Rabid raccoon confirmed in Charleston County, one dog exposed
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — A raccoon found near Swan Avenue and Swallow Drive in Charleston County has tested positive for rabies, according to the South Carolina Department of Public Health. No human exposures have been reported, but one dog was exposed to the infected animal and will be quarantined...
North Charleston man sentenced to 15 years in prison for trafficking methamphetamine
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — A North Charleston man has been sentenced after pleading guilty to trafficking methamphetamine in a 2024 incident. 36-year-old Jerell Risher was sentenced to 15 years in federal prison to be followed by five years of court-ordered supervision. Evidence presented in court reportedly showe
CCSO gives update on ongoing search for missing man in Awendaw
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – The Charleston County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) announced it has adjusted search operations for Lawrence Thompson, 72, of Awendaw, who was last seen on Tuesday, September 1, 2026. Authorities say the missing 72-year-old man has a medical condition that could cause him to appear confused or
Bond denied for former officer turned fugitive Dan Hiers after Berkeley County jail booking
GOOSE CREEK, S.C. (WCBD) – Former Charleston Police Department officer Dan Hiers Jr. has been booked into the Berkeley County Detention Center after being extradited from China weeks ago to face charges in South Carolina. Berkeley Bond Court states his bond was denied on Thursday afternoon, September 3, 2026. Jail reco
Charleston Police search for 2 teenage girls
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) — The Charleston Police Department is asking the public for help locating two missing teenagers. Aaliyah Brown, 18, and Khamarie Russell, 14, who are friends, were last seen near 78 Ashley Hall Plantation Road on Friday. Brown stands at 5 feet, 5 inches tall, weighs 120...
CPD responds to vehicle collision with pole on Paul Cantrell Boulevard
CHARLESTON COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD) – The Charleston Police Department (CPD) is responding to the scene of a vehicle collision with a pole on Paul Cantrell Boulevard at 526, going towards downtown Charleston. Police say the power lines are down and Dominion is en route to the scene. Paul Cantrell Boulevard is shut down unti
I-26 rest area to close for one year for construction, including truck parking upgrades
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) announced a yearlong closure of a rest area along I-26 for construction. Starting on Friday, September 11, 2026, the I-26 eastbound rest area near mile marker 204 in Charleston County, South Carolina, will close for construction. During the closure, crews will rec
Fort Mill Students Accepted into the University Honors Program at the College of Charleston...
CHARLESTON, SC (09/02/2026)– The following students have been accepted into the University Honors Program at the College of Charleston Honors College this fall: Spencer Boyer of Fort Mill, SC. Gemma Patterson of Fort Mill, SC. Kaila Platt of Fort Mill, SC. Mary Spinner of Fort Mill, SC. The University Honors Program is
CCSD announces its immediate actions following State Inspector General report
CHARLESTON COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD) – The Charleston County School District announced on Wednesday it is moving forward with a set of immediate actions in response to the State Inspector General’s investigation into the school district’s Board of Trustees. The district will employ an independent firm to conduct an audit rel
Terrifying ring cam video shows van speeding past stopped school bus in Goose Creek
GOOSE CREEK, S.C. (WCIV) — Video of a van speeding past a stopped school bus in Goose Creek on Tuesday morning, just moments after two elementary students crossed the road, is prompting renewed warnings from the South Carolina Highway Patrol about the dangers of ignoring bus stop arms. Ring...

















