Megan Fee
WCBD
Charleston, SC, United States
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ROAD CLOSURES: What to expect during the 2023 PNC Bank Charleston Half Marathon
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) — The thirteenth annual PNC Bank Charleston Half Marathon is making its return to the city Saturday, and organizers said the race route will impact traffic. According to a press release, the half marathon distance will start at Burke High School in Charleston at 7:30 a.m. Then, at 8:30 a.m., the Shrimp […] → Read More
Lowcountry volunteer heads to California to help with storm damage
SUMMERVILLE, S.C. (WCBD) — Millions of people are under flood alerts in California as severe winter storms hammer communities across the state, and one Lowcountry man is boarding a flight to help with the aftermath. Mike Scott of Summerville said he has volunteered with the American Red Cross for about two and a half years […] → Read More
NEW YEAR’S TRAVEL: What to know before your road trip home
MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (WCBD) — Monday is expected to be one of the most congested days on the roadways in the past two weeks as holiday travelers mix with commuters, according to AAA. Between December 23 and January 2, experts at AAA projected over 102 million people would drive to reach their holiday destination. According […] → Read More
Gas prices to fall 50 cents in 2023, experts predict
MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (WCBD) — The yearly national average price of gas is projected to be nearly 50 cents cheaper in 2023 than in 2022, according to data from GasBuddy. GasBuddy’s 2023 Fuel Outlook predicted the average price per gallon nationwide in the new year will be $3.49. “The average household is going to be […] → Read More
Charleston International passengers frustrated over flight cancellations, delays
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) — Travel chaos continues Tuesday at Charleston International Airport as thousands of flight cancellations nationwide wreak havoc for passengers heading home from holiday celebrations. As of 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, 24 flights had been canceled in the past 24 hours at Charleston International Airport, according to FlightAware. Nationwide on Tuesday, over 2,900 […] → Read More
Charleston International Airport matches 2021 record for guns found at TSA
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – Officials at Charleston International Airport are reminding holiday travelers not to bring a firearm to the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) checkp… → Read More
HOLIDAY TRAVEL: Tips for traveling with a newborn
MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (WCBD) — Traveling during the holidays can bring on a lot of stress, and taking along an extra passenger can pose new challenges. That’s why local health experts are sharing tips on how to make traveling with a newborn a bit easier this season. “The best thing to do is be flexible,” […] → Read More
State leaders raise awareness for drunk driving during Designated Driver Appreciation Week
MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (WCBD) — Ahead of the holidays, advocates for victims of DUI crashes are partnering with state leaders to remind South Carolinians of the risks of drunk driving. Mothers Against Drunk Driving South Carolina (MADD), in collaboration with Governor Henry McMaster, have declared Dec. 11-17 South Carolina’s first ever Designated Driver Appreciation Week. […] → Read More
Special election scheduled to fill vacancy on Charleston County School Board
CHARLESTON COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD) – A special election will be held to fill a now-vacant seat on the Charleston County School Board. Charleston County’s legislative delegation was set to discuss the vacancy during a joint delegation meeting on Monday afternoon. That item will now be removed from the agenda, according to State Senator Sandy Senn. […] → Read More
FLU UPDATE: South Carolina reports 100x more cases, 50x more hospitalizations than last year
MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (WCBD) — State health officials are making efforts to get more South Carolina residents vaccinated during one of the earliest, most active flu seasons in recent years. According to South Carolina’s Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC), South Carolina has experienced over 100 times the number of flu cases — and […] → Read More
Are gas prices on the rise this Thanksgiving? How you can save:
MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (WCBD) – Are you making plans to travel for the upcoming holiday weekend? Gas prices are expected to reach record highs leading up to Thanksgiving as more Americans plan to hit the road this year. Fuel savings platform, GasBuddy, said gas prices are projected to hit $3.68 a gallon on Thanksgiving Day. […] → Read More
Why are lights out on the Ravenel Bridge?
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD)- Lights on the Ravenel Bridge have been out for more than a week, leaving drivers in the dark during their nighttime commutes. According to officials with the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT), a power transformer responsible for powering lights on the bridge suffered damage when Hurricane Ian hit the Lowcountry coast. […] → Read More
SCDMV: Changing to a South Carolina license
MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (WCBD) — If you’ve recently moved to South Carolina, it might be time for you to apply for a new driver’s license. According to South Carolina’s Department of Motor Vehicles (SCDMV), if you have a valid driver’s license or identification card from another state and your permanently move to South Carolina, you […] → Read More
Labor Day crowds return to normal for beach businesses
SULLIVAN’S ISLAND, S.C. (WCBD) — From the shops to the sand, leaders across the Lowcountry’s beaches said this is the first Labor Day weekend “back to normal” since before the pandemic. Sullivan’s Island mayor Patrick O’Neil said although the threat of rain resulted in a slightly quieter weekend than anticipated, local leaders are happy to […] → Read More
SCDMV: How the point system works in South Carolina
MOUNT PLEASANT (WCBD) — Not only can breaking traffic laws result in a costly ticket — it can also add points to your driving record, according to South Carolina’s Department of Motor Vehicles (SCDMV). The purpose of the point system is to make problem drivers improve their habits, and to protect innocent people from “careless […] → Read More
SCDMV hosts mobile REAL ID events
ANDERSON, S.C. (WCBD) — The South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles (SCDMV) is hosting several mobile events to encourage residents to get “REAL ID ready.” Beginning May 3, 2023, South Carolina residents must have a gold star on their driver’s license or identification card to show it is a REAL ID in order to board […] → Read More
BCSD officials share updates on staffing, safety, transportation
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD) — Berkeley County School District (BCSD) officials provided updates on progress made over the summer regarding teacher staffing, school security and bus driver vacancies. BCSD students are headed back to school Monday, and the district expects to see between 37,000 and 38,000 students enrolled in their schools this year. “We’re growing […] → Read More
Parents concerned students must cross highway on walk to school
WEST ASHLEY, S.C. (WCBD) — West Ashley parents are voicing concerns about children having to cross Savannah Highway on their walk to a Charleston County elementary school. Parents said groups of families will band together to form a “blockade” against cars speeding by — making themselves more visible on the busy stretch of highway. Sara […] → Read More
Teachers, parents concerned about CCSD portable classroom safety
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) — Charleston County School District (CCSD) will continue using portable classrooms in the upcoming school year, and both teachers and parents have expressed concerns about overcrowding. CCSD officials said the trailers lie within an “established, secure perimeter” of the school’s campus. “If someone does get beyond the outside fenceline into the campus, […] → Read More
‘See something, say something’: NCPD takes part in National Night Out
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – The North Charleston Police Department (NCPD) will host a block party for National Night Out Tuesday to strengthen relationships with the community. The event is designed to heighten crime and drug prevention awareness, strengthen neighborhood spirit and send a message to criminals that neighborhoods are fighting back, according to the […] → Read More