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CAT employees face termination amid biometric timekeeping system dispute

CHATHAM COUNTY, Ga. (WSAV) — Twenty-one Chatham Area Transit bus drivers are suspended without pay amid a dispute over CAT’s new biometric timekeeping system, a CAT spokesperson said Tuesday. Some drivers said they refuse to enroll, raising concerns about the system and how the new requirement was implemented.

Chatham County, GA · 09-23
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Record diesel prices push Beaufort County shrimpers to the brink

ST. HELENA ISLAND, S.C. (WTOC) - Shrimpers in Beaufort County are asking local and state leaders for emergency relief at the fuel pump as record-breaking diesel prices threaten their livelihoods and working waterfronts across the Lowcountry. According to AAA, the statewide average for a gallon of diesel fuel reached a...

Beaufort County, SC · 09-22
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Multi-vehicle crash closes lanes at Ogeechee Road, 37th Street Connector

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - Southbound lanes are back open at the intersection of Ogeechee Road and the 37th Street Connector following a multi-vehicle crash. WTOC crews on the scene saw three police vehicles and one ambulance responding to the scene at the ramp to get off of I-16. This is...

Savannah, GA · 09-22
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Dozens of suspended CAT drivers return to work amid biometric timeclock dispute

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - [UPDATE 9/23/2026 3:46 P.M.] The majority of Chatham Area Transit fixed route bus operators have returned to work following suspensions related to a new biometric fingerprint clock system. CAT officials confirmed Wednesday that 25 of the 27 fixed route operators returned to duty today. The update...

Savannah, GA · 09-22
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Walthour Road closure extended as construction delays continue

CHATHAM COUNTY, Ga. (WTOC) - The closure of Walthour Road has been extended through Oct. 31 as construction crews continue work to repair and stabilize the roadway. Chatham County officials say the project includes repairing and stabilizing the roadway shoulders, resurfacing the road and installing a new sidewalk. The contractor...

Chatham County, GA · 09-23

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One westbound lane on Ogeechee Road near I-516 closed following crash

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - One westbound lane on Ogeechee Road was closed near I-516 Thursday morning following a crash. WTOC crews saw two Savannah Police vehicles responding to the scene involving a van and a truck. This is a developing story. Stick with WTOC as we learn more information.

Savannah, GA · 09-24

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Transportation Committee receives top SCDOT award

The Beaufort County Transportation Committee received the Transportation Excellence Award from SCDOT Sept. 16. A committee dedicated to serving Beaufort County through helping to improve the county’s transportation infrastructure recently received an award for its efforts from the South Carolina Department of Transportation. The Beaufort County Transportation Committee received...

Beaufort County, SC · 09-24

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Chatham County street closures expected due to maintenance

Both roadways are expected to be fully reopened the afternoon of Friday, Sept. 25.

Chatham County, GA · 09-21

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CAT employees face termination amid biometric timekeeping system dispute

Some drivers said they refuse to enroll, raising concerns about the system and how the new requirement was implemented.

Chatham County, GA · 09-22

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Union representing Chatham Area Transit says driver suspensions caused ride delays

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - The union representing Chatham Area Transit workers says commuters experienced delays after several drivers were suspended without pay in an ongoing dispute with CAT leaders. Union President Donya Swinton said multiple drivers were suspended without pay after missing a deadline to enroll in CAT’s new biometric...

Chatham County, GA · 09-21

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BTFD conducts courtesy car seat checks

Bluffton Township Fire District (BTFD) conducted car seat safety checks as part of National Child Passenger Safety Week.

Bluffton, SC · 09-22

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Bay St. center lanes temporarily closed

Bay St. will remain open, although the center lanes will be inaccessible for at least a week while utility work is staged on East Bay St., the City of Savannah said in a release.

Savannah, GA · 09-20

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CAT board called on to solve dispute with union members

The union is holding a press conference Tuesday at 10 a.m.

Chatham County, GA · 09-21

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Downtown traffic alert: Bay Street lane closures begin Sunday

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - Drivers should prepare for delays on Bay Street in downtown Savannah beginning Sunday, Sept. 20. The center lanes of Bay Street between Drayton and Bull streets will temporarily close as crews stage equipment for utility repairs along East Bay Street. Bay Street will remain open, but...

Savannah, GA · 09-19

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Southeast Georgia Road Work Weekly Traffic Interruption Advisory Sept. 19 – Sept. 25

All work is subject to change due to weather or other factors. Motorists are cautioned to reduce their speed while traveling through work zones, pay attention and watch for workers. Traffic interruptions are listed below by interstates, categories, and counties. Interstate 95 I-95 N MP 111 - 112.5 Chatham/Effingham Counties From Knoxboro Creek Bridge to Savannah River Bridge Tues. – Fri. 10pm – 5am Lane Closures for SCDOT I-95 Widening 9/2025 - 12/2027 I-95 NB Ramp Jimmy DeLoach Parkway Chatham County Exit 106 On-Ramp Right Shoulder Closure for Drilling Closure to allow traffic to continue to flow 7pm to 5am Monday- Friday I-95 SB & NB at MP 93 – MP 91 Bryan County North & Southbound Lane Closures Bridge Rehabilitation Nightly Single Lane Closures Friday– Monday 7pm – 5am I-95 NB & SB MP 85 – 97 Chatham/Bryan County Resurfacing CSX Bridge North of Quacco Rd Overpass Single and Double Lane (Mon-Fri) Weekend Double Lane (Friday-Sunday Nights) Monday – Thursday 7pm – 5am Friday – Sunday 7pm –5am (Continuous closures) Exit 87 /Exit 90 Alternating Ramp Closure 9/18-9/24 7pm –6am Follow Detour I-95 SB & NB, MP 58 – MP 49 McIntosh County From Exit 49 SR251 to Exit

Georgia · 09-18

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Utility Pole Installation on Sea Island Road Scheduled for September 23

Georgia Power will begin installing utility poles along Sea Island Road near Cinema Lane beginning at 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday, September 23. Utility installation will take place daily from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and is expected to conclude on Friday, September 25. During construction, one-lane traffic operations will be...

Glynn County, GA · 09-18

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AI Data Center Revolt bus reaches Effingham County, protests secrecy issues

The Effingham County data center proposal drew national attention this week as the conservative AI Data Center Revolt bus rolled into Springfield on Tuesday afternoon ahead of a county commission meeting. The bus carried speakers condemning the murky planning for centers and brought out disgruntled residents who shared their complaints about data center transparency.

Effingham County, GA · 09-17

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Streetscape project underway in Bluffton, traffic patterns change

A streetscape project on Bridge Street in Bluffton has caused changes in traffic flow. Bridge Street is closed to through traffic between Calhoun Street and Wharf Street. A detour is available for drivers, while local access for residents and property owners is maintained. The street is expected to reopen to...

Bluffton, SC · 09-16