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Man booked on homicide by vehicle charge in Chatham County bonds out same day

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - Scott Marshall Maccormack, 44, was booked into the Chatham County Jail on Nov. 5 on second-degree homicide by vehicle and failure to maintain lane charges. Records show Maccormack was arrested in Port Wentworth by GSP. A request has been made to GSP for more details. Details...

Chatham County, GA · 4h

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Chatham County police warn of latest scam calls

The calls allegedly impersonate an officer, telling the person that a loved one of theirs is in jail and needs money sent to them immediately.

Chatham County, GA · 7h

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17-year-old arrested on felony gang recruitment, intimidation charges in Savannah

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - A 17-year-old is facing four criminal charges, including two felonies related to alleged gang recruitment and intimidation, following an arrest Tuesday, Nov. 10. According to jail booking information, Apollo Anthony Williams was arrested on two felony charges and two misdemeanor charges. The felony charges involve allegations...

Savannah, GA · 3h

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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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Savannah police searching for man wanted for public indecency

Curtis Lamar Howard, 65, is wanted for public indecency, a spokesperson for SPD said.

Savannah, GA · 2d

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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,...

Savannah, GA · 2d

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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

Garden City, GA · 1d

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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 · 1d

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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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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.

Savannah, GA · 22h

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SouthCoast Health unites two Savannah cardiology offices under one roof

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - SouthCoast Health combined its two Savannah cardiology offices into one larger clinic, according to officials. The expanded cardiology facility opened to patients on Nov. 9, and is located at the Eisenhower Drive Medical Center on 310 Eisenhower Drive, Building 16. Officials said the 14,000-square-foot space includes...

Savannah, GA · 23h

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Private Savannah River Mega-Terminal Breaks Ground in 2027, Five Miles From River Street

A privately owned marine terminal five miles downstream from Savannah's River Street is set to break ground in 2027, bringing a 3,000-foot ship berth and years of sea wall work to a stretch of riverfront that has already drawn objections from the region's biggest port operator. The SeaPoint Industrial Marine Terminal sits on 755 acres along the Savannah River, positioned closer to the Atlantic Ocean than the facilities run by the Georgia Ports Authority and other cargo handlers nearby.

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Savannah City Council considering more parking meters

If approved, this would allow for the installation of parking meters in busier areas including around Forsyth Park and in the Starland District. Savannah City Council will meet at 2 p.m. on Thursday to consider the proposal.

Savannah, GA · 9h

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Beach football hungry for first playoff win since 1957

Beach takes on Columbia, the fifth-ranked team in Class AAA, according to AJC rankings.

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Tybee Island council to consider free dog beach pilot program

TYBEE ISLAND, Ga. (WTOC) - Tybee Island leaders will consider a pilot program Thursday that could allow dogs on part of the beach this winter. Dogs are currently banned on Tybee’s beaches, with exceptions for service animals. The proposed off-season program would temporarily suspend enforcement of that prohibition for permitted dogs in a designated area.

Tybee Island, GA · 21h

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Probation search leads to drug convictions for Savannah man already under federal supervision

SAVANNAH, Ga. — A probation search that uncovered methamphetamine, fentanyl and two forms of cocaine has led to four federal drug convictions for a Savannah man who was already serving a term of supervised release. Angelo Hamilton, 45, faces at least 15 years in prison and a possible life...

Savannah, GA · 19h

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Chatham County Fire responds to structure fire on Derrick Inn Road

CHATHAM COUNTY, Ga. (WTOC) - The Chatham County Fire Department (CCFD) responded Wednesday evening to a structure fire. Firefighters responded at 6:36 p.m. to the 100 block of Derrick Inn Road. The department said Battalion Chief 201, Battalion Chief 301, Chatham County Tactical Aid & Care 301, DC 301, Engine...

Chatham County, GA · 13h

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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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