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Proposed Bryan County warehouses raise concerns about traffic, flooding

ELLABELL, Ga. (WTOC) - A proposal for three warehouses near Ellabell is raising concerns among a nearby resident and an environmental group about traffic, flooding and the pace of development. Portman Industrial’s plan calls for approximately 2 million square feet of industrial, warehouse and distribution space on about 178 acres...

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Savannah man indicted on child molestation charge involving girl under 16

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - A Savannah man has been indicted on a child molestation charge following an alleged incident involving a girl under the age of 16. Terry Eugene Butler was recently indicted by a Chatham County grand jury on one count of child molestation. According to the indictment, Butler...

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2 victims in weekend Savannah shooting identified as murder suspect and registered gang member

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - Savannah police confirmed Tyreek Lester and Deshon Lawrence, both 27, were killed in a weekend shooting near 33rd and Cedar St. Lester was a suspect in the 2023 killing of Wanya Pringle and had his case ongoing in the court system with a trial approaching. Jail...

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Large police presence reported on Wilder Drive

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - A large police presence has been reported on Wilder Drive in Savannah. WTOC crews on scene observed crime scene tape, Savannah Police Department officers and forensic investigators. This is a developing story. Stay with WTOC for updates as more information becomes available.

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Pembroke vehicle pursuit leaves officer injured

As both vehicles attempted to re-enter the roadway at Williams Street, they struck a ditch.

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This Georgia Mexican Spot Has An All-You-Can-Eat Buffet That Piles On So Many Favorites It Is Hard To Pick Just One

A single plate rarely feels like enough at a good Mexican restaurant. What if you never had to choose at all?. A family favorite in Georgia has fed its neighbors since 1985. It sets out lunch and dinner buffets next to a full menu of classics. Tacos, burritos, enchiladas, chalupas,...

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Port Wentworth lottery ticket wins more than $83K

The 25Xtra ticket was sold from City Line Gas, located at 225 S. Coastal Highway, and won $83, 162.62.

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Savannah Alderwoman raises concerns over police response to deadly shooting

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - Savannah Alderwoman Linda Wilder-Bryan is calling for accountability after what she described as a disrespectful encounter with a police officer at the scene of Sunday’s deadly shooting near East 33rd and Cedar streets. Speaking outside Savannah Police Department headquarters Tuesday, the District 3 alderwoman said...

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Statesboro redevelopment plan targets Tormenta FC stadium

A proposed redevelopment of the property housing the former Tormenta FC stadium and The Clubhouse could reshape a once-busy sports and entertainment destination in Statesboro. But questions remain about the future of the professional soccer team and what the project would mean for the entertainment center. The Statesboro Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval of the rezoning request on November 3, 2026. Statesboro City Council is scheduled to consider the request November 17. The proposal calls for a mixed-use town center that would replace the stadium with buildings combining ground-floor businesses and upper-floor residences. The Clubhouse, which houses a bowling alley and arcade/entertainment center, also appears in renderings of the overall project. Its inclusion leaves an important question unanswered: What improvements are planned for The Clubhouse, and how would it fit into the redevelopment? The redevelopment proposal comes more than eight months after USL League One announced that South Georgia Tormenta FC would not compete in the 2026 season . That announcement came February 23, one week before the season opener. The proposed replacement of the stadium adds another question to that uncertainty: Where would the professional team play if it resumed competition? The zoning request itself does not answer those

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Savannah, Hinesville defendants sentenced to federal prison in separate gun cases

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - Two defendants in separate cases have been sentenced to federal prison on gun charges, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Georgia announced. Savannah case. Orlando Marcus Williams, also known as “Orlando Green,” 35, of Savannah, received 79 months in prison followed by...

