Politics & Government Reporter
Caroline Beaumont spent eight years covering the South Carolina statehouse before joining Charleston Sentinel. Her investigative work on municipal contracts and campaign finance has earned recognition from the South Carolina Press Association. She holds a journalism degree from the University of South Carolina and completed a Knight Fellowship in local news innovation. When not chasing public records requests, she volunteers with the League of Women Voters of Charleston County.
Charleston's podcasting community has emerged as a vibrant platform for sharing stories about Lowcountry life, with local creators producing shows that explore everything from the city's deep history...
Charleston's Commission on History is pushing city council to hire an official city archaeologist following months of controversy over a proposed College of Charleston dormitory at a site believed to ...
A Charleston resident is urging city officials to revive a long-dormant commission to oversee Marion Square after a Robert E. Lee Memorial Highway marker appeared in the park with little public notice...
The FBI has arrested one person in connection with an ongoing investigation in the West Ashley neighborhood, officials said Wednesday. According to information from the FBI Columbia Field Office, the ...
Community leaders gathered Tuesday to honor former Mayor Joe Riley's four-decade tenure through stories and discussion of his memoir at downtown event.
Mount Pleasant Town Council received briefing on investigation involving former officers allegedly cheating on Criminal Justice Academy exam.
Local entrepreneurs develop 'learn-to-earn' mobile application targeting growing concerns over children's digital device usage and educational outcomes.
Local hardware stores report rush on weatherization supplies as temperatures drop. City officials monitor utility infrastructure amid freezing concerns.
Charleston police arrested two protesters Sunday during a demonstration at Marion Square that drew hundreds opposing federal immigration enforcement.
Charleston International Airport sees major disruptions as winter weather from Atlanta to Northeast forces widespread flight cancellations Sunday.
Ten former Mount Pleasant police officers face allegations of cheating on state Criminal Justice Academy tests following internal investigation.
North Charleston mayor highlighted crime reduction and economic development in annual address while acknowledging housing affordability challenges.
State and local officials urge Charleston residents to prepare for a major ice storm headed to South Carolina, with impacts expected across the region.
City officials urge residents to prepare for power outages and dangerous travel conditions as forecasters predict significant ice accumulation across the region.
Mayor Reggie Burgess delivered his State of the City address as North Charleston City Council operates with a full roster for the first time in over a year.
Carolina Park Elementary becomes the latest CCSD school to adopt the Orton-Gillingham teaching method through the Lowcountry Literacy Project.
North Charleston Mayor Reggie Burgess will present his annual State of the City address Thursday, focusing on growth, economic opportunity and quality of life.
Local animal shelters urge Charleston pet owners to bring animals indoors as freezing temperatures threaten vulnerable pets across the Lowcountry.
The 54th annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day Parade will march through downtown Charleston Monday morning with street closures beginning at 9 a.m.
City kicks off Martin Luther King Jr. holiday weekend with community luncheon, cultural programming at Park Circle Community Center Saturday.
Mount Pleasant police investigate vandalism of memorial honoring late shrimp boat captain Wayne Magwood, whose family seeks answers after statue damaged.
A juvenile faces charges after a woman was shot at a Goose Creek residence Thursday afternoon, marking another gun violence incident in the Charleston region.
Melissa Enos-Sims, Corey McClary and Gayla McSwain joined Goose Creek City Council Tuesday as the Berkeley County city begins addressing growth pressures.
Charleston County deputies arrested a driver after a routine traffic violation led to the discovery of drugs and firearms during a January 11 stop.
Keith Gregory, 56, faces charges in connection with a Dec. 17 assault that left one person dead in North Charleston's residential corridor.
Antonio Jamal Kelly, 33, was arrested in Florida on murder charges connected to a Jan. 10 fatal shooting on Tripe Street in Charleston.
Goose Creek police investigate Thursday afternoon shooting on N. Pandora Drive that left two people injured, with at least one in non-critical condition.
State prosecutors want new limits on police use of force following the 2015 shooting death of Zachery Hammond by a Seneca officer during a drug sting operation.
Charleston County detectives still seek tips in the Jan. 15, 2016 shooting death of Antwan Green at Marvin's Barbershop on Ashley River Road.
Charleston police are investigating a homicide after a driver crashed into a power pole on Clements Ferry Road Wednesday morning with a gunshot wound.
Police responded to gunfire at 3:35 a.m. Wednesday near Delhi Road intersection. Victim hospitalized with non-life threatening injuries.
Marty Coward, 55, faces murder charges in his wife's death and remains hospitalized after apparently shooting himself Sunday in Florence County.
Charleston City Councilman Jim McBride proposes Municipal Improvement District that would charge new developments to fund roads and utilities on Johns Island.
Edward Astle, Adrian DeSaussure, Greg Perry, Dwane Schalles, Libby Tisdale and Kevin Walker-Porcher vie for vacant city council position in Tuesday vote.
Charleston County Coroner identified Ashlyn Burkett, 28, as the victim found shot to death inside a vehicle on Tripe Street early Saturday morning.
About a dozen demonstrators gathered at Horry County's government complex Saturday following the deadly shooting of a Minneapolis woman by an ICE officer.