GDOT seeks public input on rail line between Atlanta and Savannah
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) — If you’re thinking about ditching the car for your next trip from Atlanta to Savannah, that could eventually become a reality. The Georgia Department of Transportation is exploring a plan to connect the two cities by passenger rail, and they want your opinion. A new survey is now live, and it […]
What we know about the latest SC development along US 278 in Jasper County
Taking a drive into the Lowcountry along U.S. 278 or heading up to Interstate 95? Construction and development projects have begun to sprout along these roadways, specifically in the Hardeeville area, with the latest happening on the north side of U.S. 278, neighboring the entrance to Hilton Head Lakes. Nestled...
Multi-vehicle crash in Savannah fully shuts down road in both directions, at least 2...
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - According to the Chatham County Fire Department, a multi-vehicle crash has completely shut down Ft. Argyle Road in both directions. A building has also been impacted and two people have been transported out of the area with injuries. Locals are being asked to avoid the area...
Beaufort County deputies seek help solving shooting of house with infant inside
SEABROOK, S.C. (WCSC) - The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s help in finding out what led up to a house filled with several children being shot at. Shortly after midnight Monday, deputies responded to reports of shots fired in the area of Fawnwood Lane in Seabrook.
‘Boots on the ground’: Women breaking barriers in the trades
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - In the past five years, the number of women working in the trade industry has increased by almost 1/3. That includes welding, electrical work, construction, and many other trades. WTOC sat down with three local women who are pushing for more women to learn different trades.
Tracking Tropical Storm Erin
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - Invest 97L has been upgraded to Tropical Storm Erin in the far eastern Atlantic. Erin will be steered by high pressure to the north. Most computer models currently turn Erin to the north into next week. This will hopefully keep Erin off the southeast coast. The storm is still a long way away so...
Tybee Island mayor speaks out after heavy rain backs up island’s storm water lines,...
TYBEE ISLAND, Ga. (WTOC) - Heavy rainfall over the weekend brought flooding to our area, including on Tybee Island. It caused 24,000 gallons of sewage and stormwater to spill into Horsepen Creek. WTOC spoke with Tybee Island’s mayor about the environmental concerns and steps the island is taking to try...
Rincon Police seek man seen on video knocking over trash can
Rincon Police officers are asking for help identifying a man seen on video knocking over trash cans and throwing what looks to be a piece of wood.
Bricktowne Flats murder trial begins, former SPD officer takes center stage
Three suspects are charged with Travis Edwards' 2021 murder, but a former SPD officer took center stage Monday.
WSAV’s Kim Gusby is NABJ’s Journalist of Distinction
The "Journalist of Distinction" award recognizes Black journalists who have distinguished themselves with work of significance to people in the African diaspora.