Two dead after car drives into water off River Road, officials say
CHARLESTON COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD) – Two people died Wednesday afternoon after a gray sedan drove into the river off of River Road, officials said. Around 2:30 p.m., units responded to the water near 779 River Road on Johns Island after being alerted to a vehicle submerged, according to the St. John’s Fire District....
Charleston’s new hotspot is Cedar Creek Tavern in Ladson
Charleston nightlife will be a lot wilder and fun with the Nov. 7 grand opening of Cedar Creek Tavern in Ladson – the perfect place to do some line-dancing, hear great music and have an unforgettable night with a lot of western flair. Put on your boots and cowboy...
ICE operation in North Charleston raises racial profiling and community concerns
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — Immigration and Customs Enforcement carried out a two-night operation in Charleston County early this week, primarily in North Charleston, according to eyewitnesses. The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) and Highway Patrol (SCHP) assisted in the operation. SLED confirmed...
RESULTS: Latest race results from the Nov. 4 municipal elections
Find the latest results from the Nov. 4, 2025, municipal elections here.
Berkeley County sees 2 deadly fires since Sunday; SLED investigation expected
MONCKS CORNER, S.C. (WCSC) - South Carolina state agents have been requested to investigate the second deadly fire in less than a week. Central Berkeley Fire and EMS Assistant Fire Chief Colt Roy said crews responded to a home fire at around 5:30 a.m. Wednesday out on Assembly Lane. Officials...
2 local schools receive 2025 ‘Blue Ribbon’ recognition
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – Two schools based in the Lowcountry will be recognized on Wednesday as ‘Blue Ribbon’ schools. According to the South Carolina Department of Education, the National Blue Ribbon Schools designation honors schools for their academic excellence and closing achievement gaps. Governor Henry...
Search continues for missing College of Charleston student last seen on Halloween
*Editor’s note: This article has been updated to reflect the missing student’s full name. CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – The Charleston Police Department provided an update Tuesday on the last known whereabouts of a 19-year-old missing College of Charleston student as authorities continue searching for him. Authorities...
1 dead in Assembly Lane house fire
MONCKS CORNER, S.C. (WCBD) – Investigators are working to determine the cause of a deadly early morning house fire. The North Berkeley Fire District said they received multiple 9-1-1 calls about a house fire on Assembly Lane in Moncks Corner around 5:30 a.m. Crews arrived and found heavy flames coming from a...
Charleston County woman accused of insurance fraud
CHARLESTON COUNTY, S.C. (WCSC) - The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division has charged a woman who allegedly submitted a false insurance claim for her vehicle. Porscha McWhite, 37, is charged with presenting a false claim for insurance payment valued $10,000 or more. An affidavit states that she allegedly submitted...
Mount Pleasant Residents Invited to Holiday Market and Christmas Light Parade This December
Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, will hold a two-day holiday event on December 13 and 14, 2025. The weekend begins on Saturday with the Holiday Market & Craft Show at the Mount Pleasant Farmers Market Pavilion. Visitors can shop from local vendors, listen to live music, and try local food from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m....
