More details revealed about the fatal Stono River boating accident
The body of William Singleton, a 44-year-old man from James Island, has been recovered after he went missing on Johns Island on Saturday. According to the Charleston County Coroner’s Office, Singleton’s body was discovered following a multi-agency search operation. Search and Recovery. The search for Singleton began...
Charleston Harbor cleared of abandoned boats in safety and environmental push
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) — Abandoned boats have long been hidden just beneath the waters of Charleston Harbor, slowly leaking fuel, rotting and creating hazards for boaters. Now, crews are working to change that. The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources has partnered with the Wounded Nature Society to...
Sheriff’s office seeks potential victims in CSAM, voyeurism case
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — A 27-year-old North Charleston man is being held on more than $2 million bond after investigators said they found inappropriate images of young children and a woman on his phone, leading to nearly a dozen charges tied to child sexual exploitation and voyeurism. Michael Beans...
Lowcountry U.S. Army Vietnam Veteran honored with Silver Star Medal
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) — Capt. Lloyd Ray, Company D, 2nd Battalion, 5th Cavalry, a United States Army Vietnam War veteran, was awarded a Silver Star Medal, our military’s third-highest combat decoration, awarded for heroism and exceptional gallantry in action against an enemy. For Ray, recognition for service comes...
Berkeley County deputies arrest Goose Creek woman in Oxford House check forgery probe
GOOSE CREEK, S.C. (WCIV) — An investigation into forgery led to the arrest of a 63-year-old Goose Creek woman, according to the Berkeley County Sheriff's Office. On March 17, deputies with Berkeley County met with someone from the Oxford House in Goose Creek after check stubs went missing. During the investigation,...
Where in Charleston, SC might you find this?
Charleston, SC is such a cool city. Rich in history and architecture with some very old buildings that are stunning. I love when things get creative. I’ll give you a chance to guess where I was, hint below and answer at the end…. Hint: in a creative space. A...
One person arrested after drugs found during traffic stop in South Carolina
SOUTH CAROLINA — A Summerville man was arrested following an early-morning traffic stop in Summerville, according to the Dorchester County Sheriff’s Office. Authorities said 42-year-old Harold Eugene Grooms is charged with possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine. According to officials, deputies were...
1 dead in Broad Street auto-pedestrian crash
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – One person is dead following a Thursday morning auto-pedestrian crash in downtown Charleston, according to police. The crash happened around 8:30 a.m. at the intersection of King Street and Broad Street. An initial investigation into the crash found that a pedestrian was crossing Broad at...
City of Charleston considers banning e-bikes from sidewalks and shared-use paths
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — As e-bikes grow in popularity in Charleston, city leaders are moving to tighten and clarify the rules for where they can be ridden and how violations would be enforced. At a special Traffic and Transportation Committee meeting on Tuesday, officials discussed proposed changes to the...
A South Carolina facility of a major aerospace and defense manufacturer is planning to...
Textron Systems Corporation has filed a WARN notice on March 23, 2026, revealing plans to lay off 58 employees at its Goose Creek facility in Berkeley County, South Carolina. The workforce reductions are expected to occur between May 21, 2026, and August 14, 2026. Details of the Layoffs. The 58...
