FIRST ALERT: ‘Life-threatening’ crash shuts down part of downtown Charleston street
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) — The Charleston Police Department has shut down a portion of a major roadway downtown following an auto-pedestrian crash that has resulted in severe injuries. Broad Street is closed between Legare and Meeting Streets, according to police. Police say the crash between the vehicle and the...
Our view: Charleston City Council needs to get back to work, hold mayor’s office...
Charleston city council members enjoyed a hearty chuckle during last April’s State of the City address when Mayor William Cogswell boasted that under his leadership, council meetings have been “civil, productive and well, short.”. Because it’s always funny when the CEO congratulates his board of directors for not...
Corner Perk Cafe Eyes Buckwalter for New Location
The brunch cafe is known for espresso drinks, homemade syrups, burritos, sandwiches and salads.
Goose Creek treasurer accused of embezzling over $2K, deputies say
MONCKS CORNER, S.C. (WCSC) — An Oxford House treasurer was arrested after an investigation into forgery by the Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office. Brenda Carol Byrd, 63, is charged with breach of trust of more than $2,000 and forgery of less than $10,000. Deputies responded to meet with a...
First Black woman to lead a Tri-County real estate group talks about diversity
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) — Thousands of real estate professionals across the Tri-County are part of the Charleston Trident Association of Realtors. CTAR has been around for almost 120 years and for much of its existence, most of the leaders have been white and the majority of them have been men.
Ladson man faces several charges after alleged attempted murder crash
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) — A man is facing multiple charges after he allegedly crashed his vehicle into another car on purpose Friday morning. Joseph Latren Gordon Jr., 22, is charged with attempted murder, trafficking fentanyl, possession of a weapon during a violent crime and driving under suspension,...
💰 Charleston County approves first attainable housing tax break
Charleston County Council has approved its first project under the county’s Attainable Housing Tax Abatement program. The project, called Cordelia on Rivers, will bring 129 new rental units to North Charleston, near the future Lowcountry Rapid Transit line.
Charleston approves design review ordinance despite opposition
MORNING HEADLINES | Charleston City Council members voted 12-1 to approve a controversial ordinance that exempts city-led projects from much of the design review process. Council member Aaron Polkey was the only one to vote against the bill. Council members said they hope the change will move public projects like...
Infinity Aviation opens headquarters in Charleston
Infinity Aviation Group opens new headquarters in Charleston. Office led by aviation veterans Steven Levesque and Scott Zimmerman. Company focused on expanding FBO network through acquisitions. Operations continue in New Hampshire and Massachusetts. Infinity Aviation Group, a full-service fixed-base operator, has...
Police report: Trucks doing ‘donuts’ damage graded lot
Charleston, S.C. — The Charleston Police Department has released recent crime reports from Team 5, covering Daniel Island, Clements Ferry Road, and parts of Cainhoy between March 1 and March 15. Drug / Narcotics Violations. On March 2, an officer conducted a traffic stop on Clements Ferry Road due...

















