Ukrainian author brings stories of life during wartime to Charleston Literary Festival
Ukrainian writer Kateryna Yehorushkina shares wartime stories at the Charleston Literary Festival as the inaugural Fiederowicz International Fellowship recipient.
Tuesday, November 10, 2026
195Mount Pleasant advances rule to add public input when zoning and future land use clash
Mount Pleasant Town Council approved a first reading of an ordinance requiring public input when zoning conflicts with the town’s long-term land use plan.
Father of 2 girls found dead in Ladson home sues Charleston County sheriff
Zachary Deacon, father of two girls found dead in Ladson, sued Charleston County Sheriff Carl Ritchie for mishandling his case and releasing private footage.
Recounts progress in South Carolina election races
South Carolina officials are recounting votes in the 2nd Congressional District and House District 89 races following the November 3 general election.
Police arrest son of actors Antonio Sabàto Jr., Virginia Madsen in fatal hit-and-run
Alaska police arrested Jack Sabàto, son of actors Antonio Sabàto Jr. and Virginia Madsen, for a fatal hit-and-run in Anchorage.
Couple who disliked sex offenders arrested in man’s killing, police say
Police arrested a homeless Arizona couple for stabbing a registered sex offender to death in the desert near Bullhead City.
Kennedy and Carr score 15 apiece to lead Wake Forest past Charleston Southern 82-64
Wake Forest beat Charleston Southern 82-64 in Winston-Salem, with Kevair Kennedy and Isaac Carr each scoring 15 points.
Star Gospel Mission to take over Charleston Hope Center, expand services
Star Gospel Mission will assume operations of the Charleston Hope Center on Meeting Street, continuing services for homeless residents while planning to expand hours and coverage.
New Charleston-Dominion agreement includes funding for underground utility lines
Charleston finalized a new franchise agreement with Dominion Energy, replacing 1996 contracts and funding underground utility lines with $1.28 million from each party in 2026.
USC ranked No. 21 by CFP Selection Committee
The College Football Playoff Selection Committee ranked South Carolina No. 21 following the team’s recent victory over Texas A&M.
Fentanyl, meth seized during search of Berkeley Co. home, deputies say
Berkeley County deputies arrested seven people in Cross after finding fentanyl, methamphetamine, and a gun during a narcotics investigation.
Midlands Business Accelerator Program provides opportunities for businesses
The Columbia Chamber and South Carolina Business Accelerator launched a program in Columbia to help local entrepreneurs grow their businesses.
Charleston County considers $3 million to expand Hollywood nature preserve by 608 acres
Charleston County leaders are reviewing a $3 million request to buy 608 acres near Hollywood for expansion of the Dungannon Heritage Preserve.
Beaufort County awarded $8 million grant for SC 170 safety upgrades
Beaufort County received an $8 million federal grant to fund safety upgrades, including medians and signal improvements, along the SC 170 corridor.
Gamecocks focused on Arkansas after thrilling Texas A&M win
South Carolina’s Gamecocks prepare for Saturday’s game against Arkansas following a win over Texas A&M, with quarterback LaNorris Sellers expected to play.
Jimmy Carter's family farm to be preserved and opened to the public
The Conservation Fund bought Jimmy Carter’s family farm near Plains, Georgia, for $8.5 million to preserve it and open it for public recreation.
2027 Best of Daniel Island contest is underway!
The 2027 Best of Daniel Island contest is open for nominations through November 25, with final voting beginning December 5.
Hegseth defends record amid impeachment effort
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth defended his military record in Washington as Representative Thomas Massie reintroduced impeachment articles citing unauthorized war powers.
Suspect in car break-in found with sawed-off shotgun, alcohol in truck
Charleston police arrested a man for breaking into a vehicle on Matisse Street after finding a sawed-off shotgun and alcohol in his truck.
The story of the Etiwan, other Lowcountry tribes
Joshua Shumak of the Wassamasaw Tribe spoke at Daniel Island’s Church of the Holy Spirit about the history of the Etiwan and other Lowcountry Native American tribes.
Father of girls allegedly starved to death due in court for harassment arrest
Zachary Deacon, father of two Ladson girls allegedly starved by their mother, faces court Monday on harassment charges related to his ex-fiancé.
Annual Columbia Veterans Day Parade happening Wednesday
Columbia’s annual Veterans Day Parade runs Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sumter Street, with road closures beginning at 7 a.m.
Top five finishes for Iron Horses, Bishops girls' golf squads
Philip Simmons and Bishop England girls’ golf teams placed third and fifth, respectively, at the state championships in Myrtle Beach and Loris.
Iron Horses celebrate back-to-back volleyball titles
Philip Simmons High School’s girls’ volleyball team defeated Liberty High School to win their second consecutive Class AA state championship.
