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NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C (WCIV) — All westbound lanes of Rivers Avenue at Fuller Street were closed Saturday following a traffic accident, according to the North Charleston Police Department. Police announced the closure in a traffic alert and advised motorists to avoid the area and seek alternate routes while crews...

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) — The Charleston Police Department, along with the South Carolina Department of Mental Health, is teaming up with local partners to host its fourth annual free Unity Day Health and Wellness Resource Fair on Saturday. This free community event will connect Tri-County residents with multiple agenc

COLUMBIA, S.C. — Today, we commemorate the life and sacrifice of Army Private First Class Melissa Jennifer Hobart, a devoted soldier, loving mother, and cherished daughter. Born on October 25, 1981, Melissa’s journey through life was marked by her dedication to her family, her country, and her personal growth. Tragical

CHARLESTON COUNTY, S.C. (WCSC) — The South Carolina Highway Patrol is investigating after a Charleston County Sheriff’s Office pursuit in Summerville ended in a fatality Saturday morning. The incident occurred around 2:40 a.m. Saturday on Secondary 1744 near Maria Eden Road, where a 2017 Kawasaki motorcycle was traveli

Hotter and more humid weather makes a return over the weekend. A few showers and storms are possible by early next week.

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — For 17 days every spring, Charleston transforms into one of the nation's premier arts destinations. Through Spoleto Festival USA and Piccolo Spoleto, the city becomes a vibrant stage for world-class music, theater, dance, opera, visual arts, and community celebrations that draw visitors from a

As growth continues to fuel traffic headaches across parts of Berkeley and Dorchester counties, transportation planners are asking residents to help shape the future of one of the region's most congested corridors. The post Public Invited to Weigh In on Traffic Solutions for Congested US 17A Corridor first appeared on

Whether you’re a history enthusiast, a lifelong local or someone wanting to better understand the region, these books offer a fascinating look into the people, places and events that define Berkeley County. The post From Ghost Stories to Revolutionary Heroes: 15 Berkeley County Books Every Local Should Read first appe

Hanahan police are warning residents and business owners to be on alert after reports surfaced of scammers posing as city planning officials in an attempt to collect fraudulent permit fees. The post Hanahan Police Warn Residents of Nationwide Phishing Scam Targeting Permit Applicants first appeared on The Berkeley Obs

NEWPORT — A woman who paid $111,200 for a tiny home in November 2024 still doesn’t have her home, she told The Plain Talk on Wednesday. Jennifer Hopkins, who lives in Charleston, SC, filed a report with the Cocke County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) on March 5. She contacted The Plain Talk and an article ran regarding her si