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Today's top headlines:  2021 North Charleston murder trial delayed by legal, logistical arguments Taco Boy dropped from lawsuit in Folly Beach crash that killed newlywed Trident United Way opens new resource center in North Charleston Deputies charge Summerville man in May Charleston County killing James Island flood-prone road to see drainage improvements in new construction ‘There’s a better way’: Lowcountry groups concerned over SNAP restrictions City of Folly Beach officially offering police officer retirement to firefighters As Cainhoy grows, Point Hope’s next development phase faces approval US Space Force Chief of Space Operations gives address at The Citadel

Today's top headlines: Charleston Police respond to reported gunshots fired at apartment complex Police arrest, charge man in Bluffton shooting discovered through welfare check Charleston deputies: Weekend motorcycle chase reached speeds above 125 mph Woman paid $15k after alleging violent assault by North Charleston Police State trooper released from hospital after being hit by suspected DUI driver on I-77 Zoning overlay moves forward in historical Ten Mile Community Charleston Co. working to amend unincorporated area firearm discharge ordinance City seeking community input on downtown Charleston zoning change for MUSC DD2 highlights assessment performance at meeting, aligns with goals for the year Charleston officials working to expand the Battery, protect it from weather New Chicago immigration operation prompts confusion as city braces for federal intervention Supreme Court lifts restrictions on LA immigration stops set after agents swept up US citizens More to know: SC health department reports 3rd case of measles in state this year Charleston County Public Library launches new Youth Library Cards  Chief justice lets Trump remove member of Federal Trade Commission for now Appeals court upholds E. Jean Carroll’s $83.3 million defamation judgment against President Trump ‘Wonderful secret’: Democrats release suggestive letter to Epstein from Trump, which he denies writing Justice Department talks about banning transgender gun owners spark fury across political spectrum

Today's top headlines:  Police seeking answers after deadly Beaufort shooting Search for suspects continues six years after James Island teen found dead State trooper released from hospital after being hit by suspected DUI driver on I-77 South Carolina health officials expand resources for Sickle Cell Awareness Month Tanger Outlets Charleston celebrates new renovations with free events Students explore potential opportunities at ‘Service Academy Day 2025’ South Korea to bring home 300 workers detained in massive Hyundai plant raid in Georgia Trump’s US Open visit sparks boos and long security lines Powerball lottery players in Missouri and Texas to split $1.8 billion jackpot Charleston high school graduate named Miss America’s Teen 2026

Today's top headlines:  Troopers investigate deadly Orangeburg County single-vehicle collision Bluffton welfare check leads to shooting investigation ‘Game changer’: Cosgrove Avenue overpass extension opens with pedestrian bridge MUSC College of Nursing launches new center with focus on behavioral health Owner proposes demo of downtown Charleston building Charleston road safety project nears end after 2024 deaths of 2 college students Palmetto Excel Center pushes to stay open amidst funding concerns Gov. McMaster seeks to ban buying candy, unhealthy drinks with SNAP benefits Gov. McMaster submits filing to intervene in SC restraining order against DOJ Kennedy tries to defend COVID-19 vaccine stance in raucous Senate hearing

Today's top headlines:  North Charleston Police accuse man of arranging 2020 murder from federal prison Police ID carjacking suspect after chase ends in crash in Summerville North Charleston Police, Sumter County deputies investigate double homicide Berkeley County community members call road project updates ‘a blessing’ New Dorchester School District 2 program working to retain bus drivers SC launches community pathway to prevent need for foster care entry MUSC breaking ground on new Nexton hospital and cancer center Charleston Co. detention center passes American Correctional Association audit City of Charleston invites public to discuss future of major one-way streets Hundreds of HHS employees call on RFK Jr. to resign

Today's top headlines:  Summerville Police investigate shooting of child outside apartment complex Berkeley County hospital expands cardiovascular services with new facility Summerville Miracle League Field to receive new addition Dorchester Co. applying for $750K grant for Dorchester Manor sidewalk project Charleston County schools expand multilingual services, adds new food pantry SC leaders ask Supreme Court to weigh in on school bathrooms law North Charleston man facing weapons charges in connection to police chase Berkeley Co. working with Lowcountry employers to launch careers at annual expo House committee releases some Justice Department files in Epstein case, but most already public Trump cannot use Alien Enemies Act to deport members of Venezuelan gang, appeals court rules Trump says he will order federal intervention in Chicago and Baltimore despite local opposition Judge rules Trump administration broke law in deploying National Guard soldiers to LA this summer

