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Summerville man arrested for attempting to sell contraband at Dorchester County prison
SUMMERVILLE, S.C. (WCBD) – A Summerville man out on bond was arrested for conspiring with an inmate to sell drugs and other contraband at Lieber Correctional Institute. Damien Rakari Anderson, 25, is charged with trafficking methamphetamines, possession of marijuana with intent to distribute, providing contraband to an inmate, and criminal conspiracy, according to the SC […]
Summerville police investigate series of convenience store robberies
SUMMERVILLE, S.C. (WCIV) — A string of convenience store robberies is currently under scrutiny by the Summerville Police Department. "We are working on these cases. They are being taken very seriously," says Cpt. Chris Hirsch with Summerville Police Department. The latest robbery happened early Tuesday, at a Circle K...
Summerville man charged with drug trafficking into Lieber Correctional Institution
SUMMERVILLE, S.C. (WCIV) — A Summerville man is facing charges after conspiring with an inmate to traffic drugs into Lieber Correctional Institution, the South Carolina Department of Corrections Inspector General said in a statement. Damien Rakari Anderson, 25, is charged with trafficking in methamphetamines, possession of marijuana with intent...
T-Pain in T-Rain: Sold Out at Firefly Distillery (Photos + Recap)
On Thursday, June 27th, T-Pain brought his “Mansion in Wiscansin” Party Tour to Charleston for a sold out show at Firefly Distillery, with support from rising California rapper LaRussell. The forecast called for a storm that evening, and just before the doors were set to open, Firefly announced a weather delay.
North Charleston Heart concert postponed after lead singer announces cancer diagnosis
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame band Heart announced they have postponed the remaining dates on their international ‘Royal Flush Tour’ amid lead singer Ann Wilson’s cancer treatment. The band, led by sisters Ann and Nancy Wilson, was scheduled to perform at the North Charleston Coliseum on Oct. 17 with […]
‘Loophole’ closed in Charleston’s thick plastic bag ban
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - As of Monday, the single-use plastic bag ban with an updated ban on thick plastic bags within the City of Charleston is in effect. The city and others surrounding it began looking at single-use bag laws years ago to protect the environment. Charleston’s original ordinance took effect in 2020.
Workers across Southern states demand relief from record-breaking heat
Workers from various service industry sectors across Atlanta, Charleston, South Carolina, and Durham, North Carolina, united in a set of simultaneous rallies last month to address the escalating challenge of extreme heat in their workplaces. This coordinated effort, organized by the Union of Southern Service Workers (USSW), aimed to highlight the hazardous conditions faced by employees as temperatures soar to unprecedented levels this summer.
Family and friends remember the legacy of Charleston great musician Quentin Ravenel
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD)–Many people across the Lowcountry are mourning the loss of a beloved musician who they say was taken from this world too soon. Quentin Ravenel is remembered as a talented musician, friend, and community member. Ravenel died following an officer-involved shooting Friday, but family and friends say they plan to carry on his […]
N. Charleston officials respond to FBI investigation into gun violence grant program
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - City of North Charleston officials are responding to reports about the Federal Bureau of Investigations opening an inquiry on the city’s gun violence reduction grants. Former North Charleston Police Chief Greg Gomes says he was contacted by the FBI on Friday and was asked...
Sullivan’s Island nature trail extension brews mixed feelings among neighbors
SULLIVAN’S ISLAND, S.C. (WCSC) - The construction of a multi-phase, scenic trail on Sullivan’s Island has left nearby homeowners with mixed feelings. The existing trail at Station 16 has several entry points and boardwalks for residents and visitors to see the maritime forest, which spans close to 190 acres from Breach Inlet to Charleston Harbor.
Proposed waterfront development on Cooper River sparks conversation
HANAHAN, S.C. (WCSC) - Hanahan could soon be bringing waterfront dining to the area with the hopes of keeping locals near and attracting tourists. A newly proposed waterfront development in Hanahan on the Cooper River has sparked conversation among residents and city planners. Located on Bowen Waterfront Village property, the...
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