Chief engineer of runaway container ship sentenced in federal court
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) — The chief engineer of the container ship MSC Michigan VII, who pleaded guilty to failing to report a hazardous condition and obstructing a federal investigation following a 2024 runaway ship incident in Charleston Harbor, was sentenced Monday in federal court. Fernando San Diego San Juan...
Bank deposit bags stolen in robbery at North Charleston Little Caesars
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — Police are investigating a robbery that occurred Monday morning outside the Little Caesars on Dorchester Road, according to the North Charleston Police Department. Officers responded to the business around 9:45 a.m.Monday after receiving a report of a robbery. According to police, an emp
Meeting Street Elementary Burns Campus named No. 1 School in South Carolina for academic...
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – South Carolina students are posting some of their strongest academic gains in years, with one North Charleston school emerging as a statewide leader in English Language Arts (ELA) growth. Meeting Street Elementary’s Burns campus saw the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state s
Boater runs over manatee in Shem Creek, witnesses say warnings were ignored
MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (WCSC) — A video of a boat running over a manatee in Shem Creek is circulating online. A local boat captain who witnessed the incident says nearby kayakers attempted to warn the boater before the animal was struck. What witnesses say happened. Mike Phillips, a 100-ton...
Man accused of shooting at car with children inside, woman injured: NCPD
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – A 23-year-old was arrested on Friday in connection with a shooting that occurred on Bennett Yard Road on Tuesday. Officers with the North Charleston Police Department were dispatched to Bennett Yard Road on August 4 after a disturbance was reported in the area. While en route, officers w
Cargo ship company fined $6M, chief engineer sentenced after Ravenel Bridge incident
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — More than two years after an out-of-control cargo ship sped through Charleston Harbor and prompted the temporary closure of the Ravenel Bridge, the ship’s company and chief engineer were sentenced in federal court. The company operating the MSC Michigan VII, MSC Shipmanagement Limited, was...
Four men arrested after Sunday morning gunfire on Peppermill Parkway: NCPD
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – Four men were arrested on Sunday morning after reports of gunfire near 7240 Peppermill Parkway. Officers with the North Charleston Police Department responded to the scene at around 3:30 a.m. and saw six men walking away from the club as officers arrived. Officers said they were clutchin
Pentagon renames South Carolina air base after Graham
The Pentagon officially renamed an air base in South Carolina after Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.), a fierce defense hawk who died suddenly last month.
North Charleston Police Chief Ron Camacho resigns, City confirms
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — North Charleston Police Chief Ron Camacho resigned Monday, City officials have confirmed to ABC News 4. Assistant Chief of Police Scott Perry has been confirmed to be taking over Camacho's role as Chief of Police. Camacho was sworn in on Dec. 9, 2024. Formerly...
This South Carolina Campground Lets You Fall Asleep Beside the Edisto River
City life sure has its perks, but life is all about balance. Located just 90 minutes outside of Charleston, one of the most unique campgrounds in South Carolina offers a chance to stay on a farm and experience the slower pace we often crave. If you need a break from the everyday hustle, Black Pearl […]
