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Global Microsoft system outage disrupts industries from banks to airports
COLUMBIA, SC (WACH) -- Much of the world faced trouble Friday after Microsoft computer systems were locked up from a security update by a cybersecurity company. A service outage happened after the company CrowdStrike pushed out an update to its clients using Microsoft systems, impacting many industries, from schools, to banks, to airlines, according to CNN.
Hallie Hill Animal Sanctuary raising funds with Laps for Love
HOLLYWOOD, S.C. (WCSC) - The Hallie Hill Animal Sanctuary will host its annual Laps for Love fundraising event on August 17. Participating swimmers will compete in a two-hour, 200-lap swim or a one-hour, 100-lap swim. The sanctuary aims to raise $30,000 to cover food, shelter and medical procedures for the...
SC Highway Patrol enters ‘America’s Best Looking Cruiser’ contest
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WBTV) - The South Carolina Highway Patrol (SCHP) has thrown its hat in the ring for this year’s “America’s Best Looking Cruiser” contest between all state highway patrols. Featured in this year’s picture is a SCHP-branded 2024 Ford Mustang and 2023 Ford F-150 in...
FIRST ALERT: Pop up storms continue at times this week
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - High humidity and an unsettled weather pattern will continue to lead to pop up storms at times this week. The highest chances will arrive by the end of the week. TUESDAY. A steady stream of tropical humidity will continue to funnel into the region on...
Stolen car crashed into North Charleston apartment
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – Police are looking for the person who crashed a possibly stolen car into a North Charleston apartment building. Officers with the North Charleston Police Department responded to the scene on Mosstree Street around 11 a.m. Sunday to find a vehicle lodged in an apartment wall. “The apartment was an efficiency […]
Shots fired at North Charleston Cook Out over slow service, suspects at large
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C (WCIV) — On Sunday evening at approximately 10:18 p.m. officers received a call of shots fired at the Cook Out on Dorchester Road in North Charleston, according to the North Charleston Police Department. Officers arrived on the scene and met with the victim who detailed the...
Bicyclist struck by vehicle in Mount Pleasant dies from injuries
MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (WCIV) — The bicyclist who was struck by a vehicle Sunday afternoon has died, according to the Mount Pleasant Police Department. The incident occurred at the area of Rifle Range Road and Ben Sawyer Boulevard at approximately 4:36 p.m. The bicyclist was taken to the hospital...
Charleston’s community-centric Innovation District: a collaborative effort spearheaded by MUSC
The Medical University of South Carolina is spearheading a groundbreaking initiative to develop an innovation district in Charleston, a visionary project designed to stimulate regional growth and academic and clinical excellence and position the area as a nexus of medical and technological advancement. This endeavor extends beyond the construction of buildings and infrastructure; it is about cultivating an ecosystem where innovation thrives and benefits the entire community.
Increased law enforcement due to stolen license plate in Sun City, officials say
SUN CITY, Sc. (WTOC) - According to the Beaufort County Sherriff’s office, residents of Sun City saw an increased law enforcement presence Monday. The sheriff’s office says a deputy saw a suspicious car and ran the license plate. The plate was stolen but the car was not. An...
MOJA Arts Festival calls on local artists
A call for artists to submit work for the 2024 MOJA Arts Festival’s Juried Art Exhibition has been announced by the City of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs. The MOJA Arts Festival is an 11-day multi-disciplinary celebration of African American and Caribbean culture, running this year from Sept. 26 to Oct. 6.
Learn about City Environmental Initiatives
City Council formed the Environmental Advisory Committee (EAC) to advise City Council on matters of environmental impact, protections, conservation and sustainability by exploring innovations, best practices & data around changes. The committee aims to educate the community about environmental issues and city initiatives, while promoting a sustainable lifestyle. Goals. Protect...
Playful dolphin greets Hilton Head Island boater
HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C. — A South Carolina boater caught quite the scene while enjoying the water. Wyman Bailey captured the video above of a very friendly dolphin that swam up to his boat. Bailey says he spotted plenty more where that one came from. The organization Dolphin Discovery...
AHA and local UDC chapter refile lawsuit to protect Robert E. Lee memorial
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — As of July 19, 2024 The American Heritage Association (AHA) has partnered with local UDC Chapter to refile a lawsuit over the removal of the Robert E. Lee Memorial. “The American Heritage Association (AHA) has partnered with the local UDC Chapter to refile our previous...
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