Tuesday, May 21 2013 8:45 PM EDT2013-05-22 00:45:47 GMT
DEA agents and other law enforcement agencies were seen at a clothing store in North Charleston Tuesday afternoon. Investigators were spotted on video at the Exchange Factor on 5128 Rivers Avenue. AuthoritiesMore >>
DEA agents and other law enforcement agencies were seen at a clothing store in North Charleston Tuesday afternoon. Investigators were spotted on video at the Exchange Factor on 5128 Rivers Avenue.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 7:14 AM EDT2013-05-22 11:14:21 GMT
The Berkeley County Sheriff's Office is investigating a shooting that left one man shot following an argument at a home in Goose Creek Tuesday evening. Authorities say the shooting happened on Leroy CourtMore >>
The Berkeley County Sheriff's Office is investigating a shooting that left one man shot in Goose Creek Tuesday evening. More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 7:32 PM EDT2013-05-21 23:32:21 GMT
Authorities in Colleton and Dorchester County Tuesday announced they are cracking down on criminal activity by people who float down the Edisto River. Stepped up patrols will begin this weekend. The crackdownMore >>
The Colleton and Dorchester County sheriff's offices Tuesday announced a joint effort to crackdown on criminal activity on the Edisto River. Authorities say stepped up patrols will be on the lookout for drunks, people who litter and other violators.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 8:12 PM EDT2013-05-22 00:12:19 GMT
Authorities are responding to accident involving a Charleston County Sheriff's deputy in West Ashley Sunday afternoon. Emergency officials are seen at the intersection of Glenn McConnell Parkway and MagwoodMore >>
Authorities released dash camera video on Tuesday of a collision involving a Charleston County sheriff's deputy's vehicle and a motorist in West Ashley. The sheriff's office says the incident happened on Sunday near Roper St. Francis Hospital around 2:30 p.m. More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 5:05 PM EDT2013-05-21 21:05:07 GMT
The Dorchester County Coroner's Office says a death row inmate was found dead in his cell Tuesday morning. According to Chris Nisbet, Kenneth Justus, a death row inmate at Lieber Correctional Institution,More >>
The Dorchester County Coroner's Office says a death row inmate was found dead in his cell Tuesday morning. According to Chris Nisbet, Kenneth Justus, a death row inmate at Lieber Correctional Institution, died Monday night.More >>
CHARLESTON, SC (WCSC) -
A former state treasurer who served time for drug charges is considering a return to the political arena.
Thomas Ravenel responded to reports he was considering a run for the seat representing the state's Congressional 1st District on his Facebook page Friday.
Ravenel said, " I am considering a comeback but I'm not sure if the timing of this race is right for me. Anyway, the filing deadline is not until January 28 so that's 17 days for me to make up my mind."
The seat was recently vacated by now-Senator Tim Scott, who replaced Jim DeMint in early January after being appointed by Governor Nikki Haley.
Ravenel, a Charleston native, has been out of the news since Dec. 2011, when he denounced the federal government and claimed he was a victim of the "war on drugs."
Ravenel wrote in an email that the federal government had become a threat to America's founding principles of individual liberty and prosperity - something he notes he has first-hand knowledge about. He also derided excessive government regulations, noting he paid millions in fees and taxes.
Ravenel served 10 months in prison after pleading guilty to buying cocaine for himself and to share with friends.
Copyright 2013 WCSC. All rights reserved.The Associated Press contributed to this report.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 8:36 AM EDT2013-05-22 12:36:16 GMT
A grease fire caused minor damage to the kitchen of a James Island Burger King early Wednesday.James Island Fire Department officials said the fire started in the fryer around 5 a.m. at the restaurant on Folly Road.The fire was quickly extinguished and no one was injured.The Charleston Fire Department also responded to the scene.Copyright 2013 WCSC. All rights reserved.More >>
A grease fire caused minor damage to the kitchen of a James Island Burger King early Wednesday.James Island Fire Department officials said the fire started in the fryer around 5 a.m. at the restaurant on Folly Road.The fire was quickly extinguished and no one was injured.The Charleston Fire Department also responded to the scene.Copyright 2013 WCSC. All rights reserved.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 12:56 PM EDT2013-05-22 16:56:00 GMT
South Carolina State University trustees have offered new president Thomas Elzey a salary of $330,000 a year, but several trustees say that is too much money.More >>
South Carolina State University trustees have offered new president Thomas Elzey a salary of $330,000 a year, but several trustees say that is too much money.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 12:26 PM EDT2013-05-22 16:26:19 GMT
JetBlue officials say there were no injuries after lightning struck a plane that eventually landed safely at the Charleston International Airport. According to JetBlue, Flight 1670 from Charleston toMore >>
JetBlue officials say there were no injuries after lightning struck a plane that eventually landed safely at the Charleston International Airport.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 11:56 AM EDT2013-05-22 15:56:20 GMT
Police are looking for a suspect wanted for spraying graffiti at the Roper St. Francis Children’s Day Care Center on Radcliffe Street earlier this month.More >>
Police are looking for a suspect wanted for spraying graffiti at the Roper St. Francis Children’s Day Care Center on Radcliffe Street earlier this month.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 10:40 AM EDT2013-05-22 14:40:20 GMT
A vandal was caught at the Carolina Yacht Club Tuesday after his getaway boat started sinking and he was forced swim back to the dock, where he was arrested, police say.More >>
A vandal was caught at the Carolina Yacht Club Tuesday after his getaway boat started sinking and he was forced swim back to the dock, where he was arrested, police say.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 8:08 AM EDT2013-05-22 12:08:16 GMT
A fire at a tanning salon in Knightsville is under investigation. Firefighters were called out to Maui Tan on Central Ave. around 2:30 a.m. Wednesday. An employee told Live 5 News no one was hurt, butMore >>
A fire at a tanning salon in Knightsville is under investigation. Firefighters were called out to Maui Tan on Central Ave. around 2:30 a.m. Wednesday.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 7:14 AM EDT2013-05-22 11:14:21 GMT
The Berkeley County Sheriff's Office is investigating a shooting that left one man shot following an argument at a home in Goose Creek Tuesday evening. Authorities say the shooting happened on Leroy CourtMore >>
The Berkeley County Sheriff's Office is investigating a shooting that left one man shot in Goose Creek Tuesday evening. More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 10:46 PM EDT2013-05-22 02:46:48 GMT
A financial incentives ordinance for Boeing passed Charleston County Council with flying colors Tuesday night. The plan will give Boeing a tax break over the next several years while the company investsMore >>
A financial incentives ordinance for Boeing passed Charleston County Council with flying colors Tuesday night. The plan will give Boeing a tax break over the next several years while the company invests $1 billion and brings 2,000 jobs to North Charleston.More >>
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