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Savannah Police investigating homicide on West Montgomery Cross Road
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - The Savannah Police Department is investigating a homicide. It happened Friday night on the 200 block of West Montgomery Cross Road. Police have not said whether or not they have a suspect in custody. If you have any information, you are asked to call CrimeStoppers at...
CAT gets caught operating uninsured buses transporting senior citizens for months
SAVANNAH, Ga. — Chatham Area Transit (CAT) drivers were shocked when they found out the buses they were using to transport senior citizens were uninsured for months. CAT announced its new program, "Cat Connect Service," in February that offers free rides to stores for local seniors 65 years of age and older.
Police nab 3 suspects in connection with shooting outside Savannah gas station
SAVANNAH, Ga. — Above: Initial coverage of the shooting. Three men have been arrested in connection to a daytime shooting outside a Savannah gas station. Authorities responded Thursday just before noon to the intersection of W 54th and Montgomery streets and found a man suffering from gunshot wounds. He...
Massive free concert event returns to Savannah this fall
SAVANNAH, Ga. — The Savannah Philharmonic announced Friday that its Phil the Park event will be returning to Forsyth Park this fall. The organization’s free outdoor concert will take place Saturday, Oct. 5. Parker's Kitchen is the lead sponsor of this year's event. "This is something that we...
‘It’s possible that they’re involved in human trafficking’: 13 men say they were forced to work without pay
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - A shocking story out of Savannah - 13 men say they are victims of labor trafficking are seeking justice after a months-long nightmare. This story goes back months, as more than a dozen Chinese nationals made their way to the United States after they say they were promised housing, work, and of course, pay for that work.
Moderate rip current risk for Saturday
SAVANNAH, GA (WTGS) - Plan on heading to the beach tomorrow? Be aware of rip currents and the risk that they pose. The National Weather Service has issued a moderate risk for rip currents stating a moderate outlook represents "life threatening rip currents are possible in the surf zone." What...
First person in Coastal Empire to receive new cancer treatment
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - A man in the Coastal Empire has become one of the first to try a new cancer treatment. Eladio Ruiz is undergoing treatment for prostate cancer and Thursday was his first day trying out Pluvicto to treat it. He says it’s been a long road to...
Homeless numbers decrease in Savannah, officials talk what's next
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTGS) — Homeless numbers have decreased since last year in Savannah. The Homeless Authority presented its statistic updates and goals to the city on Thursday. Based on the 2024 homeless count in January, 579 people on any given night are unsheltered in Savannah. Officials say that number is a 22.5% decrease from last year's count.
City takes first steps toward construction at old fairgrounds
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - First steps toward construction at one of Savannah’s largest vacant pieces of land are underway. Thursday, city council approved a development agreement for the old Coastal Empire Fairgrounds. The city first started negotiations to buy the property back in 2015. It’s been nearly 10 years...
Savannah Police Department talks enforcement, responds to criticism of gun ordinance
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) — It has been nearly one week since enforcement began on Savannah’s latest gun ordinance which aims to crack down on those leaving their firearms in unlocked cars. Savannah Mayor Van Johnson signed the unnamed ordinance into law on April 15 after it passed the city council on April 11. The ordinance […]
Weekend Wrap Up: Art, music, food, fun and fur babies
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - If you are feeling artsy you may want to head right here to Old Town Bluffton for a spring fling art walk that will leave you with something to talk about. This evening you can join Old Town Bluffton and immerse yourself in art, shopping, and...
Reports of a stranger on Johnson High School campus
SAVANNAH, Ga (WSAV)- On Thursday morning, an email was sent to the parents of students attending Sol. C Johnson High School on reports of a stranger snooping on campus. According to the email sent out, around 8 a.m., a stranger went to the back of the campus, behind the cafeteria, and attempted to lure students […]
Beautiful spring weather throughout the weekend
Savannah, Ga. (WJCL)- High pressure-system will control the weather today. There will be lots of sunshine throughout the day with patchy afternoon clouds. Temperatures will be near the seasonal average with most areas in the upper-70s to lower-80s. It will be breezy today with gusty east winds at 10-20 mph throughout the afternoon.
Recognize him? Police in Savannah seek bicyclist after crash with serious injuries
SAVANNAH, Ga. — Above video: Your Friday headlines. Police in Savannah need your help identifying a man involved in a crash that caused serious injuries. According to Savannah Police, the man was riding a bicycle, failed to stop at a red light and struck a woman while she was crossing the street.
Former OU softball star Jocelyn Alo signs one-month contract with Savannah Bananas
Former OU softball star Jocelyn Alo signed a one-month contract with the Savannah Bananas, the team announced Friday. Alo, the NCAA career leader in home runs, will make her debut Friday night in Mesa, Arizona. ...
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