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Today's top headlines: Nationwide program feeding low-income seniors returns to South Carolina Lowcountry Food Bank to offer free meals for kids throughout the summer Next school year budget to give Berkeley Co. School District teachers pay raise 12 victims injured in attack on demonstrators in Boulder; suspect facing 16 counts of attempted murder Charleston Sheriff: Cartel members, int’l murder suspect arrested in ICE sting Charleston man arrested, charged with distributing child sexual abuse materials Ukraine and Russia agree to swap dead and wounded troops but report no progress toward ending war Longtime vacant Johns Island site could undergo $21M revitalization SC leaders kick off ‘Zero Tolerance for Litter Month’

Today's top headlines:  FBI says 8 injured in Colorado attack by man with makeshift flamethrower who yelled ‘Free Palestine’ 1 dead, 12 people shot at a house party in North Carolina, deputies say Charleston County deputies, ICE, SLED conduct targeted sting operation in Ladson Trident Medical Center to unveil new $10M neuro rehab unit this week Lowcountry mental health facility receives national recognition Atlantic hurricane season begins: Here’s what to know Federal government considering South Carolina coast for offshore drilling Visitors celebrate reopening of historic Awendaw boat landing after renovations

Today's top headlines:  Dominion Energy prepares for hurricane season in the Lowcountry Youths accused of pointing guns at driver in Georgetown County, 1 charged North Charleston community shares federal cut concerns in Clyburn’s town hall U.S. Rep. Mace comments on lawsuit filed against 3 men she labeled ‘predators’ MUSC and SC Department of Social Services clinic caters to foster children  Guidance counselor to part ways after 40 years at Lowcountry school Read more:  Edisto Island family struggles attending school over county lines, districts respond McMaster holds ceremonial signing of SC ‘revenge porn’ bill Dorchester County officials, investment partners conserve 1,600 rural acres

Today's top headlines:  North Charleston’s Ganaway-Pasley lays out priorities after election win Beaufort Police investigating shooting at apartment complex, 2 injured Rep. Wendell Gilliard involved in serious car accident on I-26 Charleston man faces charges of Medicare fraud, Ponzi schemes Ex-Summerville cop charged in deadly shooting sues police organization Trump rejects claim he’s ‘chickening out’ on tariffs just because he keeps changing rates Elon Musk is leaving the Trump administration after leading effort to slash federal government Harvard to release early photos of enslaved people to downtown Charleston museum Mount Pleasant leaders create more tree protections in zoning code update ‘Your trauma does not define you’: SC crash victims share their survivor stories      

Today's top headlines:  Voters fill 2 open seats in North Charleston City Council special election Charleston County Annual Action Plan addresses housing crisis, needs public input Lowcountry animal shelters packed as kitten season hits its stride Mobile swim lessons to be offered for youth in rural Georgetown County in June Georgetown County deputies ask for help identifying suspects in trailer theft North Charleston Police investigating strong-arm robbery, victim injured Classroom Champions: Elementary school dance teacher wants to incorporate tap dancing into curriculum Charleston County considers supporting nonprofit summer programming Do state actions concerning Columbia’s conversion therapy ban violate local rule? Dominion Energy provides grants for over 100 South Carolina-based nonprofits State officials look at harms to Charleston waterways, ecosystems CDC will stop recommending COVID-19 shots to healthy children and pregnant women, RFK Jr. says

Today's top headlines: VOTER GUIDE: Polls to open for North Charleston Special Election 8 agencies respond to early-morning Goose Creek fire Fire crews respond to apartment fire in North Charleston Crews respond to scene at storage facility in North Charleston Charleston Police investigating shooting at apartment complex, 1 person injured Police arrest man in North Charleston apartment shooting How Memorial Day is rooted in the City of Charleston’s history Summerville community recognizes Memorial Day with Tribute Memorial Wall 27 people, including 4 children, hospitalized after car plows into crowd of Liverpool soccer fans 10 shot after argument on boat in Little River, police say 3 more of the 10 inmates who escaped a New Orleans jail recaptured in Louisiana and Texas