High school sports roundup
Philip Simmons football beat Academic Magnet in the Class AA playoffs, while Bishop England and Philip Simmons cross-country teams won their state qualifiers in Newberry.
Horn credits Palmetto State schools in win over Mingledorff
John Horn of Daniel Island defeated Mingledorff Law Firm in a football pick’em contest, crediting Clemson and USC for his victory.
November weather hits the sweet spot for fishing
A father and son caught trout and redfish in a Wando River creek, noting November’s cool weather creates ideal conditions for inshore fishing.
TRC to review preliminary plans for 103-unit Point Hope development
Charleston’s Technical Review Committee will examine preliminary plans for a 103-home development at Point Hope in Cainhoy on Thursday, November 12.
Deputies seize fentanyl, meth and rifle; seven arrested in Cross narcotics case
Berkeley County deputies arrested seven people in Cross after seizing fentanyl, methamphetamine, and a rifle during a narcotics investigation.
Topgolf cutting prices at all US locations to make experience more affordable for customers
Topgolf permanently reduced gameplay rates by 20 percent at all United States locations, including Charleston, to make visits more affordable for customers.
Arrest made in Richland County nightclub shooting that hurt 4
Richland County deputies arrested a 33-year-old man in Florence on attempted murder charges for a September shooting at a Columbia nightclub that injured four people.
FCCLA students attend fall leadership conference at SC State Museum
Students from Family, Career and Community Leaders of America attended a fall leadership conference at the South Carolina State Museum in Columbia.
Fire crews contain vegetation fire that spread to home in the Reevesville area
Dorchester County firefighters extinguished a vegetation fire that reached a home on Independent School Road in Reevesville, with assistance from forestry, EMS, and sheriff’s office crews.
Palmetto Sports Daily: USC looks to improve on defense
Palmetto Sports Daily discusses USC’s defensive improvements, Clemson hosting Georgia Tech, Coastal Carolina’s first basketball win, and Wofford coach Shawn Watson’s retirement.
Devine Night Out prepares holiday fun before December
Devine Night Out will feature early holiday shopping and activities on Devine Street in Columbia, South Carolina, this Thursday from 5 to 8 p.m.
36 charged across 16 SC counties in drug operation with ties to Mexican cartel, US attorney says
Federal prosecutors charged 36 people across 16 South Carolina counties for drug trafficking and money laundering linked to a Mexican cartel.
Gunman wishes woman ‘a blessed day’ after church parking lot robbery, police say
Spartanburg police arrested 26-year-old Demarieia Quartez Collins for armed robbery after he stole money from a woman in a church parking lot.
Forestry Commission plans 300-acre prescribed burn near Moncks Corner Tuesday
The South Carolina Forestry Commission will conduct a 300-acre controlled burn near Moncks Corner on Tuesday to clear vegetation for hardwood replanting.
Goose Creek residents to pay less in city taxes under prospective new budget
Goose Creek City Council will vote Tuesday on a $96 million budget that lowers city taxes and funds a new fire station, vehicles, and sanitation equipment.
Free events, games, giveaways you’re missing if you’re not visiting Charleston libraries
Charleston County Public Library branches offer free November and December events, including history talks, seed giveaways, crafts, games, and reading sessions with therapy dogs.
Charleston celebrates 100 years of Ashley River Memorial Bridge and the veterans it was dedicated to
Charleston officials gathered November 9 to mark the centennial of the Ashley River Memorial Bridge, honoring its role as a World War I memorial.
FIRST ALERT WEATHER DAYS for frost potential this weekend
A strong cold front will bring the season’s first frost to South Carolina’s Midlands on Saturday and Sunday mornings, with lows dropping into the 30s.
Charleston City Council to vote on $495,000 bluestone sidewalk contract
Charleston City Council will vote Tuesday on a $495,000 contract to repair bluestone sidewalks on Broad Street, aiming to improve accessibility and safety.
FIRST ALERT: Mild afternoons through Thursday; polar plunge this weekend
WCSC reports mild Charleston temperatures through Thursday, followed by a sharp drop to the 50s this weekend, with possible inland frost.
Good Samaritan breaks window to free 3-year-old girl from car sinking in pond
A man in St. Peters, Missouri, broke a car window to rescue a three-year-old girl trapped inside a vehicle that rolled into a pond.
Woman runs onto high school football field during game and strangles player, police say
A Kentucky woman faces felony charges for choking a Wayne County High School football player during a sideline scuffle on October 30.
Chapin council meets amid questions over finances, deleted videos and employee lawsuit
Chapin council members met to address financial audits, deleted meeting videos, and a lawsuit filed by five former employees against Mayor Bill Mitchell.