Charleston SC

NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – Authorities arrested a 38-year-old man accused of firing a shotgun from his vehicle. Officers with the North Charleston Police Department responded Sunday afternoon to a reported disturbance on Calvert Street that involved a weapon. While on the way, police learned that the suspect was...

Charleston-area foodies had another banner year when it comes to great solid and liquid tastes. While the Holy City mourned the loss of many beloved restaurants, the sadness was (slightly) tempered by some very exciting openings and evolutions. While 365 days of Charleston cuisine could never be covered in just...

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – The Gullah Geechee Family Foundation will hold its 8th annual Gullah Kwanzaa Celebration on Tuesday afternoon. Organizers say festivities will include an African drum class, a healthy juicing demonstration, an art class, storytelling, and a drum circle. The event, which is free and open to...

When it comes to the Palmetto State, the culinary conversation usually revolves around vinegar-based pulled pork, Lowcountry boils, or the upscale bistro scene in Charleston's historic district. But if you venture away from the coast and head up into the rolling hills upstate, you'll find the coolest hole-in-the-wall...

Charleston’s charm comes from its history: narrow brick streets, tight alleys, preserved architecture, and gorgeous waterfront roads. Driving here isn’t like open highway cruising it’s about finesse, maneuverability, and coping with slow traffic, limited parking, and occasional uneven surfaces (hello, old...

NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – Authorities arrested a 22-year-old man accused of “severely beating” a pregnant woman. An officer with the North Charleston Police Department responded to a local hospital on Nov. 30 to speak with the victim, who said the incident happened off Prince Street. The officer noted that the...

The Black Food Truck Festival announced that their Battle of the Bands Concert will be held on Jan. 18, 2026 at the Music Farm in downtown Charleston. The Renaissance Orchestra: Blending classical virtuosity with the energy of Hip‑Hop, R&B, country, and pop. Starr Queen: Charleston’s own royalty ready to...

Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Moncks Corner, SC – Berkeley County Sheriff Duane Lewis announced the arrest of a man accused of leading deputies on a high-speed pursuit that spanned multiple counties Saturday night. According to the...

MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (WCBD) – A portion of the Pitt Street Bridge will temporarily close in January to accommodate construction-related activity, town officials said. The closure will begin on Jan. 5, according to the Town of Mount Pleasant. Roughly 600 feet of the causeway will stay open for the public; however, the...

A candlelight vigil in North Charleston, South Carolina, honored Jamar Jordan Gray, a 23-year-old who passed away on December 19, 2025, after battling sickle cell disease since childhood. The event highlighted his vibrant life, including passions for painting shoes, music, faith, and connecting with others, while...