James Beard Award gives nods to 8 Charleston-area chefs, eateries
The James Beard Association tapped eight Charleston restaurants and chefs as semifinalists in its annual awards that highlight the best in food in the nation. Winners will be announced June 15 at a ceremony at the Lyric Opera in Chicago. “A big thank you to Charleston for joining us and...
Jamie Ertle’s First Alert WX Forecast for Jan. 21, 2026
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - Widespread rain is expected this weekend; the possibility of freezing rain remains for now in our northern counties including Hampton, Screven, Bulloch, Candler, and even Toombs. We are seeing models trending the frozen threat move farther north, we hope it continues. Very cold temperatures...
11 South Carolina Cafes Where Fried Lunch Plates Still Fill The Room
Craving a plate that crackles when your fork hits the crust? Across South Carolina, old school cafes still stack fried lunch plates so high the room seems to swell with appetite. You can smell the peppered gravy, hear the clatter of sweet tea ice, and watch locals nod like they...
Summerville PD introduce new device to prevent vehicle attacks
SUMMERVILLE, S.C. (WCBD) – The Summerville Police Department (SPD) is utilizing mobile barriers that can stop vehicles in their tracks. They are designed to protect pedestrians and large crowds from vehicle attacks. On contact, they snap up and impale the car, trapping it in place. SPD chief Doug Wright says it’s a...
Berkeley County Officials Monitor Potential Winter Storm Threat
Berkeley County’s Emergency Management team is keeping a close eye on weather forecasts as a potential winter storm approaches the area this weekend and into early next week The post Berkeley County Officials Monitor Potential Winter Storm Threat first appeared on The Berkeley Observer .
Penelope Bourbon and home furnishings brand Serena & Lily are releasing a limited-edition bourbon
You might be surprised to learn this, but popular whiskey brand Penelope Bourbon is launching a new Four Grain Bourbon in collaboration not with a brewery, a celebrity, or another distillery, but with a home furnishings brand. Penelope Beaufain Four Grain Bourbon. Inspired by the history and allure of South...
I-26 traffic recovers from massive slowdown following North Charleston crash
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) — Drivers headed into downtown Charleston faced serious delays during their morning commute following a traffic accident on the interstate. I-26 eastbound slowed to a crawl Thursday morning after a crash at mile marker 216 near Cosgrove Avenue. Dispatch information shows the first call...
Updated: Summerville BBQ Restaurant Burns
Henry’s BBQ in Summerville was destroyed by a fire Tuesday evening, leaving the building and all equipment a total loss. No injuries were reported, according to the restaurant’s owners. The family that owns the restaurant expressed appreciation for the response from local first responders and confirmed that everyone...
Bishop England moves to Class AAA, Iron Horses stay in Class AA
The South Carolina High School League wrapped up its reclassification process last week, and locally, Bishop England will move from Class AAAA to AAA for the next two academic years, beginning with the 2026-27 school year. Philip Simmons, meanwhile, will remain at the Class AA level. The realignment process occurs...
65-year-old identified as victim in fatal auto pedestrian crash on Sam Rittenberg Blvd
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — The Charleston County Coroner has identified the man who was struck in a motor vehicle vs pedestrian collision and eventually succumbed to his injuries, Monday. Randolph Goff, a 65-year-old from Charleston was identified as the deceased. According to the Charleston Police Department, on Jan....

















