Wednesday, October 7, 2026
181South Carolina reaches new record number of infants surrendered under Daniel’s Law
South Carolina recorded 11 infant surrenders under Daniel’s Law in 2026, with the latest accepted at a Dorchester County hospital.
All westbound lanes on I-526 at Westmoreland Bridge reopen
Westbound lanes on Interstate 526 at the Westmoreland Bridge in Charleston reopened Wednesday night after a crash.
Charleston, U.S. Army Corps partner to study long-term solutions to rising flood risk
Charleston and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers are studying long-term strategies to reduce tidal and inland flooding risks across the city.
Richland County seeks public input on road safety trouble spots
Richland County officials gathered public feedback at a Columbia library meeting to improve road safety across the county.
Crash on I-526 westbound causes traffic delays, detour in Charleston area
A crash on westbound Interstate 526 in Charleston forces detours and delays as police and fire crews clear the roadway.
Pawleys Island Community Church asks judge to dismiss lawsuit, citing First Amendment
Pawleys Island Community Church filed a motion asking a judge to dismiss a lawsuit alleging it allowed a registered sex offender to volunteer near children, citing First Amendment protections.
Hurricane Hunters fly into Tropical Storm Isaias
Hurricane Hunters launched from Biloxi, Mississippi, to fly into Tropical Storm Isaias and collect data for the National Hurricane Center.
2 Midlands men charged with assault, burglary in Marion County
Marion County deputies arrested two Midlands men for breaking into a home and attacking the resident on Cribb Road in April.
Newberry County man sentenced to 30 years in prison for child abuse
Jason Sexton of Newberry County received a 30-year prison sentence after pleading guilty to sexually abusing a five-year-old child.
Traffic problems disrupt plans to bring IKEA to Greenville, documents say
Traffic concerns have stalled plans for an IKEA store at Magnolia Park in Greenville, with a city board recommending denial of the developer’s appeal.
Weather prompts game day changes for South Carolina State-Charleston Southern matchup
South Carolina State’s football game against Charleston Southern in Orangeburg has adjusted parking, shuttle, and entry rules ahead of Saturday’s kickoff due to expected rain.
Father speaks after 1-month-old’s mom accused of slamming baby’s head against the floor
Cooper Miller says his month-old daughter is improving after Kayleigh Lowe allegedly slammed the infant's head against a floor in Lincoln, Nebraska, leaving her with broken ribs and brain injuries.
St. Michael’s Church celebrates 275 years of history in downtown Charleston
Church and city leaders gathered at St. Michael’s Church in downtown Charleston on Tuesday to mark the building’s 275th anniversary.
South Carolina begins shift toward electronic vehicle titles under new DMV law
South Carolina’s DMV must launch an electronic vehicle title system by March 2027, replacing paper documents for dealers, lenders, and auctions.
Man challenges 2021 murder conviction in Lexington County murder case
A Lexington County judge denied Treveon Nelson’s request to overturn his 2023 murder conviction for the 2021 killing of Sanaa Amenhotep.
Charleston board approves removal of 25 grand trees for West Ashley housing project
Charleston’s Site Design Board approved removing 25 grand trees for a 100-unit affordable housing development on Ashley River Road in West Ashley.
84-year-old accused of creating and selling explosives from home, deputies say
Deputies arrested an 84-year-old Lake Charles man for allegedly manufacturing and selling explosives from his home near a school.
West Columbia man and woman charged after gunfire complaints
Lexington County deputies arrested Anthony Miles and Christina Anderson in West Columbia following gunfire reports, charging them with illegal firearm possession and meth distribution.
Trump uses anti-trans slur to attack Democratic US Senate candidate
President Donald Trump used a derogatory term for Democratic Senate candidate Annie Andrews in a social media post supporting Republican Darline Graham in South Carolina.
‘Writing on the wall’: New reports highlight history of red flags before toddlers found dead
New reports detail repeated calls to Ladson authorities in the month before two toddlers were found starved to death, leading to their mother’s homicide charges.
SC woman accused of taking land and $87,000 from non-verbal vulnerable adult
A 56-year-old woman in Williamsburg County faces charges for allegedly stealing $87,000 and two land parcels from a non-verbal adult with dementia.
Columbia mayor to recognize leaders at Mayor’s Ripples of Impact Award event
Columbia Mayor Daniel Rickenmann will honor community leaders at the inaugural Ripples of Impact Award ceremony on October 7.
‘No one’s above the law’: Former SC lawmaker pleads guilty to 9 fraud charges
Former South Carolina state representative Marvin Pendarvis pleaded guilty in Charleston to nine fraud charges involving over $800,000 stolen from clients.
Newly released reports detail welfare checks before deaths of Justine May's daughters
Charleston County Sheriff’s Office records show welfare checks and calls for service preceded the discovery of Justine May’s two daughters dead in Ladson.
‘We have the story’: Jenkins Youth and Family Village pushing to save Dash Hall remnant from demolition in less than a month
Jenkins Youth and Family Village is racing to relocate the historic Dash Hall remnant in Charleston before the city’s demolition deadline expires this month.
