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Charleston News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Hosted by Corey with the Story, Charleston News Today delivers fast, focused daily updates on the stories shaping Charleston, South Carolina—from local news and business to culture, sports, and community developments. Designed for quick, on-the-go listening, each episode brings you up to speed in minutes. Produced by AI for speed, consistency, and global scale, the show is part of The Daily News Now network—bringing local news to every city in the world and keeping communities connected…
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Arrest in Summerville Child Abuse Case | Charleston News
A chilling arrest in Summerville, South Carolina: 32-year-old Kadeem Salters is behind bars facing multiple serious charges after allegedly drugging and…
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Gun Fired Near School No Injuries | Charleston News
Gunfire erupted near C.E. Williams Middle School Tuesday morning after a 21-year-old, Zavion Blanding, discharged a newly purchased firearm in a wooded area…
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Pawleys Island School Closes Amid Legal Storm | Charleston News
Pawleys Island Christian Academy is closing its doors amid a years-long scandal involving convicted sex offender Warren Perry, who was once a custodian at the…
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Murdaugh’s New Trial Unfolds | Charleston News
Alex Murdaugh’s legal team is pushing to throw out murder charges after his previous conviction was overturned, citing false testimony and fabricated evidence…
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Hickory Trees: Nature's Tough Nut | Charleston News
Hickory trees are nature’s hidden powerhouses—beyond their stunning fall colors, they feed hundreds of moth and butterfly species and hide tough-to-crack nuts…
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Joint Base Graham Renamed, Senate Race Heats Up | Charleston News
Joint Base Charleston is now Joint Base Lindsey Graham — a powerful tribute to the late senator’s 33-year Air Force career and public service. The renaming…
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South Carolina Senate Race Update | Charleston News
South Carolina heads to the polls today for a high-stakes Republican Senate nomination race triggered by the unexpected passing of Senator Lindsey Graham in…
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South Carolina GOP Senate Primary Live | Charleston News
South Carolina’s Republican Senate primary is heating up with ten candidates vying for the nomination — a diverse field that could shape the GOP’s future in…
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Murdaugh’s New Trial Faces Legal Pushback | Charleston News
Alex Murdaugh’s defense is mounting a fierce legal challenge to throw out murder charges ahead of his spring trial, following the state supreme court’s July…
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Should You Bail on the Stock Market | Charleston News
Is it time to bail on the stock market? With wild swings and decades of experience on the line, experts say there’s no simple answer—your personal goals, risk…
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Protect the Dunes Before It’s Too Late | Charleston News
Coastal dunes are vanishing underfoot — and scientists are warning that this silent erosion could flood our shores and wipe out wildlife. Those dune plants you…
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Charleston Schools Embrace AI Responsibly | Charleston News
Charleston County Schools is leading the nation by embracing AI—not banning it—through a bold new policy focused on responsible use. Instead of shutting it…
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Perseids Fireballs & Six Planets Align | Charleston News
Get ready for a cosmic spectacle this August—mark your calendars for the Perseids meteor shower peaking on the 12th, promising up to 100 dazzling shooting…
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Peninsula Promise Launches Big Education Push | Charleston News
Charleston County School District just launched the bold Peninsula Promise to unlock educational potential for every family—from preschool through high school…
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Charleston Schools Invest Heavily in Student Support | Charleston News
Charleston County School District is pouring over $11 million into a bold new initiative to transform student support—boosting special education, teacher…
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Banana Pudding, Done Right (and Wild) | Charleston News
Banana pudding just got a whole lot more interesting—from silky homemade custards to deep-fried hand pies. Swank Desserts’ viral pudding, born from a kitchen…
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Police Chief Resigns Amid Prosecution Fallout | Charleston News
North Charleston’s police chief Ron Camacho resigned after facing intense scrutiny from Solicitor Scarlett Wilson, who accused his department of systemic…
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South Carolina Students Soar in Reading and Math | Charleston News
South Carolina’s students are smashing reading and math benchmarks—with English scores soaring 8 points and over 61% now meeting or exceeding grade-level…
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Charleston Changes: Chief, Base, Sushi, Stormwater | Charleston News
