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Earlier 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>>
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>>
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>>
Dwayne A. Thompson.A man is behind bars facing criminal sexual conduct charges for crimes dating back to 2008.
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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>>
Tonight's Powerball jackpot is up to a record $600 million. 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>>
A lawyer says a state Court of Appeals ruling clears the way for gamblers to sue for money they lose by playing illegal gambling machines. The court ruled Lauren Proctor could go forward with her lawsuit More>>
The Charleston International Airport confirms Delta flight 6194 made an emergency landing this morning about 9:15 after departing from Charleston. More>>
Get everything you need to prepare for the 2013 hurricane season Saturday at the James Island Hurricane Expo. More>>
Brittlebank Park is home to the second annual Charleston Beer Garden Saturday beginning at noon. More>>
A sign congratulating Candice sits outside a local business.Beaufort is abuzz with activity after Candice Glover claimed the crown of American Idol on the 12th season of the popular competition reality show. More>>
The National Weather Service is preparing to change the way they handle flood warnings. When a flood warning is issues, the entire county is covered by that warning. As an example, when the Santee River More>>
A traffic stop near Folly Road and Camp Road at about 1 a.m. Friday led to the arrest of two suspects who had committed an armed robbery 30 minutes earlier near Vanderhorst Street and Thomas Street downtown. More>>
The students of Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary went marching Friday afternoon, chanting, "Who are we marching for? MARY ASHLEY!" Mary Ashley Barbot is a special needs student at the school who More>>
Veterans of the World War II-era aircraft carrier USS Franklin are scheduled to hold their final reunion in South Carolina.Veterans of the World War II-era aircraft carrier USS Franklin are scheduled to hold their final reunion in South Carolina. More>>
Otis Rhodes. (courtesy - Walterboro City website)Walterboro's Public Safety Officer in no longer with the city. More>>
Police say Zyrale Jeter and an accomplice went to an address on Faglier Circle with the intention of robbing the homePolice have arrested a suspect in connection with an early morning home invasion Friday where two were shot. More>>
Police need the public's help in identifying these persons.Detectives are seeking to identify the individuals in the images from surveillance footage. More>>
The commission working to preserve the culture of slave descendants on the Southeast coast is holding its quarterly meeting. More>>
Candice Glover was crowned the new "American Idol" on Thursday after defeating country singer Kree Harrison.Candice Glover was crowned the new "American Idol" on Thursday after defeating country singer Kree Harrison. More>>
News 2 presents Academic Magnet High School with our cool school award More>>
When doctors diagnosed a third grade student at Beech Hill Elementary School with Leukemia, his classmates jumped into action. More>>
Crews say there was extensive damage to the home, but no one was injured. 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
The city of Charleston is proposing a new ordinance requiring more responsibility for bar owners. But only one of those proposed regulations is raising eyebrows. The ordinance was brought to the table More>>
Candice Glover was crowned the new "American Idol" on Thursday after defeating country singer Kree Harrison. The booming 23-year-old R&B vocalist from St. Helena Island, S.C., looked stunned when "Idol" More>>
A stroke, sometimes called a "brain attack," occurs when an artery to the brain becomes blocked or ruptures. More>>
Adopted parents Pam and Mark Crawford are suing the South Carolina Department of Social Services, the Medial University of South Carolina and the Greenville Hospital System because their intersex child More>>
Shortly before 8 Thursday morning, Charleston Police responded to James Island Charter High School in reference to a large altercation happening in the court yard. Seven students were detained for fighting More>>
Your children spend more than six hours a day, 180 days a year in school. However, a Reality Check Investigation found, nothing in the South Carolina State Code regulates how often those school buildings More>>
This week is National Police Week. Officials at Joint Base Charleston Air Base demonstrated several ways military police officers do their job. Folks from Combat Arms were there to show numerous weapons More>>
Charleston County Sheriff's Deputies are looking for a suspected drug dealer who led several law enforcement agencies on a high speed chase Monday, spanning three counties. More>>
Wednesday around 10 p.m. North Charleston Police and SWAT responded to shots fired on Salamander Creek Lane. More>>
Damien Stokes, Tyrell Miles and Brandon Brown have been charged with 1st degree burglary.Authorities have arrested three people in connection with a home invasion in Summerville on May 1.Police have charged three people in a home invasion: Damien Stokes, Tyrell Miles and Brandon Brown have More>>
Deputies with the Drug Enforcement Unit of the Berkeley County Sheriff's Office, along with agents from S.L.E.D., conducted an investigation at the Hidden Cove in Moncks Corner on May 14, 2013. More>>
Health officials say they found fecal bacteria in more than half of the water samples taken from Atlanta-area public swimming pools last summer. More>>
Thursday plans to widen the tiny road that runs in front of Ashley Ridge High School moves forward.
