Thousands expected on Sullivan’s Island for Carolina Day; officials warn of heavy traffic
SULLIVAN'S ISLAND, S.C. (WCIV) — Thousands of people are expected to visit Sullivan's Island this weekend as the town celebrates Carolina Day, commemorating the Battle of Sullivan's Island with two days of events. Public safety officials say visitors should prepare for a fun weekend but also expect heavy traffic.
Boaters call Shem Creek boat landing ‘chaos’ as Mount Pleasant weighs expansion
MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (WCSC) — Mount Pleasant is trying to solve a growing problem at Shem Creek boat landing: parking chaos and traffic congestion. But there’s a catch. The solution to the issue involves removing trees to make way for more parking spots. " If you’re not down...
FIRST ALERT: Dangerous heat, humidity levels return late this week
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) — Dangerous heat and humidity levels will return to the Lowcountry this week, and will likely persist into July. (In fact, it may get even hotter by July 4th!) Temperatures will climb into the mid-to-upper 90s starting on Friday. High humidity levels will make it feel...
Joint Base Charleston unveils first locomotive in 60 years
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – Joint Base Charleston unveiled the newest locomotive added to the Air Force inventory since 1966—the first in the last 60 years— in March of 2026. Joint Base Charleston`s rail system plays a critical role in transporting millions of pounds of cargo, according to the base. “You can`t defend the
Angel Oak added to National Register of Historic Places
The Angel Oak has been added to the National Register of Historic Places. It is the first tree in South Carolina to be individually recognized on the register. The Johns Island landmark is estimated to be about 400 years old and shades 17,000 square feet. The designation highlights the site’s...
Construction at Johnson Hagood Stadium halted after discovery of human remains
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — A major renovation project at Johnson Hagood Stadium has been partially suspended after construction crews uncovered approximately 50 sets of human remains beneath the visitor-side grandstand, according to Charleston officials. The discovery was made during ongoing construction work tied to st
Charleston RiverDogs, Boeing to Induct Rear Admiral George E. Bresnihan and Revolutionary War Hero...
The Charleston RiverDogs, in partnership with Boeing, will induct United States Navy Rear Admiral George E. Bresnihan and Revolutionary War hero Brigadier General Francis Marion into the Hall of Honor during a pregame ceremony on Wednesday, June 24, at Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park. The induction ceremony will take place p
In Charleston area, low-income now means nearly $66K a year
For many Lowcountry residents, earning $65,000 a year may sound like a solid middle-class salary. According to the federal government, however, it now falls into the low-income category. New income limits released by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development show that an individual earning up to $65,800 annu
MUSC Health and Cigna extend current contract through August amid negotiations
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — With the deadline for an agreement between the Medical University of South Carolina Health and Cigna Healthcare looming, the two sides approved a 60-day extension to allow for additional time to negotiate a long-term contract. It is estimated that the contract dispute between Cigna and...
Multi-vehicle crash closes portion of Folly Road Boulevard: CPD
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — A portion of Folly Road Boulevard closed after a multi-vehicle crash on Wednesday morning, according to the Charleston Police Department. The roadway closed in both directions between Maybank Highway and Windermere Boulevard, police said. Officers, along with Dominion Energy crews, were on the
