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Charleston Co.

D'Angelo Brown, 28, died in December eight days after he was taken there from the Al Cannon...

Lawyers blame ‘systemic failure’ for Charleston County inmate’s death

Updated: Mar. 21, 2023 at 11:29 PM EDT
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By Blair Sabol and Live 5 Web Staff
Lawyers who represent the family of an inmate who died late last year at the Charleston County jail say the coroner took a rare, but integral step this week.

Live 5 Investigates

In the South Carolina Statehouse, lawmakers are trying to pass bail reform bills to keep repeat...

Live 5 Investigates: Former convict speaks in favor of stricter bail laws

Updated: Mar. 20, 2023 at 8:27 PM EDT
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By Raphael James
In the South Carolina Statehouse, lawmakers are trying to pass bail reform bills to keep repeat offenders from getting back out onto the streets.

Live 5 Investigates

Solar panel sales have reached a high in South Carolina. Nearly 35,000 solar installations...

Complaints increasing amid record solar panel installations in SC

Updated: Mar. 13, 2023 at 7:52 PM EDT
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By Michal Higdon
Though solar panel sales have reached a high in South Carolina, reaching a total of nearly 35,000 through July of last year, not everyone is happy with their purchase.

Live 5 Investigates

Lowcountry Fiberglass Pools customer Colleen Chrien's backyard is empty months after a pool was...

Lowcountry customers pay thousands for pool installations that never began

Updated: Mar. 10, 2023 at 7:31 PM EST
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By Emily Johnson
A Lowcountry pool company has left at least a dozen customers out almost $250,000 after customers say the company agreed to install pools they never began working on.

State

Sheriff requests cease & desist against gun range after vehicle struck by bullet

Updated: Mar. 7, 2023 at 6:34 PM EST
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By Cameron Bopp
Following years of concerns from neighbors about stray bullets, the Hampton County sheriff is requesting a cease-and-desist order against a gun range in Yemassee.

The Murdaugh Cases

Maid’s son tells judge Alex Murdaugh took $4M for her death

Updated: Feb. 3, 2023 at 10:30 PM EST
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By Steven Ardary and The Associated Press
Prosecutors at Alex Murdaugh’s double murder trial are asking a judge to allow jurors to hear from the son of the family's housekeeper who says Murdaugh promised to take care of them when she died in a fall, but kept a $4 million settlement for himself.

The Murdaugh Cases

Through sobs, did Alex Murdaugh say he killed his son?

Updated: Jan. 30, 2023 at 9:36 PM EST
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By Steven Ardary, Marissa Lute, Blair Sabol and Jeffrey Collins
The former lawyer accused of murdering his own wife and son returned to the courtroom as the state continued to present its case against him Monday.

The Murdaugh Cases

Judge approves settlement in Murdaugh boat crash lawsuits

Updated: Jan. 24, 2023 at 6:54 PM EST
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By Cameron Bopp
Nearly four years after a family filed a wrongful death lawsuit against disbarred attorney Alex Murdaugh and his family members, a judge approved a settlement agreement in the case, dropping the estate of Murdaugh’s wife and his surviving son.

The Murdaugh Cases

Read full list of people who may testify in Murdaugh murder trial

Updated: Jan. 23, 2023 at 4:35 PM EST
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By Amanda Shaw
The clerk of court released a full list of people who may testify in the murder trial for Alex Murdaugh.

Live 5 Investigates

Facility to add gates at main entrances after hit and run, Live 5 investigation

Updated: Jan. 20, 2023 at 8:31 PM EST
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By Blair Sabol
Changes are coming to a state-run facility after one of its residents was able to escape and was then struck by a car.
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The Murdaugh Cases

How the Murdaugh dynasty has impacted Hampton County

Updated: Jan. 19, 2023 at 10:14 PM EST
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By Michal Higdon
Hampton County is a county that typically is forgotten, but in recent years it has been thrust into the national spotlight because of the Murdaugh family.

The Murdaugh Cases

Proposed settlement in Mallory Beach case faces objections

Updated: Jan. 19, 2023 at 9:29 PM EST
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By Blair Sabol
The Mallory Beach family wishes to settle with Buster Murdaugh and the estate of Maggie Murdaugh, but it hasn’t come without objections.

