Friday, October 30, 2026
206Battery defeat Rhode Island in thrilling quarterfinals after victorious penalty shootout
Charleston Battery advanced past Rhode Island FC in the USL Championship playoffs at Patriots Point by winning a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw.
STINGRAYS OFFENSE OVERPOWERS SAVANNAH IN 7-3 WIN
The South Carolina Stingrays beat the Savannah Ghost Pirates 7-3 at the North Charleston Coliseum, extending their unbeaten start to five games.
AJ Dybantsa sharp in his home debut as the Wizards smother Charlotte 95-79
The Washington Wizards beat the Charlotte Hornets 95-79 in Washington, with rookie AJ Dybantsa scoring 17 points in his home debut.
FIRST ALERT: Windier for Halloween Weekend; trending drier into next week
WCSC reports breezy, dry conditions for Charleston’s Halloween weekend, with minor tidal flooding and elevated fire risk from forest burns.
Fort Jackson appoints new Commander
Brig. Gen. Jeremy Wilson took command of Fort Jackson in Columbia, South Carolina, during a ceremony led by Lt. Gen. Johnny Davis.
Heathwood Hall alums to run for a friend at the NYC marathon
Former Heathwood Hall Episcopal School classmates in Columbia, South Carolina, will run the New York City marathon to raise money for a friend diagnosed with prostate cancer.
Kyle Chrisley pleads guilty to charges stemming from 2025 arrest, reports say
Kyle Chrisley pleaded guilty to resisting arrest in South Carolina, with other charges dismissed after his December 2025 arrest for punching police officers.
Stingrays score season-high seven goals to stay unbeaten with win over Savannah
The South Carolina Stingrays defeated the Savannah Ghost Pirates 7-3 at the North Charleston Coliseum, extending their winning streak to five games.
Friday Night Rivals: Week 11 highlights and scores
News 4 reported Week 11 high school football scores from the Charleston area, including victories for Summerville, Northwood, Baptist Hill, Bishop England, and others.
Georgetown County voters to decide 1% sales tax again after 2024 loss
Georgetown County voters are deciding on a 1% sales tax proposal, previously rejected in 2024, which officials say would fund property tax reductions.
Prisma Health hosts reverse trick-or-treat parade
Prisma Health Children’s Hospital-Midlands in Columbia hosted a reverse trick-or-treat parade, delivering Halloween treats to young patients in their rooms.
South Carolina early voting tops 800,000, sets pace for midterm record
South Carolina’s early voting has surpassed 830,000 ballots, doubling 2022 midterm turnout, with Greenville, Charleston, and Richland counties leading participation.
Lee County 5-year-old missing, deputies say
Lee County deputies are searching for 5-year-old Kaidence Clyburn, last seen near Spring Hill Road in South Carolina.
NRA endorses Sen. Darline Graham
The NRA Political Victory Fund endorsed Darline Graham in South Carolina’s U.S. Senate race, citing her support for Second Amendment rights.
S.C. bans SNAP purchases of sugary drinks, candy
Starting November 1, South Carolina SNAP recipients cannot use benefits to buy candy, soda, and other sweetened beverages.
"She did open doors": Reflecting on the legacy of Henrie Monteith Treadwell
Henrie Monteith Treadwell, the last surviving member of the trio who integrated the University of South Carolina in 1963, died Tuesday at age 80.
US Army practices digging mass battlefield graves
US Army soldiers in North Carolina tested procedures for digging mass battlefield graves, a practice not used since the Korean War.
Neighbors say 'roads suck' in Mount Pleasant as town officials seek public input
Mount Pleasant officials are asking residents to share feedback on a road safety plan addressing local driving concerns.
Father's attorney seeks answers more than a month after Ladson girls’ deaths
The father of two Ladson girls found dead demands answers from authorities, who have not shared the case file with his family.
Detroit organization promotes urban farming amid food insecurity
A Detroit group promotes urban farming to address food insecurity, with plans to expand its model to other cities.
Couple sues North Charleston over 2024 crash with officer going 87 mph in 40 mph zone
A Chesterfield County man and his wife are suing North Charleston, alleging a police officer traveling 87 mph in a 40 mph zone crashed into their vehicle on West Montague Avenue on Sept. 7.
