The Ultimate Glow-Up: Nine Years of Cougar Night Lights
The College of Charleston (CofC) has hosted its Cougar Night Lights—a beautiful, interactive holiday light show—since 2017 in its Cistern Yard, but the show’s architects had no idea their student-focused event would become a city-wide attraction for countless people other than students. The brainchild of John...
18-year-old busted with stolen firearm in North Charleston, facing charges: NCPD
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — Following multiple 911 calls, an 18-year-old North Charleston man was arrested while in possession of an allegedly stolen firearm, according to the North Charleston Police Department. At approximately 9:46 p.m. on Friday, in the area of Gary Drive and Olympia Avenue, officers observed...
Summerville couple back home after being stranded in Jamaica during Hurricane Melissa
SUMMERVILLE, S.C. (WCBD) – What began as a dream honeymoon quickly became a fight to get home for Adam and Jordan Simmons of Summerville. The couple arrived in Montego Bay, Jamaica, in late September expecting a week of sunshine and celebration. But just days into their trip, Tropical Storm Melissa strengthened into...
Judge dismisses South Carolina Shrimpers Association complaint against Charleston-area restaurants
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – A federal judge has dismissed a complaint filed by the South Carolina Shrimpers Association that accused 40 Charleston-area restaurants of falsely advertising local wild-caught shrimp. South Carolina District Court Judge Richard Gergel dismissed the suit on Monday, accusing numerous local...
Officials race to save beloved US island from looming crisis — here’s what’s happening
There are multiple proposals. Officials race to save beloved US island from looming crisis — here's what's happening first appeared on The Cool Down .
Charleston County to hold meeting on Fort Johnson Road intersection improvements
CHARLESTON COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD) – Charleston County is expected to hold a pre-construction community meeting on Monday for the Fort Johnson Road Intersection Improvement Projects. County officials say the projects will help improve safety at two intersections on Fort Johnson Road that are known to be dangerous for...
After Nine Years in Charleston, the Darling Oyster Bar Opens Second Location in Savannah
A popular fixture of the Charleston seafood scene since 2016, the Darling Oyster Bar recently expanded with a second location in Savannah, Georgia. Located at 27 Montgomery Street, the new outpost has a similar design and menu offerings as the original. “Savannah, in many ways, already feels like home,” says...
The All-You-Can-Eat Shrimp Boil In South Carolina That Locals Guard Like Gold
If you crave seafood with soul, South Carolina’s all-you-can-eat shrimp boils are the treasure map you need. Locals whisper their favorite spots like family secrets, guarding simmering pots of shrimp, corn, and sausage as if they were gold. You’ll taste peppery steam, crack shells with new friends, and feel the...
Mount Pleasant Transportation Committee allows neighborhood to petition for speed humps
MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (WCIV) — A Mount Pleasant neighborhood is now one step closer to getting speed humps installed on a worrisome street. "We want to protect the pedestrians in the community," said David Mariner, a resident of Oaks at Marsh View. "This is about safety for the public. So, this is about doing the...
3 Charleston restaurants receive Michelin Stars, 15 chosen for inaugural ‘American South’ collection
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – Three Charleston restaurants have earned a Michelin Star, while 15 in all were chosen as part of the Michelin Guide’s inaugural American South collection announced Monday. Malagón, Vern’s, and Wild Common can now boast a Michelin Star, one of the world’s most prestigious culinary...
