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Teenager charged with failed armed robbery in which 15-year-old died


Teenager charged with failed armed robbery in which 15-year-old died

CHARLESTON, SC (WCSC) – Charleston police have released new details about a shooting that left a 15-year-old boy dead. Desean Matthews, 18, of Charleston, is charged with attempted murder and armed robbery, according to Sergeant Chris Stinson. Desean Matthews, 18, of Charleston is charged with attempted murder and armed robbery following a fatal shooting in […]

The 2023 rehabilitation project will bring significant road improvements to Charleston County


The 2023 rehabilitation project will bring significant road improvements to Charleston County

CHARLESTON COUNTY, SC (WCSC) – Charleston County officials have officially launched the County Transportation Committee’s Resurfacing Plan B 2023 project. This $9.5 million project has been in the works for about a year, but construction finally begins this week. The project involves resurfacing roads throughout the county from James Island to West Ashley to North […]

Savannah Christian hosts New Hampstead in Week 2 football game to watch


Savannah Christian hosts New Hampstead in Week 2 football game to watch

Ra’Shawn Truell of New Hampstead on Phoenix’s win over South Effingham. New Hampstead quarterback Ra’Shawn Truell on Phoenix’s win over South Effingham. Week 2 of the high school football season is in Savannah, and most of the local teams are on the road this week. But there’s one game on the schedule that stands out: […]

New program aims to recruit 1,000 health workers for the Tri-County region by 2025


New program aims to recruit 1,000 health workers for the Tri-County region by 2025

NORTH CHARLESTON, SC (WCSC) – Two Lowcountry organizations have launched a new program to provide more opportunities for residents of the Tri-County area through job training and supportive healthcare services. The new training program from SC Works Trident and Lowcountry Careers Collaborative aims to train and place 1,000 health care workers in Berkeley, Charleston and […]

Shipping container supplier creates new headquarters and jobs in Charleston County


Shipping container supplier creates new headquarters and jobs in Charleston County

CHARLESTON, SC (WCSC) – A global supplier of used shipping containers will expand its operations and open a new headquarters in downtown Charleston. Eveon Containers says its new office in the Holy City will house marketing and customer support teams and support the company’s online platform as it continues to expand globally. “As we toured […]

Charleston County schools prepare for first day of school with new funding


Charleston County schools prepare for first day of school with new funding

CHARLESTON, SC (WCSC) – When Charleston County students return to classrooms Tuesday morning, the school district will start the school year with a new funding model. The district’s schools receive additional money to help students who are experiencing poverty, attend special education classes, or whose first language is not English. Thanks to the weighted student […]

The city of Charleston hosts the First Day Festival on Sunday afternoon


The city of Charleston hosts the First Day Festival on Sunday afternoon

CHARLESTON, SC (WCSC) – The Holy City plans to host its 21st annual First Day Festival as scheduled on Sunday, but with one difference. The South Carolina Aquarium will not be able to open for free during the festival this year due to preparations being made for Tropical Storm Debby. As a result, all activities […]