Engineers with the project will collect public comments on the design Thursday night at the school. More>>
Courtesy: Associated PressAt least two children also died in the powerful explosion in eastern Kabul. More>>
Courtesy: Associated PressThere's a toilet paper shortage in the country, in addition to a shortage of milk, butter, coffee and cornmeal. 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>>
Charleston Police officers say they have made an arrest after a traffic stop Wednesday night. Officers say they were able to catch the suspect. He is currently in custody.
Police tell News 2 they were performing a traffic stop near Highway 61 and Wappoo Road when the suspect fled the scene on foot.
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>>
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>>
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>>
Small class sizes, more one on one instruction, St. John Catholic School is focused on providing individualize instruction at all levels More>>
St. John Catholic School offers a quaint family environment for students. We're in North Charleston for our Cool School of the week. More>>
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News 2 presents the Rollings Middle School of the Arts with our Cool School award. All week we've shown you all the cool things taking place at Rollings Middle School of the Arts... Rollings offers More>>
Top notch talent is on display every day at Rollings Middle School of the Arts, a school with motivated academic scholars More>>
Community leaders visit early childhood learning centers during Week of the Young Child Celebration
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Talent and academic success, students at Rollings Middle School of the Arts take pride in both. We're in Summerville for our Cool School of the week.
News 2 presents James B. Edwards Elementary The School of Global leadership with our Cool School award More>>
A partnership with SPAWAR is helping to make learning fun at Oakbrook Middle School. We're in Dorchester district two for our cool school of the week.
James B. Edwards Elementary the School of Global Leadership is a partial magnet school this year. Students have a new tune and are developing leadership skills More>>
Big things are happening at James B. Edwards Elementary the School of Global Leadership. Students there are on the move. We're in Mount Pleasant for our Cool School of the week. More>>
The identity of a toddler left on the front porch of a stranger's home in Anderson County remains a mystery. More>>
The Berkeley County Sheriff's Office arrested 34-year old Scott Michael Grimm and charged him for manufacturing and possessing methamphetamine with the intent to sell.
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A Beaufort woman is accused of child neglect and animal cruelty after investigators say they found four children and dozens of pets living in unsanitary conditions. More>>
News 2 presents Oakbrook Middle School with our Cool School award More>>
Oakbrook Middle School offers unique programs and makes learning fun for students. We're in Dorchester district two for our cool school of the week.
News 2 presents Hanahan Middle School with Cool School award. More>>
It looks like former Gov. Mark Sanford will face off against Curtis Bostic in the primary runoff in two weeks. While there will be an automatic recount to see who came in second place, even Bostic's opponent More>>
A school wide incentives and rewards program at Hanahan Middle School has students reaching for books, and by doing so, they're reaching new heights as well More>>
The new South Carolina voter ID law is in full swing during Tuesday's Primary election. More>>
Hanahan Middle School has true Hawk pride. Students at the award winning school have many talents. More>>
Ashley River Creative Arts is nationally recognized for it's arts integration program. It's a community school with a unique curriculum. More>>
News 2 presents Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary with our Cool School award More>>
Discussion on Thunderstorms More>>
Lightning Danger Discussed More>>
SCGOP Chairman Chad Connelly announced today a First Congressional District Runoff debate to be held on Thursday evening, March 28 in Charleston, South Carolina. Held on the campus of Porter-Gaud School, More>>
If you believe the room is spinning but you are not, ask your doctor about a check up. What may have started as an allergic reaction may have triggered vertigo.