The Murdaugh Cases

The crash that started it all: Deadly boat crash puts Murdaugh family into spotlight

Updated: Jan. 18, 2023 at 9:30 PM EST
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By Cameron Bopp
Following a deadly boat crash in 2019 with ties to a prominent Lowcountry family, disbarred attorney Alex Murdaugh, along with his wife and two sons, would be thrust into a years-long saga of unveiled tragedies and criminal accusations.

State

SLED ‘making progress’ on Stephen Smith case; Family still in the dark

Updated: Jan. 18, 2023 at 6:15 PM EST
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By Blair Sabol
It’s been more than seven years since a driver passing by on Sandy Run Road discovered 19-year-old from Hampton County lying dead in the road.

The Murdaugh Cases

Murdaugh family tree explained

Updated: Jan. 16, 2023 at 7:59 PM EST
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By Nick Reagan
For nearly 100 years, the Murdaugh family has kept a stranglehold on the legal system in the southwest corner of South Carolina.

Colleton Co.

What we know so far about the Murdaugh double murder at Moselle

Updated: Jan. 16, 2023 at 6:38 PM EST
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By Blair Sabol
Alex Murdaugh, the once-prominent former Lowcountry attorney who called authorities to report the murders of his wife and youngest son, will face a jury of his peers as he stands trial for the crimes in just a week’s time.

Live 5 Investigates

Summerville youth treatment facility facing new accusations, lawsuit

Updated: Jan. 12, 2023 at 9:42 PM EST
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By Katie Kamin
A psychiatric residential treatment facility for children and teens is facing new accusations, and documents show the Summerville facility has a years-long history of escapes, assaults and other issues.

Live 5 Investigates

Docs: Charleston deputy charged in crash ‘struggled’ behind wheel in training

Updated: Jan. 9, 2023 at 9:54 PM EST
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By Blair Sabol
Daily training logs reveal field supervisors noted difficulties a former Charleston County deputy who was involved in a crash that killed a Colleton County woman and her two daughters was having with driving while she was training for the job.

State

2022 In Review: The top investigative stories of 2022

Updated: Jan. 2, 2023 at 1:15 PM EST
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By Live 5 Web Staff
In 2022, the Live 5 Investigates team dug into some of the state’s most complicated, controversial and, in some cases, covered up stories.

State

4 SC agency commissioners still embroiled in lawsuit over director’s termination

Updated: Dec. 27, 2022 at 8:53 PM EST
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By Blair Sabol
As the South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs prepares to face the new year without a director, the state agency’s leadership remains in litigation with one of its former directors.

State

Former SC State women’s basketball coach receives 6-digit payout after lawsuit

Updated: Dec. 26, 2022 at 6:33 PM EST
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By Katie Kamin
A former women’s basketball coach at South Carolina State University has gotten hundreds of thousands of dollars from South Carolina’s Insurance Reserve Fund after she sued the school and its former athletic director earlier this year.

State

SC gun range responds to state senator’s request for probe

Updated: Dec. 24, 2022 at 5:24 PM EST
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By Cameron Bopp
A gun range in Hampton County has responded to a state senator’s request that the business be investigated by the Hampton County Sheriff's Office and the Yemassee Police Department.

Live 5 Investigates

LIVE 5 INVESTIGATES: More than 1,000 illegal short-term rentals operating in Charleston

Updated: Dec. 19, 2022 at 8:33 PM EST
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By Blair Sabol and Ainslie Lycans
Short-term rentals have taken off in the last few years and despite the City of Charleston’s best efforts, thousands of illegal advertisements continue to pop up.

Live 5 Investigates

New board chair promises to bring transparency, offers insight into her ideal superintendent candidate

Updated: Dec. 13, 2022 at 5:13 PM EST
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By Nick Reagan
The new chair of the Charleston County School Board of Trustees wants to do things a little differently – promising to bring transparency to board meetings and clarity to parents.

Live 5 Investigates

LIVE 5 INVESTIGATES: Vulnerable adult injured in hit-and-run after escape from state-run facility

Updated: Dec. 12, 2022 at 7:36 PM EST
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By Blair Sabol and Ainslie Lycans
A woman with intellectual disabilities in the care of the state is now recovering after she was hit by a car, late at night on a Summerville road.

