Saturday, August 29, 2026
85First-ever Japanese festival draws massive crowds to Summerville
Organizer Alex Wray hosted the Lowcountry's first Japanese Festival in a Summerville park this weekend, featuring cultural performances, activities and local food.
2 pedestrians hospitalized after hit-and-run collision on Meeting Street Road; lanes reopened
Two pedestrians were hospitalized after being struck in a hit-and-run collision Saturday night on Meeting Street Road between Greenleaf and Milford Streets, and the road has since reopened.
The Citadel Stumbles in Season Opener, Drops SoCon Clash at Wofford, 42-14
The Citadel lost 42-14 to Wofford Saturday at Gibbs Stadium in Spartanburg, South Carolina, in the Bulldogs' 2026 season opener.
Hanahan alum Shaw rushes for 3 TDs as South Carolina State dismantles Savannah State 87-0
South Carolina State defeated Savannah State 87-0 Saturday in ORANGEBURG, SC, with Josh Shaw running for three touchdowns and Keely Watson throwing three more.
RiverDogs Drop Eleven-Inning Thriller to Fireflies
The Charleston RiverDogs lost 6-5 to the Columbia Fireflies in an eleven-inning game Saturday at Segra Park, dropping their series matchup.
‘Heartbreaking:’ Community reacts after death of Columbia Police officer Chris DeLong
Columbia Police Officer Chris DeLong, 29, was killed in a shooting in Columbia, prompting condolences from Midlands law enforcement agencies and the Columbia Firefighters Association.
Harris’ clutch RBI double puts Braves past Rockies for 6th straight win
Michael Harris II's eighth-inning double led the Atlanta Braves to a 2-1 victory over the Colorado Rockies Saturday at Atlanta, giving the Braves their sixth consecutive win.
Man drowns in Edisto River in Colleton County
A 39-year-old man drowned in the Edisto River near Cannon Road in Colleton County on Aug. 27, and no foul play is suspected.
Deadly three-vehicle crash under investigation in Horry County
A Mazda driver died Friday evening in a three-vehicle crash on Middle Ridge Avenue in Horry County, where a Ford crossed into opposing traffic and struck the other two vehicles.
5-year-old dies at hospital after being found not breathing at mobile home park, sheriff says
A 5-year-old died at a Mississippi hospital after deputies found the child not breathing Saturday at the Alpine Mobile Home Park in Rankin County.
Midlands man federally sentenced to 20 Years in drug trafficking conviction
William Larry Javis Jr., 46, was sentenced to 20 years in federal prison for drug trafficking in the Columbia and Lexington County areas.
Man dies after being attacked by multiple dogs
A man was killed Thursday night in Washington Park, Illinois, when a pack of stray dogs attacked him while he was taking a smoke break at a rental property.
Assistant principal arrested, accused of inappropriately touching 16-year-old student
Steven Barton, an assistant principal at Aiken New Tech High School in Cincinnati, was arrested and charged with sexual battery of a 16-year-old student.
Ex-cop allegedly punched detainee in face, slammed them into brick wall
A former Orangeburg public safety officer, Christopher James Tyler, 35, is charged with second-degree assault and battery after allegedly punching a handcuffed detainee and slamming their head against a brick wall on July 25.
‘This is my dad’s house’: Daughter says caregiver took deed to her father’s home weeks before his death
A Conway woman’s daughter says her father’s caregiver transferred the deed to his home to herself before his death, and the daughter is challenging the transfer while fighting dismissed criminal charges.
2 dead after tractor-trailer runs into tree in Clarendon County
A tractor-trailer veered off I-95 southbound in Clarendon County, crossed the median and northbound lanes, and struck a tree Friday, killing the driver and passenger.
FIRST ALERT: Slightly below normal temperatures continue through the end of the weekend
WIS reports that the Midlands will see slightly below-normal temperatures and lingering showers through Sunday before a warm-up brings the mid-90s and possible 100-degree heat next week.
Columbia fashion show turns grief into purpose while raising awareness about gun, domestic violence
Strut Talk Runway Therapy's nonprofit will hold its eighth annual gun and domestic violence fashion fundraiser Sunday evening at the Columbia Museum of Art to raise money for grief and trauma support programs.
Charleston, West Ashley scheduled for aerial mosquito spraying Sunday morning
Charleston and West Ashley will have aerial mosquito spraying Sunday morning from 6:15 to 8:15 a.m., with a backup window Sept. 6, after positive West Nile virus cases were reported.
More than 114K car seats recalled for safety concerns. Here’s what you should know
Britax is recalling more than 114,000 car seats after complaints that a screw can loosen and detach the handle, with a repair kit and reimbursement process underway.
Driver facing homicide charge after speeding over 120 mph seconds before fatal crash: police
Hunter Cooper, 21, faces reckless homicide charges in an April Wells County, Indiana crash that killed 19-year-old Gavyn Orlando after his BMW reportedly reached 124 mph.
Walmart to pay $50 million to settle claims that it filled illegal opioid prescriptions
Walmart will pay $50 million to settle Justice Department claims that its pharmacies filled illegal opioid prescriptions from 2013 onward, and it will work with the DEA on new monitoring and reporting measures.
More than 160 missing children recovered in statewide operation, authorities announce
Florida authorities recovered 163 missing children during a five-day statewide operation, with the Tampa Bay region accounting for 46 of the recoveries and multiple arrests made.
FIRST ALERT: More Rain Chances This Weekend
WCSC reports that showers and thunderstorms are expected across the Lowcountry this weekend, with the heaviest rain and possible minor flooding concentrated east of I-95.
2 charged after 4 children found in back of U-Haul box truck
Two people were charged with child endangerment in Illinois after deputies found four children, two dogs and two adults trapped in a U-Haul truck during a Thursday traffic stop in Pontiac.
Dolly Parton’s family shares stories about her strong ties to the SC town they call home
Relatives and residents of Lockhart, South Carolina, shared memories of Dolly Parton and her family's ties to the town after her death on Aug. 25.
Man posing as NFL player accused of stealing $1.3 million from dozens of women in 4 states
Two men, one posing as an NFL player, face wire fraud charges for allegedly scamming 26 women out of more than $1.3 million across four western states.
RiverDogs Drop Second Straight in 3-2 Pitcher’s Duel with Fireflies
The Charleston RiverDogs lost 3-2 to the Columbia Fireflies at Segra Park on Friday, falling behind 3-1 in their five-game series.
Ja Morant returns to Crestwood High School for community celebration
NBA player Ja Morant visited Crestwood High School in Sumter, South Carolina, for a community celebration featuring a tailgate party, a $50,000 donation to the basketball programs, and scholarship opportunities.