Daniel Island man arrested for copper theft at Ruby Tuesday
North Charleston police arrested a Daniel Island resident for allegedly stealing copper electrical wire from a Ruby Tuesday restaurant during foot patrol.
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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.
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Waffle House offers Valentine's dinner in Lowcountry
Six Lowcountry Waffle House locations will serve candlelight dinners on Valentine's Day, offering an alternative to traditional upscale restaurant reservations.
Charleston celebrates Riley's 40-year mayoral legacy at downtown panel
Community leaders gathered Tuesday to honor former Mayor Joe Riley's four-decade tenure through stories and discussion of his memoir at downtown event.
10 Mount Pleasant officers accused of cheating on state test
Mount Pleasant Town Council received briefing on investigation involving former officers allegedly cheating on Criminal Justice Academy exam.
Charleston family launches app to control kids' screen time
Local entrepreneurs develop 'learn-to-earn' mobile application targeting growing concerns over children's digital device usage and educational outcomes.
Charleston braces for cold snap as experts warn of utility costs
Local hardware stores report rush on weatherization supplies as temperatures drop. City officials monitor utility infrastructure amid freezing concerns.
Two arrested at Marion Square ICE protest drawing hundreds
Charleston police arrested two protesters Sunday during a demonstration at Marion Square that drew hundreds opposing federal immigration enforcement.
Winter Storm Cancels 60+ Flights at Charleston Airport
Charleston International Airport sees major disruptions as winter weather from Atlanta to Northeast forces widespread flight cancellations Sunday.
Mount Pleasant fires 2 officers, 8 others quit amid cheating probe
Ten former Mount Pleasant police officers face allegations of cheating on state Criminal Justice Academy tests following internal investigation.
Burgess promises public safety gains amid affordability concerns
North Charleston mayor highlighted crime reduction and economic development in annual address while acknowledging housing affordability challenges.
Charleston braces for ice storm as state officials warn residents
State and local officials urge Charleston residents to prepare for a major ice storm headed to South Carolina, with impacts expected across the region.
Charleston preps for rare ice storm as state braces for impact
City officials urge residents to prepare for power outages and dangerous travel conditions as forecasters predict significant ice accumulation across the region.
North Charleston Council seats filled after federal probe year
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.
Charleston County adds sixth school to literacy program
Carolina Park Elementary becomes the latest CCSD school to adopt the Orton-Gillingham teaching method through the Lowcountry Literacy Project.
Burgess to outline North Charleston priorities in Thursday address
North Charleston Mayor Reggie Burgess will present his annual State of the City address Thursday, focusing on growth, economic opportunity and quality of life.
Charleston animal shelters warn of cold weather pet dangers
Local animal shelters urge Charleston pet owners to bring animals indoors as freezing temperatures threaten vulnerable pets across the Lowcountry.
MLK Day Parade Returns Monday with New Route, Road Closures
The 54th annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day Parade will march through downtown Charleston Monday morning with street closures beginning at 9 a.m.
North Charleston Launches MLK Day Events at Park Circle
City kicks off Martin Luther King Jr. holiday weekend with community luncheon, cultural programming at Park Circle Community Center Saturday.
Captain Magwood Statue Vandalized in Mount Pleasant
Mount Pleasant police investigate vandalism of memorial honoring late shrimp boat captain Wayne Magwood, whose family seeks answers after statue damaged.
Juvenile Charged in North Charleston Area Shooting
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.
Three New Goose Creek Council Members Take Office, Tekac Named Pro Tem
Melissa Enos-Sims, Corey McClary and Gayla McSwain joined Goose Creek City Council Tuesday as the Berkeley County city begins addressing growth pressures.
Johns Island Traffic Stop Yields Major Drug Bust, Deputies Say
Charleston County deputies arrested a driver after a routine traffic violation led to the discovery of drugs and firearms during a January 11 stop.
North Charleston Police Arrest Man in Fatal Elder Avenue Assault
Keith Gregory, 56, faces charges in connection with a Dec. 17 assault that left one person dead in North Charleston's residential corridor.
Charleston Man Charged with Murder in Tripe Street Shooting
Antonio Jamal Kelly, 33, was arrested in Florida on murder charges connected to a Jan. 10 fatal shooting on Tripe Street in Charleston.
Two Shot in Goose Creek; Police Launch Investigation
Goose Creek police investigate Thursday afternoon shooting on N. Pandora Drive that left two people injured, with at least one in non-critical condition.
SC prosecutors push for police shooting law changes after Hammond case
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.
West Ashley barbershop killing unsolved 10 years later
Charleston County detectives still seek tips in the Jan. 15, 2016 shooting death of Antwan Green at Marvin's Barbershop on Ashley River Road.
