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Wondolea Drive, Mt. PleasantThe search for three passengers has been called off after a boat capsized near the Hobcaw Yacht Club in Mt. Pleasant Friday night.
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This weekend, drop donations off at the News 2 studios and Michael Fennell, working with the local company Anchor Sign, plans to drive the donations directly to Moore, Oklahoma next week. Donations won't be accepted past 5 p.m. Wednesday. More>>
According to the Charleston County School District, the Seamless Summer Feeding Program (SSFP) allows schools to provide free summer meals in low-income areas during the traditional summer vacation periods. More>>
Its Memorial Day weekend a time to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice for the county. Among those are lowcountry sons and daughters and Charleston's fallen are forever remembered and revered. More>>
FacebookA big holiday weekend usually means a big turnout at "Edisto Float" gatherings. The massive floating events have become a concern on a stretch of the Edisto River that runs through Dorchester and Colleton More>>
The woman with a familiar face to many people in Berkeley County died over the weekend. Mary Lou Brown Davis-Selby passed away on Sunday. Mary Lou recently retired from Berkeley County after working More>>
This Memorial Day weekend is a great time to think about the people who sacrificed a lot for freedom. At the American Legion Post 166 in Goose Creek, if you're lucky, you might run into World War 2 veteran More>>
The Charleston RiverDogs will host a Job Fair, where those interested can apply for food and beverage working positions with the Class-A affiliate of the New York Yankees, on Wednesday, May 29th from 4:30-7 More>>
While you're away for Memorial day, or summer vacation, someone could be trying to break into your home! So police across the state are working to make your summer a safe one. Just let them know you're More>>
The Berkeley County Sheriff's Office DUI team has begun stepping-up their patrol for impaired driver, seatbelt violations and other traffic offenses during the upcoming summer months. More>>
The Beaufort County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's assistance in identifying a suspect of indecent exposure. More>>
The 37th season of the internationally known Spoleto Festival USA is under way. More>>
The Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center will host a Memorial Day ceremony Friday, May 24The Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center will host a Memorial Day ceremony Friday, May 24, at 10:00 a.m. in honor of the sacrifices of all Veterans and their families. Retired (Captain) Chaplain Roscoe More>>
The National Hurricane Center is changing the way it talks about storm surge in hopes that emergency officials, the media and the public can better understand the dangerous phenomenon. More>>
An exhibit of nearly 100 pieces created through the South Carolina Department of Mental Health's Art of Recovery program is opening on Friday.Art created by some people receiving mental health treatment in South Carolina is going on display in Charleston. More>>
Beachwalker Park is a public beach located on the southern end of Kiawah Island, just south of Charleston. More>>
Charleston Animal Society spokeswoman Kay Hyman says Lucky was underweight and fighting an infection at the site where he was branded.
This weekend, the Gullah Festival is returning to Beaufort for a 27th season.This weekend, the Gullah Festival is returning to Beaufort for a 27th season. More>>
The Aloft Festival gets under way Friday and runs through Monday. (courtesy - WSPA)Brightly colored hot air balloons will be flying over Simpsonville as part of an annual Memorial Day celebration. More>>
News 2 presents Jennie Moore Elementary with our Cool School award. More>>
Both fires are being investigated. More>>
The beach scene will be a lot different this season as Folly prepares for it's first full summer of no alcohol, and it's first dry Memorial Day. Folly Beach was the last remaining beach where alcohol More>>
The Boy Scouts of America threw open its ranks Thursday to gay Scouts but not gay Scout leaders - a fiercely contested compromise that some warned could fracture the organization and lead to mass defections of members and... More>>
The US Attorney's Office says there is no gray area any longer when it comes to these synthetics, but industry insiders say the laws governing such things are still a little hazy. More>>
The Boy Scouts of America's National Council has voted to ease a long-standing ban and allow openly gay boys to be accepted as Scouts. Of the local Scout leaders voting at their annual meeting in Texas, More>>
A federal judge has scheduled a hearing to formally settle lawsuits challenging the $650 million deepening of the Savannah River shipping channel.A federal judge has scheduled a hearing to formally settle lawsuits challenging the $650 million deepening of the Savannah River shipping channel. More>>
A new study shows that West Ashley, Johns Island and James Island residents who own property within 1,000 feet of the proposed I-526 extension route face potential negative impacts.