Today's top headlines:  More than 400 fallen veterans honored with American flags on graves Lowcountry nonprofit holds annual Memorial Day ceremony Lowcountry roads packed as Memorial Day weekend comes to an end CARTA’s Beach Reach shuttle service to the beach now running through Labor Day Shooting over gas spill dispute leads to arrest in Georgetown Co., deputies say Motorcyclist killed in early-morning North Charleston crash Tourists discover skeletal remains in Colleton County, possibly from burial site SCHP pushes road safety heading into ’100 Deadliest Days’ Thousands mark 5th anniversary of George Floyd’s murder as they call for justice and decry Trump President Donald Trump says Russian leader Vladimir Putin ‘has gone absolutely CRAZY!’ Russia and Ukraine complete prisoner swap hours after Moscow launches major aerial assault  

Today's morning headlines:  Memorial Day travel expected to hit record numbers at Charleston’s airport CARTA celebrates fifth season of free Beach Reach Shuttle Service 16 alleged Lowcountry gang leaders indicted on drug trafficking, firearm charges Mt. Pleasant Police investigating fatal collision involving bicyclist, semi-truck Youth injured in early-morning Ridgeville shooting, deputies say ‘It’s just going to cause chaos’: Folly Road safety designs get community reply Berkeley County deputies to begin enforcing boat ramp law changes NOAA predicts above-normal 2025 Atlantic hurricane season  

Today's top headlines:  2 staff members of Israeli Embassy killed in shooting near Jewish museum in DC Williamsburg County deputies investigate 2 separate shootings Police release sketch of man they’re looking for in Charleston sexual assault Coroner identifies victim of deadly Charleston County shooting South Carolina death row inmate seeks to volunteer to die after friends are executed Dorchester County Coroner’s Office getting $3 million upgrade Carolina Forest wildfire reaches 100% containment How several new education laws will affect SC students, schools Moncks Corner community comments on duplex-style home ideas for Barony Street  

Today's top headlines:  Ride of Silence to highlight Charleston’s pedestrian safety problems ‘We’re not going to deal with it’: Teen curfew possible for downtown areas Johns Island animal welfare check causes call for updated ordinance Man arrested for impersonating law enforcement at deadly shooting scene Man injured during trench collapse in Dorchester County Classroom Champions: Dorchester Co. teacher wants to provide students with hands-on math activities Lowcountry school district considers next steps after $25 incentive program ends U.S. Rep. Nancy Mace pushes for voyeurism bills after saying she’s a victim ‘I survived thanks to this program’: Lowcountry cancer survivor opposing Medicaid cuts Coroner identifies body found washed ashore in Berkeley County

Today's top headlines: Summerville church nears end of rebuilding from devastating fire City leaders push new peninsula design plan ahead of coastal flood predictions Historic Red Top Park gains permanent protection status Colleton County deputies investigating fatal drive-by shooting Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office investigating man’s murder SC Highway Patrol investigating 6-car collision in Beaufort County, 1 death Dorchester County Sheriff’s Office makes 2 drug, weapon arrests in Summerville SC solicitors doubt new legislation to stop drug trafficking will work Charleston County School District passes $1.7 billion budget  Singer Dawn Richard says Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs threatened her with death after she saw him beat Cassie Trump, alongside the first lady, signs bill to make posting ‘revenge porn’ a federal crime    

Today's top headlines:  Former President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with prostate cancer Trump’s big bill advances in rare weekend vote, but conservatives demand more changes Georgetown County deputies investigating reported armed robbery Police investigating after overnight shooting kills one person in West Ashley American Airlines flight returns after experiencing issue following departure Restaurants, residents raise money to restore Sullivan’s Island Club ‘Run Charlie Run’ 5K returns to ‘The Joe’ in Charleston 2 dead after ship strikes Brooklyn Bridge, snapping masts and injuring crew members Turbulent waters may have contributed to Mexican tall ship’s crash into Brooklyn Bridge FBI investigating explosion at fertility clinic that killed suspect as act of terrorism 10 inmates escape New Orleans jail; 7 remain on the run Pope Leo XIV offers message of unity for polarized Catholic Church as pontificate officially starts Ukraine’s leader meets with US and European officials ahead of high-stakes Trump-Putin call    

Today's top headlines:  Keep North Charleston Beautiful celebrates 25 years of dedicated work SCDOT to conduct sidewalk, curb work in downtown Charleston ‘Make us better firefighters’: Charleston Fire Department pilots new shifts North Charleston lifts parking pass restrictions for high school ceremonies Governor, SC officials urge preparation now for hurricane season Kelly Services substitute accused of hitting nonverbal child with autism Officials: 19-year-old from Greenville threatened to kill Rep. Nancy Mace Police say teen was shot in self-defense in deadly Hanahan shooting Solicitor objects to calls for investigation into ‘botched’ SC execution Lowcountry intersection set to be renamed after teen’s death Dick’s Sporting Goods to buy struggling shoe chain Foot Locker for $2.4 billion    

