Residents urged to keep pets indoors as pack of coyotes reported roaming James Island
JAMES ISLAND, S.C. (WCIV) — The Town of James Island released a coyote alert Wednesday after a pack of coyotes was reported near the DNR and Fort Johnson Estates. According to the town there were at least seven coyotes seen roaming at night, and residents are advised to bring in all pets and pet food from outside...
City of Charleston residents and leaders to discuss updates to flood mitigation projects
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — Happening Thursday afternoon, the city of Charleston’s Basin Flood Action Committee, made up of Charleston leaders and residents, will meet to analyze flood mitigation projects and provide feedback. “It's a city committee, but it was organized with the intention of being resident led to...
Dog struck by vehicle after North Charleston officers mistakenly detain wrong man
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – A service dog was injured Tuesday after North Charleston officers mistakenly detained the wrong man. Around 3:15 p.m., a father called to report that his son had an active general sessions warrant. Officers confirmed the son had an arrest warrant out from the Charleston County...
Mount Pleasant mulls stricter penalties for e-bike violations in change to ordinance
MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (WCIV) — Mount Pleasant may take another step to regulate e-bikes in the area. A change to an e-bike ordinance would allow for any person, not just those 18 and older, to face a $500 fine and or 30 days in prison for violating town laws surrounding the use of e-bikes. Additionally, the ordinance...
Kickin’ Chicken Temporarily Closes West Ashley Location for Renovations
The Kickin’ Chicken location at 1179 Sam Rittenberg Blvd. in West Ashley is temporarily closed for maintenance and repairs, according to signage posted on the restaurant website. Charleston’s Design Review Board recently approved several updates to the space, including new overhead doors, a new storefront entrance...
‘Tiger King’ co-star Bhagavan Antle gets 12-year federal prison sentence
Bhagavan "Doc" Antle's sentencing comes nearly two years after he admitted to violating the Lacey Act, which prohibits trafficking of illegally taken wildlife, fish or plants.
Cruise With Dolphins And City Views On This Charming Charleston Water Taxi Ride
Imagine your “rideshare” pulling up beside a breezy pier, salt in the air, gulls overhead, and the glimmering waters of Charleston Harbor stretching before you. Welcome to the Charleston Water Taxi — part ferry, part sightseeing tour, and all Southern charm.
Officials, SCDOT to mark completion of Ashley Phosphate Road improvement project
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — State and local officials, along with the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) are set to hold a groundbreaking ceremony to mark the completion of the Ashley Phosphate Road Safety Improvements Project in North Charleston Friday. The project will increase the safety of...
Myrtle Beach leaders huddle with Charleston, Florida officials amid curfew plans
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) — On several occasions, Myrtle Beach Mayor Brenda Bethune has stated that youth violence is a widespread issue that spreads far beyond the borders of her coastal city. “Juvenile violence is on the uptick. And it’s happening here just as it is everywhere. So we are being very proactive. We...
Berkeley County schools expanding mental health support ahead of new school year
MONCKS CORNER, S.C. (WCBD) – As students prepare to return to class this fall, Berkeley County School District is rolling out a major expansion of school-based mental health services. District officials say 42 out of 47 schools will now have a licensed clinician embedded on campus, a change they hope will transform...