Charleston man accused of stalking, harassing former coworker
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) — The North Charleston Police Department said Thursday a man has been arrested for allegedly stalking and harassing his former coworker. John David Ayers, 28, was served with an arrest warrant charging him with stalking. Officers responded to a report of attempted vandalism at an...
Final co-defendant pleads guilty in 2023 killing of Summerville teen
DORCHESTER COUNTY, S.C. (WCIV) — The final co-defendant in the 2023 killing of a 14-year-old Summerville girl has pleaded guilty, bringing the case to a close, authorities said. Solicitor David Pascoe said Marsha Buck, 23, of Ladson, pleaded guilty last week to misprision of a felony in connection with...
Summerville man faces drug charge following early-morning traffic stop
SUMMERVILLE, S.C. (WCSC) — The Dorchester County Sheriff’s Office arrested a man found with drugs during an early-morning traffic stop. Harold Eugene Grooms, 42, is charged with possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine, according to sheriff spokesman Steven Wright. Deputies were conducting a proactive...
‘You know what you did’: Families seek answers in Lowcountry fatal hit-and-runs
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) — Hit-and-run cases are on the rise statewide, with impacts prevalent in the Lowcountry. For Tameka Burgess, she was asleep when she got a knock at her door on July 4, 2025. “That night changed my life,” Tameka Burgess said. Charleston County had 17...
Blues By The Sea festival returns April 19
If you love Howlin’ Wolf more than Harry Styles, you’ll be happy to know that the blues is alive and well in Charleston. Or more specifically, on Kiawah Island. On April 19, the Blues By The Sea festival returns to the Village Green at Freshfields Village, with plenty of performers who are knee deep in the blues.
Shem Creek boat rental was hit by overnight theft as suspects took the boat...
Mount Pleasant, S.C. — A boat rental operator in the Shem Creek area is waiting for answers after two suspects allegedly stole a boat for a late-night ride and later returned it in damaged condition. The incident happened on March 15 at Shem Creek Boat Rentals. According to the...
Charleston County opens applications for housing and community development funding
Charleston County Community Development and Revitalization is now accepting applications for federal funding to support housing and community services benefitting low- and moderate-income residents. Funding is provided through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and includes three programs...
FIRST ALERT: ‘Life-threatening’ crash shuts down part of downtown Charleston street
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) — The Charleston Police Department has shut down a portion of a major roadway downtown following an auto-pedestrian crash that has resulted in severe injuries. Broad Street is closed between Legare and Meeting Streets, according to police. Police say the crash between the vehicle and the...
Our view: Charleston City Council needs to get back to work, hold mayor’s office...
Charleston city council members enjoyed a hearty chuckle during last April’s State of the City address when Mayor William Cogswell boasted that under his leadership, council meetings have been “civil, productive and well, short.”. Because it’s always funny when the CEO congratulates his board of directors for not...
Corner Perk Cafe Eyes Buckwalter for New Location
The brunch cafe is known for espresso drinks, homemade syrups, burritos, sandwiches and salads.
