Longest serving firefighter on HHI retiring
HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C. (WSAV) – The longest serving firefighter on Hilton Head Island is turning in his boots. Battalion Chief Jeff Hartberger is retiring next week after 41 years of service. He said he checked off all his boxes when it comes to his career and had given his all to the department. Hartberger […]
Research on Georgia, South Carolina gators uncovers possibility of high mercury levels in waters
While studying Georgia and South Carolina alligators, researchers reportedly found high levels of mercury which could point to heavy metal issues in swampy waters.
GBI confirms death at Chatham County Detention Center
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation confirmed that they are investigating a death at a local detention center Wednesday.
Savannah native promoted to lieutenant in US Navy
Badger comes from a family of military service members, so he always knew that he would end up serving in the military.
StormTeam 3: Intense heat first, Strong storms later this evening
Good day – Let’s have a fabulous Wednesday! Yesterday was our hottest day of the year (so far…) with a high of 96°. Today, afternoon temperatures could get just as hot with highs in the upper 90s. Our impacts today come in two parts: the intense heat and then the severe weather risk late this […]
Bluffton man’s surprise confession to murder of ex-girlfriend: ‘I want there to be closure’
Before the second day of his murder trial was set to begin, a Bluffton man entered guilty pleas for the execution-style killing of his ex-girlfriend in March 2023, saying the shooting was prompted by a “psychotic break” as he apologized to the victim’s family Wednesday morning in an emotionally charged courtroom....
Chatham County considers nearly 50% property tax increase
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - A nearly 50% tax increase is looming for Chatham County home owners and you still have time to make your voice heard. The Chatham County Board of Commissioners has tentatively adopted a millage rate which will require an increase in property taxes by 3.36% in General Maintenance and Operations...
Expect traffic delays at this major Beaufort intersection Wednesday. Here’s why
Local authorities are warning Beaufort residents to brace for traffic backups Wednesday on one of the city’s busiest streets. Expect delays on Boundary Street near Ribaut Road, where the South Carolina Department of Transportation has construction in progress, Beaufort police said. SCDOT is paving a road in the area...
Boost in storage helping Port of Savannah weather tariffs
The Port of Savannah saw its second busiest May on record with added storage capacity helping port customers manage supply-chain speed fluctuations. The Port of Brunswick saw a decrease of 8.6% compared to last year. The post Boost in storage helping Port of Savannah weather tariffs appeared first on The Atlanta...
WATCH NOW: Mayor Van Johnson weekly address
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) — Mayor Van Johnson holds his weekly address to the public.