Ex-Camden Military Academy dean facing new child sex charges
John Heflin, a former dean of Camden Military Academy, was arrested Thursday in Horry County and charged with second-degree criminal sexual conduct and contributing to a minor's delinquency.
Experts eye key voting blocs ahead of Midterms
Political analyst Lincoln Mitchell tells Gray Media that rural voters, Latino voters and young white men could determine congressional control in the upcoming midterm elections.
How AI is impacting the midterm elections
Political science professors Chris Borick and Shobita Parthasarathy tell Gray DC that artificial intelligence has become a significant issue in midterm elections, with candidates from both parties addressing voter concerns about the technology.
The Art of Spooky Transformations with Dark Castle
WIS's Soda City Living featured Dark Castle, a Columbia mask-making studio, highlighting the craft behind its hand-crafted latex masks and creature costumes.
Trump to make final midterm stops in Iowa and Kansas Sunday
President Trump will hold final campaign rallies in Dubuque, Iowa, and Salina, Kansas, on Sunday ahead of Tuesday's midterm elections, targeting Senate races Republicans must win.
More than 42 million Americans have cast early midterm ballots
According to the University of Florida Election Lab, more than 42 million Americans have voted early in the midterm elections, with Democrats leading Republicans in early ballots and higher engagement among young voters and minorities.
Trump says Iran war goal met as gas prices rise
President Trump declared the U.S. war against Iran's nuclear program met its goal, as gas prices have risen 40% to $4.20 per gallon amid ongoing conflict.
Six trauma-informed spaces open at Charleston County DSS office
Lily Pad opened six trauma-informed rooms at the Charleston County Department of Social Services office Friday, providing spaces for children in foster care waiting during welfare appointments.
New rooms at Charleston County DSS give children entering foster care a place to wait
The nonprofit Lily Pad partnered with Charleston County DSS to open six trauma-informed rooms for children waiting for foster care placement at the North Charleston office.
Berkeley County deputies to patrol neighborhoods as trick-or-treaters hit streets Saturday
Berkeley County sheriff's deputies will patrol neighborhoods across the Tri-County area Saturday to promote safety, deter crime and check sex offender compliance during Halloween trick-or-treating.
The relationship between Christian nationalism and Americans’ views of democracy
A sociologist analyzing national survey data reports that Christian nationalism is modestly declining yet increasingly shapes political discourse, with adherents and opponents holding sharply different views on how well democracy is functioning.
Andrews boosts police presence ahead of weekend festivities
Andrews town officials are increasing law enforcement presence this weekend, with help from the Georgetown County Sheriff's Office, to protect people attending Halloween events, homecoming activities and the Heritage Festival.
‘Just do the right thing’: Safety concerns after child struck by vehicle on James Island
A 15-year-old James Island Charter High School student was hit by a vehicle on his e-bike near Fort Johnson Road and Seaside Lane, prompting his family and a councilwoman to seek the driver and improve intersection safety.
College of Charleston launches initiative to help rural South Carolina communities keep up
The College of Charleston's Joseph P. Riley Jr. Center for Livable Communities is launching a Rural Local Government Initiative, funded by the South Carolina General Assembly, to provide training, resources and technical assistance to small South Carolina communities.
S.C. law requires Child Abuse Protocol with no penalty for ignoring it
A WCSC Charleston report finds that South Carolina law requires agencies to follow a Child Abuse Response Protocol but imposes no penalty for ignoring it, and several Lowcountry law enforcement agencies lack written policies on responding to child welfare calls.
North Charleston woman accused of driving 100 mph on I-26 while under influence
A 42-year-old North Charleston woman was arrested Friday on I-26 near Remount Road on charges including DUI after police said she drove about 100 mph in a 60 mph zone while drinking.
Woman charged in deadly Columbia shooting, police say
Trinidy Gee, 19, was charged with murder and first-degree burglary in the October 8 shooting death of Lawrence Long at his Brook Pines Drive home, police said.
North Charleston sued over crash with speeding police car. Local coffee shop expands.
North Charleston faces a lawsuit after Officer Edward Jackson crashed into Bruce Watson III's car at 87 mph without emergency lights or sirens, leaving Watson severely injured.
