Patrick Phillips

Digital Content Manager

Charleston, SC

Patrick is the digital content manager for Live 5 News in Charleston.

He joined the Live 5 News team in October 2006 and has been managing the station's website since March 2014.

He began his broadcasting career in 1991 at WLTX-TV in Columbia and graduated from the University of South Carolina with a degree in Broadcasting.

Recent Articles by Patrick

Police: Woman dies in North Charleston shooting

North Charleston Police say a woman died after being shot just before noon Saturday.

Patrick Phillips

Published April 10, 2021 at 1:40 PM

FIRST ALERT: Chance of showers, gusty winds late Saturday afternoon, evening

A powerful storm system moving toward South Carolina could produce showers and a possible storm late Saturday afternoon and into the evening.

Patrick Phillips

Published April 10, 2021 at 9:10 AM

Brain of Ex-NFL player accused in SC killings to be examined for damage

The brain of the former NFL player who killed five people in South Carolina before fatally shooting himself will be tested for a degenerative disease that has affected a number of professional athletes.

Patrick Phillips

Published April 10, 2021 at 8:20 AM

5-minute training can help you help someone who may be overdosing

Curbside training being offered Saturday will help people spot signs of an overdose and help someone who may be in a medical emergency.

Patrick Phillips

Published April 10, 2021 at 7:25 AM

In year of pandemic, ‘big pool of peer pressure’ means even more struggles for college students

One in five college students has engaged in self-harm, according to a study from the National Institutes of Health before the pandemic began.

Adam Mintzer and Patrick Phillips

Published April 9, 2021 at 6:21 PM

First ship docks at SC’s new Hugh Leatherman Terminal

The Hugh Leatherman Terminal welcomed the first ship to dock there Friday.

Patrick Phillips and Live 5 Web Staff

Published April 9, 2021 at 4:27 PM

Quarter-century-old dog tag among items found in 12-foot SC gator’s belly

The owner of a Ravenel butcher and taxidermy shop says his team found five dog tags, a shell casing, turtle shells and even a spark plug inside the stomach of a 12-foot alligator killed by a Lowcountry hunter.

Patrick Phillips

Published April 9, 2021 at 2:50 PM

FIRST ALERT: Crash blocks portion of Ashley Phosphate Road

Firefighters are asking drivers to avoid a portion of Ashley Phosphate Road because of a serious crash.

Patrick Phillips

Published April 9, 2021 at 12:04 PM

Deputies investigate shooting that left McClellanville man wounded

Charleston County deputies are searching for a gunman in a late-night shooting that left one man injured.

Patrick Phillips

Published April 9, 2021 at 11:30 AM

Police: Wrong-way drunken driver struck tanker, caused fuel spill that closed I-526

Charleston Police say a drunk driver traveling the wrong direction on I-526 struck a tanker, leading to a gas leak that closed the interstate for hours.

Patrick Phillips

Published April 9, 2021 at 11:17 AM

Lowcountry man sticks with same lottery numbers, wins $200K prize

A ticket purchased at a North Charleston store man $200,000 richer, South Carolina Education Lottery officials say.

Patrick Phillips

Published April 9, 2021 at 9:50 AM

One killed in Berkeley County crash involving moped

The driver of a moped died Thursday night after striking a mailbox.

Patrick Phillips

Published April 9, 2021 at 4:59 AM

Funeral plans announced for famed Charleston restaurateur Martha Gadsden

The woman known for longtime Charleston soul food restaurant Martha Lou’s Kitchen will be laid to rest Friday.

Patrick Phillips

Published April 8, 2021 at 10:59 AM

Doctors Care, management company agree to $22.5M settlement over False Claims Act allegations

The state’s largest urgent care provider and its management company have agreed to settle allegations of healthcare fraud, according to the U.S. Attorney for South Carolina.

Patrick Phillips

Published April 8, 2021 at 10:09 AM

SC first-time unemployment claims rise for 4th straight week

The number of people who filed their first claims for unemployment rose in the week ending Saturday for the fourth consecutive week, according to new state data.

Patrick Phillips

Published April 8, 2021 at 8:42 AM

FIRST ALERT: Disabled vehicle blocks Long Point Rd. in Mt. Pleasant

Mount Pleasant Police said a portion of Long Point Road was temporarily blocked because of a disabled vehicle.

Patrick Phillips

Published April 8, 2021 at 8:33 AM

Charleston student who put school on hold to care for ailing mom receives $25K scholarship

A student who temporarily left school to care for his sick mother received a big scholarship from Chick-fil-A.

Patrick Phillips

Published April 8, 2021 at 8:32 AM

Mount Pleasant mayor tests negative after possible COVID-19 exposure

Mount Pleasant Mayor Will Haynie said Thursday morning he has tested negative for COVID-19 after spending days in quarantine.

Patrick Phillips

Published April 8, 2021 at 8:28 AM

Man in custody after police close portion of King Street

Officials with the Charleston Police Department say a “distraught man” who prompted the closure of a portion of King Street is now in custody and will be transported to MUSC for evaluation.

Patrick Phillips and Live 5 Web Staff

Published April 7, 2021 at 6:22 PM

Charleston County leads state in number of COVID-19 vaccine doses given

The latest data from the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control shows more COVID-19 vaccine doses have been administered in Charleston County than in any of the state’s other 45 counties.

Patrick Phillips

Published April 7, 2021 at 12:53 PM

Charleston County library sets closing date for Cooper River Memorial branch

The Charleston County Public Library plans to close its current Cooper River Memorial Library location later this month.

Patrick Phillips

Published April 7, 2021 at 11:21 AM

Deputies: Missing 10-year-old found safe

The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office said a 10-year-old boy reported missing Wednesday morning has been found safe.

Patrick Phillips

Published April 7, 2021 at 11:20 AM

Early-morning Charleston fire blamed on discarded cigarette

A fire early Wednesday morning in West Ashley damaged a home’s enclosed porch.

Patrick Phillips

Published April 7, 2021 at 11:12 AM

Key deadline looming in days at South Carolina Statehouse

A key deadline for legislation is coming up soon at the South Carolina Statehouse.

Patrick Phillips

Published April 7, 2021 at 4:29 AM

SC House passes bill allowing noncertified teachers in schools to fill vacancies

South Carolina lawmakers passed a bill Tuesday allowing people without teacher certifications to teach in schools if there is a vacancy five days before the start of the year.

Adam Mintzer and Patrick Phillips

Published April 6, 2021 at 5:47 PM

Graham, McMaster oppose U.S. House bill on voting rights

U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham and South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster held a joint news conference Tuesday afternoon to oppose a federal bill on voting rights.