Charleston officially declares Oct. 27 as ‘Bill Walsh Day’
Charleston Mayor William Cogswell declared October 27 Bill Walsh Day at City Hall to honor the chief meteorologist’s forty years of local television service.
Tuesday, October 27, 2026
213Kershaw County council blocks hate crime ordinance in first reading
Kershaw County Council members in Camden, South Carolina, voted to reject a proposed ordinance establishing penalties for hate crimes during its initial reading.
Georgetown County deputies search for missing, endangered man
Georgetown County deputies are searching for 57-year-old Christopher Todd Harms, last seen in Pawleys Island driving a gray Toyota Tacoma.
Community weighs in on 2027 budget for City of Charleston
Charleston residents shared priorities for the 2027 city budget, including bike safety funding, land conservation, and public service improvements, ahead of the draft’s November 17 release.
24-year-old deputy killed in crash with coal truck while on duty, sheriff’s office says
A 24-year-old Logan County deputy died in a collision with a coal truck in West Virginia while en route to an emergency call.
Volunteers, Lowe’s associates give former fosters new hope
Volunteers and Lowe’s employees renovated West Columbia apartments for young adults who have aged out of foster care, supported by a $100,000 grant.
February house fire sparks scrutiny of Sullivan’s Island Fire and Rescue response
Sullivan’s Island residents gathered to discuss an independent review of the local fire department’s response to a February house fire.
How the One Big Beautiful Bill Act is impacting the midterms
Candidates in the 2026 midterms debate the GOP’s One Big Beautiful Bill Act, with Republicans touting tax cuts and Democrats highlighting Medicaid reductions and benefits for the wealthy.
Columbia VA hosts annual Stand Down to support homeless veterans
The Columbia VA Health Care System held its annual Stand Down event to connect homeless veterans with health care and community resources.
Isle of Palms council pushes back on Acme Lowcountry Kitchen rezoning request
Isle of Palms city council rejected a request from Acme Lowcountry Kitchen owner Bobby Simmons to change zoning setbacks to create more parking space.
Andrews targets Graham over PAC finances
Democrat Annie Andrews accused Senator Darline Graham of accepting $1.5 million from an undisclosed pro-data center PAC in the South Carolina Senate race.
INTERVIEW: Storybook Scramble 5K returns for second year
Columbia Children’s Theatre hosts the second annual Storybook Scramble 5K on November 7 at 2030 Gregg Street in Columbia, South Carolina.
Lowcountry high school football - Week 11
WCSC lists Friday’s Lowcountry high school football games, marking the final regular-season week for 2026.
Muggsy Bogues’ No. 1 jersey to be retired by Charlotte Hornets in February
The Charlotte Hornets will retire Muggsy Bogues’ No. 1 jersey on February 11, making him the third player honored by the team.
Couple charged after 4 children removed from ‘deplorable conditions’, police say
A Middletown, Ohio couple faces child endangerment and animal cruelty charges after police removed four children from a home infested with pests and covered in feces.
Graham, Andrews make final pitches in South Carolina Senate race
Republican Darline Graham and Democrat Annie Andrews made final campaign pitches in South Carolina's U.S. Senate race, with Andrews proposing a moratorium on data center development and Graham citing her decades of public service.
Newberry County deputies assist in investigation for discovered body
Newberry County deputies are assisting SLED and Laurens County officials investigating a body found Tuesday afternoon on Broadway Lane in Waterloo, Laurens County.
Classroom Champions: North Charleston teacher seeks music tools for youngest students
A North Charleston music teacher at W-B Goodwin Elementary is running a DonorsChoose campaign to obtain smaller instruments for the school's Early Head Start students.
Shelter-in-place lifted in Nexton area, deputies locate armed man: BCSO
Berkeley County deputies took a man into custody near the Elevate at Brighton Park Apartments, ending a shelter-in-place in the Nexton area after reports of an armed, suicidal man fleeing with a rifle.
New study ties classroom success to billions in economic activity
A University of South Carolina study links improved student achievement to roughly $208 billion in additional state economic activity over 35 years if the "Drive to 75" goal is met.
Historic ship to be moved in Charleston. Plus, South Carolina colleges recognized for their beauty.
The Patriots Point Development Authority approved moving the USS Laffey destroyer to a new pier to cut dredging and pier-opening costs, alongside stories about two South Carolina colleges named among the world's most beautiful campuses.
Southern Charm star Charley Manley is a work of art at Daniel Island gallery
Charley Manley, a "Southern Charm" cast member and fashion model, works as a gallery associate and art consultant at Meyer Vogl Gallery in Daniel Island and downtown Charleston.
Mayor visits DI, asks for input on new park, e-bikes, and a toll road?
Charleston Mayor William Cogswell told roughly 100 Daniel Island residents at an Oct. 20 event that the city wants feedback on a 62-acre parcel, alongside discussing e-bike safety, traffic improvements, and a proposed toll road.
Company behind I-26 backup apologizes, says personnel action taken
Safety Compliance Solutions LLC apologized after its equipment kept two I-26 eastbound lanes closed until 7:45 a.m. on Sept. 29, and SCDOT terminated the contractor for failing to remove the closure on time.
