South Carolina Book Club talks notable Lowcountry author at this month’s meeting
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - The South Carolina Book Club discussed a book by a renowned Lowcountry author at this month’s meeting. The club talked about “The Prince of Tides”, which is inspired by South Carolina and written by the well-known author Pat Conroy. The story is about...
FIRST ALERT: Seasonably cool through midweek with more showers, storms!
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - Shower and thunderstorm chances will stick around throughout the week as a stationary front lingers to our south!. High pressure to our north is reinforcing a “wedge” of cooler air across the Carolinas tonight, particularly for areas near and west of I-95. Under this setup, below-average...
Separate crashes snarl traffic on Don Holt Bridge
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – A pair of crashes in both the eastbound and westbound lanes of I-526 was causing traffic delays Monday afternoon. According to the South Carolina Department of Transportation, two right lanes were closed on the eastbound side of the Don Holt Bridge following a crash near Exit 20 at...
Shore-based shark fishing faces restrictions, poses risk to swimmers
While catching sharks off Isle of Palms is routine for many local fishermen, it will soon be illegal to purposely fish for them along the island’s beaches in certain instances due to the dangers they pose to swimmers and large groups of beachgoers. IOP City Council members have been...
105.5 The Bridge Revamps Format as ‘Sound of the Lowcountry’
The updated format features a broader range of genres. The post 105.5 The Bridge Revamps Format as ‘Sound of the Lowcountry’ first appeared on Barrett Media .
Join us in welcoming Samantha German to Live 5 News
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - The Lowcountry native is officially joining the Live 5 News anchor team!. Samantha sat down with Justin Kollar to share highlights from her journey, reintroduce herself to Charleston, and, of course, shout out her biggest supporters: Mom and Dad, who were watching proudly from home.
Four-term incumbent City Councilman Mike Seekings announces reelection campaign
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — Four-term incumbent Charleston City Councilman Mike Seekings announced his candidacy for a fifth term Monday. “As we navigate rapid change – from flooding threats to transportation challenges and continued economic growth – I’m running again to serve District 8 with a focus on results in key...
Woman killed in fatal Cane Bay community shooting; suspect arrested
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD) – The Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a deadly shooting that occurred on Monday in the Cane Bay community. Deputies responded to a home on Grand View Crossing just before 3:30 p.m. after receiving reports about a potential burglary in progress. A female victim was taken...
Dine and dash duo leave Tasty Crab House with full bellies after racking up...
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — Two unnamed individuals remain at large after defrauding a North Charleston business over the weekend. According to an incident report from the North Charleston Police Department, two people, a man and a woman around 8:21 p.m. Saturday, racked up a $120 bill from the Tasty Crab House –...
Beachfront owners must comply with new pool-building regulations
In a further effort by city leaders to combat island erosion and preserve natural settings, residents west of Front Beach on Isle of Palms now must comply with new pool-building regulations. As unanimously approved by the city council at its June 24 public hearing and meeting, the ordinance prohibits the...