Driver Shot Before Clements Ferry Road Crash, Police Say
Charleston police are investigating a homicide after a driver crashed into a power pole on Clements Ferry Road Wednesday morning with a gunshot wound.
North Charleston Shooting Leaves One Injured in Northwoods Estates
Police responded to gunfire at 3:35 a.m. Wednesday near Delhi Road intersection. Victim hospitalized with non-life threatening injuries.
Florence County Man Charged with Wife's Murder After Shooting
Marty Coward, 55, faces murder charges in his wife's death and remains hospitalized after apparently shooting himself Sunday in Florence County.
McBride Pushes Developer Fees to Fix Johns Island Infrastructure
Charleston City Councilman Jim McBride proposes Municipal Improvement District that would charge new developments to fund roads and utilities on Johns Island.
Six candidates compete for North Charleston District 1 council seat
Edward Astle, Adrian DeSaussure, Greg Perry, Dwane Schalles, Libby Tisdale and Kevin Walker-Porcher vie for vacant city council position in Tuesday vote.
North Charleston Woman Shot Dead in West Ashley Vehicle
Charleston County Coroner identified Ashlyn Burkett, 28, as the victim found shot to death inside a vehicle on Tripe Street early Saturday morning.
Horry County Residents Join National Anti-ICE Protests
About a dozen demonstrators gathered at Horry County's government complex Saturday following the deadly shooting of a Minneapolis woman by an ICE officer.
West Ashley shooting leaves one dead on Tripe Street
Charleston police are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred around 12:30 a.m. Saturday on Tripe Street, marking the latest violent crime in the area.
Second arrest made in North Charleston shooting death of 4-year-old
Marcus Dupri Moon Garner Jr., 20, was arrested Friday in connection with the Dec. 16 Van Buren Street shooting that killed a 4-year-old child.
Sonic Shooting Injures One in Summerville Friday Morning
Summerville police responded to a shooting at Sonic on Dorchester Road Friday morning that left one person injured. No arrests have been made.
North Charleston Police ID Suspect in Fatal Child Shooting
Police have identified a suspect in the December shooting death of a 4-year-old on Van Buren Street that left neighbors' homes and cars damaged by gunfire.
North Charleston mother charged after child wounded in shooting
Police arrested the woman Tuesday morning after officers responded to Corona Street home following reports of juvenile gunshot victim at hospital.
Trump's Venezuela Oil Push Sparks Climate Concerns for SC Coast
President's plan to boost Venezuelan oil production raises environmental stakes for Charleston region already battling sea level rise and flooding.
McMaster seeks $1.1B to rescue stalled road projects
Governor proposes massive budget increase to counter inflation hitting infrastructure projects across South Carolina, including Charleston area.
40 Million Turn to ChatGPT for Health Advice Daily, Report Shows
OpenAI data reveals massive adoption of AI health consultations, raising questions about medical oversight and patient safety nationwide.
Mount Pleasant Pushes Forward With Coleman Boulevard Bike Lanes
Town Council approved nine additional bike lane segments on West Coleman Boulevard following completion of Shem Creek Bridge project.
Trump Signs Iran Hat as Graham Weighs Foreign Policy Impact
Sen. Lindsey Graham joined President Trump in a photo with a signed 'Make Iran Great Again' hat as demonstrations continue across Iran against the regime.
Dorchester voters pick Murphy's House District 98 replacement Tuesday
Special election fills vacant state House seat after Chris Murphy's resignation earlier this month, affecting parts of Summerville and rural Dorchester County.
Mount Pleasant eyes roundabouts for Old Village traffic woes
Town officials consider mini-roundabouts to address speeding complaints in the historic Old Village neighborhood after years of resident concerns.
Uvalde Officer Trial Highlights Police Accountability Debates
A Texas jury will decide if former school officer Adrian Gonzales failed to protect children during the 2022 Uvalde shooting that killed 21 people.
SC hit by $2 billion in disasters despite mild hurricane season
Two extreme weather events cost South Carolina at least $1 billion each in 2025, federal data shows, even as the state avoided major hurricane damage.
Sen. Graham warns Cuba 'days are numbered' after Maduro capture
South Carolina's senior senator, aboard Air Force One with President Trump, called the Venezuela operation an 'amazing achievement' and issued stark warnings to Havana.
Mount Pleasant TV elephant's hidden life revealed after 50 years
Susie Q performed at WCBD for decades before vanishing. New records show where the beloved Lowcountry elephant spent her final years.
Charleston pet owners turn to underground fences amid rising costs
Hidden pet fence installations surge 40% in Charleston area as homeowners seek cheaper alternative to traditional fencing amid rising construction costs.
North Charleston lacks historic protections despite century-old roots
While Charleston peninsula enforces strict historic guidelines, North Charleston offers minimal protection for structures dating back more than 100 years.