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New York Post
5 days ago
- Politics
- New York Post
Wild video shows Dems pick for SC gov. race being arrested in his underwear while calling himself God and Superman
Wild, newly released dash cam footage shows the Democrat's choice to run for governor in South Carolina getting arrested recently in just his underwear — with him swearing and using the n-word while referring to himself as both God and Superman. Married father-of-four William 'Mullins' McLeod, 53, is facing calls from his own party to step down from the gubernatorial race he only formally entered Monday after video emerged a day later of his bizarre arrest just months earlier in May, according to WCBD. The prominent attorney was stopped in downtown Charleston while 'yelling at the top of his lungs' wearing only underwear and shoes, according to a police report — which suggested he showed signs 'typical of an individual under the influence of a stimulant narcotic.' Advertisement The Dem referred to his upcoming election race — even threatening to kick an opponent's 'f–king teeth in' — while refusing to tell cops his name, instead referring to himself as God and Superman, the hour-long video released through a Freedom of Information Act request shows. 3 South Carolina gubernatorial Dem, Mullins McLeod, is facing calls from his own party to drop out of the 2026 race after video emerged of his bizarre behavior when arrested in his underwear. McLeod for South Carolina 'It doesn't matter, my friend, trust me,' he told one officer when asked his name. 'I'm one of the most just humans to ever walk this soil,' he said. Advertisement 'Superman sounds good,' he added, bizarrely. McLeod, who only entered the Democratic race for Governor in the Palmetto State on Monday, also issued threats toward current and former South Carolina politicians during the profanity-laden rant. 'I'm gonna kick your f–king teeth in,' he says at one point, appearing to reference Republican Attorney General Alan Wilson, who announced his bid for governor earlier this summer. 3 McLeod launched his campaign to be governor earlier this week. McLeod for South Carolina Advertisement McLeod — who is heard uttering the n-word at least twice in the video — also refuses to get out of the patrol car when it arrives at the jail, instead telling an officer he would sleep in the back seat. 'No, I'm not doing it, no. I'm not getting out of this car. It's time to go to bed,' he shouts at the officer, before being forcibly removed and booked into the jail shortly before 1 a.m., according to an arrest report retrieved by WCBD. McLeod's eyes were 'extremely bloodshot and highly dilated … typical of an individual under the influence of a stimulant narcotic,' according to the report. It wasn't immediately clear whether McLeod — who ran unsuccessfully for governor in 2010 and served two terms as Charleston County Democratic Party chairman — was tested for drugs during his arrest. Advertisement 3 McLeod branded his arrest unlawful. McLeod for South Carolina He is currently facing misdemeanor charges for disorderly conduct. His party leadership is calling on him to step down from the gubernatorial race, in which he is currently the party's only candidate. 'After reviewing the transcript of the dash cam footage from his recent arrest, it is clear that Mr. McLeod is navigating profound challenges and should focus on his mental and emotional well-being instead of a campaign for governor,' the chair of the South Carolina Democratic Party, Christale Spain, said in a statement Wednesday. 'We offer him compassion and pray he finds the support he needs.' McLeod's campaign team did not respond immediately to requests for comment, but he branded his arrest 'unlawful' in a recent interview announcing his candidacy. 'The only thing I'd ask the voters is to please give me a little bit of grace and know that long before we go to election day, they'll know exactly what happened,' he told the Post and Courier. 'And when they learn what happened around my unlawful arrest, it will be a reason why I absolutely need to be our state's governor,' he said, adding that he had been exercising his 'God-given, constitutional right to be in a public place' when he was arrested.
Yahoo
12-07-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Trees down, cars flooded after severe storms rip through the area Friday evening
*Above video is radar loop, no audio BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD) – Severe thunderstorms ripped through the Lowcountry on Friday evening, knocking down trees and causing flooding. A severe thunderstorm warning was issued by the National Weather Service in Charleston, and a flood advisory was issued for some areas due to excessive rainfall within the storms. The severe thunderstorm warnings have since expired. Emergency management officials reported just before 6:30 p.m. that vehicles were trapped in floodwater on Crooked Creek Court. There were also reports of trees down on I-26 westbound near College Park Road, along Ladson Road near the intersection of Lincolnville Road, and one that fell on a vehicle off Highway 61. It is unclear if there were any injuries associated with the fallen trees. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
05-07-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
View live cameras at TS Chantal churns off SC coast
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – A tropical depression that formed off the South Carolina coast was upgraded early Saturday morning to Tropical Storm Chantal. The system is expected to bring periods of heavy rain, gusty wind, and dangerous surf to the Charleston area through the weekend. You can see current conditions by viewing SkyView 2 cameras along the coast from the Isle of Palms to Edisto Beach. Isle of PalmsEdisto BeachCharleston Harbor Resort Charleston Harbor View Charleston BatteryNorth InletClick here for additional cameras. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
14-06-2025
- Yahoo
Goose Creek PD to hold 7th annual Hot Pursuit 5K
GOOSE CREEK, S.C. (WCBD) – The Goose Creek Police Department will hold its 7th annual Hot Pursuit 5K this weekend. Money raised through the event will support some of the department's community-driven initiatives, like 'Operation Christmas Joy' and 'Shop with a Badge'. The race on Saturday will start near the municipal complex and traverse paved hiker/biker trails and roadways before returning to the complex. Roads along the race route will be closed to ensure the safety of participants and spectators. 'Our officers will permit vehicle traffic to pass when there is a lull in the runners; however, all drivers will have to drive away from the race route,' the department said. Saturday's race begins at 8 a.m. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden announces death of Susan the Giant Pacific Octopus
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WCBD) – Riverbanks Zoo and Garden announced Thursday the death of its Giant Pacific Octopus named Susan. The zoo said its veterinary and animal teams have worked together over the past year while Susan aged, or what the zoo called 'senescence,' which is a natural stage for the octopus species marking the completion of a life cycle. Susan's quality of life was monitored every day throughout the process. 'The aquarists, who knew Susan so well, thoughtfully monitored her quality of life every day. With the utmost care and compassion, and always prioritizing Susan's well-being, the teams made the decision to help her transition peacefully,' the zoo said in their announcement. Susan was named after Susan F. Boyd, who contributed to Riverbanks Zoo and Garden's conservation efforts through The Boyd Foundation. The octopus was housed in the Darnall W. and Susan F. Boyd Aquarium & Reptile Conservation Center, where she helped biologists and aquarists 'better understand her remarkable species and the importance of marine conservation.' Zoo leaders said a new octopus is acclimating behind the scenes and will join the exhibit in the coming weeks. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