Today's top headlines:  911 calls released from deadly U-Haul chase in Charleston County Charleston Police make 2 arrests in connection to West Ashley homicide Folly Beach residents push for more speed limit signs amidst tourism season Family demands justice amid Williamsburg County student confrontation video Berkeley County Camp Hall rail line construction continues, impacts explained Folly Beach works to revise parking ordinance following class action lawsuit Supreme Court to hear “birthright” citizenship case Lowcountry nurse highlights need for connection, access to mental health care ‘We have prevailed’: Governor praises SC Supreme Court 6-week abortion ban ruling

Today's top headlines:  Judge rules in favor of Lowcountry environmental groups on new septic systems SCDOT seeks input on Johns Island Burden Creek bridge replacement Town hall hosted for North Charleston City Council seat, residents give input Study adds up economic impact of hospitals across South Carolina What’s law, what’s paused and what’s dead after SC’s 2025 legislative session Mount Pleasant mayor opposes change that would allow new hotel 2 adults face charges in connection with stopping a Berkeley County school bus Classroom Champions: Charleston County teacher wants to start schoolwide recycling program ‘We want answers’: Parents react to limited graduation parking

Today's top headlines:  Police investigating fatal incident in Hanahan, 1 person detained Charleston Water System expanding to meet future demand Industrial metal company invests $3.7M in Charleston County growth SC State Transportation Infrastructure Bank to terminate I-526 extension funding Dorchester County upcoming year’s budget shows increases in spending Coroner identifies victim of Sunday night West Ashley shooting Parents charged after ‘large rat’ starts eating baby girl, deputies say SC lawmakers ask for investigation into alleged ‘botched’ execution of death row inmate Charleston Co. delays constituent board plan, talks academic calendar, funding Charleston County School District donates books to reading nonprofit in Africa North Charleston Police Department swears in new officers Hamas releases Israeli-American hostage in goodwill gesture toward Trump administration Medical University of South Carolina plans for ‘one-stop shop’ in emergency care

Today's top headlines:  Early voting starts for North Charleston Special election Pope Leo XIV calls for peace in Ukraine and Gaza in symbolically rich blessing on Mother’s Day Charleston Police investigate homicide at West Ashley home Pee Dee mother arrested after children left home unattended Sheriff: 1 dead, 7 hurt following overnight shooting in Florence County Hallie Hill Animal Sanctuary raises thousands for animals Attorneys working to get bond for Georgia teen being held by ICE SCDC investigates ‘suspicious’ death of inmate at Lee Correctional Institution College of Charleston hosts commencement ceremony for Class of 2025  India and Pakistan accuse each other of violating ceasefire hours after reaching deal Hamas says it will release American-Israeli hostage Edan Alexander on Monday

Today's top headlines:  Pope Leo XIV addresses cardinals in English at his first Mass ‘Dear Pope’: Lowcountry boy’s letter leads to Papal reply, and miracle, family says Grand jury indicts former Williamsburg County supervisor on 16 counts Lowcountry man arrested, charged with trafficking fentanyl, overdose death Charleston County approves first phase of $2.5 million flood mitigation project Flight program expands at Charleston Southern University; student shares input Personal property could become county-owned for Airport Connector Road project South Carolina bill would ban addition of fluoride to drinking water Plan to help SC bars, restaurants with rising insurance costs headed to governor’s desk Make-A-Wish South Carolina women’s society breaks fundraising record Charleston Animal Society celebrates South Carolina ‘no-kill’ milestone

Today's top headlines:  Rapid DNA sampling system expands at Charleston County Coroner’s Office How a Lowcountry community adjusts during grocery store closure Lowcountry food pantry tightens belt as federal cuts leave shelves bare Mayor: 2 designs ‘totally different’ for $5M Charleston affordable housing plans Deputies arrest, charge gunman in Hemingway shooting Berkeley County School Board looks to add $1.9M of special education positions Energy reform bill headed to McMaster after lawmakers agree to compromise

