Tessa Spencer

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CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — Losing a loved one is never easy. Losing your only child in the prime of his life is unimaginable. Tisa Whack is still coping with the loss of her son, Tyrell, who died almost ten years ago. The 23-year-old was married, had started a family, and was looking forward to a bright future. Tyrell was the victim of gun violence. Since losing her son, Tisa has found a profound way to keep his memory alive while uplifting others who have lost a loved one to gun violence.

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Jalaysia is an active, energetic 11-year-old with a passion for sports, especially basketball. She loves the teamwork involved and the thrill of making a great shot. She’s a curious learner who loves science, finding it fascinating and full of discoveries about the world around us. Though math isn’t her favorite, she works hard to do well in school. Jalaysia dreams of becoming a professional basketball player when she grows up.

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MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (WCIV) — A Long Island, New York resident with Lowcountry roots, Leah Schanke has penned her first children's picture book. Schanke's love of history, coupled with her literary background, has come together to produce "Freedom At Dawn: Robert Smalls's Voyage Out of Slavery." The book will be available wherever books are sold beginning April 10, 2025. Read more about the author.

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CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — Not many inventors or visionaries can say they have had the opportunity to pitch the "sharks" on television's "Shark Tank." Chris Ruder is the coolest of exceptions. His attempt to revitalize the 1980s "Spikeball" through making a deal didn't go as planned. While Ruder left through the double doors empty-handed, all wasn't lost. Ruder said, "Shark Tank was incredible." Adding, "The beautiful part of our product is there's like this viral element built in." And he's right.

3 weeks ago | abcnews4.com | Tessa Spencer

Thu, April 3rd 2025 at 10:37 PMIn this segment, learn more about "Financial Literacy Month," non-profit Increasing H.O.P.E., and the annual Day of H.O.P.E. (WCIV)Save StoryShareMOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (WCIV) — News 4 is celebrating one year of "Minding Money Matters." Jefferson Award winner Dorothea Bernique has spent the last twelve months providing viewers with useful, practical financial tips.