Scanlonville community pushes against ongoing gentrification in Mount Pleasant
MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (WCSC) — Residents of a Black settlement community in Mount Pleasant have found a way to preserve their history amid ongoing gentrification seen through developments, mansions and a demographic shift. Scanlonville was initially developed as a historic Black post-Civil War community, but now, less...
Charleston County considers new notification rules for short-term rentals
CHARLESTON COUNTY, S.C. (WCSC) — Leaders in Charleston County are considering a new rule that could change how neighbors find out about short-term rentals in their communities. The proposal would require notifications to be sent out when certain short-term rental permits are issued or renewed, something that doesn’t...
Ladson man arrested after pursuit on Highway 78
The Berkeley County Sheriff's Office reported the arrest of Ronald Lee Bowers II, 37, of Wilhite Drive, following a pursuit on Tuesday, March 17. The chase began in Charleston County and continued into Berkeley County along Highway 78. Deputies used tire deflation devices and a Pursuit Intervention Technique to stop...
First water sample passes safety check; Lowcountry boil water advisory continues
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) — A boil water advisory remains in effect for parts of the Lowcountry, but an end is in sight after early water tests yielded encouraging results, the City of Goose Creek said. The first sample met all safety requirements, according to the public works department. A...
Crash involving car, 18-wheeler closes multiple lanes on Ashley Phosphate Road
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — (UPDATE, 2 p.m.) – The roadway has completely reopened. Local police thanked the public for their patience as they cleared the scene. A collision between a vehicle and an 18-wheeler has shut down all lanes but one on Ashley Phosphate Road Thursday afternoon, according to the North...
Residential care facility operators face additional charges in vulnerable adult deaths
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) — South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson said his office has served additional arrest warrants for a couple already charged in an investigation involving alleged neglect at a residential care facility. Cynthia Kelly faces additional charges of one count of abuse or neglect of a...
South Carolina Walmart market to close for renovations. Here’s where
Walmart is testing a "rapid remodel" pilot program that involves four-week closures of select Neighborhood Market stores. The pilot program will take place in six states: Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Oklahoma, South Carolina, and Texas. A Walmart Neighborhood Market in Ladson, South Carolina, is part of the program,...
Convicted Charleston felon sentenced on drug, gun charges
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) — A convicted felon will spend the next two decades in prison following gun and drug charges. Deon Lathel Gibson, 40, was sentenced after pleading guilty to possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine, being a felon in possession of a firearm and possessing a firearm in furtherance of...
Free tickets now available for Charleston Airshow featuring Blue Angels
CHARLESTON, Sc. (WTOC) - Free tickets are now available for the 2026 Charleston Airshow, headlined by the U.S. Navy Blue Angels. The two-day event is scheduled for May 2 and 3 at Joint Base Charleston, featuring aerial performances and ground displays. General admission and parking are free, but a parking...
Citadel Mall companies have 90 days to relocate once MUSC moves in.
Small businesses and community groups in Charleston’s Citadel Mall face displacement after MUSC bought part of the property, giving tenants just 90 days to relocate despite recent two-year leases. Affected Tenants. The Charleston Area Model Railroad Club, a 16-year nonprofit fixture, the artist space Arc Take 2, and...
