Fire, police responses reported near Frasier Homes
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - Two separate emergency responses were reported near Frasier Homes on Tuesday afternoon. According to officials at the scene, a fire response on the south side of the area involved a second-floor kitchen fire. Savannah Fire Chief Minard said crews responded to the scene, though no further details
Richmond Hill firefighter reflects on battling Brantley County wildfire
BRANTLEY COUNTY, Ga. (WTOC) - As firefighters continue working to contain the wildfires in Brantley County, a Richmond Hill firefighter who helped battle the flames says the experience was unlike anything he had seen in his career. Sergeant Alex Powell of the Richmond Hill Fire Department said in all his...
Redistricting map fight heats up in SC, more discussions in GA
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) -Redistricting is back in the spotlight after a heated showdown at the South Carolina State House, as leaders in Georgia watch what could happen next across the region. In South Carolina, lawmakers moved Tuesday to redraw the state’s seven congressional districts, but the debate intensified as prot
Massie Heritage Center organizers cancel 170th annual May Day due to inclement weather
UPDATE: This event was canceled due to inclement weather, organizers told WSAV. SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) — One of Savannah’s oldest and most cherished traditions is returning to Taylor Square as the Massie Heritage Center hosts its 170th annual May Day Celebration. The long-running festival, which dates back to 1856, will
StormTeam 3: Cool & cloudy Tuesday, Seasonable sunshine returns end of week
SAVANNAH, Ga (WSAV) – Good morning – StormTeam 3 Meteorologist Alysa Carsley here. Let’s have a fabulous Tuesday! Yesterday’s cold front has stalled out across northern Florida. This will allow for stray showers to move in off and on throughout the day. It also remains cloudy with a peek of sunshine later this afternoo
Townhomes may threaten ‘magnificent’ bird haven, Hilton Head residents say
Indigo Run residents are raising the alarm about a proposed townhome development they say will endanger an adjacent bird nesting site and create stormwater issues for the community. Charleston-based Material Capital Partners is proposing a 58-unit townhome community at 229 Marshland road. The rental community will incl
Jasper County deputies execute search warrant near busy Hardeeville road
JASPER COUNTY, S.C. (WSAV) — Deputies from the Jasper County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO) said Tuesday afternoon that some residents may see an increased law enforcement presence. The Sheriff’s Office shared on social media that deputies are executing a search warrant in the area of Whyte Hardee Boulevard. Officials say dri
Stranded dolphin rescued on popular Lowcountry beach
Local Lowcountry Marine Mammal Network responders rescued a dolphin stranded near the Port Royal Sound estuarine system on Saturday morning. "This past Saturday morning, May 9th, LMMN responded to a live dolphin stranding near the Port Royal Sound estuarine system on the north end of Hilton Head Island," a Facebook pos
2 rescued near Savannah River after attempting to illegally cross US border
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) — The U.S. Coast Guard Southeast (USCG) rescued two people who were allegedly attempting to cross the U.S. border, officials said Tuesday. According to officials, a boat crew from Station Tybee found two people in the water near the Savannah River and brought them to safety Saturday morning. The in
Georgia bill expanding access to HIV prevention drugs heads to Kemp’s desk
Advocates said the legislation could improve access to HIV prevention services, especially in communities with limited access to medical providers.

















