Magnolia Landing site to host M.A.R.S.H. cleanup during construction phase
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - Magnolia Landing, one of Charleston’s largest mixed-use communities and waterfront developments, will be getting a cleanup. Located on Milford Street in the neck of downtown Charleston along the Ashley River, Magnolia Landing will soon host living spaces, offices, hotels, shops, restaurants,...
Ravenel man fatally struck by Amtrak train: coroner
RAVENEL, S.C. (WCBD) — The Charleston County Coroner’s Office has identified the individual who was fatally struck by a passenger train Friday night in Ravenel. James Fraley, 34, died from blunt force trauma after being hit by an Amtrak train around 9:15 p.m. at the intersection of Highway 162 and Railroad Avenue....
7 years since James Island shooting, deputies hope to find man’s killer
CHARLESTON COUNTY, S.C. (WCSC) - Tuesday marks seven years since a James Island man was shot to death, but the case remains unsolved. Kurt Wendell Melton, 29, was shot in the 1100 block of Greenhill Road at around 11 p.m. on the night of June 10, 2018. The sheriff’s office responded at approximately 11:21 p.m. to...
Tornado warning expires for Lowcountry counties; severe thunderstorm warning active
UPDATE: The tornado warning has expired as of 10:04 a.m.; however, a severe thunderstorm warning remains active for Berkeley, Colleton, Charleston, and Dorchester counties until 10:45 a.m. — MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (WCBD) – The National Weather Service has issued a tornado warning for Charleston and Colleton counties...
A pedestrian died after attempting to cross I-26 at Ashley Phosphate Rd. on Friday
North Charleston, S.C. — A pedestrian tragically died after being struck by a Chevrolet SUV on I-26 near the Ashley Phosphate Road exit on June 6, according to the South Carolina Highway Patrol (SCHP). Incident Details. The incident occurred when the pedestrian, who was walking north on I-26, attempted...
The Beach Company Announces Leasing for the Charles in Downtown Charleston, SC
Luxury townhomes and flats overlooking Ashley River and Safe Harbor City Marina nearing completion. The Beach Company, an industry leader in residential and commercial real estate brokerage, development and property management, announced today that The Charles, a luxury waterfront residential community overlooking...
Shrimp Scandal: 90% of local restaurants use foreign shrimp, new testing alleges
LOWCOUNTRY, S.C. (WCIV) — In a city known for its fresh local seafood, a new investigation reveals 90% of Lowcountry restaurants tested were found to be deceiving their customers by selling imported shrimp rather than locally sourced or wild caught shrimp. The Southern Shrimp Alliance commissioned SEAD (Seafood...
The 5th Annual Lowcountry Juneteenth Week Festival – June 22-26, 2025
The 5th annual Lowcountry Juneteenth Week Festival is a celebration of freedom and empowerment, showcasing the contributions and achievements of African Americans in the Lowcountry. Join us in celebrating the rich heritage and cultural significance of Juneteenth, a holiday marking the end of slavery in the United...
Spice Palette Owner to Open Coastal Indian Restaurant in Charleston
Sujith Varghese, owner of Spice Palette, is launching a new restaurant concept. Rivayat Creative Indian, a coastal creative Indian restaurant, is set to open in the former Makan space at 210 Rutledge Ave. The menu will highlight coastal Indian flavors. Varghese told What Now Charleston that Rivayat will feature a...
19-year-old man arrested after threatening victim with gun in Ladson: DCSO
LADSON, S.C. (WCIV) — Dorchester County Sheriff's Deputies arrested a 19-year-old man Monday after he allegedly threatened a victim with a gun during a verbal altercation. Michael Aaron Gadsden, of Ladson, was charged with pointing and presenting a firearm at a person, first-degree assault and battery, and possession...