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More than 260-million acres of southern states are infested with fire ants. More>>
Justin Hess threw a four-hit shutout to make T.D. Davis' first-inning home run stand as No. 7 seed Georgia Southern downed No. 2 seed College of Charleston 2-0 on Thursday at the Southern Conference Baseball More>>
Today, a Moncks Corner woman is very thankful. News 2 first told you about Mamie Fludd back on March 22nd. The roof on her home was literally falling in everywhere. Willie Powell is a friend of "Miss. More>>
Federal forecasters are predicting yet another busy hurricane season. More>>
Wednesday May 15 a utility truck from Sumter fell over the Ravenel Bridge while doing repair work.Wednesday May 15 a utility truck from Sumter fell over the Ravenel Bridge while doing repair work. More>>
The project aspires to be a national model for research-oriented urban infill development. (courtesy - charlestonhorizon.com)An Atlanta firm has been selected to develop the master plan for Charleston's $1 billion Horizon development. The Horizon Development Foundation announced Thursday that Gateway Development Services More>>
The company will invest more than $1.7 million and is expected to create 30 additional new jobs. Mediterranean Shipping Company, a leader in the container shipping industry, Thursday announced plans to expand operations at its Charleston County facility. More>>
According to Isle of Palms Mayor Dick Cronin, the maximum fine for drinking on IOP is $1,092 or up to 30 days in jail. More>>
James Lamont Singleton Jr.Police say James Lamont Singleton, Jr. allegedly forced entry into a residence and during the burglary, the homeowner was shot. More>>
Officials at the Discovery School in North Charleston discovered they had been robbed and police say it was an inside job. More>>
Four formerly homeless men move into their own, brand new homes this week. More>>
French Acrobat group preps for Spoleto FestivalEarlier Wednesday afternoon, Le Grand C, a French physical theater group got in a final practice before it began performing during the Spoleto Festival. The 17 member group of acrobats focuses on tumbling More>>
Preparations continue as the gay community of the Charleston area prepare for the annual Pride Festival and parade. Organizers and supporters came together Sunday night to raise awareness and shine a More>>
As the weather, and the water warms up, you might be thinking of hitting the lake. You are not alone. Berkeley County Family YMCA Director Kimberly Nolte says, "We get a lot of phone calls, wanting to More>>
This week News 2 noticed several mentions from parents who have children with Strep throat on social media. Across the Lowcountry, folks are finding themselves with sore throats. "I have a lot of patients More>>
This plaque sits the base of the flagpole in the center of the Charleston 9 Memorial Park.CHARLESTON FIRE DEPARTMENT - The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation released a video entitled "Charleston 9: The Ultimate Sacrifice". The new documentary focuses on the recovery of the Charleston More>>
Sammy McCrae is 5'3", 160 pounds.The Berkeley County Sheriff's Office is searching for a suspect in connection with a shooting Tuesday night in the Goose Creek area.Two warrants have been issued for Sammy McCrae of Goose Creek charging More>>
David Smith and Teri Ann Smith.Four people were arrested in Eutawville Tuesday after out-of-state bounty hunters tried to arrest a wanted man. More>>
Mayor Joseph P. Riley, Jr. was joined by the CEO of the Palmetto South Carolina Region of the American Red Cross. Louise Welch Williams to encourage local residents who are looking for a way to help the More>>
Dog found with 300 burned into its bodyThis dog was identified with something acidic. The numbers are now permanent scars, says Charleston Animal Society's Dr. Sarah Boyd. More>>
Ryan Davis.Charleston City Police are asking for the public's help in locating Ryan Davis. Davis is wanted for three counts of malicious damage to personal property. Anyone with information about Davis can call Charleston More>>
Kenneth Justus died Tuesday night at the maximum security Lieber Correctional Institution in RidgevilleA 46-year-old man on death row for killing a fellow inmate has been found dead in his cell. More>>
State Troopers say the deputy involved in a wreck Sunday afternoon was at fault in the crash. The SC Highway Patrol will officially make the announcement later Wednesday.
