Don't return to your flood-damaged home before the area is declared to be safe by local officials. Returning home can be both physically and mentally challenging. Above all, use caution.More >>
You've suffered a flood. Your home or business - and contents within - have been damaged - possibly destroyed. What do ou do now? Contact your insurance company or agent as soon as possible. TellMore >>
Food may not be safe to eat during and after an emergency. Safe water for drinking, cooking, and personal hygiene includes bottled, boiled, or treated water. Your state, local, or tribal health department can make specific recommendations for boiling or treating water in your area.More >>
Hurricane/Tropical Storm Sandy struck the U.S. East Coast Monday evening, causing multiple deaths, flooding and an estimated billions in damage.More >>
Hurricane/Tropical Storm Sandy struck the U.S. East Coast Monday evening, causing multiple deaths, flooding and an estimated billions in damage. The storm was already responsible for the death of 47 people when it tore through the Caribbean.More >>
Tropical Storm Debby drenched Florida, spawning tornadoes and waterspouts. The slow-moving storm is expected to make landfall Thursday.More >>
Tropical Storm Debby drenched Florida, spawning tornadoes and waterspouts. The slow-moving storm is expected to dump up to 25 inches of rain in some places. More >>
While Irene was downgraded from a hurricane to a tropical storm, its impact of high winds and flooding was still felt in New York and New Jersey.More >>
While Irene was downgraded from a hurricane to a tropical storm, its impact of high winds and flooding was still felt in New York and New Jersey.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 12:31 PM EDT2013-06-18 16:31:03 GMT
Authorities are investigating a shooting outside a Walterboro apartment complex. On Monday night, officers responded to Druid Hill II Apartments on Beach Road for a report of shots fired in the area. DuringMore >>
Authorities are investigating a shooting outside a Walterboro apartment complex. On Monday night, officers responded to Druid Hill II Apartments on Beach Road for a report of shots fired in the area.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 11:51 PM EDT2013-06-19 03:51:39 GMT
A touching tribute Tuesday night for the "Charleston 9," who died six years ago battling a blaze at the Sofa Super Store in West Ashley. Family, friends, and fellow firefighters came together to rememberMore >>
A touching tribute Tuesday night for the "Charleston 9," who died six years ago battling a blaze at the Sofa Super Store in West Ashley. Family, friends, and fellow firefighters came together to remember those nine fallen heroes.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 11:15 PM EDT2013-06-19 03:15:38 GMT
Charleston County Council is set to give their third and final vote on an ordinance that would close bars in unincorporated areas of the county at 2 a.m.Currently, bars in the area are allowed to serveMore >>
Charleston County Council voted unanimously to make bars in unincorporated areas close their doors at 2 a.m. Tuesday night's vote was the third and final vote on the ordinance.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 8:57 PM EDT2013-06-19 00:57:24 GMT
Charleston County Sheriff Al Cannon will address concerns recently raised by the Charleston NAACP regarding the effects of racial bias on marijuana arrests.More >>
Charleston County Sheriff Al Cannon squashed the idea his deputies have a racial bias when making marijuana arrests within county limits.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 8:01 PM EDT2013-06-19 00:01:03 GMT
The South Carolina Highway Patrol says one person is dead after a log truck crashed into a car in Williamsburg County Tuesday afternoon. Authorities say a car was traveling west on US 521 and attemptedMore >>
The South Carolina Highway Patrol says one person is dead after a log truck crashed into a car in Williamsburg County Tuesday afternoon.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 7:11 PM EDT2013-06-18 23:11:49 GMT
Joan Mack, one of the first women of color at Channel 5 in the early 70's, recently stopped by the station to reminisce on her days as a talk show host in the Lowcountry and to help Live 5 News celebrateMore >>
Joan Mack, one of the first women of color at Channel 5 in the early 70's, recently stopped by the station to reminisce on her days as a talk show host in the Lowcountry and to help Live 5 News celebrate its 60th anniversary.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 6:32 PM EDT2013-06-18 22:32:59 GMT
The deaths of nine Charleston firefighters sent shockwaves through the community on June 18th, 2007. The casualties were felt particularly by the fire departments that lost a member, like Engine 16.More >>
The deaths of nine Charleston firefighters sent shockwaves through the community on June 18th, 2007. The casualties were felt particularly by the fire departments that lost a member, like Engine 16.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 6:19 PM EDT2013-06-18 22:19:10 GMT
Some of the worst performing schools in Charleston County are making progress, while others could be taken over by the state for lagging behind state standards. Thousands of students will attend thoseMore >>
Some of the worst performing schools in Charleston County are making progress, while others could be taken over by the state for lagging behind state standards. Thousands of students will attend thoseMore >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 6:14 PM EDT2013-06-18 22:14:44 GMT
Three months after a man was gunned down at a North Charleston apartment complex, his mother is making a plea for help to solve the case Twenty five year old Antonio McCullough was visiting an acquaintanceMore >>
A woman made a tearful plea Tuesday for help to solve her son's murder. The victim, 25 year old Antonio McCullough was ambushed March 20, at the Collins Park Villas apartment complex on Dorchester Road in North Charleston. More >>
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