Today's top headlines:  Summerville shooting sends small child to hospital Expanded reading program closing literacy gaps in Charleston County classrooms Phones down! South Carolina’s new hands-free driving law takes effect Museum hosts Labor Day family-friendly ‘Vibes on the Yard’ community event Museum emphasizes funding and Black history amidst federal budget cuts SC lawmaker wants to ensure paid leave covers stillbirths for grieving families Volunteers help ensure a clean Folly Beach for Labor Day ‘It is slower’: Local businesses see shift after holiday weekend Berkeley County seeks input on hazard mitigation plan, focuses on flooding  

Today's top headlines:  Labor Day weekend has arrived. What to know about the holiday Tips to stay safe on Labor Day Taking a dip Labor Day weekend? Swimmers face fecal contamination at beaches along US coastline CARTA wraps up its fifth season of free Beach Reach Shuttle Service SC’s hands-free driving law now in effect Coroner identifies driver killed in attempted escape from law enforcement Man arrested in connection with Georgetown shooting More ICE resources are heading to Chicago for immigration crackdown, Noem says Chicago mayor defies Trump’s immigration crackdown plan for the city Trump suggests more US cities need National Guard but crime stats tell a different story

Today's top headlines:  18 dogs abandoned near Goose Creek intersection, $2,500 reward for information 4th person charged in January 2024 Beaufort County killing Charleston County deputies remind public of Narcan stands after overdose spike MUSC researchers studying a pill showing promise to help quit vaping Police say Minneapolis church shooter was filled with hatred and admired mass killers Charleston Waterkeeper warns of elevated bacteria ahead of Labor Day weekend Lowcountry Heat Action Plan reveals Charleston’s vulnerability to heat

Today's top headlines:  SLED charges Beaufort County man with dog fighting, ill treatment of animals Student detained after gun found on high school campus in Beaufort, deputies say Report: Man told North Charleston Police he was attacked by 3 men, shot at 2 children killed, 17 other people injured in shooting at a Minneapolis Catholic school Hundreds honor 2 children killed and 17 people wounded in shooting at a Minneapolis Catholic school What we know about the shooter who killed 2 and wounded 17 at a Minneapolis Catholic school Charleston County fails to pass hate intimidation ordinance ‘Protect a life’: Dorchester County deputies speed checking on new road West Ashley neighborhood proposal could add 700 new homes — and new headaches Dorchester County reveals first draft of its 15-year community vision plan Dorchester County, Summerville YMCA break ground on $12M sports complex

Today's top headlines:  Dorchester County launches online meetings on trail expansion ‘Light the Way for Hope’ event honors and remembers overdose victims ‘A safe place to be you’: New safe house opens for abuse victims Berkeley County to invest $15,000 in community pet microchip scanner stations Suspect charged in multiple vehicle break-ins, stolen vehicle in Dorchester Co. Spate of hoax calls about active shooters stir fear at college campuses around the US South Carolina grant funding on chopping block over ‘gender ideology’ in sex ed $4.8M renovation ends; historic Alhambra Hall to reopen in Mount Pleasant Some FEMA staff put on leave after signing letter warning of Hurricane Katrina-type failures

Today's top headlines: MUSC’s proposed ‘Innovation District’ could transform downtown Charleston ‘What you bring in also has to go out’: Dorchester Co. discusses new flood plan Officials: USC was target of ‘swatting hoax’ California man sentenced to 50 years in prison for March Summerville kidnapping Man facing 11 charges after fight, deadly chase, Berkeley County deputies say Lowcountry agencies, organizations team up to fight opioid epidemic North Charleston to build new softball field for high school team Trump says he’s firing Fed Governor Lisa Cook, opening new front in fight for central bank control Trump moves to ban flag burning despite Supreme Court ruling that Constitution allows it

Here are your morning headlines for Monday:  Charleston leaders respond to complaints about office space plans Westbound lanes of I-26 reopen after deadly overnight crash ALL CLEAR: No serious injuries, no shots fired at USC campus Youth arrested after police chase ends with crash in Georgetown County Coroner identifies victim in Moncks Corner rear-end collision 2 wanted for theft cases in Colleton, Beaufort Counties arrested after chase Several families displaced after heavy flooding damaged Summerville apartments  