Today's top headlines:  James Island multi-use path nearly done for resident connectivity plan Kiawah Island Beach ordinance changes to protect wildlife, environment Community elects new Berkeley County School District board member Williamsburg County deputies make third arrest in deadly Hemingway shooting Green Pond alleged mass murderer’s jail calls to finally be released Georgetown County teacher seeks hands-on activities to enhance motor skills Chief: 19-year-old led Summerville Police on chase in ‘publicity stunt’ Accused Summerville ‘peeping Tom’ charged, police say Kiawah Island considers long-term investment in budgeting process 

Today's top headlines:  North Charleston Police respond to 2 related fatal shootings Williamsburg County deputies make arrest in Hemingway deadly shooting Charleston community calls for action after recent string of shootings Folly Beach pedestrian path nears completion, brings more safety ahead of summer ‘Tough pill to swallow’: Limestone University closing changes West Ashley student’s course North Charleston special election to cost taxpayers thousands Trump administration says it’ll pay immigrants in the US illegally $1,000 to leave the country Bill to require human trafficking training for medical professionals advances New proposal could provide relief to SC businesses hurt by roadwork delays Volvo to lay off 5% of workforce at Charleston plant

Today's top headlines:  Lowcountry educators being celebrated through first ‘Teacherfest’ Summerville no-kill shelter celebrates the ‘bark’ side of the force What to know as US prepares to require REAL ID for many air travelers North Charleston Arts Fest wraps with celebration of local talent Jury selection begins Monday after Sean Combs rejects plea deal Brazilian police arrest 2 people over alleged plot targeting Lady Gaga concert in Rio More to read:  Beached sperm whale spotted on Hilton Head Island Early morning North Charleston crash leaves one person dead Firefighters contain fire at Charleston barbeque restaurant First-ever Lowcountry youth conference promotes education, inspiration Charleston Multiple Sclerosis Walk raises $77,000+ for disease research Student loan default collection resumes after 5 years Trump threatens 100% tariff on foreign-made films Israel plans to capture all of Gaza under new plan, officials say

Today's top headlines:  Man wanted in Sullivan’s Island hit-and-run that injured 3 captured and charged Vice President Vance touts economic successes following Lowcountry plant tour Lowcountry health, fire experts urging child car safety ahead of summer heat $1.25 million grant will help restore historic Mosquito Beach on James Island  Summers Corner awaits pedestrian bridge after girl hit by car Moncks Corner man facing felony DUI charge in deadly Summerville crash Wrongful death lawsuit expected against 2 Lowcountry nursing homes Orangeburg County deputies make fifth arrest in deadly motel shooting    

Today's top headlines:  Vice President JD Vance set to visit Berkeley County manufacturing plant Tri-County leaders workshop plan to address projected growth into 2045 Alzheimer’s Association report shows how Alzheimer’s caretakers are impacted Lowcountry doctor sees rise in blood clot cases, local patient shares his story Orangeburg County deputies make two arrests in deadly motel shooting Bills to improve SC road safety move closer to governor’s desk New law helps SC students gain ‘real-world experiences’ Thursday is tax deadline day, but here’s what to know if you still need time Sea turtle nesting season starts with fresh challenges Crash involving 2 trailers shuts down lanes of I-26 in Orangeburg County Burton Fire District responds to second house fire this week

Today's top headlines:  Park project to honor rich history of Scanlonville Community in Mount Pleasant City of Folly Beach working to finalize 2026 budget amidst federal funding cuts Charleston County Council approves last phase for affordable housing program Berkeley County hiring event targeting jobseekers amidst federal layoffs Constituent boards nixed under state law, Charleston County considers next steps Three state agencies to merge into one under new SC law A state budget without earmarks could hurt some of the most vulnerable people Charleston Police arrest adult, youth in weekend violence Family demands answers after deputy-involved shooting leaves teen dead First sea turtle nest of 2025 reported on Folly Beach

Today's top headlines:  MUSC studying app to lower depression rates in Lowcountry cancer patients Lowcountry first responders report increases in mental health cases Blood donation group seeks people of color donors for community blood drive SC’s Dept. of Corrections director sworn in as U.S. Attorney for South Carolina Summerville woman charged in connection with accidental shooting of 6-year-old 18-year-old woman impaled by fence pole in Colleton County crash Coroner identifies victim in deadly box truck crash in Charleston, suspect charged Charleston Co. School Board approves first reading of 2026 budget with 8% hike ‘I can’t eat, I can’t sleep’: Mother mourns son killed in Ocean Boulevard shooting, searches for answers Conclave to elect a new pope will start on May 7 as cardinals get to know one another Holy City Catholics hold funeral mass for the pope, look to the church’s future  

