Carolyn Murray

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) — As we celebrate Black History Month, News 2’s Carolyn Murray takes a look at a remarkable story of a woman connected to her family history by a man whose ancestors owned the plantation some of the women’s family lived on. The woman, Thomalind Martin Polite, says her name combines the names […]

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) ---- Since 1891, children have been taken in and taken care of by the founder and staff of Jenkins Orphanage, now known as Jenkins Youth and Family Village. Their mission had always been to educate and empower young people. One hundred three years later, the mission and music are still a part of the Jenkins family legacy. “Back in the 1920s, my father was the superintendent of Jenkins orphanage…” said Dr. Ben Chavis. Two decades later, Dr. Chavis says he was enveloped in…

Dr. Janie Wilson, or Sister Wilson, is a minister and counselor making an impact on the lives of many in Charleston, SC.

MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (WCBD) – In 2023, the overdose rate in the United States topped 112,000 in 12 months, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. One of the people who died th…

September is Suicide Prevention Month, highlighting that suicidal thoughts and mental health challenges can affect anyone, regardless of age, gender, or background. While common, these thoughts sig…

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – It is likely that no one reading this story right now was alive in 1914. Except for Ercelle Moore Chillus. 110 years ago, World War I started. The first traffic ligh…

Joan Mack and Happy Raine: Trailblazers at Channel 2

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – With a career spanning more than 70 years, George Kenny has enjoyed a remarkable life, mostly right here in this community that he’s called home for 92 years. …

The hit reality show ‘Southern Charm’ showcases a cast of exciting and interesting characters with Charleston as a beautiful backdrop. The newest star of the Bravo series, Ryan Albert, stopped by N…

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – Ask Sydney Severance how she is doing, and she tells it like it is. “Not 100-percent, to be totally honest….” But she is grateful for each step of the journey that began w…