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Today's top headlines:  Williamsburg County deputies arrest, charge man for May shooting in Kingstree SLED investigating death of Williamsburg County inmate at area hospital Judge removes Mace’s name from defamation lawsuit, dismisses case Man sentenced in mass shooting that killed 14-year-old girl SC trooper killed in Orangeburg Crash laid to rest in Columbia Dorchester County invests $300K in new firefighter gear to reduce cancer risk Lowcountry nonprofit launches dog safety program for children Trump calls on Federal Reserve official to resign after official accuses her of mortgage fraud

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Today's top headlines: Lowcountry vets urge pet parents to keep animals in mind during hurricane season Georgetown County Detention Center inmate dies at area hospital, deputies say North Charleston Police detain 2 in shooting that sent man to hospital Charleston Harbor Deepening Project gets final $21 million in federal funds  Charleston County begins training sessions for Voter Ambassador Program Orangeburg County becomes second in state to pass hate crime ordinance Dorchester County school launches state’s first all-girls robotics team CSU unveils newly-completed $5M dining hall renovation How Charleston schools are fighting the problem of flooding Trump urges direct talks between Putin and Zelenskyy, says war can reach endgame within weeks

Today's top headlines:  Clemson University football, basketball player arrested for DUI, police say Traffic stop leads to drug bust in Orangeburg County, officials say Deputies seeking information after St. Helena Island shooting Coroner identifies woman killed in Berkeley County crash McMaster orders SC National Guard troops to DC ‘Dangerous and irresponsible:’ South Carolina Democrats condemn SC National Guard deployment to DC SCDNR to remove 120-foot former U.S. Navy vessel from Bohicket Creek Disposable cameras making comeback in Lowcountry schools amid cellphone ban Democratic candidate for Senate Brandon Brown holds first campaign event US envoy says Putin agreed to security protections for Ukraine as part of Trump summit European leaders to join Ukraine’s Zelenskyy for White House meeting with Trump  

Today's top headlines:  Summerville man facing child sexual abuse material charges McLeod answers calls to end SC governor’s campaign after arrest video release State rests case against Charleston man accused of cousin’s death Federal court denies new trial motion for convicted Charleston church shooter North Charleston Police report dip in violent crime rates 1,000 boxes, 1 legacy: Lowcountry law enforcement event to honor late chief North Charleston leaders consider draft of 5-year review for comprehensive plan Texas Democrats set plan to end nearly 2-week walkout over Republicans’ redraw of US House maps National Guard deploys on the streets of Washington

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Today's top headlines:  Judge sentences man to 15 years for sex crimes involving a minor 2 Orangeburg County suspects face several charges following a traffic stop Environmental groups enforce heated wastewater protections for North Santee River Dangerous stretch of US Highway 17A to get safety improvements 6 soldiers who subdued Fort Stewart shooter awarded medals Charleston County schools emphasize student safety as immigration fears rise

Today's top headlines:  Dorchester District 4 launches competitive esports club at middle, high school Charleston County School District to start school fully staffed Series of renovations come to Dorchester District 4 schools for 2025-2026 year Motorcyclist killed in Berkeley County crash on College Park Road, troopers say SLED requested to investigate inmate death at Colleton County Detention Center All 5 soldiers shot at Fort Stewart expected to survive, fellow soldier in custody Trump’s broad tariffs go into effect, just as economic pain is surfacing

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Today's top headlines:  DD2 cellphone ban credited with boosting student interaction, reducing fights Berkeley County School District presents $118 million capital budget Charleston Co. School District leader breaks down updates for new school year Berkeley County deputies investigate deadly shooting in Summerville Georgetown County deputies, fire crews responding to residential fire, 1 dead Trial for 2022 double murder to begin in Georgetown County ‘We don’t want it’: Community against CofC’s plans for former YWCA Abandoned boats removed, thousands of pounds of waste cleared in Georgetown Families invited to learn about adoption, fostering at free Charleston event Democrats prevent Texas House from moving forward with Trump-backed congressional map ‘This is a war’ Texas Democrats seek refuge in New York amid gerrymandering fight Texas governor threatens to remove Democrats who left the state over Trump-backed redistricting California could slash 5 GOP US House seats to counter Texas’ move to pad Republican margin

Today's top headlines:  Colleton County students back in the classroom for first day of school Final day of tax-free weekend brings out hundreds of shoppers across SC Lowcountry Rep. Nancy Mace announces run for South Carolina Governor More to know:  Sinkhole reported on Berkeley County road, officials say Final day of tax-free weekend brings out hundreds of shoppers across SC Dorchester County deputies investigating death in Harleyville Charleston County deputies searching for missing 18-year-old Orangeburg County coroner identifies person killed in shooting Boyz to Men conference provides boys with a safe space for eighth year in a row Texas Democrats flee state to block vote on redrawn House maps sought by Trump The bodies of all 5 miners are found and identified in copper mine after collapse Here’s how the Trump tariffs may effect the economy Things to know about the Corporation for Public Broadcasting and its funding cuts

