The Charleston County Sheriff's Office (CCSO) arrested an 18-year-old man Monday evening for carrying a fully automatic firearm on James Island.
London Willie Wright of Charleston faces charges of unlawful possession of a machine gun, according to the CCSO. Deputies stopped Wright near the intersection of Lemontree Lane and Jeffrey Road shortly after 6 p.m. due to suspicious behavior. When...
A downtown Charleston hotel, The Loutrel, has earned a coveted spot in Tripadvisor's Top 10 “Best of the Best” hotels for 2024. This prestigious list highlights hotels with exceptional reviews and opinions from travelers.
Although the Shore Hotel in Santa Monica, California, secured the top spot, The Loutrel in Charleston, South Carolina, ranked impressively high. The Shore Hotel, located steps...
Youth aging out of foster care often face instability and a high risk of homelessness. This challenge is now being addressed by new housing initiatives in Tampa Bay. Swan Lake Village, an affordable housing development by Blue Sky Communities in Lakeland, is at the forefront of this effort.
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The Charleston Water System has been given a 60-day ultimatum to address its persistent sewage overflow problems, or it could face legal action. This warning comes from the Southern Environmental Law Center, representing Charleston Waterkeeper, which issued a notice letter to the utility on Wednesday.
According to Emily Wyche, a staff attorney at the Southern Environmental Law Center, Charleston Water...
A luxurious waterfront residence on Daniel Island has set a new benchmark in the Charleston community's real estate market, selling for nearly $10.5 million. Located at 541 Old Compass Road in the prestigious Captain’s Island neighborhood, this property boasts an array of high-end features including an elevator, wet bar, wine cellar, three-car garage, breathtaking views of the Wando River,...
A new program is helping Tampa Bay Area teachers relax. At Thonotosassa Elementary School, teachers are enjoying the 'Hug-A-Dog' program by Kids and Canines, a non-profit that empowers kids and offers therapeutic benefits through dog training.
The program aims to provide teachers with a mental health break. Kids and Canines hopes to expand the program to more schools. They also...
Charleston will soon have a cutting-edge soccer facility off North US-17 in Awendaw. The South Carolina Surf Soccer Club, in partnership with a local family, has broken ground on this new youth soccer facility.
Phase one of the project will cover 12 acres, featuring over five acres of artificial turf. The land, located off Guerins Bridge Road, has been owned...
An escaped ape is currently at large in the Charleston area, prompting authorities to issue an urgent alert. The Colleton County Sheriff’s Office announced via social media that they are actively addressing the situation.
The loose primate was last seen wandering around Mallard Street in Walterboro, just north of Charleston. Authorities are urging residents to stay vigilant and report any...
Tampa Bay Area residents now have a new, convenient option for traveling to Germany. Discover Airlines has launched daily nonstop flights between Tampa International Airport and Frankfurt, making international travel more accessible than ever.
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This week, Discover Airlines, part of the Lufthansa Group, began offering daily routes. The airline initially...
A bear recently spotted wandering around neighborhoods in Hillsborough County remains uncaptured. Wildlife officials are urging residents to keep their distance from the animal.
The bear was first seen at a Tampa apartment complex. It then moved to a neighborhood in Town 'n' Country, where it climbed a tree. Local resident Joseph Budny had a close encounter with the bear...