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2 killed, 2 hurt in ‘connected’ Williamsburg Co. shootings; suspect sought

Deputies are looking for the man they say is responsible for two Saturday shooting in Williamsburg County.
Shown Lorenzo Cooper, 36, is wanted by the Williamsburg County Sheriff’s Office in connection...

Charleston Co.

Baby Kingston, 15 months, was last seen on Wednesday being picked up by his mother for...
Police seek missing N. Charleston toddler; arrest warrant issued for mother

State

Former President Donald Trump kicked off his 2024 campaign Saturday, highlighted by an...
‘South Carolina picks presidents’: Trump kicks off 2024 bid; visits SC State House

State

Over 300 people listen to Trump speak inside of the Statehouse on Saturday as he begins his...
South Carolina political parties react to Trump’s visit

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Berkeley Co.

Berkeley Co. animal shelter over ‘max capacity’

Updated: 7 hours ago
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By Dylan Leatherwood
The Berkeley Animal Center says they need the community’s help as the shelter cannot take in more animals.

National

GRAPHIC: Memphis police disband unit that fatally beat Tyre Nichols

Updated: 9 hours ago
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By The Associated Press
The video released Friday renewed questions about how fatal encounters with law enforcement continue even after repeated calls for change.

State

Lowcountry, state leaders react to protests in wake of Tyre Nichols video

Updated: 16 hours ago
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By Live 5 Web Staff
Law enforcement agencies across the Lowcountry and the state have released statements following the release of the videos.

The Murdaugh Cases

Here’s what happened during the first week of the Alex Murdaugh murder trial

Updated: Jan. 28, 2023 at 7:25 AM EST
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By Steven Ardary and Patrick Phillips
The first week of the Alex Murdaugh murder trial wrapped up Friday after a three-day jury selection, fiery opening statements and first responders detailing their response on the night his wife and son were killed.

National

GRAPHIC: Memphis authorities release video showing police officers beating Tyre Nichols

Updated: Jan. 28, 2023 at 4:06 AM EST
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By ADRIAN SAINZ
Shelby County District Attorney Steve Mulroy told a news conference that although the officers each played different roles in the killing, “they are all responsible.”

Charleston Co.

Folly Beach builder files lawsuit over pause on short-term rentals

Updated: Jan. 27, 2023 at 11:44 PM EST
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By Anna Harris
A builder filing a lawsuit against the city of Folly Beach claims the city’s pause of short-term rentals on Folly Beach is unconstitutional.
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The Murdaugh Cases

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VIDEO: Testimony continues in Murdaugh murder trial on Monday

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VIDEO: Protests break out across the nation after release of Tyre Nichols video

Charleston County

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VIDEO: Charleston Police chief reacts to death of Tyre Nichols

Beaufort County

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VIDEO: Beaufort man facing DUI charges in crash that left cop injured

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Georgetown Co.

Grandmother helped grandson cover up Georgetown murder, deputies say

Updated: Jan. 27, 2023 at 11:33 PM EST
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By Marissa Lute
Georgetown County deputies have arrested a second person in connection to a shooting that left a 19-year-old dead.

State

SC legislature delays judicial elections, sparking criticisms of selection process

Updated: Jan. 27, 2023 at 7:36 PM EST
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By Mary Green
For the first time in 35 years, South Carolina is poised to have only men on its state Supreme Court bench.

Berkeley Co.

Berkeley Co. hires architects to help design new courthouse to replace historic building

Updated: Jan. 27, 2023 at 11:48 PM EST
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By Rey Llerena
Berkeley County has hired architects to help design a new courthouse that they want to last for at least the next few decades.

The Murdaugh Cases

Day 5: 2nd day of testimony begins in Murdaugh murder trial

Updated: Jan. 27, 2023 at 10:00 PM EST
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By Patrick Phillips, Steven Ardary and Jeffrey Collins
Evidence collection and preservation continued as the main theme during day five of the Alex Murdaugh trial.

Beaufort Co.

Beaufort man facing DUI charges in crash that left cop injured

Updated: Jan. 27, 2023 at 11:36 PM EST
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By Dylan Leatherwood
A Bluffton police officer is recovering after investigators say he was injured in a head-on collision with a drunk driver.

Charleston Co.

Coroner IDs victim of Hwy. 41 crash

Updated: Jan. 27, 2023 at 1:03 PM EST
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By Patrick Phillips and Dylan Leatherwood
The Berkeley County Coroner’s Office released the name of the victim of a deadly Thursday morning crash on Highway 41.