Morning, Y'all! is heading back to school with the Live 5 News This Morning crew! Today's top headlines:  ‘Dear to my heart’: Georgetown native starts first full year as district’s superintendent Williamsburg County School Board continues first search for Superintendent Georgetown County leaders abandon potential surf fishing ban New year brings vape-free policy, safety reforms to Georgetown County schools More: School’s back in—on a Friday? Georgetown County students head back to class Hemingway Elementary students receiving new laptops for the upcoming school year Lowcountry businesses sued for hiring man accused of killing employee with machete ‘Prepare for the worst’: Tri-County agencies practice active shooter training Federal funding brings Fiber Internet to 1,000 on Edisto Island SC industrial hemp growers face problems with processing Charleston stormwater billing system changes next year

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Today's top headlines:  Berkeley Chamber to hold listening sessions to address new business challenges James Island man sentenced to prison after pleading guilty to assault, stalking Man sentenced to prison for leaving scene after deadly I-26 crash in 2021 ‘Wrongfully arrested’ Charleston County man gets $75K state payout Charleston Police cruiser hit by car; I-26 westbound reopens CofC police officer needs a kidney after losing both of his to cancer Teachers’ Supply Closet hosts grand opening for new North Charleston location St. Stephen to receive another $500K to restore contaminated sites Proposed Mount Pleasant development could add shops, restaurants near busy road

Today's top headlines:  Charleston schools address past bus safety failures with new app, staff changes Charleston Police ask for clues in West Ashley double shooting 2 brothers face more drug charges in Orangeburg County after arrest last month Man identified as Murdaugh drug dealer sentenced after guilty pleas Berkeley County School District to offer free meals for students at 32 schools Dorchester School District 2, superintendent discusses upcoming school year goals SC expert advocates for plans to prevent concussions as school year approaches Dorchester County leaders investing over $400K for opioid abatement resources Women volunteers build home for Charleston-area mother Gunman kills 4, including police officer, in shooting at New York City office tower

Today's top headlines:  Number of tick-related illnesses in Lowcountry are highest in SC, experts warn Troopers investigate deadly single-vehicle crash near Summerville 1 dies in head-on crash involving ambulance in Dorchester County Several fire crews battle a Johns Island structure fire Authorities seek to file terrorism and assault charges against suspect in Walmart knife attack Rep. Ralph Norman enters 2026 race for SC governor ‘Banned Together’ documentary features three Beaufort County students Hundreds participate in Charleston Sprint Triathlon Series 21st annual Sweetgrass Festival teaches traditions, fosters culture US-EU deal sets a 15% tariff on most goods and averts the threat of a trade war with a global shock

Today's top headlines:  Charleston Police shoot, kill suspect’s dog while arresting man in West Ashley North Charleston officer involved in videotaped Circle K interaction demoted Dorchester County $1M grant expanding water services to North Charleston homes South Carolina jobs to be filled by heroes for National Hire a Veteran Day Judge approves $944k settlement against Lowcountry aluminum plant ‘Unthinkable’: 12-year-old dies after contracting brain-eating amoeba in lake, family says Charleston County School District identifies 14 schools for need based investment Some Charleston County School District schools requiring clear backpacks

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Today's top headlines: Medical device manufacturer to hire nearly 100 at North Charleston job fair SCHP: Fatal multi-vehicle collision shut down portion of I-95 in Colleton County SCDNR arrests man in connection with abandoned vessel in Bohicket Creek New 120-home and golf course development could be built on Johns Island ‘A long time coming’: Superintendent search begins in Williamsburg County New school year starts with student cellphone ban in effect across SC Charleston County leaders approve millions in funds towards rural road projects Angel Oak Park project nationally recognized for preservation efforts Nursing a new future: University of SC opening path for nurses with disabilities House ending session early as Republicans clash over Epstein vote Trump announces trade deal with Japan that lowers threatened tariff to 15%