Today's top headlines:  Berkeley County named 100% Fire Safe Community Multiple agencies respond to fatal shooting in downtown Charleston Charleston Police investigate several separate shootings that left 3 injured Seven injured, one dead after downtown Charleston police chase ends in crash One year after the death of two hit-and-run victims, loved ones remain in limbo ‘This is a family’: Survivors of Homicide Support Group bonds at annual picnic Murder charges filed against suspect in ramming attack on Vancouver street festival that killed 11 Francis is remembered as a ‘pope among the people’ in his funeral Mass  ‘I heard the gunshots through my window:’ 1 dead, 6 injured in shooting on North Carolina college campus

Today's top headlines:  North Charleston Walk and Roll event aims to support adults with special needs Charleston County considers more than $3 million in greenbelt projects Large crowd shows up for Congressman Jim Clyburn’s town hall in Beaufort Williamsburg County deputies make arrest in Kingstree homicide Federal money laundering charges filed in SC case with ties to Charleston County Charleston County deputies seek tips in fatal 2024 graduation party shooting Local bakeries adapt to artificial food dye changes ‘Overlooked, hidden’: Community feels rural homelessness lacks proper resources Lowcountry dolphins at risk with Trump administration funding cuts, group warns Lowcountry animal memorial garden now open to honor lost pets Walterboro city leaders restrict open carry at this weekend’s Rice Festival South Carolina lieutenant governor visits Summerville YMCA

Today's top headlines: Charleston holding open house on Lowcountry Lowline project Charleston County launches initiative to evaluate roadway pavement conditions Rep. Nancy Mace holds town hall at private community, stirring up controversy  Charleston Police arrest 2 in connection with Daniel Island armed robbery Charleston County man sentenced for 2019 murder Charleston man sentenced for distributing drugs, possessing ammunition Former Charleston fireman gets tens of thousands in payout after being ‘hazed’ New tobacco product not sold in SC, lawmakers want to create tax for future sales International students stripped of legal status in the US are piling up wins in court

Today's top headlines:  Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office reports deputy-involved shooting in Wando area Goose Creek Church, nonprofit protecting victims of human trafficking City of Charleston asks to transfer ownership of a main downtown road City of Hanahan moving forward with downtown stormwater improvement project Charleston County K-9 officer credited for helping find missing man in marsh Deputies arrest third suspect in Murrells Inlet armed robbery Here’s what’s next for SC treasurer now that senators voted to remove him Walgreens to pay up to $350 million in U.S. opioid settlement

Today's top headlines:  SC senators approve resolution to remove state treasurer from office Charleston Catholic community reacts to Pope Francis’ death ‘A slap in the face’: Family angered by sentence for ex-Charleston deputy in fatal crash Convicted Charleston church shooter wants new penalty phase trial ‘There will be justice’: Orangeburg sheriff promises arrests coming in 2 weekend killings Bank robbery suspect takes off with money; Summerville Police search underway Report: 3 North Charleston Boeing employees attacked by man who jumped fence Charleston Museum gets new audio tour for American Revolutionary War anniversary U.S. Rep. Nancy Mace posts video of Lowcountry confrontation North Charleston Police investigating man’s shooting death  

Today's top headlines:  Pope Francis, first Latin American pontiff who ministered with a charming, humble style, dies at 88 The rites and rituals following the death of a pope, his funeral and burial, explained Lawmakers to argue mixed positions on Orangeburg casino bill Closing arguments expected in trial of ex-Charleston deputy charged in crash Injuries reported in Hollywood area crash, deputies say Deputies search for missing Orangeburg man who may be in danger Orangeburg County coroner identifies victim found shot on roadside Coroner identifies man found shot to death at Orangeburg motel Crews battle 15-acre wildfire Saturday in Wando Hundreds celebrate Easter in Charleston through gospel music Hegseth had a second Signal chat where he shared details of Yemen strike, New York Times reports US senator returns from El Salvador, says Abrego Garcia case is about more than one man

