Wednesday, November 4, 2026
228Sen.-elect Annie Andrews visits Mount Pleasant, pledges to address cost of living
U.S. Sen.-elect Annie Andrews visited Mount Pleasant docks, promising to lower diesel prices and ease living costs for South Carolina residents.
Woman charged with hiding income to pocket $12K in illegal SNAP funds
Nicole Brown of Adams, New York, faces felony charges for allegedly concealing income to fraudulently receive over $12,000 in SNAP benefits.
South Carolina Democrats tout historic election night, citing statewide gains
South Carolina Democratic leaders celebrated statewide election gains, including Senate and congressional wins, after flipping ten House seats and spending millions on outreach.
Governor orders State Capitol flags to be lowered half-staff
Governor Henry McMaster ordered South Carolina State Capitol flags lowered to half-staff in Columbia to honor former legislator and judge Alexander M. Sanders Jr.
CSU Professor calls student that died during NYC Marathon a 'natural leader'
A Charleston Southern University professor honored 24-year-old student Rachel Apa, who died from a rare muscle condition after collapsing near the end of the New York City Marathon.
Woman arrested after allegedly crashing into church with child in car: NCPD
A North Charleston woman faces child endangerment charges after police say she drove her car into a church while her child was inside.
Reporter forced out of Republican candidate’s election party during profane-laced speech on live television
Republican congressional candidate Anthony Constantino ejected a 7 News reporter from his election-night party in Amsterdam, New York, while delivering a profane speech.
2028 White House talk begins after historic Midterm Election Day
Politicians on both sides began positioning for the 2028 presidential election following Democratic gains in the November 3 midterm races.
Coroner identifies man killed in Orangeburg crash
Orangeburg County Coroner Sean Fogle identified 55-year-old Roger Salley as the man killed in a Wednesday morning crash at U.S. Highway 178 and Heartsfire Road.
'This victory is for everyone,' Dr. Annie Andrews discusses election win
Dr. Annie Andrews defeated Darlene Graham for U.S. Senate in South Carolina, celebrating her win Wednesday with supporters along Shem Creek docks in Mount Pleasant.
Whitmire Town Council candidates possibly due for recount of votes
Two Whitmire Town Council candidates may face a vote recount after a five-vote margin in the third open-seat race fell under South Carolina's 1-percent recount threshold.
Folly Beach seeks public input on pedestrian paths and potential free parking changes
Folly Beach is collecting public feedback on where to build its next pedestrian path and how to spend $100,000 on free parking before a November 10 City Council work session.
‘Glide and Gather’ brings outdoor ice skating to the Midlands
The Richland County Recreation Commission is offering outdoor ice skating at a portable rink at North Springs Park on Clemson Road from November 20 through January 3.
Lacore claims SC-01 victory, says Costa Honeycutt conceded race
Retired Rear Admiral Nancy Lacore (D) claimed victory in South Carolina's 1st Congressional District after opponent Jenny Costa Honeycutt conceded, taking the seat held by Congresswoman Nancy Mace.
Trump touts ballroom after GOP suffers historic midterm losses
President Trump Wednesday at the White House promoted his ballroom construction project while acknowledging Republicans' midterm losses and blaming the Iran conflict for driving up gasoline prices.
Police: Woman drove toward 2 people before crashing into North Charleston church
Aliyah Symone Reese, 21, was charged with unlawful conduct toward a child after crashing her car into Grace City Church on Cosgrove Avenue in North Charleston.
Palmetto Sports Daily: Are Clemson's high standards slipping?
The Palmetto Sports Daily podcast discusses Clemson's upcoming game at Syracuse, South Carolina's ranked status and Coastal Carolina's pursuit of bowl eligibility.
Democrat flips 1st House District by slim margin. Plus, catch up on other South Carolina elections.
South Carolina voters elected Democrat Nancy Lacore to the U.S. House 1st District, Annie Andrews to the U.S. Senate, and Alan Wilson as governor, while Republican Joe Wilson and Ellen Weaver retained their seats.
1 dead, 2 hospitalized after two-vehicle crash in Orangeburg County
A two-vehicle crash Wednesday morning on U.S. 178 at Heartsfire Road in Orangeburg County killed one Cadillac passenger and hospitalized two others.
Charleston County voters approve extension of half-cent sales tax for transit and infrastructure
Charleston County voters approved 65% to extend the half-cent Transportation Sales Tax, projecting over $4 billion over 25 years for roads, transit and the Greenbelt, including a rapid transit line along Rivers Avenue opening by 2029.
Midterm election results - three things to know
A national report states Democrats won majorities in both the House and Senate in Tuesday's midterm elections, with President Trump distancing himself from Republican losses while leadership votes remain pending.
RCSD: ‘Horseplay’ with student leads to Spring Valley High School teacher’s arrest
A Richland County sheriff's department arrested 29-year-old Spring Valley High School teacher Marlin Roberts on third-degree assault charges after allegedly dragging a 15-year-old student across a classroom floor.
