Longshoremen’s union hosts annual Christmas toy giveaway
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) -The International Longshoremen’s Association Local 1414 held its annual Christmas giveaway Saturday, distributing toys and gift cards to thousands of children and families. The ILA partnered with Gateway Terminals, Tyco Trucking Company, its international and district office, and other partners...
“It’s terrifying”: Locals react to Forsyth acid attack
WSAV spoke with members in the community on Saturday about how they are feeling just a few days after an acid attack took place.
Chatham County Sheriff responds to police chief’s criticism and SWAT team withdrawal
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - Sheriff Richard Coleman said he has not read a letter from Police Chief Jeff Hadley criticizing his leadership after the county police department withdrew its officers from the joint SWAT team. Hadley sent a letter to Coleman calling the sheriff’s decision-making “shocking and perplexing”, and...
Narcan supplied in Savannah-Chatham Schools since 2022
SCCPS schools carry opioid overdose kits that include personal protective equipment and Narcan.
Wild, historic land to become state-owned forest along I-95 corridor in SC
Two land protection groups have engineered the preservation of about 1,700 acres of swamps and woodlands in South Carolina that will eventually become a state forest in the Lowcountry near Interstate 95. The land being preserved in Beaufort County is significant because it runs between two major protected areas, the...
15 members convicted in largest motorcycle gang prosecution in Georgia history
GEORGIA — State and local officials announced Friday the conviction of 15 members of the Southeast Georgia Chapter of the Outcast Motorcycle Gang, marking the largest motorcycle gang prosecution in Georgia history. Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr joined leaders from multiple law enforcement agencies, including...
Beaufort’s balloon release ban is SC’s first. Meet the Harbor Island woman behind it
To Jenn Clementoni, the release of latex or plastic balloons to honor a loved one or mark an achievement is littering, plain and simple. Even if it’s done in celebration, master naturalist and Harbor Island resident Clementoni said she thinks it should be against the law. Now balloon releases are illegal in Beaufort,...
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.
