man shot outside downtown Charleston restaurantCoroner IDs 18-year-old killed in Ladson vehicle vs. pedestrian crashS.C. attorney general wants bond revoked for Murdaugh’s alleged accompliceGov. McMaster sues Biden administration’s OSHASC Veterans call PACT Act ‘monumental victory’ in expanding healthcare benefitsGeorgetown Co. announces 4 early voting locations, special city council election datePediatrician shares mental health tips for back to schoolDominion Energy encourages public to mark utility lines for national 811 day
Top headlines for Aug. 10, 2022:
Man charged after chase through Dorchester County neighborhood in stolen truckPolice arrest 19-year-old in downtown shootingCharleston leaders to discuss plans for affordable housing project on King StreetMount Pleasant takes next step with noise ordinanceBidens to vacation on Kiawah Island, town confirmsMurdaugh attorneys ask for delay in lawsuit until after murder trialBerkeley Co. Schools to put 1% sales tax on November ballotThree Charleston organizations awarded grant to address barriers to better the healthcare system
Top headlines for Aug. 9, 2022:
North Charleston Police continue search for gunman who injured 2Mt. Pleasant Police arrest 2 Alabama men accused of soliciting a minorDeputies: Investigation leads to arrest, drug seizure14 hurt, 9 hospitalized in Berkeley Co. crash involving charter busSchool board attempts, fails to reinstate fired employeeCharleston Co. school security improvements ‘wish list’ to cost $60 milNew SC law guarantees many teachers daily break, planning time, but not right awaySC Department of Consumer Affairs names top complaints from 2021Inflation affecting prices Lowcountry customers are payingDevelopers looking to bring mixed use project to Goose CreekNew volunteer fire station to cut down insurance costs
Top headlines for Aug. 8, 2022:
Nutrition preparation underway at the Citadel as Cadets head back to schoolFirst Day Fest saves families money on school suppliesTHE LIST: Back-to-school giveaways around the Lowcountry2 women hospitalized after stabbing incident at Charleston apartment complexDriver charged in Ladson vehicle vs. pedestrian crashWrong-way collision in Orangeburg leaves 1 deadInvestigators remove ‘historic ordnance’ at Fort SumterMount Pleasant PD warns of ‘T-shirt’ scamNew MUSC Program provides nutritional support to mothers
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Top headlines for Aug. 3, 2022:
Deputies: One injured in Goose Creek shootingDeputies name man wanted in fatal Walterboro shootingCharleston County School District “restructures”, drops top staff memberNon-profit to build garden for middle schoolersSummerville Fire and Rescue opens citizens fire academy applicationsSC abortion law being contested in the courthouse and the State HouseSC joins nationwide anti-robocall task force
Top headlines for Aug. 2, 2022:
Dorchester Dist. 2 working on ‘punchlist’ items ahead of new middle school’s openingSC Education Association concerned about teacher openings across stateSC districts can no longer use debt collectors to recoup for unpaid mealsGeorgetown Police searching for missing manCharleston Police to celebrate National Night Out TuesdaySCDOT wants feedback on Long Point Road interchange project
Top headlines for Aug. 1, 2022:
‘You just can’t feel safe’: Deadly shooting at Walterboro pool hall worries neighborsFatal Berkeley County crash scene found 3 days later, troopers sayCats saved as crews battle Sunday house fire in Mount PleasantCrews rescue 9 from water near Daufuskie IslandNew West Ashley building design guidelines to be unveiledCunningham to announce running mate in governor’s race MondayGRAPHIC: Family of woman who died after fall from patrol car demands answers
Folly Beach ordinance may limit multifamily developments downtown
Top headlines for July 29, 2022:
Police investigating Thursday night shooting in Georgetown10 facing charges in drug smuggling operation at Colleton Co. Detention CenterMagistrate judge’s duties restricted after DUI arrestLawyers: Lawsuit prepared; calling on sheriff’s office to “restore public trust” after deadly deputy-involved crashGeorgetown City Council formalizes revocation of behavioral health center’s business licenseJoe Cunningham calls on Gov. McMaster for gubernatorial debatesRoe overturn sparks fears same-sex marriage protection could be repealed tooSouth Carolina suing Biden administration over proposed firearm regulations
Top headlines for July 28, 2022:
1 killed, 1 injured in Wednesday night crash in Berkeley Co.Coroner IDs man killed in Johns Island accidental shootingAttorney: Former bank CEO, Murdaugh associate, post bondDHEC urges families get kids vaccinated against COVID with new school year approachingUS signs off on 800,000 more doses of monkeypox vaccine2 Charleston area judges up for SC Supreme Court seatEvette officially files for re-election for SC lieutenant governorThousands of North Carolina felons can now register and voteReport: Person electrocuted during construction work at Charlotte Douglas International AirportGeorgetown Co. natural resource plan under reviewDorchester Co. looking to expand Ashley River Park to at least 300 acres200-year-old manufacturing company opens new site in Moncks Corner
