Georgia pediatrician urges parents to stay vigilant, measles cases rising nearby
The Centers for Disease Control has reported 10 measles cases in Georgia in 2025.
Savannah Big Give Back brings Christmas joy to over 2,000 children
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - Families from across Savannah lined up outside the Civic Center Saturday morning to receive Christmas presents during the annual Big Give Back event. More than 2,000 children attended the event, each selecting two gifts from over 7,000 donated toys, presents, and more. WTOC collected hundreds...
Keeping pets safe during the holidays
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) — Keeping your pets safe during the holidays should not be a difficult task… or is it? Here is a simple guide to keep your furry friends away from the emergency vet during the holidays. Whether you’re visiting or hosting, a good holiday meal is a must at the dinner table. This […]
‘It’s not fair for him to be there’: Pooler man demands answers after ICE...
POOLER, Ga. (WTOC) - A Pooler man is demanding answers after his husband was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement during a routine check-in earlier this month, despite a past criminal charge that was later dismissed. Nicholas Ryan said his husband, Brayan Guarin, was taken into custody Dec. 11...
Legal hurdles cleared for Forsyth Park office development
Development on a planned office building and underground garage on the southwest corner of Forsyth Park will move forward in January after the property owners won several legal rulings.
Bluffton mother grateful for community support as memorial crosses honor her daughter
BLUFFTON, S.C. (WTOC) - What started out as a request in an ask and answer Facebook group asking for memorial crosses to be made turned into hundreds of comments of people surrounding the family of Maya Washington with love and support. Washington was an 18-year-old who was killed in a...
Mayor Van Johnson unveils proactive strategy to curb violent crime in 2026
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - Mayor Van Johnson says overall violent crime in Savannah has fallen year-to-date and that the city will move into 2026 with a more proactive strategy: targeted policing, greater use of technology and expanded prevention programs aimed at keeping weapons and youth out of violent situations. In...
New Restaurants in Old Town Bluffton and Beyond
Here’s a fresh look at the newest and most buzzworthy restaurants in Bluffton, SC!. From culturally rich eateries to exciting culinary concepts that have opened (or are opening) this winter, these are the latest additions to the Bluffton dining scene. Nom Nom Poke:. Now open in New Riverside’s Compass...
Memorial Health to close primary care practice in Bluffton
BLUFFTON, S.C. (WTOC) - Memorial Health is closing one of their primary care practice in Bluffton this month. The practice is run by Memorial out of Savannah and Dr. William Kyle oversees it. It is located off U.S. 278 in the Okatie Shopping Center near Sun City. Several viewers reached...
Free Christmas toys and meal offered at Old Savannah City Mission
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - Old Savannah City Mission will host its annual Christmas celebration December 25, 2025, offering free toys for children and a festive meal for all community families. The event serves those with nowhere to go and no one giving them anything for Christmas, according to the mission.

















