Berkeley County woman charged in lottery fraud scheme
Berkeley County woman Sarah Thompson faces felony charges for allegedly selling fake lottery tickets at Charleston-area stores, defrauding customers of $15,000.
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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.
Old Village Roads Creating Safety Hazards for Mount Pleasant
Mount Pleasant's Old Village residents voice growing concerns about deteriorating roads creating dangerous conditions in the historic neighborhood.
By Trey Huger
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.