Top headlines for July 27, 2022:
Orangeburg man charged with fatally shooting killed 14-year-old son, wounding wifePolice search for missing North Charleston teenagerSouth Carolina’s 6-week abortion ban can continue for nowAdair Ford Boroughs sworn in as US Attorney for the District of South CarolinaGovernor McMaster announces $25 million workforce investmentGoose Creek looking to spend $2.5M on 3 new multipurpose fields in Carnes CrossroadsRunning group rallies to save North Charleston running trackRenovated Mount Pleasant Library scheduled to reopenGroup pushes for penalties for animal tethering in Charleston CountyLocal caddie program provides underserved youth with opportunity to earn full ride to collegeBerkeley Co. tax accommodation grants opening
Top headlines for July 26, 2022:
Goose Creek city leaders discuss budgeting for new parkGoose Creek couple loses home in lightning strike fireDorchester Dist. 2 OKs up to $32M to pay for school construction, equipmentCharleston Co. Schools brace for dealing with unpaid lunch bills16-year-old charged in West Ashley shooting that injured teenage girlCharleston man arrested on child exploitation chargesSearch continues for 76-year-old woman missing for 9 days
Top headlines for July 25, 2022:
3 killed in multi-vehicle Colleton Co. crash1 person dead after truck hits a tree, overturns in Dorchester Co.Hanahan police officer hospitalized after crash on Savannah HighwayCoroner IDs man killed in Ashley Phosphate crashMan shot several times, deputies searching for suspectDeputies investigating early-morning shooting on Johns IslandFolly Beach Pier construction still on schedule for 2023 completionCharleston wedding prices rise as inflation increasesTurn lane closures scheduled for Glenn McConnell Pkwy. widening projectGeorgetown County School District accepting non-resident students
Top headlines for July 22, 2022:
Georgetown revokes child behavioral health center’s license citing ‘public nuisance’MUSC neurosurgeons bring new virtual technology into operating room‘Week of senseless shootings’: 16-year-old arrested after Monday night Georgetown shootingCoroner IDs victims of Georgetown double shootingLady’s Island man arrested for sexual exploitation of a minorCharleston leaders creating new city disaster plan
Top headlines for July 21, 2022:
Georgetown man arrested in deadly overnight double shootingReward offered for driver’s arrest in hit-and-run that killed ‘Outer Banks’ crew memberWorker dies after falling into ship’s smokestackDeputies searching for Beaufort man wanted for attempted murderBar owner, elected official call for city’s help protecting N. Charleston barsAlex Murdaugh pleads not guilty to murder charges; bond deniedFormer Vice President Mike Pence delivers pro-life message at Florence churchMore than 400 animals killed or abused in SC this year, shelter says
Top headlines for July 20, 2022:
Murdaugh to appear in Colleton County for bond hearing on murder chargesConservative-led committee suggests near-ban on abortions in SCSenate confirms Michelle Childs to DC appeals court12-year-old boy injured in accidental shooting, deputies sayBeaufort County crash injures 11, including 7 childrenRobbery suspect killed in Georgetown officer-involved shooting, police sayCharleston to envision middle, upper peninsula’s future for next 20 yearsRunners fight to save North Charleston track$3M critical home repair project approved by Charleston County Council
Top headlines for July 19, 2022:
Georgetown County deputies investigating shootingPolice search for 19-year-old wanted in deadly June shootingDorchester Co. neighborhoods complain of weekly flooding, repair costsMedical manufacturing company adding site in Charleston CountyPersonal finance course to become requirement for SC high school studentsCharleston Co. school board changes proposal to give superintendent more authorityCharleston Parks and Recreation Department seeks public input
Top headlines for July 18, 2022:
Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office searching for missing womanDeputies investigating string of car break-ins in SummervilleNew, high-end dealership may be coming to the ‘auto-mile’Board considers move to split its policy manualFamily hopes new headstone marks beginning of justice in Stephen Smith caseBeaufort County woman loses over $100,000 in CIA scam
Top headlines for July 15, 2022:
Bomb squad responds to report of ordnance found in N. CharlestonAlex Murdaugh charged with murders of wife, son; Attorneys release statementMother of man killed in presumed 2015 hit-and-run releases statement on Murdaugh indictmentsDeputies looking for suspect in reported massage parlor sexual assaultCharleston Co. deputy injured in 2020 crash sues hospitalBond denied for ‘Tinder Slaying’ suspectLowcountry nonprofit donates computers to community centerCharleston City Council set to discuss plan to address abandoned, neglected buildings