Ex-band director facing molestation charges critically injured after shooting self during arrest
Kevin Williams, a 56-year-old former Haughton High School band director facing 100 sex offense counts, shot himself Thursday during his arrest at his Bossier City home and remains in critical condition.
Boil water advisory issued for parts of Coosaw Creek neighborhood
The Dorchester County Water and Sewer Department issued a boil water advisory until further notice for parts of the Coosaw Creek neighborhood following an emergency water line repair.
Summerville man arrested on felony child sexual exploitation charges
Michael Dale Vereen II, 38, of Summerville, was arrested Oct. 28 on two felony charges for distributing and possessing child sexual abuse material.
Georgia man sentenced to 20 years in Georgetown motel sexual assault
Demar Rashard Walker, a 29-year-old Georgia man, was sentenced to 20 years in prison after pleading guilty to sexually assaulting a woman at the Budget Inn in Georgetown in February 2024.
ShR #25.44: Election wrap-up, Graham’s mouth, toss-up race
Charleston City Paper's Statehouse Report covers the Nov. 3 elections, with Jack O'Toole reporting on the U.S. Senate race between Darlene Graham and Annie Andrews.
2026 Pet Photo Contest Winners
Charleston City Paper announced the winners of its 2026 Pet Photo Contest, including Teddy and Coco as Best Friends and Fabio as Best Human/Pet Look-Alike.
Newberry Co. Sheriff’s Office to address missing persons case after coroners’ dispute over ID
The Newberry County Sheriff's Office will update the public Friday on the missing-persons case involving Edwin Geer, whose remains were found in Waterloo, Laurens County.
Henrie Monteith Treadwell, trailblazer who helped desegregate USC, dies at 80
Henrie Monteith Treadwell, one of three students who integrated the University of South Carolina in 1963, died Tuesday at age 80 in Columbia.
The public shared feedback on Sullivan's Island Fire Dept. amid an audit. Here's what they said.
Nearly 100 Sullivan's Island residents attended an Oct. 27 meeting at the fire station to share feedback on the department as MissionCIT conducts an external audit following a February structure fire.
New downtown Charleston herbal apothecary to open with yoga, tea and wellness event
Abigail McClam and Shanequa Singletary are opening Fern Apotheca, an herbal apothecary at 21 Jasper St. in downtown Charleston, with a free grand opening event Nov. 1 featuring yoga, tea tasting and wellness practices.
Kids on Point to open North Charleston community hub
Kids on Point, an afterschool care program, plans to build a community hub on Rivers Avenue in North Charleston, expecting to open in 2029 and double the students and families it serves.
FIRST ALERT: More clouds and mostly dry for Halloween weekend
A weather forecast from WIS in Columbia, South Carolina, predicts mostly dry conditions and warm temperatures through Halloween weekend, with rain likely next week.
‘She’s a miracle’: Family says 2-year-old is healing after crash that killed her parents
A 2-year-old girl survived a fatal October 19 head-on crash on the Parks Highway near Trapper Creek that killed her parents, Sasha and David Hart.
City Paper’s staff eaters share tastes around town
Charleston City Paper introduces a monthly column featuring staff writers' favorite local restaurant meals, ranging from established favorites to newly opened eateries.
Waffles’ legacy lives through Rainbow Bridge
Candace Johnson of Mount Pleasant created the Paws Over the Rainbow Bridge near Park West Recreation Fields in Planter's Pointe to honor Waffles, a dog who died in December 2024.
FIRST ALERT: Near-record highs on Friday; mild and breezy Halloween
Charleston-area forecasters predict near-record highs in the low 80s Friday, with mild, breezy conditions expected for Halloween weekend.
3 dead in Oregon helicopter collision, including flight instructor and student pilot
Two helicopters collided near McMinnville Municipal Airport in Oregon, killing a flight instructor, a student pilot, and a third person.
SC State dominates Morgan State, 51-10
South Carolina State beat Morgan State 51-10 in Baltimore on Thursday, improving to 7-2 overall and 2-0 in MEAC play.
Love throws 3 TD passes as the Packers beat the Panthers 27-19
Jordan Love threw three touchdown passes as the Green Bay Packers defeated the Carolina Panthers 27-19 in a Thursday night NFL game.