Body found near boat landing was South Carolina man who drowned, coroner says
A head injury was involved in the man’s death, according to South Carolina officials.
New York City-based frozen yogurt shop opens store in Point Hope community
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD)—A New York City-based frozen yogurt shop known for its trendy and fun flavors, such as Dubai Chocolate, Black Matcha, and Mango Lassi, has opened in the Point Hope Community. 16-Handles brought its signature swirls to the Lowcountry with an opening celebration on Saturday, May 31, at 654...
Police arrest man after Highway 78 pursuit in an excavator
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – A man was arrested early Sunday morning after leading law enforcement in a pursuit with an excavator. Officers with the North Charleston Police Department responded to an alarm at a business, 9418 Highway 78, where they discovered significant damage to the building. According to NCPD,...
Severe thunderstorms possible Sunday across the Lowcountry
MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (WCBD) – Storm Team 2 is tracking the possibility for some severe thunderstorms across the Lowcountry on Sunday. The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for Berkeley, Charleston, Colleton, Dorchester, Georgetown, and Williamsburg counties until 5 p.m. Forecasters say...
Highway 17 southbound shut down due to collision Saturday: MPPD
MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (WCIV) — Highway 17 southbound is shut down Saturday afternoon after a collision, according to the Mount Pleasant Police Department. The collision occurred near Anna Knapp Boulevard. The major thoroughfare's closure was originally announced around 4:40 p.m. Traffic is being directed onto Anna...
North Charleston nonprofit leads campaign for Gun Violence Awareness Month
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — June marks Gun Violence Awareness Month, symbolized by the color orange, as advocates and nonprofits nationwide strive to prevent firearm-related tragedies. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, over 48,000 Americans died from firearms in 2022. In North...
Pedestrian dies after collision on I-26, state troopers say
CHARLESTON COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD) – A pedestrian died Friday after being struck by a vehicle traveling on Interstate 26 through North Charleston, according to state troopers. A 2004 Chevrolet Trailblazer was traveling east on I-26 when the driver struck a pedestrian attempting to cross the road by the 209-mile marker....
Deputies investigating deadly train vs pedestrian collision in Ravenel
CHARLESTON COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD) )– Charleston County deputies are investigating a deadly collision between a train and a pedestrian that happened Friday night. The pedestrian was struck near the railroad crossing on Highway 162 and Railroad Avenue in Ravenel about a mile down, according to Alexis Douglas,...
Crooked cross offers clear message for June 8 show
The Holy City has no shortage of looming church crosses, but the one above St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church on Anson Street is different. For almost 34 years, the cross, which tilted to the right after being damaged by a hurricane, was too expensive to fix. But in 2023, when the parish finally had the funds for a...
Drive-thru food distribution happening Friday in North Charleston
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – A drive-thru style food distribution event will take place Friday in North Charleston. JCAN Family Ministries, the Redeemed Christian Church of God, and the southeastern chapter of the National Action Network will host the event. Families can drive up to the church, located at 109...
