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Coast Guard plans to bring more assets, people to Charleston
During his State of the Coast Guard address Thursday in Charleston, the agency’s commandant announced plans to bring more assets and people to the Holy City.
Critics: Charleston’s new stormwater design standards fail to address flooding
Some opponents believe the city of Charleston’s new Stormwater Design Standards Manual fails to hold developers accountable for the flooding their construction methods can cause.
DHEC confirms case of mumps at North Charleston High School
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control confirms a case of the mumps was found in a person at North Charleston High School earlier in February.
Groundbreaking ceremony held for waterfront hotel in Charleston
Part of the project includes the expansion of Waterfront Park which was named to Joe Riley Waterfront Park in honor of the former mayor.
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Some Lowcountry residents have unclaimed property waiting at state treasurer’s office
When companies can’t locate people owed money from inheritances, old life insurance policies or refunds, those funds end up at the South Carolina Treasurer’s Office.
7 arrested in police operation targeting alleged child predators, more arrests expected
Goose Creek Police say a joint operation involving multiple agencies that targeted child predators resulted in seven arrests with nearly two dozen more expected.
Deputies: Man charged in Summerville gas station armed robbery
One man has been charged following an armed robbery at a gas station in Summerville Tuesday morning.
Authorities look for person accused of stealing fundraising money from West Hartsville Elementary
Authorities are asking for the public’s help in locating the person who reportedly stole fundraising money from West Hartsville Elementary School last weekend.
Police say Mount Pleasant man reported missing Thursday morning found safe
Mount Pleasant police say a 27-year-old man reported missing shortly after leaving his home Thursday morning has been found.
Georgetown looking to make $4M in stormwater improvements
The City of Georgetown is applying for a Federal Economic Development Administration Grant
North Charleston Police Department names new assistant chief
North Charleston police chief Reggie Burgess has promoted a department veteran to the role of assistant chief following the retirement of outgoing assistant chief David Cheatle.
Police still searching for Walterboro bank robbery suspect
Walterboro police are still looking for a man suspected of robbing a bank inside a Walmart earlier in February.
Lowcountry warming shelters to open as colder temperatures approach
Lowcountry warming shelters have announced they will be open over the next few nights as colder temperatures enter the area.
One hospitalized after Berkeley Co. rollover crash
Crews responded to a rollover crash in Berkeley County Thursday morning.
Police searching for 2 suspects after chase ends in Summerville area
A police chase ended near a Summerville apartment complex early Thursday morning.
SCHP: 2 dead in head-on Colleton County crash
Two people died in a two-car crash Wednesday night in Colleton County, according to the South Carolina Highway Patrol.
Police: Men wanted for T-Mobile store armed robbery captured following traffic stop on I-26
Police say two men accused in an armed robbery at a North Charleston T-Mobile store have been captured following a traffic stop on I-26.
RESCUED | Pot belly pig tortured, spray painted blue in Grayson, KY
A resident said on Facebook the pig was left by its former owner and was then tortured by locals in the area.
Cops: Two people arrested after chase on I-26 ends after suspect’s car runs into mechanical issues
Police say two people have been arrested in a car chase on I-26 after the suspect’s car ran into mechanical issues Wednesday night.
Charleston community asks for more communication after uptick in crimes
People living in Charleston’s west side say they’re concerned about an uptick in crimes. They’re now asking to see more police officers on the streets and communicating with neighbors.
Police investigating after man shot in the shoulder in Charleston
Police are investigating after a man was shot in the shoulder in downtown Charleston Wednesday night.
With revitalization efforts underway, City of Hanahan applies for HGTV show
The mayor of Hanahan posted on Facebook that the city is vying for spot on a new HGTV series that looks for small towns to take over and renovate.
Two arrested for scamming church members in multi-state crime spree
Two men arrested for scamming church members in Dorchester County are being connected to similar crimes in other states.
DD2 proposals to relieve overcrowding could affect more than 250 elementary students
Dorchester District Two is looking into multiple plans to relieve overcrowding, including possible reassignments of students at Pye and Fort Dorchester Elementary schools.
Hate crime investigation underway after restaurant vandalized with racist graffiti
A hate crime investigation is underway after racist graffiti was found on the walls of an African-American-owned restaurant in Orangeburg.
How to attend or watch Faye Marie Swetlik’s public memorial service
Faye’s family wants everyone to wear bright colors, especially pink and purple, to honor Faye’s bright and bubbly spirit.
Classroom Champions: Teacher wants books for history students at Charleston Math and Science
A teacher at a Lowcountry school wants to give his students a diverse experience. He’s asking for books that expose them to unconventional and challenging ideas.
Joe Call steps down as head coach at Summerville
Grandson of John McKissick leaves after 5 seasons
Deputies seek info in 2018 shooting that killed man who was on his way to work
Deputies are asking for the public’s help for information on a fatal shooting that took the life of a 50-year-old man who was on his way to work.
