Hanahan Mayor Pro Tem Arrested in Federal Child Sex Abuse Case
Authorities allege Kevin Hedgpeth participated in an online forum that facilitated the sale of child sexual abuse material and communicated directly with minors to obtain explicit content.
19-Year-Old Gets Life In Prison for Gruesome Moncks Corner Murder
A 19-year-old man has been sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole in connection with a 2022 killing that prosecutors described as calculated and brutal.
Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office Debuts First Episode of New Podcast
The Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office is expanding its outreach efforts with the launch of a new podcast aimed at giving residents a closer look at the people and work behind the agency.
Man Who Escaped Police Custody in Berkeley County Turns Himself In
Jovon Perlote, 18, turned himself in Monday afternoon, according to Summerville Police Deputy Chief Chris Hirsch. He was transported to the Berkeley County Detention Center.
GoFundMe Created for Capy’s Italian Restaurant Owner After Heart Failure Diagnosis
The family behind a well-known local restaurant is asking for community support after a sudden medical emergency left one of its owners fighting for his life.
Hanahan Mayor Faces Ethics Hearing Over Land Deal Allegations
A formal ethics hearing is set for Hanahan Mayor Christie Rainwater after state officials said there’s enough evidence to move forward with allegations involving the city’s controversial land deals.
Goose Creek Fire Department to Host Community Open House on May 16
The Goose Creek Fire Department is opening its doors to the community next month, offering residents a behind‑the‑scenes look at fire operations and hands‑on safety education during a family‑friendly open house.
Boil Water Advisory Lifted for Berkeley County After Water Line Repair
A boil water advisory is in effect for approximately 4,200 BCWS customers as crews work to repair a broken water line beneath the Tail Race Canal.
Goose Creek Man Dies After Being Pulled From Water at Folly Beach
A Goose Creek man died Sunday after being pulled from the water on Folly Beach, according to the Charleston County Coroner’s Office.
Moncks Corner Invites Residents to Help Shape New Safety Action Plan
With serious crashes occurring on local roads roughly once a month, Moncks Corner officials are urging residents to help shape the town’s next steps toward safer streets.
