South Carolina is currently experiencing a critical shortage of foster parents, with a pressing demand for those willing to care for teenagers. Recent reports have highlighted the plight of children, particularly adolescents, awaiting foster care placement, some of whom have been found sleeping in the offices of the Sumter County Department of Social Services (DSS). Despite recent inspections by...
The Charleston Compost initiative has grown, adding six new locations for residents to dispose of their kitchen waste, bringing the total to 20 sites throughout Charleston County. Launched in 2021 with just three sites, the program aims to significantly reduce environmental impact by diverting food waste from the landfill, potentially extending its lifespan by 12 to 15 years.
Collected food...
A significant storm system is sweeping through the low country, prompting the issuance of a flash flood warning for Charleston and Berkeley Counties on Thursday morning.
The National Weather Service reports that Downtown Charleston and Mount Pleasant will experience heavy rainfalls today, leading to numerous road closures in Charleston.
Flash Flood Warning including Charleston SC, North Charleston SC and Mount Pleasant...
Hold onto your hats, Bay area! A Tornado Watch is in full swing until 3 p.m., sending a ripple of caution through our coastal communities. With a cold front looming, thunderstorms are poised to roll in on Thursday, sparking a domino effect of weather activity. The Nature Coast is first in line for the stormy spectacle, expecting the onslaught...
In a bid to address the alarming surge in gun violence, Tampa Police Chief Lee Bercaw has launched a staunch commitment to bolster safety across the city.
Chief Bercaw Addresses Mass Casualty Incident
Today, we released the Community Debrief following the Mass Casualty Incident that occurred on October 29, 2023.
In the wake of this release, yesterday, our community experienced another tragedy...
Amidst the chaos near Armature Works in Tampa, a 17-year-old has been apprehended in connection to Tuesday's shooting incident that left four individuals injured, including three innocent bystanders.
CHIEF BERCAW TO PROVIDE UPDATE ON OLA AVE SHOOTING
Publicado por Tampa Police Department en Martes, 9 de abril de 2024
The teenager faces charges of second-degree attempted murder with a firearm and felon...
After over 15 years of planning, the Winding Woods Industrial Park in Dorchester County is nearing completion, promising to significantly boost job opportunities and product accessibility for the region. Situated in Saint George, the 1,300-acre park includes Port 95, a pivotal private development designed to host distribution and manufacturing centers for various companies.
Currently, construction is underway on the first...
Charleston is about to welcome one of America's favorite frozen custard shops, Whit’s, with a grand opening planned at 1989 Maybank Hwy on James Island in the coming months.
Founded by Lisa and Chuck Whitman in Granville, Ohio, in March 2003, Whit’s has grown into a cherished ice cream destination with over 70 locations across 10 states, including two in...
Charleston is on the brink of adopting a groundbreaking zoning approach, known as elevation-based zoning, in response to rising sea levels. If implemented, Charleston would lead the nation as the first city to fully integrate sea level rise considerations into its development decisions.
The current zoning code in Charleston dates back to 1966. The proposed changes include elevation-based zoning measures...
In the heart of downtown Tampa, tragedy struck near the iconic Armature Works as gunfire left four individuals injured. Tampa Police Chief Lee Bercaw disclosed that the incident unfolded Tuesday afternoon near the 1900 block of North Ola Avenue. Initially, a "disturbance" between two groups quickly escalated into violence, disrupting the peace of the popular gathering spot. As the...