Charleston SC

Charleston, South Carolina – The Charleston Police Department reported on Thursday that Detective Melvin Magwood, a 26-year veteran, had died. In 1994, Detective Magwood began patrolling the streets of downtown Charleston for CPD. While on patrol, he educated incoming Charleston police and received countless letters...

NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – A convicted felon was arrested on 25 charges following a Sunday morning pursuit that ended with a crash and foot chase. An officer with the North Charleston Police Department was patrolling near hotels in the North Charleston area just before 12:30 a.m. when he saw a vehicle commit a...

Growing up, I believed no one could touch my grandmother’s fried chicken and collard greens. Then I moved to Charleston and found a city full of cooks who stand toe-to-toe with her legendary Sunday suppers. From Gullah-Geechee recipes passed down like prayer to whole-hog barbecue that brings tears, the...

South Carolina holds a special place in the heart of Southern cooking, where soul food isn’t just a meal—it’s a celebration of culture, history, and community. Tucked away in corners of Charleston, Columbia, and beyond are restaurants where locals gather for dishes that have been perfected over generations. These...

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Governor Henry McMaster today was joined by North Charleston Mayor Reggie Burgess, members of the General Assembly, and other local leaders for a ceremonial bill signing of H. 3333, the Tax Increment Financing Act, which allows redevelopment authorities (RDAs) at former federal military installations...

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - The Charleston community lined the streets today for the 25th annual Veterans Day Parade, celebrating the men and women who have served the country. “Those are American soldiers that have protected us over the many, many, many years,” Joseph Anthony Bailem, a U.S. Army veteran who...

Pet Helpers is launching a series of initiatives aimed at helping families and pets during the government shutdown. Recognizing that many community members are facing financial uncertainty, Pet Helpers is offering support for both animals and people. Three ways Pet Helpers is helping the community:. 1. Pet Food Bank...

CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA (October 30, 2025) — Underground Chuck’s is proud to be the newest restaurant in the Charleston area and will officially open its doors at 4 pm on November 4! Located at 2126 Henry Tecklenburg Drive and available for delivery, Underground Chuck’s pairs flavor-packed, craveable food with a...

ISLE OF PALMS, South Carolina — The Halloween spirit swept over the Isle of Palms Friday evening as families drove through the streets, many on golf carts decorated for the annual Halloween Parade. The colorful celebration drew thousands to the island, with participants displaying imaginative decorations and costumes...

In 2025, property taxes in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, are based on assessed property values determined by the Charleston County Assessor’s Office. The assessed value is typically lower than the market value, which helps moderate tax bills despite rising real estate prices. Mount Pleasant has a median property...