Eight Lowcountry nonprofits receive half a million in grant funding
The grants, part of the foundation’s first fiscal year 2026 funding cycle, will support eight nonprofit programs focused on child care, environmental resilience, senior nutrition, workforce development and veterans’ services.
Mom starts GoFundMe for 2-year-old son only to be arrested in his death days...
LIBERTY COUNTY, Ga. (WTOC/Gray News) - A Georgia mother has been arrested in connection with the death of her 2-year-old son, according to authorities. Raven Louise Broniecki, 29, was charged with involuntary manslaughter, cruelty to children, criminal negligence/causing excessive mental or physical pain, second...
New flu strain leads to rise in hospitalizations, doctors urge vaccination ahead of holidays
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) — A new strain of the flu is spreading, and doctors say it is causing more severe illness, leading to an increase in hospitalizations. With holiday gatherings approaching, medical professionals are urging people to get vaccinated, saying it can make a significant difference in how the body fights...
Georgia Southern will hold fall commencement ceremonies on Dec. 13, 16, and 17
Georgia Southern University will hold its Fall 2025 undergraduate commencement exercises on Saturday, December 13 (Savannah) and Tuesday, December 16 (Statesboro). A graduate commencement ceremony is scheduled for Wednesday, December 17 in Statesboro. Community members should expect increased traffic on and around...
One Savannah road to close for a month due to drainage improvements
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - One Savannah road will be closed for nearly a month starting next Monday, according to a press release WTOC just received. The release says that, as part of the City’s ongoing efforts to improve drainage within the Dundee Canal Drainage Basin, the City of Savannah will implement a temporary...
Heavy police presence on Tibet Ave. in Savannah
The aggravated assault happened near Abercorn Street and Stephenson Avenue Friday morning about 11:00 a.m.
Portion of I-95 in South Carolina shut down following vehicle crash
SOUTH CAROLINA — All northbound lanes of Interstate 95 remain blocked following a significant traffic incident in Jasper County, according to the South Carolina Department of Transportation. Jasper County Emergency Services said the crash occurred near Exit 18 at Bees Creek Road in the Ridgeland area. As a result,...
Forsyth Park Fountain restoration celebration set for Dec. 19
Santa and Mrs. Claus will be available for photos from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Guests are encouraged to bring a new, unwrapped toy to support the Toys for Tots drive.
Rescue Me Friday: Meet Tally
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - Tally, a two-year old miniature Australian cattle dog is available for adoption from the Humane Society for Greater Savannah. The high-energy pup would do best in a home without cats or children under 10. Tally arrived at the Humane Society as an owner surrender due to...
Feed the Hungry will mark 2 million meals served at 17th annual holiday dinner
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - Feed the Hungry will host its 17th annual holiday dinner, giving away groceries, clothes, haircuts and more on Dec. 15 at 4 p.m. at Enmarket Arena. This year’s event is extra special because it will mark 2 million servings of hot meals since 2009 across 14 cities.