Today's top headlines: 2 people killed, 6 wounded in shooting at Florida State University, police chief says Real ID deadline approaching; SCDMV talks how to be compliant before you fly Renaming of James Island intersection sparks controversy Georgetown County deputies arrest second suspect in Murrells Inlet armed robbery Deputies respond to report of military ordnance found in Ravenel neighborhood Bill would impose guardrails on SC’s license plate-reading cameras Lawsuit: Shem Creek restaurant failed to protect patron during alleged assault ‘I’m fighting an uphill battle’: Wando basketball coach reacts to dropped charges  Roper St. Francis to build new Mount Pleasant Ambulatory Health Pavilion Charleston County acquires ‘trenchless’ technology to fix stormwater pipes

Today's top headlines:  Seasonal event giving Goose Creek’s intellectually disabled community park time Seabrook Island leaders consider changes to elected official term regulations Charleston Planning Commission rejects downtown property rezoning proposal Jurors hear details of deadly crash in trial of ex-Charleston County deputy Sexual assault, kidnapping charges dropped against Mt. Pleasant basketball coach Charleston Police investigate attempted robbery incident that left 1 injured How euthanasia rates compare across Tri-County animal shelters Charleston Police to connect with high schoolers through Youth Citizen Academy Republicans propose compromise to reinstate SC’s private school voucher program California sues to stop Trump from imposing sweeping tariffs Trump joins tariff talks with Japan as US seeks deals amid trade wars

Today's top headlines:  Dorchester County 911 dispatchers reflect on years of changes, upcoming upgrades Deputies respond to report of body on James Island Barricaded person surrenders at North Charleston home Fire crew responds to fire involving recycling truck in Mount Pleasant Testimony to resume Wednesday in trial of ex-Charleston deputy charged in crash Law enforcement calls for tougher penalties for K-9 killings Town of Sullivan’s Island to vote on funding for victim advocate groups Colleton County leaders talk growth, balancing priorities in budget workshops Moncks Corner, Berkeley County work together to preserve land for historic park Charleston Co. Airport Connector Road project receives environmental approval

Here are today's headlines:  MUSC study focusing on reducing death rate for new SC moms Two-time Super Bowl Winner celebrates winning battle with head and neck cancer Charleston County Sheriff’s Office launches free Narcan stands across county  Williamsburg County Sheriff’s Office investigating homicide in Kingstree Police investigating shooting in Ladson, 2 injured Russell Laffitte, alleged Murdaugh accomplice, enters guilty plea deal Berkeley County teacher fired and suspended for alcohol at school Charleston’s Ronald McDonald House announces expansion plans, giving campaign MUSC plans to build South Carolina’s only dedicated cancer hospital  Police charge driver in fatal hit-and-run in Moncks Corner Fire crews respond to brush fire in Huger Charleston County leaders disapprove Storybook Farm Planned Development request US Senator, Secretary of Housing tour Charleston homeless shelter   

Today's top headlines:  Trial for ex-Charleston deputy involved in crash that killed 3 set to begin Deputies search for missing man last seen in Orangeburg County Georgetown County deputies search for suspects wanted for armed robbery Pedestrian killed in Sunday morning Dorchester County crash Berkeley County Coroner identifies woman killed in hit-and-run accident Officials: 1 charged after 12-hour standoff with law enforcement Summerville using drone program to boost safety at events Lowcountry Strawberry Festival ends, beekeepers shares the buzz behind berries FAA says company whose sightseeing chopper crashed, killing 6, is ceasing operations immediately Trump’s commerce secretary says new electronics tariff exemptions are temporary Rory McIlroy wins Masters playoff to complete the career Grand Slam The new spring season begins for the Summers Corner Farmers Market Edisto Island celebrates third year of ‘Paddling for Pups’ fundraiser Thousands attend Lowcountry Cajun Festival  

Today's top headlines: New future plans discussed for policing on Johns Island Annual Summer Youth Program applications open for Dorchester County students Over 100K expected to attend Beaufort Air Show this weekend ‘Reality Town’ event gives DD2 eighth graders a glimpse into the real world Mourners remember Charleston County sign language instructor, Deaf advocate Lucy Beckham High School honors student who lost their life to carbon monoxide Family of Spanish tourists, including 3 children, killed in NYC sightseeing helicopter crash Collision causes traffic light outage in Moncks Corner Goose Creek man charged in Isle of Palms robbery, kidnapping incident Charleston’s upper peninsula neighbors push against ‘after the fact’ demolitions James Island residents at odds over public service tax increase Bill would require doula care in SC be covered under Medicaid, private insurers SC State Treasurer Curtis Loftis files petition with State Supreme Court Facing the Past: Victim’s daughter reflects as SC execution looms US Postal Service seeks to hike cost of a first-class stamp to 78 cents Fisher-Price recalls more than 250,000 stroller toys for a choking hazard

