Weeks after deadly shooting at Frazier Homes, tenants say damage remains unrepaired
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - Weeks after a deadly shooting rocked the Frazier Homes housing complex in Savannah, some residents say the physical damage left behind still hasn’t been repaired — and they’re growing increasingly frustrated. In late December, Savannah police responded to a homicide at the complex....
Savannah police investigate hit-and-run crash involving an electric scooter
Police are searching for a driver who left the scene after hitting a 19-year-old on an electric scooter in Savannah. What’s happening: The collision occurred Saturday, February 7, at the intersection of Hodgeson Memorial Drive and Mall Boulevard. The rider was transported to a hospital with injuries and survived.
Chatham County homeowner moves to save 300-year-old “exceptional” oak threatened by powerline path
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - A planned high-voltage transmission line by Georgia Power has sparked controversy in Chatham County, where residents are pushing for a change in the project’s path to save a centuries-old oak tree they consider priceless. The dispute centers on a property off Little Neck Road, where...
Savannah woman sentenced to two years in prison for stealing nearly $180,000 from law...
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - A federal judge has sentenced a Savannah woman to two years in prison and ordered her to repay nearly $180,000 after she admitted to stealing from her employer over several years. Robin Stell, 55, of Savannah, was charged in August 2025 with one count of wire...
Savannah Police responding to scene near Thunderbolt
THUNDERBOLT, Ga. (WTOC) - Savannah Police are on the scene at Sunset Boulevard near Skidaway Road in Thunderbolt. The area in question is between both Myers Middle School and Johnson High School. Officials have told us that Johnson High School is currently on lockdown, which is standard procedure when there is police...
The Savannah Powder Magazine awarded historic property designation
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – On Thursday, the Savannah City Council voted unanimously to award the Savannah Powder Magazine a Historic Property Overlay designation (H-P-O-1). This designation means the historic structure now has formal local protections through the city’s zoning ordinance. The Alderman for the 4th District...
Savannah leaders push ‘home field advantage’ ordinance for city vendors at St. Patrick’s Day...
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - At massive celebrations like the one for St. Patrick’s Day, there’s one thing that keeps both residents and visitors hungry for more vendors. This year, city council discussed giving Savannah vendors a home field advantage in their yearly lottery system. This lottery system involves...
Finding financial footing for Walthourville: One mayor’s journey
Which bill to pay first — thousands of dollars to the county landfill? More to Georgia Power or Coastal Electric? Insurance? Sewer?. Last winter, Walthourville Mayor Sarah B. Hayes sat at the conference table with City Clerk Shana Moss, agonizing how to prioritize the debts facing their town of 4,000.
Savannah leaders meet with police chief to discuss staffing issues
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - Thursday Savannah leaders met with Police chief Lenny Gunther to discuss staffing issues. Each alderman made sure to give their input on how best to move forward in keeping people safe. As of now, there are 519 authorized police positions, with 98 vacant slots. Police chief...
Chatham County man arrested in connection with stalking, attempted kidnapping
CHATHAM COUNTY, Ga. (WTOC) - The Chatham County Sheriff’s Office has arrested 50-year-old Horatio Reynolds in connection with an ongoing stalking and attempted kidnapping investigation at the View Apartments. Reynolds, identified as the third suspect in the case, faces charges of Stalking, Criminal Trespass, and...

