State

S.C. woman celebrates 109th birthday with early party

Updated: Jan. 27, 2023 at 5:27 AM EST
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By Molly Grantham
Besides her four children, Margaret has 10 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren, and 18-great-great-grandchildren.

Charleston Co.

Man arrested in shooting of McClellanville teen; victim recovering from surgery

Updated: Jan. 27, 2023 at 1:31 PM EST
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By Dylan Leatherwood
A man is facing charges in connection to a Tuesday shooting of a 17-year-old McClellanville boy.

State

SC to issue second round of tax rebates for those who filed late

Updated: Jan. 27, 2023 at 6:44 PM EST
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By Dylan Leatherwood
If you have not yet filed your 2021 income tax return, there is still time to file and receive a rebate.

Georgetown Co.

Deputies investigate dozens of shots fired into multiple Georgetown homes

Updated: Jan. 27, 2023 at 1:38 PM EST
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By Patrick Phillips
Deputies say they are trying to determine who fired shots into homes in Georgetown County Thursday night.

Charleston Co.

Police arrest man accused of trespassing at Mt. Pleasant elementary school

Updated: Jan. 27, 2023 at 2:21 PM EST
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By Patrick Phillips
Mount Pleasant Police arrested a 22-year-old man after responding to an elementary school Thursday afternoon where an intruder was reported.

Charleston Co.

Suspicious package sends 2 N. Charleston schools on E-learning day

Updated: Jan. 27, 2023 at 9:26 AM EST
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By Patrick Phillips
North Charleston Police say they have reopened roads around two North Charleston schools after investigating a suspicious package.

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Charleston Co.

Program will refund leftover time on downtown parking meters

Updated: Jan. 27, 2023 at 5:46 AM EST
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By Molly McBride
There’s an alternative payment method for paying for parking meters along streets in the city of Charleston that can save residents money.

Charleston Co.

Deputies: Man faces assault charge after Johns Island shooting

Updated: Jan. 27, 2023 at 11:42 PM EST
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By Marissa Lute and Emily Johnson
The Charleston County Sheriff’s Office says a man has been arrested following a shooting on Johns Island.

State

Man accused of killing Orangeburg woman extradited to SC

Updated: Jan. 27, 2023 at 5:25 AM EST
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By Marissa Lute
The Orangeburg County Sheriff’s Office has announced a man charged in the fatal shooting of his child’s mother has been extradited to South Carolina.

Berkeley Co.

Hanahan student turns loss into victory in Berkeley Co. spelling bee

Updated: Jan. 27, 2023 at 6:32 AM EST
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By Patrick Phillips
A Hanahan Middle School Student found a silver lining to losing last year’s Berkeley County School District Spelling Bee by taking the proverbial gold this year.

Charleston Co.

Suspect in James Island stabbing arrested, family releases statement

Updated: Jan. 27, 2023 at 5:33 AM EST
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By Patrick Phillips
The Charleston County Sheriff’s Office said a man wanted in connection with a stabbing at a bar in December surrendered to deputies Thursday morning.

State

Abortion ban again advancing at SC State House

Updated: Jan. 26, 2023 at 11:14 PM EST
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By Mary Green
Three weeks to the day after the South Carolina Supreme Court struck down the state’s six-week ban on abortion, a new total ban is now under consideration at the State House.

State

‘That’s gone’: Changes coming to SC taxes this year

Updated: Jan. 26, 2023 at 9:34 PM EST
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By Samantha Popovics and Dylan Leatherwood
The deadline to file your taxes is still months away, but it is not too early to get started.

Charleston Co.

N. Charleston mayor highlights accomplishments, unclear about 2023 mayoral run

Updated: Jan. 26, 2023 at 11:39 PM EST
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By Rey Llerena
North Charleston Mayor Keith Summey highlighted the city’s accomplishments during his annual state of the city address at city hall.

State

Court demands more info in South Carolina death penalty case

Updated: Jan. 26, 2023 at 8:52 PM EST
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By The Associated Press
The South Carolina Supreme Court ordered a lower court to collect more information from the Department of Corrections regarding the state agency’s attempts to acquire lethal injection drugs.

Charleston Co.

SCDOT breaks down the costs of the I-526 extension

Updated: Jan. 26, 2023 at 11:51 PM EST
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By Anna Harris
South Carolina Department of Transportation officials gave a cost breakdown in phases, at Thursday’s Charleston County finance committee meeting.
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