Editorial: When Charleston Stops Tasting Like Charleston
There was a time when Charleston’s culinary identity felt as unmistakable as its architecture. You could taste the Lowcountry in a bowl of shrimp and grits, a plate of she-crab soup, a basket of fried seafood or a serving of red rice. Charleston cooking was shaped by geography, history, agriculture and the generations
Flock camera vandalism prompts MPPD to address privacy concerns and transparency efforts
MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (WCBD) – Mount Pleasant police are working to address privacy concerns after one of the town’s 18 fixed Flock cameras was deliberately cut down over the weekend, highlighting growing skepticism about law enforcement’s use of automated license plate readers. The Flock cameras, designed to help preve
Large police presence on Lockwood Boulevard following traffic stop: CPD
DOWNTOWN CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – There is a large police presence near the Ashley River Bridge and Lockwood Boulevard on Tuesday evening following a traffic stop, according to the Charleston Police Department (CPD). CPD says officers conducted the traffic stop as part of an ongoing investigation. Authorities say de
FIRST ALERT: Rain chances increase today, persists the remainder of the week
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - August-like temperatures (and humidity levels) will continue through at least late this week as rain chances begin to grow!. Based on the latest forecast trends, our coverage of showers and thunderstorms will be most widespread during the afternoon and early evening hours (1-6 PM). Although th
Charleston County recruits future mechanics from local classrooms
CHARLESTON COUNTY, S.C. (WCSC) — Charleston County is looking to local high school classrooms for help filling a growing need for mechanics. Charleston County Fleet Operations is partnering with high school auto-tech programs to give students hands-on experience maintaining the vehicles behind some of the county’s most
Medical providers say public excitement over peptides is outpacing the science
MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (WCSC) — Med-spas, weight loss clinics and wellness centers around Charleston are advertising peptides, compounds marketed for muscle growth, skin health, sleep and energy. Medical experts say the public excitement surrounding them is outpacing the actual science, and some people are putting their
Police on scene of active North Charleston barricaded situation
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) — The North Charleston Police Department said officers are on the scene of a barricaded situation Tuesday night. Officers said they are negotiating with the subject in an effort to bring the situation to a safe resolution. Residents are asked to avoid the area of...
The Ultimate Monte Cristo Just Got Even Better!
This Monte CristoSkillet recipe flips the classic, dipped sandwich into a simple, shareable skillet bake. Using cast iron ensures you still get those crisp, buttery edges while the inside stays rich, custardy, and loaded with savory meats! For the full recipe on my website click HERE.
HOT PROPERTIES: New deals reshape commercial property across the state
A 40,341-square-foot industrial lease was completed in North Charleston. Columbia saw several office, medical office and industrial transactions. Greenville recorded land, industrial, office and retail property deals. Spartanburg saw new industrial and retail leases, including a 5,000-square-foot lease. Hot Properties
Charleston Fall Home Show & Luxury Home Tour
Why did ICE refuse to release Ilhan Omar-related FOIA records?. Tour a selection of beautiful Charleston homes, including custom homes and new constructions, featuring work by Charleston’s top builders, remodelers, architects, designers, and home professionals. Then, discover how to bring those designs home at the Char

