Filmmaker Danny McBride, digital artist Beeple get real about AI and Hollywood
Danny McBride and digital artist Beeple discussed artificial intelligence and its impact on creativity during a Gibbes Museum of Art lecture at the Charleston Music Hall on October 21.
DI resident Brynne Kurland, 9, lands role in new flick
Daniel Island nine-year-old Brynne Kurland recently screened her role as the younger sister in the movie "Double Trouble" at a Mount Pleasant theater for her classmates and friends.
Island businesses invited to bring Hollywood glamour to Meals on Wheels
The Lowcountry Senior Network is hosting its 10th annual Hollywood Glam Gala on November 6 at The Cedar Room in downtown Charleston to raise funds for Meals on Wheels of Charleston.
Environmental groups lose appeal challenging Point Hope development
Environmental groups lost a federal appeal challenging a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers wetlands permit that allows Point Hope developers to fill 181.5 acres on the Cainhoy Peninsula.
1 dead, 2 hurt in shooting outside Clarendon County lounge, deputies say
Clarendon County deputies say three men were shot Saturday night outside Big Daddy's Lounge near Gable after an argument; one man died and two were treated and released.
Golf cart reported stolen on Farr Street
Charleston Police report that a mint green golf cart was stolen from a garage on Farr Street between Oct. 8 and Oct. 10.
PSHS volleyball champs excited to play another day
Philip Simmons High School's defending Class AA volleyball champions beat Saluda 3-0 on Oct. 26 and advance to face Academic Magnet in the third round of the playoffs.
Iron Horses title hopes hinge on road trip to Battery Creek
The Philip Simmons High School football team beat Timberland 51-26 on Oct. 23 to win its sixth straight game and its fifth straight Region 5-AA title, setting up a weekend matchup at Battery Creek.
Isle of Palms restaurant’s future is on the table as city weighs zoning changes
Acme Lowcountry Kitchen owners in Isle of Palms are asking city officials to approve zoning changes that would let them expand and rebuild while keeping the restaurant open.
Voters to weigh Trump’s record on 2024 campaign promises
A Gray DC report examines how voters will assess President Trump's record on 2024 campaign promises, covering the economy, immigration, taxes, gas prices and foreign conflicts.
Bishops, Hawks rivalry winner to host first-round playoff game
Bishop England High School (8-1) can beat rival Hanahan High School (8-1) on Oct. 30, with the winner earning a home first-round playoff game in Region 5-AAA football.
Man arrested after series of late-night burglaries targeting women home alone, sheriff says
Terron Lamon Banks, 25, was arrested at a Spartanburg County bus station and charged in four late-night Greenville County burglaries of women home alone.
HOT PROPERTIES: NAI Earle Furman agents find space for expanding coffee company
NAI Earle Furman agents helped an expanding coffee company find commercial space in South Carolina, per the weekly Hot Properties roundup of Palmetto State real estate deals.
Goose Creek offers residents chance to weigh in on 2027 budget
Goose Creek is hosting a "Brewing and Budget" event Wednesday at Stones Throw Brewing where Mayor Greg Habib and CFO Tyler Howanyk will discuss the city's proposed $96 million 2027 budget.
Charleston adjusts future pickleball plans after residents voice concern
Charleston reduced its plan for Parkshore Park in West Ashley to two pickleball courts without lighting, moving them farther from homes after residents raised noise concerns.
SC lands 2 colleges on list of the ‘most beautiful’ campuses in the world
House Beautiful ranked Furman University at No. 12 and the College of Charleston at No. 37 on its list of the 39 most beautiful college campuses worldwide.
Mount Pleasant neighbors say cars, fences damaged during sidewalk work near Mathis Ferry Road
Two Mount Pleasant residents say Braetr Construction damaged their vehicles and a fence during a sidewalk project near Mathis Ferry and Von Kolnitz Roads, and their reimbursement requests went unanswered.
Proposed agreement could generate $60M over 20 years for undergrounding power lines in Charleston
A proposed agreement discussed at a Charleston City Council meeting could fund about $60 million over 20 years for burying power lines, with Dominion Energy and the city each contributing $30 million to the effort.
Georgetown County crews work to contain 109-acre wildfire
Georgetown County crews contained 60% of a 109-acre wildfire near Hewitt Lane off South Island Road on Monday night after it rekindled Sunday.
Isle of Palms survey results point to ‘home’ as brand theme
Isle of Palms officials gathered 700 survey responses from residents and visitors to guide a rebrand, with "home," "family" and "connection" emerging as key themes as Blue Ridge Creative Marketing finalizes the strategy before presenting to City Council.
FIRST ALERT: Gradually warming up throughout this week
WIS reports that temperatures will climb into the 80s later this week in the Columbia area, with rain returning Sunday.
FIRST ALERT: Sunshine and 70s today; coastal flood risk through mid-week
Charleston-area forecasters expect dry, sunny weather with highs in the 70s, alongside tidal flooding risks and a 109-acre wildfire in Georgetown County.
Richland 2 families weigh in on school district’s future
Richland Two Superintendent Kim Moore held a town hall at Spring Valley High School in Columbia, inviting families to discuss school safety and student success.