Daily editionTuesday, September 15th, 2026
Good morning, North Charleston.
The 5AM North Charleston Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 15th of September.
Business
Charleston County launched an AI tool today to help small businesses in North Charleston improve their operations.
The new system offers step-by-step guidance for streamlined tech support and plans further updates soon.
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Culture
Al Roker, the Today weather anchor, visited Charleston Sept. 10-12 as a featured guest at the Up, Up and Read Children's Literary Festival and praised Chez Nous (specializing in Southern French and Italian dishes) and Hannibal’s Kitchen, known for its soul food.
The Post and CourierRead more
Education
Wando High School hosted a cosmic Q&A as astronomer Blake Crosby answered local students' questions about Pluto’s status and the universe’s edge (a lively discussion on space science).
The Post and CourierRead more
Charleston County School District is close to hiring an auditor to review vendor contracts for greater accountability.
Officials expect to finalize details soon.
Live 5 NewsRead more
Environment
The fall’s annual bird migration will peak next month in Charleston County, with up to 80 million birds expected to cross overhead as nearly 1.7 million were seen last night when migration started near sunset (Cornell Lab report).
Charleston City PaperRead more
Health
The American Red Cross is urging Lowcountry residents to donate blood in 75 drives (through Oct. 18) offering a Hello Kitty plushy for appointments before Sept. 20 and a $15 gift card later.
It aims to collect 12,500 blood and 3,000 platelet donations for hospitals.
WCSC Live 5 NewsRead more