Charleston Co.

Hundreds of volunteers needed for Reading Partners to help with reading loss

Updated: Dec. 8, 2022 at 8:49 PM EST
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By Michal Higdon
A Lowcountry program working to ensure that all children in our community have the opportunity to succeed is asking for help.

Live 5 Investigates

Meeting Street Schools performing near the bottom of Charleston schools

Updated: Dec. 5, 2022 at 9:29 PM EST
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By Nick Reagan
Of the 50 elementary schools given report card ratings in Charleston County, Meeting Street Schools is one of just 6 to receive a rating of “unsatisfactory.”

National

Specialized savings accounts can help offset potential medical expenses

Updated: Nov. 29, 2022 at 3:56 PM EST
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By Rachel DePompa
For many Americans, a trip to the doctor is determined by the cost of the visit, instead of the medical need. Consumer Investigator Rachel DePompa finds out ways you can keep your appointments, while still finding ways to save.

Live 5 Investigates

Community caught in the crossfire: Residents file lawsuit against Lowcountry gun range

Updated: Nov. 28, 2022 at 7:11 PM EST
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By Cameron Bopp
Some residents of rural Hampton County near the town of Yemassee worry that any given day could be their last.

Live 5 Investigates

‘I want my gun back’: Letters written to Charleston Police seek return of confiscated firearms

Updated: Nov. 22, 2022 at 4:14 AM EST
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By Cameron Bopp
When gunowners request their guns back after they're confiscated by police, it almost always starts with a handwritten letter to the department.

National

Buy Now, Pay Later: Experts say ease of payment is convenient, but could overwhelm shoppers during holiday season

Updated: Nov. 21, 2022 at 3:52 PM EST
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By Rachel DePompa
According to the Consume Financial Protection Bureau Buy Now, Pay Later apps grew over 1,000% from 2019 to 2021. Consumer Investigator Rachel DePompa speaks to a financial expert about their pros and cons and best way to use this payment method.

National

Largest Social Security increase in 40 years starts in January

Updated: Nov. 21, 2022 at 12:25 PM EST
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By Rachel DePompa
Social Security benefits will go up in January by 8.7%, the largest cost of living increase in 40 years. Consumer Investigator Rachel DePompa shares how much extra money you could see, plus expert advice on how you can best manage it.

National

Maximize Black Friday deals by planning ahead

Updated: Nov. 15, 2022 at 5:03 PM EST
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By Rachel DePompa
Holiday Shopping Season is here and so are the Black Friday sales. Consumer Investigator Rachel DePompa talks with a financial coach about how you can avoid breaking your holiday budget in this Watching Your Wallet.

Live 5 Investigates

Sheriff’s office updating policy following ex-deputy claims of broken promises

Updated: Nov. 14, 2022 at 7:27 PM EST
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By Blair Sabol
A former Charleston County Sheriff’s Office deputy says she experienced retaliation when breaking “the blue wall of silence” after reporting sexual harassment by a supervisor.

National

Financial advisor offers savings strategies to first-time investors

Updated: Nov. 14, 2022 at 12:27 PM EST
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By Rachel DePompa
Investing is an important way to put your money to work for you and build wealth, but it can be intimidating to get started. Consumer Investigator Rachel DePompa shares expert advice on the five ways you can get started in building your financial future.

National

Combat holiday travel cost with expert savings tips

Updated: Nov. 10, 2022 at 4:43 PM EST
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By Rachel DePompa
Holiday travelers are planning to spend on average more than $1,500 for flights and hotels, according to a new survey from NerdWallet. Consumer Investigator Rachel DePompa talks to an expert to find out ways you can cut travel costs this season.

National

Inflation and high interest rates add pressure to prospective homeowner budgets

Updated: Nov. 8, 2022 at 2:45 PM EST
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By Rachel DePompa
Looking to jump into the housing market next year? Consumer Investigator Rachel DePompa shares what you need to know about inflation’s impact on interest rates.