Today's top headlines:  Charleston County to move forward with iconic East Bay Street sidewalk project Isle of Palms considers study to improve traffic on island and connector Norfolk Southern to close North Charleston rail crossing for maintenance Another $200M to pay for bridge fixes across South Carolina No arrests confirmed in North Charleston triple shooting Police arrest 5 in North Charleston hotel, motel sweep ‘This is uncalled for’: Service dog hit by vehicle after police encounter MUSC Hollings Cancer Center to expand key programs with $100K grant Kingstree considers updated youth curfew following multiple violent crimes Lincolnville community hears from Graham seat race candidates in senatorial forum 

Today's top headlines:  Nonprofit tackles summer literacy slide with volunteer tutors in Charleston Beaufort County driver killed when car strikes tree in early-morning crash 1 dead, 2 hurt in 4-vehicle I-95 crash in Dorchester County One dead after late night Beaufort County shooting Police investigating deadly North Charleston shooting Lowcountry group hosts autism awareness, advocacy event at Charleston library RELATED:  Trump threatens to hold up stadium deal if Washington Commanders don’t switch back to Redskins

Today's top headlines:  Clinic to release diabetes study and statistics for Tri-County area A lifesaving gift: North Charleston Police officer gives thanks to unexpected hero Proposed $113k grant to fund mental health sessions for Charleston Co. jail staff Dorchester County officials break ground on new EMS facility Former Berkeley County superintendent gets thousands from state after lawsuit Court filing targets Mace, alleged sexual assault victim in legal battle Orangeburg residents share input in SCDOT I-26 widening project Kentucky governor offers road map for how Democrats win in SC House gives final approval to Trump’s $9 billion cut to public broadcasting and foreign aid Trump mired in Epstein controversy as Wall Street Journal reports on 2003 letter Trump administration hands over nation’s Medicaid enrollee data, including addresses, to ICE Trump diagnosed with vein condition after noticing swelling in legs

Today's top headlines:  Community cleanup set to kick off downtown Charleston Lowline Park Project North Charleston Police officer on leave after youth detained at gas station Berkeley County inmate charged after attack on detention deputy caught on video Colleton County inmate recaptured after assaulting corrections officer, escaped North Charleston woman indicted in tax fraud investigation Eagle Creek residents see update in Dorchester Co. flood risk management study SC schools can hire noncertified teachers under new law City of Charleston approves design, engineering budget for 2 new rec centers Senate passes $9 billion in spending cuts to public broadcasting, foreign aid requested by Trump

Today's top headlines:  Nonprofit to provide utility bill assistance to low-income Tri-County residents 2 teens charged in Dorchester County shooting at grocery store Man died trying to save swimmers in distress off Pawleys Island, police say Charleston County considers location for new landfill Charleston Lowline project progresses with phase one, construction approval City of Charleston leaders aiming to restore downtown creek, relieve flooding ‘Double-edged sword’: Dorchester County raises EMS service fee USDA issues official warning against Beaufort County facility in monkey deaths South Carolina governor’s race promises crowded primary The tariff-driven inflation that economists feared begins to emerge

Today's top headlines:  SLED investigating officer-involved shooting at North Charleston Walmart Fire crews respond to structure fire in Goose Creek Man, 18, says he was shot near Georgetown County convenience store Man arrested, charged after victim robbed behind gas station in North Charleston Supreme Court allows Trump to lay off nearly 1,400 Education Department employees North Charleston Police investigating after woman shot at while driving Families form forever bond after woman clinging to tree rescued during Texas flooding Flames tear through assisted-living facility in Massachusetts, killing 9 and trapping residents Environmental group, residents share concerns for potential Awendaw home build Charleston International Airport breaks ground on $100 million expansion Dorchester County holding public meeting on major road-widening project City of Charleston plans for new pedestrian bridge on Daniel Island Trump threatens Russia with tariffs if war on Ukraine isn’t resolved within 50 days Tomato prices could jump this week amid tariff turmoil

Here are your Monday morning headlines:  Berkeley County hospital to open new expanded emergency room Deputies arrest Pawleys Island man accused of firing gun, fleeing from them Crews recover body from water off Pawleys Island Georgetown County convenience store shooting hospitalizes 2 people SC lieutenant governor to make ‘major announcement’ in Upstate Lawsuit against SC senator running for governor claims $2 million fraud Sen. Graham hosts Israel briefing, pushes to give them more defensive weapons This Day in History: July 14, 1822: Vesey plans rebellion      