Today's top headlines:  Mount Pleasant leaders working to build autism-friendly community Construction begins for 40,000-square-foot women’s medical center in Mt. Pleasant Charleston attorneys seek answers in evacuation of Dockside Condominiums Community reacts to timeline of Folly Beach stormwater management project Charleston Police make arrest after gun fired into air during argument Dorchester County deputies investigating murder in Reevesville Warrant issued for contractor who didn’t show up for Charleston County hearing Judge sentences man who enters plea in Charleston shooting case After years of resisting, SC moves toward hands-free cellphones while driving SC death row inmate set for April execution files petition for clemency Appeals court clears the way for the Trump administration to fire thousands of probationary workers Wall Street’s euphoria sends US stocks to historic gains after Trump pauses most of his tariffs What consumers need to know about tariffs imposed by the Trump Administration Trump hits back with tariffs of 125%, after China raises its tariff on US goods to 84%

Today's top headlines:  Berkeley County civilian-based safety program helping deputies manage 911 calls Charleston leaders to consider plans for new apartments near MUSC Summerville and Dorchester County Community Vision survey opens for resident input ‘It is time to think big’: Charleston mayor publicly sets 2025 goals for city City leaders take next step in building new fire training facility in West Ashley People from around the world descend on Augusta for the Masters Shem Creek shrimpers seek lifeline from tariffs: ‘All we have is a lot of hope.’ Trump disrupts global economic order as sweeping new tariffs go into full effect Supreme Court blocks order requiring Trump administration to reinstate thousands of federal workers Trump signs executive orders to boost coal, a reliable but polluting energy source  

Today's top headlines: Charleston City leaders looking to restore downtown creek in decade-old plan Dorchester County mother sentenced in 2014 child abuse case SLED: Agents rescue 160 dogs, seize drugs & guns in SC dogfighting operation Berkeley County Coroner identifies two killed in murder-suicide Judge sentences man in killing of North Charleston woman Data reveals steady increase in average total jail population in Charleston City leaders to look at plan honoring 400-year-old Johns Island Angel Oak Tree Charleston County moves to settle Ten Mile lawsuit with developer, allow builds Charleston County School District discusses annual goals for 5-year plan New hotel in the works for Charleston’s upper peninsula    

Today's top headlines:  Construction begins on new Goose Creek event space More than 35K ‘Get over it’ in Cooper River Bridge Run Lowcountry Strawberry Festival wraps up its first weekend South Carolina falls to UConn 82-59 in NCAA Championship Game Motorcycle crash kills one in Berkeley County Williamsburg County collision leaves one dead, one hospitalized Coroner identifies Orangeburg man killed while at work Summerville nonprofit breaks barriers through art at Flowertown Festival Trump says he’s not backing down on tariffs, calls them ‘medicine’ as markets reel ‘Hands Off!’ rally packs Summerville to protest against Trump’s administration

Today's top headlines:  Summerville's Flowertown festival returns; here's what to know before you go Cooper River Bridge Run participants attend Health and Wellness Expo  SC troopers search for vehicle involved in deadly Orangeburg County hit and runCoroner identifies victim in fatal double hit-and-run crash in Orangeburg CountyStorms kill 7 in the South and Midwest as forecasters warn of catastrophic rains, floods this week  Experts predict another ‘above average' hurricane season for 2025North Charleston Community Center to get massive makeover New state grant to reward teachers at Dorchester District 2 middle schoolMayor Cogswell asks for Charleston County partnership in homeless housing project Charleston RiverDogs kick off ‘comeback season' tonight

Today's top headlines:  First day of Cooper River Bridge Run Expo kicks off; thousands expected to visit  Summerville walking audit assesses student route feasibility  John F. Limehouse Memorial Bridge could soon receive bike and walk path  US ‘reciprocal' tariffs against dozens of nations draw dismay, calls for negotiations South Carolina's House passes anti-DEI bill in 82-32 vote SC Senate to consider removing state treasurer from office following $1.8B probe Charleston fire station closed a second time because of possible mold Dorchester District 2 faces delays in future school in Summerville neighborhood 