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Academics and the arts go hand in hand and take center stage at Jennie Moore Elementary School for the Creative Arts. More>>
News 2 presents Northwood Academy with our Cool School Award More>>
Wednesday a career center, called the Community Connection Center, opens on Remount Road to help those in one of the most impoverished areas of the Lowcountry. More>>
Man in sinking boat swims to shore where police arrest him More>>
Fire officials confirm a fire at a store in the Publix shopping center off Central Avenue in Summerville. More>>
The restaurant is located at 945 Folly Road, as it intersects with Prescott Street. More>>
In the wake of Monday's tornado in Moore, Oklahoma, many around the nation and in the Lowcountry are opening up their wallets to give money towards helping the victims. More>>
A spinal clinic in North Charleston has been ordered by DHEC to stop performing invasive procedures after 3 patients were diagnosed with hepatitis B. More>>
The matchups have been announced for the 2013 Sertoma Classic. The Sertoma Classic is what many consider the unofficial kickoff to the high school football season. This two night event is played at Johnson More>>
Manager of North Charleston El Cheapo chasing suspect It was soon realized the suspect didn't want a cigarette. He reached for the bag of money, quickly stripped it and roughly $10-thousand from the store was gone. More>>
ACLU, faith and political leaders hold conference on statehouse steps to discuss immigration reform. More>>
According to Charleston County School District spokesperson, Jason Sakran, several schools were placed on lockdown Tuesday afternoon. More>>
Secretary of State Mark Hammond encourages South Carolinians seeking to help victims of natural disasters, including Monday's devastating tornado in Oklahoma, to do so wisely. More>>
Jenny Sanford has donated her scrapbooks, emails and letters to the College of Charleston.Jenny Sanford has donated her scrapbooks, emails and letters to the College of Charleston. More>>
In response to Monday's devastating tornado in Oklahoma, the American Red Cross has mobilized volunteers and has dispatched relief supplies and response vehicles to help people in need. More>>
A lightning strike started a house fire on Keenen Drive in Goose Creek Tuesday. More>>
Mira Winery, launched in September 2012, employs the craftsmanship of Napa Valley 100-point Winemaker Gustavo Gonzalez.Mira Winery will continue its history-making experiment next week when it retrieves four cases of its 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon from a three-month stay in the Charleston Harbor. More>>
Darius Rucker releases his third album as a country, solo artist Wednesday. While promoting his CD at WEZL, Rucker said it was the best album he's made in his career. More>>
No charges will be filed in the death of 80 year old Carlton Freeman, the double amputee killed after being mauled by dogs in St. George on May 8th. This decision comes after an extensive investigation More>>
In a news 2 special report, we take a look at how lawmakers are taking steps to make sure those who commit cyberbullying are held accountable for their actions, and what steps school districts are taking to deal with the growing problem.
Even though the tornado that devastated Oklahoma is half a country away, the Lowcountry chapter of the American Red Cross is preparing to help. More>>
The Coast Guard works with all law enforcement on the water to perform routine safety checks. As we approach Memorial Day, the Coast Guard uses this week to create awareness about boat safety as the shore celebrations are sure to begin. More>>
It's alligator mating season in South Carolina. That means you have a better chance of seeing alligators. Carl Possehl lives on the Goose Creek Reservoir. He says he loves to photograph the animals around More>>
Ray Manzarek, the keyboardist who was a founding member of The Doors, has died. He was 74. More>>
Police say their investigation indicates Damon Moody is no longer in the Midlands area. Monday afternoon authorities announced that the U.S. Marshals Task Force had arrested Damon Moody in Rock Hill, SC without incident. More>>
Sanford being sworn in as congressman for South Carolina's 1st District.Newly installed U.S. Rep. Mark Sanford is out doing the business of a congressman, meeting and greeting constituents in his South Carolina district. More>>
USS Yorktown to host a special art display as part of this year's Piccolo Spoleto FestivalPatriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum is partnering with Coast Guard Sector Charleston to host a special art display aboard the USS Yorktown as part of this year's Piccolo Spoleto Festival. More>>
Police are searching for a suspect pictured in surveillance images from Costco.On May 9, 2013 police responded to the Costco on Ashley Town Center Drive on the report of theft from a car. More>>
Horry County Sheriff's spokesman Sgt. Jeff Benton says 50-year-old Deputy Timothy Causey died Sunday at the Medical University of South Carolina. More>>
Jennie Moore Elementary School for the Creative Arts has a history that spans 60 years in Mount Pleasant. We're East of the Cooper for our Cool School of the week.