North Charleston welcomes its new police chief, Scott Perry, following the ousting of Ron Camacho after a yearlong investigation — Camacho’s tenure lasted just…
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South Carolina Races to Fill Senate Seat | Charleston News
South Carolina’s Republican Senate race is heating up fast after Senator Lindsey Graham’s passing, with over 61,000 early votes already cast in just three days…
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Joint Base Honors Lindsey Graham | Charleston News
Joint Base Charleston is now Joint Base Lindsey Graham, honoring the late Senator’s 33-year military career and his deep ties to the Air Force. The official…
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Engineer Sentenced for Covering Up Ship Crisis | Charleston News
Chief engineer Fernando San Juan of the MSC Michigan VII got sentenced to a $2,000 fine for failing to report critical engine failures and obstructing the…
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Charleston Cop Busts Drug Trafficker | Charleston News
Charleston PD just made a major bust—27-year-old Jordan Hosey was caught trafficking cocaine and crack, plus possession of marijuana and resisting arrest…
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Air Quality Matters for Schools | Charleston News
Air quality matters more than you think—especially for kids. The AQI color-coded scale from green to maroon tells us how clean the air is, and schools in…
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North Charleston Police Chief Resigns | Charleston News
North Charleston’s police chief, Ronald Camacho, has abruptly resigned—no reason given—just two years after taking the helm, amid reports of investigations and…
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North Charleston Police Chief Transition | Charleston News
North Charleston’s Police Chief Ronald Camacho has stepped down, with Assistant Chief Scott Perry — a veteran with over 30 years in the department and a…
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North Charleston PD Leadership Shake-Up | Charleston News
North Charleston’s police chief Roland Camacho has stepped down after just under two years on the job, amid a yearlong HR investigation that began with a…
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Counterfeit NeeDohs and Fake Luxury Goods Busted | Charleston News
South Carolina police smashed a massive counterfeit ring worth over $214,000, seizing fake NeeDoh toys and knockoff designer phone cases from Gucci and Louis…
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Storage Unit Finds 25lbs Cocaine Meth | Charleston News
Someone snapped up a storage unit in east Charlotte at auction—only to discover 25 pounds of cocaine, plus meth and fentanyl—turning what should’ve been a…
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Red Snapper Fishing Proposal Update | Charleston News
South Carolina’s DNR is proposing a new exempted fishing permit that could unlock a special red snapper season in October—complete with mandatory catch…
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South Carolina GOP Senate Race Heats Up | Charleston News
South Carolina’s Republican primary today pits ten candidates against each other to fill the U.S. Senate seat vacated by Senator Lindsey Graham — including his…
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South Carolina Eyes Utility Merger Windfall | Charleston News
South Carolina lawmakers are eyeing a major financial win as Dominion Energy eyes a massive merger — and they’re not just watching from the sidelines. With…
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Three Atlantic Systems Watching | Charleston News
Three tropical systems are brewing in the Atlantic, with one near Cabo Verde gaining serious momentum—60% chance of becoming a storm by midweek. Another near…
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SETD2 Mutation Reveals New Kidney Cancer Target | Charleston News
Scientists at the Medical University of South Carolina uncovered a game-changing insight into aggressive kidney cancer: tumors with a broken SETD2 gene become…
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Bridge Battle That Broke a General | Charleston News
On July 17, 1781, a pivotal battle erupted over a wooden bridge spanning Quinby Creek as Patriot forces raced to reclaim vital supply routes in Berkeley…
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Karen Cordray: From Floppy Disks to Summa Cum Laude | Charleston News
Karen Cordray defied early career setbacks by buying her own computer in 1985, teaching herself to code and impressing law enforcement with her tech skills…
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El Niño Brings Rain to South Carolina | Charleston News
El Niño is rolling in, promising a wetter winter for South Carolina — not snow, but serious rain from late 2026 into early 2027, potentially breaking droughts…
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Stolen Car Chase Ends in House Crash | Charleston News
A stolen car chase in Goose Creek, South Carolina, ended with a wild crash into a home on Giles Drive—no one was home to greet the driver, who then fled on…
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Sister Accidentally Shoots Brother | Charleston News
A four-year-old boy was shot in the face by his own sister after a gun was left unsecured in a car — a horrifying accident that sparked legal fallout. The…
