SC Highway Patrol responds to fatal Jasper County crash
JASPER COUNTY, Ga. (WTOC) - South Carolina Highway Patrol shared details on a fatal crash over the weekend. This crash happened Sunday afternoon, at around 3:04 p.m. on U.S. 17 about five miles south of the city of Hardeeville. There were two vehicles involved in this crash. One of the...
Liberty Co. emergency leaders to host Hurricane Readiness Brief
EFFINGHAM COUNTY, Ga. (WTOC) - Monday, there will be a Hurricane Readiness Brief hosted by Liberty County Emergency leaders. It’s happening at the Dorchester Civic Center along Islands Highway in Midway. The event will be from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. If you go, you’ll learn about the 2025...
Crocker Case: 3 suspects charged in murders of 2 Effingham Co. teens have court...
EFFINGHAM COUNTY, Ga. (WTOC) - Monday, three suspects charged in the murders of two Effingham County teens have court hearings. You may recall Elwyn Crocker, Kim Wright and Mark Wright. All could face the death penalty for the murders of Mary and Elwyn Crocker Junior back in 2018. Below is...
People Drive From All Across Georgia To This Unassuming Restaurant For Its Shrimp And...
In the heart of Savannah stands a gray clapboard building where actual pirates once stumbled in from the docks, where Robert Louis Stevenson set scenes from “Treasure Island,” and where today you’ll find some of the most celebrated shrimp and grits in the entire Southeast. The Pirates’...
SC Department of Natural Resources to offer courtesy boat inspection ahead of Independence Day
BEAUFORT COUNTY, S.C. (WTOC) - If you plan to spend this Fourth of July weekend on the water, the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources will offer courtesy boating inspections at several landings throughout the state. Those found to be not in compliance with safety regulations or registration requirements...
July 4th 2025: where to see fireworks in the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry
Here is a list of places to watch fireworks in the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry this July 4th.
Savannah Police host ‘Roll Call in the Street’ event
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - SPD’s Northwest Precinct held their “Roll Call in the Street” event Saturday, creating positive connections between the community and law enforcement. There were games, music, bouncy houses and photo opportunities Saturday afternoon. See social media post below:. Savannah Police Chief Lenny...
Letter: Voting in local elections is one of your most important civic duties
I am always stumped when it comes to voter turnout. What does it take to get someone to vote? Traditionally, candidates will print flyers, put up roadway signs, make phone calls or send text messages out to thousands of potential voters to ask for their vote. And still voter turnouts are abysmally low.
18-wheeler on fire impacts traffic in Hardeeville
HARDEEVILLE, S.C. (WTOC) - Saturday evening, the Hardeeville Fire Department shared images of an 18-wheeler fire they are actively working on. The fire department urges drivers to avoid the area of 5mm NB as they work to resolve this fire.
Bluffton celebrating fourth Independence Day Celebration July 2 and 3
The Town of Bluffton will host its fourth annual Independence Day Celebration July 2 and 3 with a 5K and other events to include a community pre-party and fireworks. The Town of Bluffton is hosting its fourth annual Independence Day Celebration beginning July 2 and continuing July 3. The Bluffton...