Trump appears to take credit for stock market rally day after multiple Democratic midterm wins
President Trump praised a stock market record high on Truth Social after Democrats won midterm elections, with the Dow rising 1,519 points.
Human remains found in Dorchester County neighborhood, launching investigation
The Dorchester County Sheriff's Office is investigating human remains found Wednesday around noon in the 300 block of Dorchester Manor Boulevard; the coroner has not identified the deceased.
Dorchester County had to hand-count thousands of early voting ballots. Here's why.
Dorchester County election officials hand-counted and rescanned more than 5,000 early voting ballots after faulty USB drives prevented data uploads from two early voting sites.
13-year-old killed, 18-year-old seriously injured in dirt bike crash
A 13-year-old died and an 18-year-old was seriously injured Saturday night in a dirt bike crash near 486th Avenue and 290th Street in Lincoln County, South Dakota.
Hagerty: How one Charleston school is doing drop-off differently
A parent writes that her husband enjoyed dropping off their children at James Simons Montessori, a public school in downtown Charleston, because of the community atmosphere at the school's walker gate.
Governor-elect Alan Wilson meets with McMaster to discuss transition
Governor-elect Alan Wilson met Wednesday with Gov. Henry McMaster in Columbia to begin the transition of power after Wilson defeated Jermaine Johnson in South Carolina's gubernatorial election.
Congresswoman-elect Nancy Lacore speaks after election victory
Nancy Lacore, a Democrat, won South Carolina’s 1st Congressional District and plans to focus on reducing living costs for Lowcountry families.
Charleston County voters back three local tax referendum questions
Charleston County voters approved three local tax referendums covering transportation, bonds, and school construction with over 60 percent support.
Curtis Loftis wins another term as S.C. State Treasurer
Republican Curtis Loftis defeated Democrat Vincent Coe in Tuesday's general election to win his fifth term as South Carolina State Treasurer.
Ellen Weaver secures second term as S.C. Superintendent
Republican Ellen Weaver won a second term as South Carolina Superintendent of Education, defeating Democrat Sylvia Wright in Tuesday's general election.
Sewer main break closes stretch of West Ashley Greenway
Charleston Water System is closing the West Ashley Greenway between Coburg Road and Farmfield Avenue to repair a sewer main break that occurred Tuesday.
David Stumbo wins, will become S.C.’s next attorney general
Republican David Stumbo defeated Democrat Richard Hricik in Tuesday's general election and will become South Carolina's next attorney general, succeeding Alan Wilson.
Cody Simpson becomes new S.C. agriculture commissioner
Republican Cody Simpson won Tuesday's general election to become South Carolina's next agriculture commissioner, succeeding retiring incumbent Hugh E. Weathers.
Yemassee police chief’s name again surfaces in Murdaugh double homicide investigation
A state court filing reveals that Louise Gregory, who died of cancer, told others she saw Yemassee police Chief Greg Alexander and another man cutting a path through wetlands near the Murdaugh murder site.
MUSC to offer free dental care to veterans Friday
MUSC's dental clinic in Charleston is offering free dental care to veterans Friday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., with appointments available by calling 843-792-7475.
FIRST ALERT: Rain chances increase through the end of this week
WIS reports that a cold front will bring increased rain chances Thursday and Friday to the Midlands, with cooler temperatures arriving over the weekend.
Colom, Hyde-Smith separated by narrow margin in Mississippi Senate race
At 3 a.m. in the Mississippi U.S. Senate race, Democrat Scott Colom led Republican Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith by 43 votes, with Independent Ty Pinkins receiving 19,935 votes.
FIRST ALERT: Patchy fog possible this morning; unseasonably warm through Friday
Charleston will see warm temperatures and patchy fog through Thursday, with rain arriving Friday as a cold front moves in, followed by cooler weekend weather.
Glover edges out Boykin as Charleston County Council chair race ends in upset
Charleston County Council Chairman Joe Boykin lost his reelection bid to Democrat Charles Glover in a close Tuesday vote.
Full Results: South Carolina Midterm Election
Voters in South Carolina chose winners for US Senate, governor, attorney general, and education superintendent in the November 2026 midterm elections.
Democrat Nancy Lacore holds slim lead in 1st Congressional District
Democrat Nancy Lacore narrowly leads Republican Jenny Costa Honeycutt in South Carolina’s 1st Congressional District, with a recount likely.
Alan Wilson wins election for SC governor
Republican Alan Wilson defeated Democrat Jermaine Johnson to become South Carolina’s next governor, succeeding Henry McMaster.
Goodwill, CVS launch pharmacy technician training in SC
Goodwill and CVS began a four-week pharmacy technician training program in South Carolina’s Upstate and Midlands regions to help job seekers earn certification.
Investors buy North Charleston office portfolio for $21M
SK Investment Group and Weaver Capital Partners purchased two North Charleston office buildings for $21 million.
Charleston County transportation sales tax referendum expected to pass by historic margin
Charleston County voters approved a transportation sales tax expected to fund infrastructure, transit, and preservation projects over the next 25 years.