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Mark Sanford Campaign Stops Before Election | Charleston News
Mark Sanford is hitting the road across South Carolina—Rock Hill, Spartanburg, Columbia, and Myrtle Beach—on Monday, stopping to chat with voters and the press…
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Submit Your Coastal Photos for SCDES Contest | Charleston News
Show off your coastal eye! South Carolina’s DESE is hosting its annual photography contest, with the grand prize being your photo on the 2027 Tide Tables…
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Small Plane Lands in Woods | Charleston News
Small Plane Lands in Woods | Charleston News
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Teacher’s Heroic Rescue Ends Tragically | Charleston News
A heroic teacher from Georgia, Derrick Moore, drowned while saving a young girl from a deadly rip current in Myrtle Beach. Despite not knowing the child, he…
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Sun’s Surface Reveals Never-Seen Feathery Patterns | Charleston News
Scientists just unveiled the most detailed images ever captured of the sun’s surface, revealing wild, feathery patterns that look like Van Gogh’s Starry…
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Teen Caught in Facebook Marketplace Robberies | Charleston News
A local teen is behind a spree of robberies linked to Facebook Marketplace deals, meeting victims in Pinewood to snatch their goods after fake transactions…
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Join the Autism Awareness 5K | Charleston News
Join the free 5K walk/run at Park Circle this Saturday, August 15th, to celebrate autism awareness and community inclusion! Kick off at 8 AM with activities…
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Folly Beach’s Living Shoreline | Charleston News
Folly Beach is pioneering a living shoreline — no concrete walls here, just oyster reefs and native plants working with nature to fight erosion. This…
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New Traffic Circle Opens in Charleston | Charleston News
Charleston County’s new traffic circle at Fort Johnson and Camp Road opens Monday, August 10th—drivers must follow electronic signs and detours while crews…
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Permanent Daylight Saving Time Debate | Charleston News
A new bill could make daylight saving time permanent, eliminating the twice-yearly clock switch—but at a cost: winter sunrises might not rise until nearly 9…
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South Carolina Senate Primary Intensifies | Charleston News
South Carolina’s Republican Senate primary is boiling down to Tuesday, with ten fierce contenders battling it out—early voting already surged past 41,000…
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Greenville Raid Seizes $214K in Fake Goods | Charleston News
Law enforcement in Greenville, South Carolina, smashed a counterfeit operation at Haywood Mall, seizing over $200K worth of fake NeeDoh squishy toys and…
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Police Dept Gives 1000 Families School Supplies | Charleston News
North Charleston Police turned a simple school supply giveaway into a vibrant community celebration, handing out backpacks and essentials to 1,000 families…
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Orangeburg Homicide Suspects Arrested | Charleston News
Two teens in Orangeburg County have turned themselves in after being linked to a July homicide, while a third suspect was fatally shot during a high-speed…
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Lowcountry Pedestrian Safety Upgrade | Charleston News
Six South Carolina counties and the state DOT are teaming up with $10 million to make intersections safer for pedestrians and cyclists by installing smarter…
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Powerball Jackpot Hits $856 Million | Charleston News
Powerball’s jackpot just hit an eye-popping $856 million—making it the eighth largest in history and the biggest since that record-shattering $1.8 billion win…
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Back 2 School Bash at Trinity Church | Charleston News
Trinity Church is hosting a free Back 2 School Community Event this Saturday, August 8th, from 10 AM to 2 PM at Cooper Store Road in Moncks Corner — perfect…
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Ant Bites Lead to Elderly Woman's Death | Charleston News
An 83-year-old Alzheimer’s patient died two weeks after suffering over 1,000 ant bites at a West Ashley nursing home — an incident that has sparked a police…
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South Carolina Senate Race Heat-Up | Charleston News
South Carolina’s U.S. Senate race heats up as five Republican contenders battle it out in a high-stakes special primary on August eleventh—this isn’t just any…
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Colleton County Pushes Back on Data Centers | Charleston News
Colleton County residents are fighting back against data center plans, pushing for a new zoning district to control where these facilities can go — but locals…
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Two Fatal Fires Shake Pierpont Community | Charleston News
A deadly house fire erupted on Oakland Road Thursday night, claiming a life and leaving the community reeling—just days after another fatal blaze in Pierpont…