FIRST ALERT TRAFFIC: Washout shuts down road in Moncks Corner
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C. (WCSC) - Berkeley County officials said a washout has closed a road in Moncks Corner Friday afternoon. Officials said Old Mount Holly Road near Old Moncks Corner Road in Goose Creek is shut down because of a washout under the roadway. The South Carolina Department of Transportation...
Sinkhole in Goose Creek prompts road closure
GOOSE CREEK, S.C. (WCBD) – A sinkhole has shut down a Goose Creek roadway. The sinkhole was reported Friday at Old Mount Holly Road and Old Moncks Corner Road. The intersection has been closed to traffic. City officials said the South Carolina Department of Transportation has been advised about the problem so repairs...
Decade removed from Mother Emanuel tragedy, calls grow for state hate crime legislation
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — A decade after the tragic shooting at Mother Emanuel AME Church, survivor Polly Sheppard is advocating for a hate crime law in South Carolina. Reflecting on the horrific event, Sheppard said, "It's been 10 years since that day of unspeakable horror. A day that left scars that time nor faith...
Charleston plantation honors the legacies of those enslaved for Juneteenth
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - Thursday is Juneteenth, a holiday which commemorates the end of slavery in the United States and people throughout the Lowcountry are set to celebrate. Juneteenth, also known as Freedom and Emancipation Day, which commemorates the end of slavery in the United States. In Charleston, Magnolia...
The Day the Music Died (Temporarily) – The Commodore in Charleston, SC will be...
In a statement on Instagram and Facebook, The Commodore music vendue in downtown Charleston announced they will be closed for a few week starting June 23, 2025 for necessary repairs. ”For those who may be unaware – The Commodore will be undergoing necessary maintenance and repairs starting Monday, June 23rd....
Columbia Boasts a Zoo Where Giraffes Nibble from Your Hand
Ever wondered what it’s like to lock eyes with a giraffe as it gently snags lettuce from your palm? At Riverbanks Zoo and Garden in Columbia, South Carolina, you’re in for a wild ride that blends animal magic with botanical bliss. Spanning 170 acres along the Saluda River, this award-winning spot—home to over 3,000 animals and a 70-acre garden—offers a day of wonder that’s equal parts thrilling and serene. Whether you’re dodging lorikeets landing on your shoulder or strolling through lush gardens, this is the kind of place that makes you feel like a kid again, no matter your age.
Man charged for fleeing from deputies and killing 12 geese in car chase, according...
DORCHESTER COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD) — A 39-year-old man struck and killed 12 geese in a stolen vehicle pursuit, according to the Dorchester County Sheriff’s Office. The suspect has been identified as Robert Bennie Jackson. Dorchester County Sheriff’s Office was alerted by the Summerville Police Department about a stolen...
100-year-old hospice patient’s wish to meet baby cow comes true
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – A resident at The Oaks of Daniel Island had a dream come true this week thanks to Crescent Hospice Care and Crosswind Farms. Caregivers for Ms. Phyllis Becotte, 100, noticed her love for cows after seeing her apartment at the Oaks, which includes a shelf covered in ceramic cows....
Charleston police arrest suspect in downtown restaurant stabbing
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – Police in Charleston have arrested a man accused of stabbing a coworker at a downtown restaurant. Officers responded to Fuel on Rutledge Avenue around 2:45 p.m. on June 6. Callers reported that an employee had been stabbed during an altercation with a coworker. The suspect fled before police...
‘A light in the pathway of darkness,’ bible study honors Emanuel 9
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — In commemoration of the 10th anniversary of the Mother Emanuel AME Church Tragedy, Senior Pastor Eric Manning led a bible study to honor and remember the Emanuel 9. Members of the church congregation and visitors gathered to learn from the lives and legacies of those...