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Did you know Savannah has the oldest bar in Georgia? Check it out

The oldest bar in Georgia is a Savannah hotspot . Not only is it connected to the state's founder, it's also tied to a world-renowned novel. What is Georgia's first bar? In its list of the oldest bars in every state, VinePair identified The Pirates' House as Georgia's first. It's housed in an old inn and tavern founded in 1753 as the state became more established, welcoming in more visitors. The inn and tavern grew out from what was the Herb House, built in 1734 as a home to the gardener of what was the first public agricultural experimental garden in America, which was established by Georgia's founder James Oglethorpe in 1733. How did the Pirates House get its name? As Savannah became a thriving seaport, the inn/tavern was a popular destination for sailors. The Pirates' House also has a connection to perhaps the most popular pirates book ever written: Robert Louis Stevenson's "Treasure Island." It mentions multiple times how one Captain Flint died in Savannah drinking and being merry. It's believed the Pirates' House was the inspiration for this piece of backstory. Pirates House menu As a bar, the Pirates' House has a full menu of drinks including featured

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Bulloch County Sheriff’s Office announces death of retired K-9

During a "last call" shared by BCSO, the department said K9 Pike and Lanier "directly accounted for 106 narcotics arrests and 50 patrol arrests."

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Inmate subdued trying to overpower Chatham County deputy at hospital

CHATHAM COUNTY, Ga. (WSAV) — An inmate at Memorial Hospital reportedly tried to overpower a Chatham County Sheriff’s deputy working as security on Tuesday night, a CCSO spokesperson said. The inmate was subdued with assistance from Georgia Department of Corrections officers and the incident was brought under control, the CCSO official said.

Chatham County, GA · 11h

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Private shipping terminal planned along Savannah River moves forward

Another shipping terminal is coming to Savannah’s crowded working riverfront, this one closer to the Atlantic Ocean than facilities operated by the Georgia Ports Authority and other cargo handlers. Construction is scheduled to begin next year on the long-planned SeaPoint Industrial Marine Terminal. The privately owned port project is...

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Reported stolen vehicle leads to arrest of 2 in Garden City

Two people were taken into custody Tuesday after local law enforcement agencies pursued a stolen vehicle into Garden City

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New lawsuit alleges conspiracy in Effingham County OpenAI land sale

Effingham County residents allege in a new lawsuit that local elected officials, public employees and others conspired illegally and secretly to lay the groundwork for a data center to the benefit of OpenAI, spoiling land values for everybody else.

Effingham County, GA · 2d

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Tractors, tunes, and a whole lot of community fun in Downtown Statesboro

After two weather-related cancellations, Statesboro's highly anticipated Tractors & Tunes event finally rolled into downtown Friday evening, November 6, 2026, bringing tractors, live music and plenty of things to explore along East Main Street. Hosted by the Statesboro-Bulloch County Chamber of Commerce and the Downtown Statesboro Development Authority , the free event took place from 6:30-8pm, bringing together local businesses, agricultural organizations, and residents for a night of fun to celebrate the region's agricultural industry. Guests were weaving in and out of tractors, vendor stations, and food stalls! | Photo by Makayla Varner "The purpose of the event is to bring our Ag community together, and not only that, but to introduce people that aren't involved in Ag to Ag," said Mandy Broadwell , programs and events director for the Statesboro-Bulloch County Chamber of Commerce. "And really, it's just to come together as a community." Outside of Tractors & Tunes, which is typically hosted right before the time change, the Chamber also works to bring the agricultural community together through another event called Blessing of the Crops, held in March. The breakfast gathering invites local farmers and other community members to come together to pray for the upcoming year's crops,

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Coroner identifies 18-year-old killed in Sugar Mill Drive shooting

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - The Chatham County coroner has identified 18-year-old Jabrae Momon as the man who died after the Nov. 3 shooting on Sugar Mill Drive. Coroner David L. Campbell said Momon was shot at least once and was pronounced dead at Memorial Health University Medical Center. An autopsy has been scheduled, and Campbell said the investigation is in its early stages.

Chatham County, GA · 2d

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Savannah native tries out for Globetrotters at 66

A former Harlem Globetrotter and Savannah native tried out for the team ahead of its 100th anniversary at 66 years old, 40 years after he first made the roster.

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