CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – The Gauntlet is a rite of passage for cadets at The Citadel, marking the end of their first year through this rigorous physical and mental challenge. For first-year cadets, the Gauntlet officially marks the end of their time as “knobs” and signifies a transition into leadership roles. The Gauntlet is the […]
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MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (WCBD) – She has always been a professional at breaking news, but the news of Hanna Powers’ departure from News 2 is breaking the hearts of many. Hanna has been a part of the News 2 family for more than five years, first joining the team as a nightside reporter – then […]
GEORGETOWN COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD) – Emergency officials in Georgetown County are conducting a Smoke Detector Blitz to ensure homes have adequate smoke alarms. Georgetown County Fire and EMS crews will go door-to-door on Saturday in the McDonald’s community checking for working smoke alarms and installing them where needed. Students from the Georgetown and Carvers Bay […]
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – A unique program meant to reduce homelessness in the Lowcountry is launching a new community training program. Gateway to Housing pairs property owners with individuals at risk of experiencing homelessness, creating a low-barrier housing model. It’s the first program of its kind in South Carolina and aims to change the housing […]
CHARLESTON COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD) – Construction will begin Friday on the new roundabout in front of the new Johns Island Elementary School. Construction will take place at the intersection of River and Brownswood Road. Road work on River Road will cause periodic lane closures, shoulder closures, and other traffic control measures. Officials ask drivers to […]
CHARLESTON COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD)—Charleston County deputies recently apprehended a man wanted on charges in New York since 2021. The Charleston County Sheriff’s Office received a tip that Paul Etzel was in the county, so Deputy Micah Cox began investigating. Etzel was found shortly after on James Island and taken into custody. He was taken to […]
CHARLESTON COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD)–Many callers who report an emergency in Charleston County speak a different language, which can increase call volumes, making it harder for emergency personnel to respond. The Carbyne Apex Call handling solution is an advanced software that will provide a more comprehensive overview of emergencies, allowing first responders to act more quickly […]
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – Residents in a West Ashley community say they are concerned about a home currently being constructed in their neighborhood. “We are very concerned about this house because it’s being built on a lot of insufficient size, meaning the lot is too small and does not meet the requirements of the 6,000 […]
CHARLESTON COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD) – Authorities arrested a 23-year-old Charleston man on several charges connected to sexual crimes involving children. Parker William Adams was taken into custody Wednesday after the Charleston County Sheriff’s Office executed a search of his Brisbane Drive home. According to affidavits provided by the sheriff’s office, Adams possessed several devices that […]
GEORGETOWN COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD) – Outdoor burning in Georgetown County is temporarily prohibited. The county implemented a local ban on outdoor burning, effectively immediately, due to an elevated risk for wildfires over the next several days. “Elevated fire weather conditions will be present over the next several days and the threat of wildfires will be […]