Wife reports husband after finding child sex abuse material on his electronic devices, deputies say
A Nebraska man was arrested for possessing child sexual abuse material after his wife reported finding it on his devices near Lincoln.
Mount Pleasant moves forward with Pitt Street Bridge feasibility study
Mount Pleasant approved a $318,000 feasibility study to plan repairs for the Pitt Street Bridge’s seawalls and fishing pier.
How El Niño could shape the Lowcountry’s December-to-February forecast
A developing El Niño pattern is expected to bring cooler and wetter winter weather to the Charleston area from December through February.
South Carolina college students encouraged to apply for America’s Startup competition before Oct. 8 deadline
South Carolina college students are urged to apply for the America’s Startup entrepreneurship competition by the October 8 deadline.
Ex-Charleston officer accused of engaging in sex act during welfare check
Former Charleston police officer Stephen Chavis faces misconduct charges for allegedly receiving oral sex from a resident during a James Island welfare check.
Man pleads guilty in 2023 Mount Pleasant domestic violence case
Brian Harrington received an eight-year prison sentence after pleading guilty to severely assaulting a woman in Mount Pleasant in 2023.
Charleston County jury convicts man in domestic violence case
A Charleston County jury convicted Lonnie Ray Booker of second-degree domestic violence for assaulting his ex-wife, sentencing him to three years with two suspended.
Settlement protects ACE Basin from data centers. Plus, what could Isaias’ impact be on SC?
Colleton County settled with landowners to create a data center exclusion zone protecting the ACE Basin, while Tropical Storm Isaias threatens coastal South Carolina with heavy rain.
FIRST ALERT WEATHER DAYS this weekend for tropical downpours, gusty winds from Isaias
Tropical moisture and gusty winds from Isaias will bring rain to South Carolina this weekend, prompting two First Alert Weather Days.
Chick-fil-A has no plans to add AI to its drive-thru ordering service despite other rivals doing so
Chick-fil-A CEO Andrew Cathy confirmed the company will keep human staff at drive-thrus, avoiding AI ordering systems used by competitors like McDonald’s and Wendy’s.
SLED: Williamsburg County woman accused of exploiting dementia patient out of $87k
A 56-year-old Williamsburg County woman faces charges for allegedly stealing over $87,000 and land from a dementia patient using a fake power of attorney.
Teen charged with attempted murder after couple shot on Jeffries Highway, sheriff says
A 17-year-old in Colleton County, South Carolina, faces attempted murder charges for shooting a couple on Jeffries Highway in Walterboro.
The demand for answers: Charleston Sheriff Carl Ritchie continues to dodge questions, interviews
Charleston County Sheriff Carl Ritchie has withheld information and declined interviews for over a week following the deaths of two neglected girls in Ladson.
FCC considers allowing more political robocalls before midterms, including those created with AI
The FCC is reviewing a request to relax political robocall rules, including AI-generated voices, ahead of November’s midterm elections.
Sumter County shooting leaves 2 dead, 1 injured
Sumter County deputies are investigating a shooting at a Dollar General on Race Track Road that killed two men and injured one person.
The Citadel now has guaranteed admissions agreement with Mass General Brigham University of Health Professions
The Citadel in Charleston signed a partnership with Boston’s Mass General Brigham University of Health Professions, guaranteeing qualified students admission to 13 healthcare programs.
Noteworthy events to know about at The Citadel in October 2026
The Citadel in Charleston lists October 2026 events, including MUSC Day, Parents’ Weekend, a statistics lecture, and Leadership Day.
Former Charleston officer charged after alleged on-duty sexual encounter
State police arrested former Charleston officer Stephen Chavis on misconduct charges tied to an alleged on-duty sexual encounter.
Routes, vehicles added to improve medical access in Colleton County
Palmetto Breeze Transit and Genesis Healthcare System added vehicles and routes in Colleton County to help residents reach medical appointments.
TROPICS: Tropical Storm Isaias forms; could become hurricane by Thursday
Tropical Storm Isaias formed in the Gulf and may become a hurricane, bringing rain to the Charleston Lowcountry.
Kiawah Island buys land near town hall to preserve with local conservancy group
Kiawah Island and the Conservancy of the Sea Islands bought 2.7 acres near the municipal center to prevent development and preserve public green space.
Tracking local government failures and corruption: a Townfall update
Post and Courier reporter Tony Bartelme updates readers on Townfall, a series tracking financial mismanagement and corruption in small South Carolina towns.
FIRST ALERT WEATHER: Dry until rain returns to the Midlands this weekend
WIS reports that dry, warm weather in Columbia will end this weekend as moisture from Tropical Storm Isaias brings rain and wind to the Midlands.
Manufacturing Month highlights Lowcountry job opportunities
South Carolina leaders promote manufacturing careers statewide during October, highlighting job openings and training programs across the Lowcountry.
FIRST ALERT: Pleasant & dry through Friday; tropical rain arrives this weekend
Charleston will stay dry through Friday, then tropical moisture from Tropical Storm Isaias will bring rain and flooding risks this weekend.