Live 5 Investigates

Vacation club connected to prior settlements over consumer complaints

Updated: Nov. 7, 2022 at 11:39 PM EST
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By Blair Sabol and Ainslie Lycans
Downtown Charleston attracts millions of tourists every year, but some say that their vacations were ruined after their experience with one local business.

National

Security experts urge caution when downloading your next app

Updated: Nov. 7, 2022 at 2:35 PM EST
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By Rachel DePompa
There’s always “an app for that”, but your new download could be a security nightmare. Consumer Investigator Rachel DePompa finds out the rules you should follow before you head to the app store

National

43 million Americans set to restart student loan payments in January

Updated: Nov. 3, 2022 at 4:22 PM EDT
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By Rachel DePompa
Federal student loan payments are set to resume in January and the Student Debt Crisis Center estimates almost 9 in 10 borrowers are not financially prepared for payments to return. Consumer Investigator Rachel DePompa has expert advice on how to adjust your budget for the restart.

Live 5 Investigates

SC contractor arrested again on fraud charges after Live 5 investigation

Updated: Nov. 2, 2022 at 5:14 PM EDT
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By Michal Higdon
A contractor at the center of complaints for stealing thousands of dollars was arrested again on Wednesday morning, after a Live 5 investigation.

National

Scammers target online shoppers, charitable contributions during holiday season

Updated: Nov. 2, 2022 at 2:42 PM EDT
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By Caresse Jackman
Black Friday is less than a month away and with more than $183 million already lost to online shopping fraud this year, security experts say scammers are prepping for the holiday rush. Consumer Reporter Caresse Jackman breaks down holiday scammer strategies including one that aims to defraud those with the giving spirit.

National

Overdraft fees getting less expensive, but still used by the majority of banks

Updated: Nov. 1, 2022 at 4:29 PM EDT
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By Rachel DePompa
Overdraft fees are an unwelcome addition to your budget and according to a new Bankrate study most banks are still hitting customers with the charge. Consumer Investigator Rachel DePompa has some simple ways you can avoid that extra expense.

Live 5 Investigates

Tens of thousands still without broadband internet, SC investing millions

Updated: Oct. 31, 2022 at 9:45 PM EDT
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By Michal Higdon
There are 181,715 households without high-speed internet.

National

Expert suggests using credit report as tool to manage credit card debt

Updated: Oct. 31, 2022 at 4:21 PM EDT
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By Rachel DePompa
Credit card balances can be scary and overwhelming at times. Consumer Investigator Rachel DePompa explains how pulling your credit report and closely examining your spending can help you plan your way out of debt.

Live 5 Investigates

Berkeley County family receives settlement after deputy hits, kills pedestrian

Updated: Oct. 27, 2022 at 9:10 PM EDT
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By Katie Kamin
It has been a heartbreaking four-and-a-half years for one Berkeley County mom after her son was hit and killed by a sheriff’s deputy while he walked down the road.

National

Cash over credit may be key to help you fight inflation expenses

Updated: Oct. 27, 2022 at 11:13 AM EDT
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By Rachel DePompa
With inflation hitting its highest rate in decades, saving money is top of mind. Consumer Investigator Rachel DePompa talks to an expert who explains why cash might be the key to saving money.

National

For those battling credit card debt, a call to your credit company could help lower your bills

Updated: Oct. 25, 2022 at 3:26 PM EDT
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By Rachel DePompa
Managing your credit card debt can be a tough fight, especially with high interest rates adding to the bill… Consumer Investigator Rachel DePompa has expert advice on how to negotiate a lower rate with your credit company.

Live 5 Investigates

FACT OR FICTION: Are reports of fentanyl in Halloween candy true?

Updated: Oct. 25, 2022 at 9:08 AM EDT
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By Katie Kamin
Halloween is right around the corner, and rumors are swirling about the threat of children getting a synthetic opioid in their trick-or-treat bags this year—right next to their Kit Kat bars and Skittles.

National

With current car insurance rate increases, it may be time to double-check your coverage

Updated: Oct. 24, 2022 at 2:08 PM EDT
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By Rachel DePompa
The Bureau of Labor and Statistics reported a 10.3% increase in motor vehicle insurance in the last year. Consumer Investigator Rachel DePompa explains why and what you need to do now to make sure your policy has you covered.
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