Top headlines for July 14, 2022:
Person wearing bullet-resistant vest in custody after reports of shots firedJudge revokes Bowen Turner’s probation, orders him to register as sex offenderDevelopers unveil renderings of proposed hotel on Savannah Highway in West AshleyMoncks Corner wants input as it prepares for the futureCharleston leaders to review 2nd phase of West Ashley flood relief planSouth Carolina abortion providers file lawsuit challenging six-week abortion ban
Top headlines for July 13, 2022:
Deputies looking for woman in deadly shooting in Nexton areaSuspect accused of killing Spartanburg Co. deputy faces new chargesMan charged in murder of 83-year-old Charleston womanAlex Murdaugh expected to face murder charges in wife’s, son’s killings, attorney saysSC Supreme Court disbars Murdaugh READ MORE: The Murdaugh CasesSC teacher heads to Poland to help refugee childrenDevelopers seeking approval for mixed use building on site of former milk plantWest Ashley Revitalization Commission to hear design proposition for abandoned car dealership
Top headlines for July 12, 2022:
Police investigating after shooting victim arrives at hospitalCoroner confirms identity of body found inside missing man’s truckCoroner IDs 20-year-old killed in shooting at apartment complexConstruction underway for Trident’s new behavioral hospital, announcing name soonProposed ordinance removes resident parking exemptions at Folly BeachCharleston business leaders share plans to boost King StreetFaith-based nonprofit looking to fill vacancies in programBerkeley Co. looking to add 1-cent sales tax renewal to November ballot
Top headlines for July 11, 2022:
Proposed ordinance removes resident parking exemptions at Folly BeachSC governor to hold news conference at USS YorktownTroopers: 2 dead, 3 injured following Colleton Co. crashDetectives investigating fatal North Charleston shootingBody found inside missing man’s truck pulled from river, deputies sayRide to End Alz. raises over $800,000 for the Alzheimer’s AssociationNonprofit uses database to track encounters with motorists and pedestrians
Top headlines for July 8, 2022:
Family, community gather in N. Charleston to remember 2 sisters killed in crash‘This could have been prevented’: Mother of 12-year-old suspect in fatal crash speaks outCoroner IDs victim in deadly late-night shooting at North Charleston bar; Woman arrestedCoroner IDs body found in burning shed2 arrested in May killing in SummervilleGeorgetown man arrested on multiple drug chargesCyclists begin nearly 300 mile bike ride to end Alzheimer’s disease
Top headlines July 7, 2022:
Police respond to incident at N. Charleston barGRAPHIC: N. Charleston Police release dashcam video in deadly crash involving officerCharleston Co. School District says Hampstead Mall plans will impact students, eastside communityCharleston reveals draft plans to redistrict city council ahead of electionsHow SC sheriffs are responding to reporting requirement in six-week abortion ban
Top headlines for July 6, 2022:
Troopers investigating deadly crash involving N. Charleston Police officerCoroner identifies pedestrian killed in Tuesday morning hit-and-run crashCoroner identifies victim killed in head-on crash in Ravenel identified4 hospitalized after boat crashes near Great Pee Dee RiverStates could receive federal money to build out ‘red flag’ gun programsTidelands Health receives grant to continue to serve the uninsured in the communityMount Pleasant gives update on noise ordinance pilot programCharleston Co. Schools wrapping up latest phase of capital planMarketing agency opens free service applications to Lowcountry nonprofits
Top headlines for July 5, 2022:
Deputies investigate vehicle vs. pedestrian crash near Folly Road1 killed, 3 injured in head-on crash in RavenelMan arrested on DUI charge in deadly Johns Island crashIncreased need for beach cleanup volunteers after busy weekendCharleston school seeks new security measures after fight with 10 studentsProgram allowing no cost meals to all students endsCharleston Co. Schools offering no-cost summer meals for kidsMilitary community adds more than $34B to state’s economy each year
Top headlines for July 4, 2022:
Folly Beach sees large crowds for July 4th weekendSCDNR offering free boating safety inspections for the holiday weekendLIST: 4th of July celebrations happening in the LowcountryAnother earthquake reported hours after first one shakes SC areaVehicle overturns, driver killed in Colleton Co., troopers saySheriff’s office: Over 70 shots fired in shooting that sent 4 to hospital in Mullins areaTwo arrested, one accused of hitting 2-year-old repeatedlyCharleston Animal Society offering pet amnesty this 4th of July holidayDorchester Paws waives dog adoption, reclaim feesIncreased need for beach cleanup volunteers after busy weekend
Top headlines for July 1, 2022:
2 dead, 1 hospitalized after chase ends in crash near airportSouth Carolina gas tax increases FridaySC man enters guilty pleas on Capitol riot charges, accused of letting mob inside rotundaPolice searching for man wanted in fatal double shootingCharleston Co. School District department head out after allegations of hiring malfeasanceLowcountry Weekend: Celebrate the 4th Lowcountry style!Lowcountry Weekend:Art exhibit honoring America’s veterans debuts at Charleston airport Friday
Top headlines for June 30, 2022:
Man arrested in deadly downtown Tuesday night restaurant shootingInvestigation underway into cause of West Ashley fireCoroner IDs 17-year-old victim in shooting at North Charleston gas stationJames Island Creek Water Task Force to discuss funding opportunities to improve water qualityMount Pleasant board approves Coleman Blvd. development 6 months after denial2.4 magnitude earthquake reported in Kershaw County overnightKennedy meets qualifications to hold new Charleston Co. school superintendent roleSouth Carolina veterans will no longer pay state taxes on military retirement incomeJustices say veteran who lost job as Texas trooper can sue stateArt exhibit honoring America’s veterans debuts at Charleston airport FridayTown of Summerville, nonprofit team up to combat housing instability
Top headlines for June 29, 2022:
Charleston Police Department investigating incident that left one dead downtownELECTION RESULTS: Weaver, Matthews projected winners in primary runoffsFolly Beach votes against capping short-term rentalsMan arrested in deadly Colleton Co. nightclub shootingFour suspects plead guilty to PPP loan fraudPandemic relief grants open to nonprofitsStatewide plan looks to address increased flooding, improve recovery efforts
Top headlines for June 28, 2022:
SC’s fetal heartbeat bill now in effect, judge rulesSC state election commission has a few rules for voting in primary runoffsPolls open at 7 a.m. for primary runoff electionDeputies arrest Johns Island man after standoffSouth Street property owners will face jury trial for Memorial Day shootingCharleston Co. interim school superintendent promoted, will serve until replacement namedCharleston Co. sets aside funds for affordable housing, emergency repairsCharleston County libraries expanding hours at two branchesThree local businesses sponsor campaign to protect Crab Bank
Top headlines for June 27, 2022:
Pride parades march on with new urgency across US
Abortion foes, supporters map next moves after Roe reversalGreenville PD: 6 arrested during ‘Bans off our Bodies’ rally in downtown GreenvilleWhat Supreme Court ruling means for SC’s Fetal Heartbeat LawMan arrested in Saturday night North Charleston shootingDriver killed, passenger injured in Berkeley County crashSC lawmakers to consider $53M in vetoed local projectsNew library coming to North Charleston
Top headlines for June 24, 2022:
Senate OKs landmark gun violence bill, House passage is next1/6 hearing: Trump told Justice Dept. to call election ‘corrupt’Feds search Trump-era official’s home, subpoena GOP leadersLaw enforcement, neighbors gather in Ridgeville for gun violence forumMan accused of killing Spartanburg County deputy had pending charge for resisting arrest‘He was ambushed’: Spartanburg County deputy shot in line of duty dies24 units damaged, 80 residents displaced by large Summerville apartment firePolice searching for man wanted for questioningPolice: Man tried to hit officer with his vehicle before chaseData shows biking in Charleston is growing but infrastructure is behindProgram offers free financial literacy workshops for youth
Top headlines for June 23, 2022:
Committee to review 320 unit multi-family development on Daniel IslandCharleston City council could consider taxes to pay for firefighter raisesCharleston board gives conceptual approval to retail, apartment building on King St.Troopers: 1 person dead after tractor-trailer hit pedestrianReport: Man dies after being ejected, run over and dragged 30 feetCoroner IDs 14-year-old killed in crash with dump truckEnvironmental nonprofit removes two boats from Charleston harbor
Top headlines for June 22, 2022:
Deputies search for man accused of stealing funeral home vanMan charged with attempted murder after fight over fettucciniS.C. attorney general urges feds to investigate attacks against pro-life groupsMurdaugh waives right to hearing in disbarmentCharleston Area Urban League unveils fair housing campaignCity Council discusses deadline to fill commission on racial conciliation vacanciesCharleston City Council to discuss possible light pollution ordinance
Top headlines for June 21, 2022:
Police respond to incident at North Charleston apartment complexCoroner identifies inmate who died at Berkeley Co. jailDorchester County to break ground on $5.9M joint-venture library with Dist. 2 SchoolsPrincipal accused of encouraging students to have ‘revenge sex’ instead of fightingCharleston County emergency rental assistance applications close TuesdayNew SC law targets ‘wake surfing,’ sets finesJames Island Board of Zoning and Appeals to discuss KFC drive-thruFoster parent partners with local restaurant chain to support foster kids
Top headlines for June 20, 2022:
2 dead, 2 injured in Colleton County nightclub shootingDeputies: 15-year-old girl missing since March still believed to be in SCCharleston County emergency rental assistance applications close TuesdaySeabrook Island neighbors push for short-term rental cap, mayor says no cap neededVolunteers collect left-over produce to donate
Top headlines for June 17, 2022:
FIRST ALERT: Heat advisory, chance of storms possible Friday
Friday marks 7 years since Charleston church shooting
Police say 2 dead, 1 injured in shooting at Alabama churchSheriff: Man arrested in connection to shooting, assault in Georgetown Co.1 arrested, toddler believed taken reunited with family after deadly double shootingCoroner IDs victim in early-morning St. Stephen house fireCoroner IDs man found dead in Charleston HarborEmanuel 9 memorial expected to break ground this fall15 years later, a stair climb honors the Charleston 9Investigators deploy new tools to fight, track human trafficking in SC
Top headlines for June 16, 2022:
Crews respond to fire in St. StephenPolice: Body of missing boater recovered in the Charleston HarborSheriff’s office: Off-duty detention deputy dies in Rivers Avenue crashPastor escapes burning church unharmed, being offered new worship spaces after fireTax cuts, rebates and raises part of nearly $14B state budget heading to governor’s deskOfficials stress importance of properly installed car seats
Top headlines for June 15, 2022:
ELECTION RESULTS: Mace, McMaster, Cunningham among SC primary winnersComplete election resultsDeputies search for man in connection to Georgetown Co. shooting that injured twoDriver dies weeks after I-26 crash in Berkeley County, troopers sayPassenger in single-vehicle Williamsburg County crash dies from injuriesDeputies investigating Dorchester County stabbingNorth Charleston breaks ground on Park Circle projectJoint Base Charleston provides resources to lower veteran unemployment rates
Top headlines for June 14, 2022:
FIRST ALERT: Heat advisory in effect for Tuesday
Republican primary voters face ‘advisory questions’ on ballotPRIMARY DAY: Polls open at 7 a.m. statewideSelf-proclaimed Charleston gang member enters guilty plea on gun chargeCharleston nurse partners with libraries to provide health resourcesCharleston to spend around $10M to fix drainage issues on Johns Island
Top headlines for June 13, 2022:
FIRST ALERT: Heat advisory in effect across the Lowcountry MondayDorchester Co. to spend $4.5M replacing several aging bridgesCharleston Harbor deepens, allows for larger shipsIncome tax cuts, rebates centerpiece of SC’s $13.8B budgetKey races on the ballot in SC’s Tuesday primariesSC academic readiness organization is providing tools to prepare upcoming kindergartners
Top headlines for June 10, 2022:
Horry County police searching for missing 4-month-oldOne dead following auto pedestrian crash in North CharlestonPortion of Highway 17 in Awendaw closed after auto pedestrian crashLawyer: Charleston Co. deputy to surrender to charges in crash that killed mother, daughtersCity of Orangeburg names police chief after months of searchingSouth Carolina spending hundreds of millions of dollars help schools with aging infrastructureSen. Tim Scott wants billions in unused COVID relief to be spent securing schoolsN. Charleston City Council hear comments, express support for Joint Operations CenterSC has had 5th-highest number of mass shootings so far this year, report finds
Top headlines for June 9:
Lawyer: Charleston Co. deputy to surrender to charges in crash that killed mother, daughtersMan wanted for killing two women in Beaufort County arrested in New YorkDrunk driver gets 4 years in crash that injured police officer, led to K-9 deathDetention hearing for ‘Tiger King’ star facing federal charges pushed back one weekBowen Turner remains behind bars as probation violation case moves forwardFormer east side school to be renovated into affordable housingIsle of Palms Environmental Advisory Committee to discuss ban on infilled sand holes, metal shovels
Top headlines for June 8, 2022:
Charleston Co. deputy to be charged in crash that killed mother, daughtersDeputies find military-style rifle in stolen vehicle during gunfire investigation near parkCARTA, BCDCOG to receive more than $1.2 million in grantsCollege of Charleston grad student leads global beach cleanupWest Ashley man teaches first aid to hundreds of Ukrainians
Top Headlines for June 7, 2022:
Tuesday marks 1 year since Murdaugh killingsBrothers arrested in connection with theft, destruction of Boy Scout statueMyrtle Beach Safari owner highlighted in ‘Tiger King’ accused of laundering over $500KDeputies searching for missing man who suffers from memory loss, health issuesMcMaster says Biden’s gun control proposals ‘could intrude’ on Second Amendment rightsMcMaster holds ceremonial signing for SC Religious Freedom ActBiden names nominee to serve as U.S. Attorney for South CarolinaVice President Harris to visit SC FridayCommercial development plans for West Ashely Circle moving forward
Top headlines for June 6, 2022:
Over 50 feared dead in Nigeria church attack, officials sayPolice: Tennessee shooting leads to 3 dead, 14 injured3 dead, 11 wounded in downtown Philadelphia shooting‘I am going to miss everything about her,’ shooting leaves 1 dead, injures 7 in SummertonDeputies investigate Georgetown Co. shootingPolice: 2 teens shot during drug deal, armed robbery in BeaufortOfficials to discuss future development along Bees Ferry corridor2 kayakers with military backgrounds traveling over 800 miles to raise $50K to help Veterans
Top headlines for June 3, 2022:
Biden appeals for tougher gun laws: ‘How much more carnage?’Police: Tulsa suspect targeted surgeon he blamed for pain, purchased rifle day of shootingHouse panel advances gun bill after recent mass shootingsDrive-by shooting damages vehicles at West Ashley neighborhood4th suspect arrested in shooting that killed 6-year-oldDemocratic gubernatorial debate planned in the week before the primaryChanges to SC’s absentee voting by mail cause confusion ahead of primary electionCharleston’s International African American Museum sets 2023 opening date
Top headlines for June 2, 2022:
Report: Man throws baby at girlfriend after finding her talking on the phoneDispute at Williamsburg County convenience store leads to fatal shootingCoroner IDs pedestrian killed in N. Charleston crashThree arrested in aftermath of Charleston mass shooting bond outSC Senior farmers market nutrition program expands to all 46 counties19 puppies found in woods, some trapped in box in Orangeburg CountyMissing Scouts statue returned as pieces of scrap metal, dumped into bucketsNo injuries during fire at N. Charleston scrap metal facility, officials say
Top headlines for June 1, 2022:
Ten people wounded in Charleston mass shootingCharleston residents ask for regulations on block parties, faster action and preventionWanted subject detained following standoff at West Ashley hotelRed Cross assisting family following North Charleston house fireTroopers release picture of car sought in hit-and-run that injured 4-year-oldNCPD: Police chase reaches speeds of 116 mph, leads to hit-and-runGeorgetown County coroner lists Brittanee Drexel’s death as ‘undetermined’Thieves make off with bronze, life-sized Boy Scout statue from N. Charleston centerWells Fargo recommends financially preparing for this years hurricane season
Top headlines for May 31, 2022:
‘Multiple people’ injured in downtown shootingEmergency crews respond to serious accident in Williamsburg County3rd person arrested in shooting that killed 6-year-old boyFolly Beach bar named in $1.25 million death settlementEarly voting begins this week in South CarolinaDorchester County remembers those lost with Memorial Day unveiling
Top headlines for May 30, 2022:Deputies investigate shooting at McClellanville gas stationVan crashes into patio of West Ashley restaurantCoroner IDs man and woman found shot at West Ashley businessNorth Charleston townhouse fire displaces 7Victims in fatal boating crash in Wilmington River identified2 charged, 1 sought in deadly drive-by shooting that killed 6-year-old boyEnter for a chance to Win Paw Patrol VIP ticketsCARTA expects ridership to rise for the Memorial Day holiday
Top headlines for May 27, 2022:
U.S. Attorney in SC ramping up efforts to hold violent offenders accountable for gun crimesPolice release video of suspect sought in fatal robbery at N. Charleston businessInvestigators arrest murder suspect after victim’s body found at hotel roomSuspects in Greenville taco truck drug ring appear in bond courtDorchester District 2 honors retiring superintendent with celebrationMarion Square is filled with over 60 visual artists for Piccolo Spoleto outdoor arts exhibit
Top headlines for May 26, 2022:
How can SC ensure children, teachers are safe at school? Here’s what state lawmakers said.One dead, three transported to hospital in multi-vehicle crash in Berkeley Co.Three people in custody following standoff at Summerville apartment complexPolice investigating suspicious death in SummervilleAAA expects over 39 million people will be traveling this holiday weekend
Top headlines for May 25, 2022:
GRAPHIC: Gunman kills 19 children in Texas school rampageMental health counselors say it’s important to talk to students about Texas shootingJuvenile shot in North Charleston appears to be accidentVictims’ attorney calls for investigation into Bowen Turner case from S.C. Attorney GeneralSuspects in ‘Los Banditos’ drug ring set to appear in court
Top headlines for May 24, 2022:
Ladson carjacking at gunpoint leaves mother and daughter in shock5 wounded, others cut by shattered glass in early-morning North Charleston shootingHomicide victim found at North Charleston hotelReport: Charleston Police flattened curve of violent crime in 2021Police officers arrest two teenagers accused of starting house firesSurvivor-led nonprofit seeks help to further programs for sex trafficking victims
Your top headlines for Monday, May 23:
FIRST ALERT: Crash closes portion of Savannah HighwayTeen killed in gunfight honored with balloon release, memorial in N. CharlestonDeputies name person of interest in drive-by shooting that killed 6-year-oldPair of charges dropped for convicted former Horry County deputy, sentence remains the sameMultiple teens dead after shootings in Newberry County
Your morning headlines for May 20, 2022:
Authorities arrest murder suspect after armed robbery kills 2 peopleMother of man cleared in Drexel case: ‘It has shaken us to the core’South Carolinians still left waiting after push to legalize medical marijuana falls short in 2022SCDOT dedicates intersection in memory of fallen police officer
West Ashley man who suffered a stroke on cruise ship still recovering after months in the hospitalDorchester Paws in dire need of foster parents for newborn kittens, puppiesFuneral arrangements announced for 6-year-old SC boy killed in drive-by shooting
Your morning headlines for May 19, 2022:
Shooting victim arrives at hospital as deputies investigate James Island gunfireMother of man once named, now cleared in Drexel case to speak to reportersSLED investigating after Al Cannon Detention Center inmate suffers life-threatening injuriesDriver charged, night club sued after Amtrak train strikes SUV and kills threeNeighbors win re-zone overdevelopment fight in Mt. PleasantGroup helping community shape priorities for next Charleston Peninsula planFIRST ALERT: Record heat expected Thursday
Your morning headlines for May 18, 2022:
Brittanee Drexel’s accused killer faces death-penalty eligible charges, solicitor saysFBI statement effectively clears Timothy Taylor of involvement in Drexel disappearanceEarly Tuesday morning Berkeley County shooting leaves man deadFour students charged after 3 firearms found at middle school in Goose CreekKing Street property owners weigh in on Charleston business improvement districtImproved Berkeley County boat landing to bring more accessibility
Your morning headlines for May 17, 2022:
Arrest affidavits: Man strangled Brittanee Drexel, concealed evidenceFamily says they are beginning to heal following Brittanee Drexel case developmentsFamily hopes arrest in Brittanee Drexel case will lead to answers in their loved one’s disappearance3 firearms found at middle school in Goose Creek, 3 students detainedCoroner identifies 6-year-old boy killed in Orangeburg Co. drive-by shootingDeputies release video showing vehicle of interest in 6-year-old’s killingDowntown property owners get chance to raise concerns over improvement plan
Your morning headlines for May 16, 2022:
Troopers investigate high-speed chase on I-26 that ended in fatalityBuffalo supermarket shooter threatened high school shooting, official saysCalifornia churchgoers detained gunman in deadly attackSheriff: 2 dead, 3 hospitalized in Houston market shooting1 injured in shooting near North Charleston strip mall, police sayDeputies: 2 injured in early morning shooting near RidgevillePolice make arrest in West Ashley shooting that left woman deadHanahan seeking public input to help revitalize downtown areaThat BIG Book Sale is backAnnual Summerville porch stroll set for June
Your morning headlines for May 13, 2022:
Man freed in competency mix-up arrested again in SC killingsTeen accused in sexual assaults faces new chargesRemains found in wooded area in Georgetown County, sources sayIncident date behind obstruction charge matches date of Drexel disappearance, documents showCharleston County deputy released from ICU after crashVigil to honor Colleton County mother, daughters killed in deputy-involved crashFolly Beach will vote to increase beach parking lot ratesHundreds of volunteers work to complete 35 Charleston-area projects in 48 hours
Your morning headlines for May 12, 2022:
‘We are heartbroken’: Charleston Co. sheriff urges focus on victims of deadly deputy-involved crashTeams interrupted by parking lot shooting return to Pepperhill ParkDeputies hope technology will solve 1977 Berkeley County cold caseCharleston Police release surveillance photos of suspect in hit and run caseNew feature will help first responders find 911 callers faster
Your morning headlines for May 11, 2022:
One time person of interest in Drexel case arrested in Georgetown Co.US Dept. of Labor recovers $624,000 after restaurants accused of shortchanging workersCharleston man indicted for distributing fentanyl resulting in deathFamily wants apology after they claim son was wrongfully detainedCharleston Co. sheriff to hold news conference on deadly crash involving deputy
Mount Pleasant planning to use Faison Road property for green spaceCharleston County working to identify families connected with McLeod Plantation cemetery
Your morning headlines for May 10, 2022:
Fourth earthquake reported near Elgin
2 of 3 deputies injured in Savannah Highway crashes released from hospital
UPDATE! Man who fell off boat near USS Yorktown found safe
Judge denies bond on new charge for teen sentenced for sexual assault11-year-old charged in assault that sent assistant principal to hospitalParent facing charges after assault of school bus driverCharleston to vote on using tourism dollars to fund pedestrian bridge
