North Charleston Police, Sumter County deputies investigate double homicide
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - The North Charleston Police Department and the Sumter County Sheriff’s Office are investigating a double homicide incident that occurred nearly a month ago. Police say a landowner discovered the bodies of two women on Richbow Road in the Rembert area of Sumter County on...
A First Look at Rosemary Rose, the New Rooftop Bar at Charleston’s Nickel Hotel
Walking by the stately but simple cinder-gray streetfront of the Nickel Hotel, you might just miss a trip through its transportive doors. But if you know, you know. Pushing through those doors is like hopping into a time warp. Arched doorways, vaulted ceilings, mossy green-washed porcelain plaster walls, and a...
Four people including three juveniles charged for group beating of Florence County teen
FLORENCE COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — A Summerville woman and three juvenile are facing assault by mob charges for their role in a group attack last month, the Florence County Sheriff’s Office said Wednesday. Jaylen McKenzie Koon and the other suspects were recorded beating a girl up in the early morning hours on Saturday...
Family of elderly woman demands answers after tragedy at senior living community
MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (WCIV) — The family of Margarette Cooper, an 84-year-old woman who died after being thrown to the ground by another resident at The Artisan Senior Living Community, is speaking out through their attorney, demanding answers and justice. In a statement released by the family's attorney, they...
Berkeley County mom speaks out after daughter’s viral ‘Labubu’ stolen at school
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C. (WCIV) — A Berkeley County mother is speaking out after her daughter’s viral collectible toy was stolen at school. She says the theft highlights the risks of sending children to class with trendy, high-demand items. Morgan Pedroni, whose daughter attends Moncks Corner Elementary, says the...
Armed escapee caught by US Marshals and North Charleston Police at Amtrak station
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — An armed escapee was arrested Friday by the US Marshals Fugitive Task Force and the North Charleston Police Department while attempting to flee the state, according to a new report. Master Willie Weathers, a 26-year-old was arrested and charged with firearm possession. North...
Local job market booms amid national hiring dip
If you’ve been job hunting in Charleston lately, chances are you’re seeing more “Now Hiring” signs. Despite headlines of a slowing national labor market, workforce experts said the Lowcountry is charging ahead, with jobs pouring in and unemployment among the lowest statewide. “While the national job...
Amazon Just Walk Out Cafe debuts at South Carolina hospital
Roper St. Francis Healthcare has launched a cafe and gift shop at Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital in Charleston, South Carolina, that uses Amazon's "Just Walk Out" AI technology, according to a Becker's Hospital Review report. The system allows customers to pay by scanning a credit or debit card, or...
North Charleston chase ends in crash; man accused of having stolen IDs, docs
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - North Charleston Police say a man is facing charges after leading them on a chase that ended in a crash and the discovery of stolen documents and license plates. Randy Scott Villarreal, 39, is charged with three counts of financial transaction card theft, hit-and-run that...
People Drive From All Over South Carolina For The Swordfish At This Legendary Southern...
There’s a particular magic that happens when a perfectly grilled piece of swordfish lands on your table at Husk – a moment when time seems to slow down and nothing matters except the culinary masterpiece before you. Tucked away in a gorgeously restored Victorian-era home on Queen Street...