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Summerville public works officials are warning residents who live near Chandler Bridge Creek, Eagle Creek and portions of the Ashley River to avoid contact with the water for the next few days. There More>>
Students at Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary School are confident, and proud to talk about their school. They call their school unique and fun. More>>
A water main break in North Charleston is causing some traffic issues. More>>
Random search turned up pot in the baggage for a US Airways flight to Charleston More>>
The U.S. Coast Guard released a surveillance picture of a missing American boat captain named Larry who was aboard a vessel On the Weigh that was found broken into pieces off the coast of Florida. More>>
According to the Berkeley County Coroner, 34-year-old Keith Richardson died this morning after accidentally crashing his vehicle on Nash Road. More>>
News 2 presents J.K. Gourdin Elementary with our Cool School Award More>>
J.K. Gourdin Elementary is a school that stands strong on community support, from the young and the young at heart. More>>
The path to a good night's sleep may seem counter-intuitive. A new poll shows those who exercise the most get the best sleep. More>>
From stellar programs to academic gains, J.K. Gourdin Elementary School in Berkeley county is on the move More>>
News 2 presents Jane Edwards Elementary with the news 2 Cool School award More>>
A North Charleston man says the man who fatally shot his nephew on Saratoga Avenue in North Charleston had been at his house for dinner the day before. Darrel Greene says he is distraught over the death More>>
Students at Jane Edwards Elementary are learning curriculum standards through a hands on and fun community project. More>>
Will a new effort be enough to keep things safe at an intersection where two crossing guards have been run over in the past nine months and some say the worst has yet to happen--- More>>
They have been on the front lines for our nation's military for years, and now the same technology is on its way to local law enforcement near you.Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) are on the fast track to More>>
Jane Edwards Elementary is a small rural community school with a lot of charm More>>
News 2 presents Mason Preparatory School with our Cool School award. More>>
The College of Charleston-CSU college baseball game scheduled for Tuesday afternoon at Buc field, was originally pushed back to a 6:00 start at Patriot's Point. Due to the rain, the game has been pushed More>>
At least two people were shot early this morning on Dorchester Road. According to North Charleston Police spokesman Spencer Pryor, the shooting started after the victims left Club Charley O'.
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Daveline Leshon HolmesThe woman who police say caused a wreck, the ultimately killed a Kingstree basketball coach in Williamsburg county is now charged. The wreck happened Tuesday night when 39 year old Sonya Burgess was driving More>>
The State Department of Transportation is looking to improve safety on a dangerous stretch of Interstate 26 with a $5 million plan. More>>
At about 2:30 Tuesday afternoon, officers responded to the Regions Bank at 2210 Ashley Phosphate Road in reference to a robbery. According to the teller, the suspect walked into the bank and presented More>>
Are you ready for the Charleston RiverDogs' annual Food & Beverage Job Fair? Interested folks can apply for gameday working positions with the Class-A affiliate of the New York Yankees. The first one More>>
A man, facing weapons charges, has surrendered to Charleston police. 21 year old Jamal Rollerson was wanted for several charges including possession of a firearm by a convicted felon and the unlawful More>>
A former employee with the City of Charleston is charged with embezzlement. The city says when Antonio Rutledge was employed with the City, it is believed he embezzled approximately $46,000 for personal More>>
Georgetown Middle School receives Cool School award More>>
Beginning June 1, Charleston Southern University's Department of Religion will transition to a School of Christian Studies. "The transition to a School of Christian Studies is rooted in our desire to More>>
Charleston Police arrested a teen Monday for the February 11, 2013 burglary of an Affirmation Boulevard home. More>>
Wednesday morning Mount Pleasant Police responded to a hold up alarm at Suntrust Bank on Johnnie Dodds Blvd. According to police a white male entered the bank brandishing a weapon and demanded money. The More>>
US Congressman John Lewis said he wanted to be a preacher when he was a child. But his early years in Alabama were spent preaching only to chickens in a chicken coop. More>>
Alice Boland, the woman who is accused of pointing a gun at Ashley Hall officials on Monday, was indicted on charges of threatening the life of a President George W. Bush while in a Canadian airport in 2005.
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NTSB held a press conference Thursday morning to discuss the investigation into the Boeing 787 batteries. More>>
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