Married, off-duty officers thwart armed robbery attempt during dinner date
Louisville Metro Police released video Tuesday of the moments after an armed man entered the Raising Cane’s restaurant on Bardstown Road and allegedly demanded cash from the register.
Search underway for toddler, 1, in Tennessee last seen by family two months ago
Evelyn Boswell is 2 feet tall and weighs 28 pounds. She has blue eyes.
Woman wanted for armed robbery in Va. taken into custody in W. Ashley
A woman wanted for armed robbery in Virginia has been taken into custody after police surrounded an apartment in West Ashley Wednesday afternoon.
Coming in ‘Hot’: 2 Ga. correctional officers arrested for smuggling drugs in Hot Pocket
A metal detector found the drugs and tobacco inside a Hot Pocket.
Music of the Movement: A Lowcountry gospel singer explains the songs of the Civil Rights era
Whether it was a meeting, a march or a protest, during the Civil Rights Movement, there was always music.
Possible tuberculosis cases at UNC Charlotte under investigation
Health officials are investigating two possible cases of tuberculosis (TB) at UNC Charlotte.
Coroner identifies man killed in shooting at Summerville apartment complex
Summerville police are looking for suspects in a deadly shooting at an apartment complex Tuesday night.
Report: Man pistol-whipped, robbed at N. Charleston apartment complex
A man was pistol-whipped at an apartment complex in North Charleston Tuesday night as he tried to meet a woman he had been messaging on Facebook
Ryan Newman released from hospital days after Daytona 500 crash
Roush Fenway posted a photo of Newman with his two daughters - smiles on all three faces.
Police continuing investigation into deadly Summerville shooting
Summerville police are still investigating after a shooting last weekend left one man dead at a mobile home park.
Trump plans S.C. visit before state’s Democratic Primary
President Donald Trump told reporters Tuesday he plans to visit South Carolina just before of the state’s Democratic Primary.
Cayce community holds vigil to remember 6-year-old Faye Swetlik
Under a gloomy sky in Cayce, community members poured out to remember and grieve 6-year-old Faye Swetlik.
Florence police continue search for man who went missing in January
Florence police are asking for the public’s help in locating a man who went missing last month.
School in downtown Charleston may become affordable housing
On Wednesday the City of Charleston Planning commission will vote to rezone the area to make it a residential district.
New Harris Teeter opens in West Ashley
After a one week delay, a new Harris Teeter opened in West Ashley on Wednesday morning.
Charleston police to hold conversation with community to address crime reports
City of Charleston officials say there has been a rise in people taking to social media to report crime in their neighborhoods.
CSX to close Berkeley County railroad crossing for emergency repairs
CSX has announced it needs to close the Bushy Park Road railroad crossing for emergency repairs.
Shots fired in N. Charleston Waffle House parking lot, police say
Police responded to the parking lot of a Waffle House in North Charleston early Wednesday where shots were reportedly fired.
Summerville police looking for wanted man
Summerville police are searching for a wanted man.
Police: One injured in West Ashley shooting
Police responded to a shooting in West Ashley Wednesday morning.
Man transported to hospital following shooting in Charleston
Police are investigating after a shooting in Charleston sent a man to the hospital Tuesday night.
Missing 16-year-old Berkeley Co. boy found, taken to hospital
The Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a missing 16-year-old boy. Authorities are looking for Jabari Richardson.
Cottageville mayor receives backlash on proposed gun changes
The town of Cottageville is considering two proposals that would change their current gun laws.
Council approves new body cameras for Dorchester County deputies
Dorchester County Council has approved the final reading to purchase new body cameras for deputies.
South Carolina’s lawsuit to block offshore drilling moves forward
A federal judge has allowed South Carolina’s lawsuit to block offshore drilling to move forward.
Police chief: Neighbor abducted and killed 6-year-old Faye Swetlik
Officials with the Cayce Department of Public Safety said a neighbor abducted and killed 6-year-old Faye Swetlik.
Dog found with wire around muzzle couldn’t be saved, vet team says
A chocolate lab named Valentine is fighting for her life.
Colleton County School Board appoints interim superintendent
The Colleton County School Board of Trustees voted unanimously to appoint John Tindal as interim superintendent during a board meeting on Tuesday.
Police: Man stabbed child at random in Texas McDonald’s
A 25-year-old man was arrested Tuesday afternoon after authorities said he randomly stabbed a child while she was in the play area at a McDonald’s restaurant in El Paso, Texas.
You (Helped) Pay For It: New Children’s Hospital
This weekend is the final milestone for MUSC’s new Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital downtown.
Chance of snow possible late Thur. night into Friday morning, some models suggest
Snow might be in the cards for some portions of the Lowcountry, but don’t expect to see any accumulation.
School board member defends decision to take mic from speaker at community meeting
Charleston County School Board member Kevin Hollinshead defended his decision to take the microphone from a speaker who he said swore at a community meeting on Monday night.
Bond set at $25,000 for Colleton County Sheriff R.A. Strickland
Bond was set at $25,000 for Colleton County Sheriff R.A. Strickland who was also ordered to have no contact with the sheriff’s office.