Today's top headlines:  Hundreds pedal across South Carolina to end Alzheimer’s disease Potential illegal oil dumping in North Charleston sparks resident concern Free EMS training now offered to under-resourced agencies across SC Passage of One Big Beautiful Bill threatens rural health care Central Berkeley Fire crews respond to house fire caused by lightning Andrews mobile home community without water after owner owes $150K worth of bills SC leaders hope failed, multi-billion-dollar nuclear project could get new life Mourning begins in Texas where more than 170 are still missing from flash floods Texas officials are trying to figure out who’s really missing from the floods State Department tells staffers that layoff notices are coming soon Freed from ICE detention, Mahmoud Khalil files $20 million claim against Trump administration  

Today's top headlines:  Lowcountry organizations to build oyster reefs to protect Tri-County waterways Kingstree company announces $3 million expansion plan Nonprofit raises income limit for affordable housing in Georgetown County Dog injured after North Charleston Police stop man they believed was wanted 911 call details Berkeley Co. jet ski rescue, grandma allegedly changed story Health department confirms 1st SC measles case of the year Charleston County leaders discuss new ideas for transportation sales tax Citing crime report, atty. general calls for ban of cell phones in SC prisons Trump tariffs goods from Brazil at 50% as he sends out tariff letters to more countries Harrowing stories of rescue emerge from Texas floods as crews search for over 160 reported missing

Today's top headlines:  North Charleston nonprofit boosts literacy, family engagement with resource fair New center providing life-saving resources, training opens in Goose Creek Shem Creek bike lane project wrapping up after 9 years 4 indicted in Charleston-area sex trafficking case; Search on for more victims 2 arrested after Beaufort County deputies seize drugs, guns in home searches Troopers investigate fatal crash in Orangeburg County SC health department launches mobile health clinics across state Myrtle Beach man featured in ‘Tiger King’ sentenced to 1 year in federal prison Texas governor says more than 160 people are still missing after deadly floods Texas inspectors approved Camp Mystic’s disaster plan 2 days before deadly flood, records show

Today's top headlines:  Charleston County advances new Highway 41 plan amid pushback from Mount Pleasant New report puts dollar figure on impact of infrastructure spending in SC Man arrested in connection with shooting that injured woman in Georgetown County Man arrested in connection with fatal shooting in Andrews, 1 dead Death toll from catastrophic flooding in Texas over July Fourth weekend surpasses 100 Coast Guard rescue swimmer credited with evacuating 169 people during Texas floods Annexation and zoning requested for 180-unit apartment development in Summerville Charleston Water System warns of rate hikes for customers ‘Just pay the bill’: Customers ask for reimbursement for contaminated gas Berkeley Co. School District discusses new student mental health support center Epstein ‘client list’ doesn’t exist, Justice Department says, walking back theory Bondi had promoted

Today's top headlines:  Death toll in central Texas flash floods rises to 82 as sheriff says 10 campers remain missing A young Alabama student, a grandparent and a camp director among those killed in Texas floods Bicyclist killed in Beaufort County hit-and-run One dead after Beaufort County pedestrian crash Community Resource Center builds community through Charleston County field trips Bond granted to man facing 35 charges in Charleston reckless driving case Costco recalls nearly a dozen products, urges customers to stop using them New details emerge on Gaza ceasefire proposal as Netanyahu heads to the White House Musk said he’s forming a new political party after split with Trump over tax cuts law

Today's top headlines:  Here are a few options to celebrate the Fourth of July in the Lowcountry ‘We were at a tipping point’: How businesses prepare for new liquor liability law Restaurant owners fight back against ShrimpGate claims How vacancies compare across Lowcountry law enforcement agencies Charleston man charged with shoplifting, accused of impersonating an officer Canceled Folly Beach fireworks leave some searching for new plans House gives final approval to Trump’s big tax bill and sends it to him to sign Trump kicks off a yearlong celebration of America’s 250th anniversary with event in Iowa Trump wants to celebrate 250 years of independence with UFC fight at White House

Today's top headlines:  Suspect at large after Colleton and Dorchester County deputies, K-9s search area Charleston Fire Department urges public to check firework rules ahead of holiday Tariffs disrupt fireworks industry, threaten supply for New Year’s Eve ‘We deserve better’: Kingstree residents protest against gun violence 32 unidentified bodies remain in Charleston County Coroner identifies victim of fatal traffic incident in Berkeley County Dorchester County coroner identifies child who died in drowning incident ‘Trust the dog’: Lowcountry K9 investigators find hidden electronic evidence Man arrested in connection with bank robbery in West Ashley, police say SC shrimpers group names 25 restaurants accused of ‘shrimp fraud’

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