Courtesy: Associated PressOne Brazilian tourist was killed and 24 other people on board were injured. More>>
Your water bill could soon increase. Mount Pleasant Waterworks Commissioners are considering the increases to fund improvements to aging facilities and infrastructure. More>>
Isle of Palms police are directing traffic around what some officials are calling an apparent sinkhole. Palm Boulevard between 8th and 9th Avenues is closed as a hole that is about 2 feet deep and 2 More>>
The South Carolina Highway Patrol is investigating a traffic accident that happened at around 3:00 Sunday afternoon. A Charleston County sheriff's deputy was responding to a call of a separate accident More>>
The attorney for Ford said the charges stem from bookkeeping errors More>>
Police are investigating a shooting in North Charleston. One person has been sent to the hospital after an apparent shooting at the Murphy's gas station on Rivers Avenue and Otranto Road. Officials tell More>>
Authorities are reporting few problems with the Spring Harley-Davidson motorcycle Rally along the Grand Strand. Troopers say no bikers have been killed so far during the weeklong event, but they warn More>>
News 2 presents Academic Magnet High School with our cool school award More>>
The school's living history project creates a fun lesson and helps to discover student talent. News 2 presents Northwood Academy with our Cool School Award
A stroke, sometimes called a "brain attack," occurs when an artery to the brain becomes blocked or ruptures. More>>
Students at Academic Magnet are mastering a unique skill in high school. It's a signature program that is helping to produce outstanding scholars. More>>
Officers of the Horry County Police Department and agents with the US Marshal Service have captured two suspects wanted for murder in Virginia, officials said. On Monday, a Horry County Police Detective More>>
A rigorous curriculum, and competitive environment, Academic Magnet High School in Charleston county is one of the top high schools in the nation. We're in North Charleston for our Cool School of the week.
A new tech project designed to show off Charleston's technology efforts to residents and visitors alike is taking off. More>>
Bringing history to life to create a fun lesson and help discover talents, that's the goal of a unique program at Northwood Academy More>>
Gina DeJesusTwo women who went missing as teenagers about a decade ago were found alive Monday in a residential area about 2 miles south of downtown Cleveland. More>>
Former Governor, Mark Sanford and Elizabeth Colbert-Busch will debate Monday April 29 at 7pm in the Courvoisie Banquet Hall at the Citadel. More>>
Former South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford says his cellphone has been swamped with hundreds of calls this week after House Democrats sent an email telling donors to call the number. More>>
From debating a cardboard cutout to flashing a wad of cash, there have been some interesting campaign tactics in the race for the 1st congressional seat. Brian McGee is a communications professor at More>>
Former South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford has a slight edge in cash heading into the final days of the heated congressional race in state's 1st District. More>>
Former South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford and Democrat Elizabeth Colbert (KOHL'-buhrt) Busch are sharing the stage for the first time in their race for the state's vacant 1st Congressional District seat. More>>
Northwood Academy offers a Christian based education in a fun learning environment. We're in North Charleston for our Cool School of the week. More>>
News 2 presents College Park Elementary with our Cool School award More>>
Students at College Park Elementary are blasting off with math. An innovative and unique program has students eager to solve math problems. More>>
GEORGETOWN, SC (WBTW) - A Georgetown restaurant owner was arrested Tuesday after police said he solicited sex from teen boys at the restaurant. According to Georgetown Police Capt. Nelson Brown, Kenneth More>>
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WBTW) - More details were released Monday surrounding the sexual assault arrest of Myrtle Manor reality TV star Taylor Burt. Burt, 28, was arrested Saturday night and charged with criminal More>>
Innovative and unique programs, and motivated teachers and students, College Park Elementary School is making academics gains. More>>
News 2 presents St. John Catholic School with our Cool School award More>>
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