CPD says part of Maybank Hwy. closed Thursday night after major accident
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – The Charleston Police Department says Maybank Hwy. at the Stono River Bridge is currently closed in both directions due to a serious motor vehicle accident as of July 9, 2026 around 11:30 p.m. The roadway is expected to be closed to motorists for several hours on Thursday night into Friday mor
New flight enclosure opens at the Center for Birds of Prey in Awendaw
AWENDAW, S.C. (WCBD) – As the nation celebrates its 250th anniversary, the Avian Conservation Center opened a fitting new building. A 120-foot enclosure is dedicated to an animal that symbolizes freedom. It is proportionate and modernized for eagles. “This is our new eagle flight enclosure, which is a component of our
Palmira’s Hector Garate takes his talents to the small screen
Hector Garate, the man behind West Ashley’s popular Palmira Barbecue, has taken the barbecue world by storm since opening his restaurant in February 2024. Marrying the flavors of his home island Puerto Rico with the smoking traditions of central Texas and Carolina whole hog, Garate’s food has an identity all its own. H
Summerville postpones vote on downtown entertainment district for second time
SUMMERVILLE, S.C. (WCIV) — A final vote on whether to create a downtown outdoor entertainment district in Summerville will have to wait. Summerville Town Council voted Thursday night to postpone a decision on the proposed Flowertown Outdoor Entertainment District, marking the second time the item has been delayed. Last
Mount Pleasant woman arrested, facing charges of ill-treatment toward animals
MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (WCIV) — A woman was arrested after authorities seized multiple animals from her property following an investigation into their condition, law enforcement confirmed to News 4. Audra McCall, 36, was taken into custody and charged with 12 counts of ill treatment of animals, according to officials....
Landowners seek to overturn approval for huge power plant in South Carolina
When the state Public Service Commission approved a large natural gas plant that utilities say is badly needed in South Carolina, the oversight agency paid little attention to how the plant would affect the state’s environment, if it is built. That’s the argument two property owners are making in asking the PSC to reco
Dead fish, lingering questions: Cane Bay residents want answers
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C. (WCSC) - Residents in the Lindera Preserve community of Cane Bay say they’re still dealing with the aftermath of a large fish kill that left neighborhood ponds filled with dead fish over the Fourth of July weekend. Days later, many of the fish have been removed...
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore bringing Democratic ‘Flip the Future’ tour to the Lowcountry
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — Maryland Gov. Wes Moore will make a stop in the Lowcountry on Monday, July 13, as part of the South Carolina Democratic Party’s “On the Road to Flip the Future” tour, bringing a nationally recognized Democratic leader to Charleston County. Moore, who...
New 911 audio captures neighbors warning of ‘full-out war’ before police were attacked in...
Callers reported armed teens, muzzle flashes, and a "full-out war" in North Charleston before police were assaulted at a Fourth of July block party.
South Carolina law mandates restaurants to identify origin of shrimp after Charleston controversy
Food servicers say the transparency brings more opportunity to local shrimpers — and most of all quality.