Today's top headlines:  Allergic to pollen? Charleston medical expert explains how to survive the seasonCity of Charleston hosting open houses to teach community about flood solutions Person of interest in Colleton County death investigation found Charleston Police arrest suspect in connection with West Ashley homicide Cane Bay drivers push for protected left turn signal at US 176 intersection  Lowcountry neurologist contributes to SpaceX Fram2 spaceflight mission Isle of Palms to implement shoal management plan for at-risk homes on Wild Dunes Little Goat Island donated as conservation land to preserve natural habitat Democrats' win in Wisconsin court race also is a big loss for Elon Musk

Today's top headlines:  Charleston-area Beach Reach Shuttle set to return this Memorial Day  Charleston housing waitlist to open in April  North Charleston to build its first-ever skate park  Police charge North Charleston man in attempted kidnapping incidents  Person of interest in Colleton County homicide caught in cross-state chase  Students in North Charleston mourn classmate who died in medical episode  Dorchester Legislative Delegation hears worry of possible school district merger2 Lowcountry schools selected for new AI pilot program, only 10 SC schools selected Bill would make South Carolina last state in US to criminalize ‘revenge porn'  Trump welcomes Kid Rock to White House for order targeting ticket scalpers

Today's top headlines:  City of Charleston holding annual Small Business Opportunity Exposition  MUSC Health Family Weekend kicks off ahead of Credit One Charleston Open  Polk Co. and Table Rock wildfires affecting additional counties  Crews battle fire at National Guard Armory in Moncks Corner  Colleton County deputies investigate homicide after man found dead in yard   Berkeley County crash kills pedestrian, troopers say  1 dead in Dorchester County single-vehicle collision Several people injured in Orangeburg shooting incident, deputies say  Goose Creek Police Department hosts first annual ‘Laws & Paws Walk for a Cause' Trump's promised ‘Liberation Day' of tariffs is coming. Here's what it could mean for you 

Today's top headlines:  Bill looks to accommodate a growing SC; some concerned with power price impact  Charleston County launches new initiative targeting affordable housing issueNorth Charleston set for 5-year review of comprehensive plan Water main break closes James Island road, leaves over 50 customers without water 1 killed in Hanahan train-pedestrian incident, police confirm Lowcountry warrant sweep results in arrests, enhanced public safety  SC Senate passes tort reform bill after 4 weeks of debate FAA acknowledges it must do better after deadly DC air collision City of Charleston advances operations center construction Construction underway for new condos on Daniel Island

Today's top headlines:  Firefighters battle residential structure fire in Moncks Corner  Dorchester County teacher arrested in connection to assault involving a studentHundreds across Lowcountry getting resources at the MUSC Senior Expo Charleston County to hold meet and greet for small businesses, contractors  Deveaux Bank earns extra protections, international designation St. Johns High looks to expand resources in light of student retainment concernsSC House unexpectedly delays debate on anti-DEI bill A heart-shaped note was found in socks bound for Luigi Mangione  South Carolina House votes on bill relating to a Lowcountry school district  Proposed bill could make South Carolina school board elections partisan Trump places 25% tariff on imported autos, expecting to raise $100 billion in tax revenues

Today's top headlines:  ‘Brutal and senseless': Charleston detectives seek public's help solving homicide Fire crew investigating fire at high school baseball field in West Ashley  Tax reform plan calls for dropping SC income tax below 4% next year SC Treasurer rejects calls to resign after senate finance report on $1.8B error Attorney general says South Carolinians should consider deleting 23andMe dataELECTION RESULTS: Lowcountry voters decide 3 special electionsNew overdose-fighting resource coming to Dorchester County City of Charleston Councilmembers vote to rezone part of historic neighborhoodKing Street retail spaces planned for underrepresented, disadvantaged businesses

Today's top headlines:  ELECTION DAY: Everything to know about the 3 Lowcountry special elections  Charleston County voters to turn out for special election; some locations changeMount Pleasant leaders take first look at proposed $166 million FY 2026 budget Social Security changes bring challenges for many in the Lowcountry  Berkeley County deputies arrest 2 men after pursuit with stolen vehicle  Police operation leads to arrests, citations & warnings on Daniel Island  Georgetown County Coroner identifies inmate who died in jail's custody  Federal pressure mounts in public education, raises questions in school districtEdgar Allan Poe Library's grand reopening happening on Sullivan's Island  Trump officials texted war plans to a group chat in a secure app that included a journalist