Summerville USPS Contractor at center of $1M fraud, lawsuits and tragedy
SUMMERVILLE, S.C. (WCSC) - A Summerville U.S Postal Service contractor is accused of scamming employees and investors out of over $1 million for a multi-year-long scheme involving delivery route contracting for USPS and Amazon. Shakur Muhammad Johnson is at the center of multiple civil lawsuits and financial disputes...
Goose Creek man pleads guilty in North Charleston corruption case
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - A Goose Creek man faces a maximum of 20 years in federal prison in connection with the federal corruption investigation involving a North Charleston city councilmember. Hason Tatorian “Tory” Fields, 51, had pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit bribery with respect to programs receiving...
Suspect detained after deputy pursuit leads to collision, causing lane closures on I-26
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) — The eastbound lanes of I-26 near US-78 were closed briefly after a law enforcement pursuit ended in a collision nearby, according to the Charleston County Sheriff’s Office. A CCSO K9 unit spotted a vehicle on Thursday that had fled from an earlier incident the day before. The deputy...
Several DI and Cainhoy projects under review
Here are the developments before the various City of Charleston boards and committees this week, as well as results, if any, from the prior week’s items specific to Daniel Island and the Cainhoy area. More detailed agendas and results can be found at charleston-sc.gov/agendacenter. UPCOMING: TECHNICAL REVIEW...
Shem Creek shrimp docks celebrate $3.5M renovation with ribbon cutting ceremony
MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (WCIV) — The public has been invited to come out and celebrate the renovation of the Shem Creek Shrimp Docks and Processing Facility with a ribbon cutting ceremony. This renovation project, which began in June of 2024 cost $3.5 million and included the complete removal of...
Berkeley County SROs complete weeklong training ahead of new school year
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD) — School resource officers in Berkeley County spent last week taking part in an extensive training program designed to strengthen emergency response and student support strategies ahead of the 2025–2026 school year. The weeklong training, held at Berkeley High School, included hands-on...
Nancy Mace begins gubernatorial run with Myrtle Beach stop
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) — U.S. Rep. Nancy Mace launched her gubernatorial bid Wednesday with a fiery appearance at Myrtle Beach’s Veterans Cafe and Grille, taking aim at establishment politicians and policies. The three-term Congresswoman from South Carolina’s Lowcountry is among a slate of high-ranking GOP names...
Charleston County Sheriff’s Office hosts free trailer stamping event to combat thefts
CHARLESTON COUNTY, S.C. (WCIV) — As trailer thefts are on the rise, the Charleston County Sheriff’s Office wants to help residents protect their property by hosting a free trailer stamping event this weekend. It only takes a few minutes for thieves to steal an unmarked trailer, and officials...
Johns Island parents raise safety concerns ahead of new school opening
JOHNS ISLAND, S.C. (WCBD) – A brand new elementary school is set to open its doors next week on Johns Island but not everyone is celebrating. While many families are excited about the opening of Johns Island Elementary, others are raising concerns about the infrastructure surrounding the campus, especially when it...
Two people are accused in the July shooting death of a 13-year-old in North...
A heartbreaking incident shook North Charleston in July when a 13-year-old boy was shot and killed on Azalea Drive. Now, two young men have been charged in connection with his death. The police have arrested both suspects, and the investigation is ongoing. What Happened on July 19?. The incident occurred...
