SC DOT, city of Charleston to pay settlement after 4 killed in 2023 'Widowmaker' tree crash

More than two years after four people died in a violent wreck with a tree dubbed “The Widowmaker,” the children of three of ...

SC primary runoffs are today. Plus, settlement reached in fatal ‘Widowmaker’ tree crash case.

In today’s news briefing, read about today’s runoff elections, a settlement related to a fatal car crash, a new coffee shop ...

Powder Magazine poised for new lease on life with comeback under city of Charleston management

One of Charleston's oldest buildings will soon welcome more visitors as the city prepares to take over daily operations at ...
WCBD

City of Charleston works to provide more affordable and workforce housing opportunities

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – The City of Charleston is looking to provide more housing for its residents, moving forward on a wider initiative. One new site is under consideration by the city’s planning ...
Post and Courier

Charleston to approve millions in flood mitigation; how to weigh in on Mount Pleasant’s budget

CHARLESTON — Anyone who lives, works or plays in Charleston is familiar with the city’s frequent flooding issues. Even on sunny days, roadways can become impassible. On April 14, City Council is set ...
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City of Charleston advances Pedestrian Scrambles as safety improvements downtown

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — Charleston city leaders are intensifying efforts to improve pedestrian safety across downtown, focusing on some of the city’s busiest and most dangerous intersections. The ...
Charleston City Paper

Meet the Best of Charleston 2026

We’ve cracked the case, and we didn’t even need a magnifying glass. Well, OK, some of us probably will. Yes, we’re back again with all your old favorites and new ones, too. Introducing 15 new ...