Thousands waiting: SC families struggle amid cuts to disability housing programs
HILTON HEAD, S.C. (WCSC) - More than 6,000 South Carolinians are on a waitlist for special needs housing designed to give adults living with intellectual and developmental disabilities a safe and supportive place to call home. For many families, the wait has stretched beyond a decade. But at a thrift...
2 Romanian nationals charged with wire fraud
The two allegedly participated in a scheme to sell fictitious farming equipment to people across the country, which resulted in around $600,000 taken from victims, a U.S. Attorney's Office spokesperson said.
Local chef contributes unique cuisine to Meals on Wheels menu
Exec. chef Mike Hanlon with Ukiyo prepared a Japanese-inspired chicken dish and rice pudding dessert.
Georgia couple indicted for starving child to death
A federal grand jury in the Southern District of Georgia has indicted a husband and wife for the murder of their child by depriving her of adequate nourishment and medical care.
The Atlanta-To-Savannah Passenger Rail Line Proposal — GDOT Is Asking For Your Feedback
We’ve got an update on the proposed passenger train that aims to connect Atlanta and Savannah, and we need your help!. What’s the update on the Atlanta-Savannah rail proposal?. Right now, the Georgia Department of Transportation, or GDOT, is asking for the public’s feedback on the proposal to...
First Alert: Flooding possible through the morning commute
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - Today is a First Alert Weather Day:. A Flood Watch remains in effect until 6PM as the chance for localized flooding increases. Be safe while driving in the dark, water-covered roadways will be hard to see. The heaviest rain will be closer to the coast early...
133 Years Strong: How the AFRO Is Still Defending Black Truth in 2025
One hundred and thirty-three years. That’s how long the AFRO-American Newspapers, doing business as AFRO News, has been in business — 100% Black-owned, family-owned, and unapologetically committed to truth-telling. That alone is worth celebrating. But it didn’t happen by accident — or without struggle. We thank...
FOUND: BCSO searching for missing Burton teen
Have you seen him? He was reported missing by his family Monday morning.
Over 20 shelter dogs saved in 48 hours in Savannah
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - Over 20 shelter dogs were saved from euthanasia in just 48 hours at Renegade Paws Rescue over the weekend, according to a social media post. “Our incredible community answered our urgent plea, and fosters opened their hearts and homes,” the post reads. “In just 48 hours, over 20 shelter dogs...
This Day in History: August 11, 1940, Devastating hurricane strikes Georgia
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - On August 11, 1940, a devastating hurricane struck Georgia and South Carolina. The unnamed category 2 storm took the lives of 50 people and caused $13 million in damages. That’s equivalent to nearly $300 million in 2025. In footage of the aftermath of the storm...