Michal Higdon

Charleston

Anchor and Reporter at WCSC-TV (Charleston, SC)

Evening News Anchor at @live5news in Charleston, SC ☀️•Emmy, Murrow, AP award-winning journalist 🎥 •Wife 👩‍❤️‍💋‍👨 •@UF Alum 🐊 •Former Verified Journalist

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Major renovations underway at Charleston County Schools’ D4 Stadium

1 week ago | live5news.com | Michal Higdon

NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - The Charleston County School District‘s District 4 Stadium is undergoing a multi-million-dollar renovation project to add new fields and facilities. The changes are designed to make the property a nearly one-stop shop for student-athletes in North Charleston. The original $22 million D4 Stadium and project opened in 2020 and covers four schools: North Charleston High, Stall High, Academic Magnet High and Military Magnet Academy. The stadium seats 6,000 people.
Former Charleston fireman gets tens of thousands in payout after being ‘hazed’

3 weeks ago | live5news.com | Michal Higdon

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - A former City of Charleston firefighter has been paid $80,000 from the state’s insurance reserve fund after a lawsuit claiming he had permanent hearing loss from a “hazing” incident. According to court documents, George Belovis began employment with the City of Charleston in August 2019 and graduated from the 19-02 recruit class as a certified level 2 firefighter. He was hired to serve the Charleston community as a firefighter and EMT out of Station 13 on James Island.
Groups pen letter opposing gambling bills to be considered in S.C.

3 weeks ago | wrdw.com | Michal Higdon

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - Several religious organizations, including the Catholic Diocese of Charleston and the South Carolina Baptist Convention, released a joint letter opposing gambling bills in the Palmetto State. State leaders are discussing a bill that could potentially legalize gambling on horse racing and a sports betting bill with the potential development of a casino in Orangeburg County.
Groups pen letter opposing gambling bills being considered in South Carolina

3 weeks ago | live5news.com | Michal Higdon

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - Several religious organizations, including the Catholic Diocese of Charleston and the South Carolina Baptist Convention, released a joint letter opposing gambling bills in the Palmetto State. State leaders are discussing a bill that could potentially legalize gambling on horse racing and a sports betting bill with the potential development of a casino in Orangeburg County.
Over 100K expected to attend Beaufort Air Show this weekend

1 month ago | wtoc.com | Michal Higdon

BEAUFORT COUNTY, S.C. (WCSC) - From the U.S. Navy Blue Angels to the U.S. Army Golden Knights, helicopter rides and even bounce houses, there is something for everyone this weekend at the Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort for the 2025 Air Show. The two-day event honors 250 years of Marine Corps legacy. “The excitement is huge for the air show,” Mark Bortnem, Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort Commanding Officer, says.
People from around the world descend on Augusta for the Masters

1 month ago | live5news.com | Michal Higdon

AUGUSTA Ga., (WCSC/AP) - Fans who attended Tuesday’s practice round ahead of the Masters could not have asked for a more beautiful day at the Augusta National Golf Club. Tens of thousands of people made their way to the course, a goal people dream about reaching their entire lives. Patrons didn’t fare so well on Monday as the first day of practice was eventually suspended because of the weather that moved through the area. It was a disappointment for a trio of Canadians who drove 18.5 hours.
Lanes closed on Ashley Phosphate, police on scene of crash with injuries

1 month ago | live5news.com | Michal Higdon

NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - North Charleston Police are on the scene of an accident involving injuries on Ashley Phosphate Road at Palmetto Commerce Parkway. The call first came in at 8:45 p.m., and police confirm the westbound lanes are currently closed. The Charleston County Dispatch shows this crash involves a rollover and entrapment. No word right now on how many vehicles were involved or the extent of injuries reported. This is a developing story; check back for updates.
S.C. questions abound over dismantling of U.S. Education Deprtment

1 month ago | wrdw.com | Michal Higdon

COLUMBIA, S.C. - President Donald Trump has signed an executive order calling for the dismantling of the U.S. Department of Education, stating that all education authority will be turned over to the states and local communities. But what does that mean for South Carolina teachers and students — will they be impacted? And, with the dismantling, are any federal dollars at stake at the local level?
Questions surround SC impact after Trump orders dismantle of Dept. of Education

1 month ago | live5news.com | Michal Higdon

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - President Donald Trump has signed an executive order calling for the dismantling of the U.S. Department of Education, stating that all education authority will be turned over to the states and local communities. But what does that mean for South Carolina teachers and students — will they be impacted? And, with the dismantling, are any federal dollars at stake at the local level?
Downtown Charleston road closures set for annual St. Patrick’s Day parade

1 month ago | live5news.com | Michal Higdon |Summer Huechtker |Raphael James |Katie Kamin

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - Scheduled road closures will be in effect Monday morning for Charleston’s annual St. Patrick’s Day parade. The first road to close will be Radcliffe Street between Rutledge Avenue and King Street for the parade lineup starting at 9 a.m.At 9:30 a.m., King Street will close from Radcliffe Street to Calhoun Street. At 9:50 a.m., the entirety of the parade route, pictured below, will be closed down in anticipation of the parade’s 10 a.m. start.