The victim of the tragic hit-and-run on Rivers Avenue is identified by the coroner.
Jose N. Gonzalez-Cervera, 45, of North Charleston, died from blunt force injuries in a fatal hit-and-run on Rivers Avenue near Hawthorne Drive on New Year’s night. The Charleston County Coroner’s Office confirmed his identity as the pedestrian victim killed at the scene.. Suspect and Charges. Fabian Solis-Espinosa,...
Pitbull to Bring “I’m Back” Tour to Daniel Island’s Credit One Stadium
Global music superstar Pitbull is set to bring his high-energy “I’m Back” Tour to the Lowcountry this spring, with a major stop at Credit One Stadium on Daniel Island on Sunday, May 17. The post Pitbull to Bring “I’m Back” Tour to Daniel Island’s Credit One Stadium first appeared on The Berkeley Observer .
Charleston chef named 2026 South Carolina Chef Ambassador
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – Governor Henry McMaster has selected chefs from Charleston, Myrtle Beach, and Greer to represent South Carolina as 2026 Chef Ambassadors. The chef ambassadors will represent the state through food festivals and other community-driven events to highlight South Carolina’s deep culinary...
FIRST ALERT: Winter storm brings small freezing rain chance to parts of the Lowcountry!
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) — A major winter storm across the eastern half of the United States will have minimal impacts in the Lowcountry as we head into the weekend. FIRST ALERT WEATHER DAYS are in effect for Saturday and Sunday as we watch for the possibility of some light freezing rain across inland areas, near I-95.
Dutch Bros Coffee to bring vibrant drive-thru experience to North Charleston
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — Dutch Bros Coffee, a prominent name in the drive-thru coffee industry, is set to make its debut in North Charleston. The company, which began in 1992 when two brothers purchased a double-head espresso machine and experimented with 100 pounds of coffee beans, has grown into a beloved...
A 65-year-old man was found dead in a car-pedestrian collision on Sam Rittenberg Boulevard.
Randolph Nathan Goff, a 65-year-old Charleston resident, died from injuries sustained in a pedestrian collision on January 12 on Sam Rittenberg Boulevard. He was struck while crossing the road, received life-threatening injuries, and passed away in the hospital on January 20, according to the Charleston County...
North Charleston mayor speaks on corruption charges, leadership and the city
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) — After 34 years in law enforcement and two years at the helm of South Carolina’s third-largest city, Mayor Reggie Burgess has his eyes on three things: public safety, responsible development and quality of life. In a wide-ranging exclusive interview with Live 5 News...
LIVE 5 DEEP DIVE: Episode 17: Cell Block A1D Pt. 2 | Charleston Failed...
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) — The death of a 23-year-old in the Charleston County jail in August was ruled a homicide brought on by complications of fentanyl withdrawal, cocaine use and medical neglect. When Mary Brucato’s family learned of her death, they didn’t hear it from the sheriff, the coroner...
Red Cross urges caution after recent string of house fires
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — As a surge of cold weather approaches South Carolina, the American Red Cross is urging residents to remain vigilant against heating-related home fires. Red Cross urges caution after recent string of house fires (WCIV) Between Monday, Jan. 19, and Wednesday, Jan. 21, the Lowcountry saw...
Lowcountry Schools on Alert as SC Measles Outbreak Grows
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) The South Carolina measles outbreak continue to be the worst in the nation and with several schools identified as points of exposure, Lowcountry school districts are taking notice. The latest numbers from the South Carolina Department of Public Health confirmed 646 measles cases in the state....

