Your morning headlines for May 9, 2022:
3 dead, 3 deputies injured after multiple crashes on Savannah HighwayPolice respond to body found in North Charleston pond19-year-old charged in deadly N. Charleston shootingAndrews man in custody after shooting leaves 2 deadNo life-threatening injuries after vehicle rolls into ditch, officials sayCoroner: 1 dead after head-on crash in GeorgetownSLED: Wanted murder suspect from FL believed to be in Upstate areaNC officers kill man setting cars ablaze near police station
Preliminary 3.3 magnitude quake jolts South Carolina
Today's headlines:
Police officers respond to West Ashley restaurant after shots fired, crowd formsMan arrested after shots fired at Goose Creek police officer’s homePaul Murdaugh’s ex-girlfriend alleges parents knew about alcohol abuse prior to fatal crashSCDOT reps explain $2.35 billion I-526 Mark Clark Extension costCharleston testing parking enforcement tech that could give boots the bootCharleston County Parks wants community involved in new phase of 10-year plan
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Today's headlines:
Dozens attend pro-choice rally in downtown CharlestonAlex Murdaugh, 2 others indicted on additional chargesMedical marijuana bill tabled at StatehouseBill banning ‘Carolina Squat’ passes SC House, heads to governor’s deskCharleston environmental nonprofit working to remove sunken ship
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Today's headlines:
- Authorities find body of missing 5-year-old girl in Georgetown Co. river
- Berkeley Co. deputies investigating shooting incident after victim shows up at hospital
- Officer involved in deadly shooting was hired by Colleton County Sheriff’s Office following arrest
- Grand jury indicts Orangeburg man accused of pointing gun at fast-food employees
- $10,000 reward offered in dog shooting case
- School resource officer fired after investigation into alleged relationship with student
- RiverDogs host youth baseball teams after Pepperhill shooting
- Dept. of Social Services looking for relatives to foster kids in the state
Today's stories:
- Report: Draft opinion suggests Supreme Court could overturn Roe v Wade
- Buyer offers nearly $1 million in cash for Murdaugh Edisto Home, documents state
- Folly Beach looks to keep downtown area from being overdeveloped
- RiverDogs give players a second chance to finish their game after it was interrupted by gunfire
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Today's stories:
- West Ashley grocery store could be demolished as part of redevelopment plan
- CARTA leaders announce ‘No Pay May’ plan
- Charleston Police to invest in software, hire staff for opioid crisis
- Deputies, SLED respond to officer-involved shooting in Colleton Co.
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Today's stories:
- Bishop England HS faces new lawsuits after ex-employee charged with voyeurism
- Congressional candidates address gun violence after shots fired near kids’ ball game
- Charleston police investigating fatal crash near Daniel Island
- Driver killed in vehicle crash in Moncks Corner
- Real estate agent claims man stealing signs to give friends better chance at getting home
- Sullivan’s Island $25M wastewater plant project should last up to the next century
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Today's stories:
- Parents bring concerns and questions to N. Charleston leaders after ballpark shooting
- N. Charleston Police to monitor crime in real-time with 865 cameras
- Shooting suspect accused of injuring child was on ankle monitor from murder case
- 14-year-old charged in Orangeburg-Wilkinson High School shooting to be tried as adult
- Sheriff on SC carjacking suspects: ‘They’re about to learn’
- Final phase approved for Summerville Parkway that aims to ease traffic
- The Charleston night market is looking for Lowcountry vendors with wow factor
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Today's stories:
- Deputies investigating shooting near Murrells Inlet
- $10K reward offered for arrest in Monday night shooting at youth baseball game
- McMaster, Cunningham release statements after gunfire outside youth baseball game
- Police arrest woman in King Street shooting
- Report provides new details on multiple fights at Charleston school
- Charleston principal placed on leave days after promotion
- Charleston Co. residents, council react to Mark Clark Expressway cost tripling
- City of Charleston set to review design of $22M affordable housing project
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Today's stories:
- Police release statement on video of gunfire interrupting youth baseball game in N. Charleston
- 7 in Summerville among 13 arrested in human trafficking operation
- Deputies search for man who may have information on carjacking
- Funeral arrangements announced for Senior Police Officer Andrew Barr
- Cordesville zoning decision goes in favor of property rights
- Medical and outreach clinic needs community’s help to continue services
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