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Mosquito control can help prevent spread of dengue fever
ATHENS -- As overnight temperatures increase during the summer, so do mosquito populations, bringing with them the risk of mosquito-borne diseases. In late June, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention warned that the U.S. is seeing an increased risk of dengue fever, a sometimes fatal viral disease transmitted by mosquitoes. This disease has been across much of South and Central America and the Caribbean, and with about 1,500 cases, the U.S. Commonwealth of Puerto Rico has declared a public health emergency over dengue. ...
Catherine Jordan promoted to manager of GBI's Central Regional Crime Lab
DECATUR -- The Georgia Bureau of Investigation announced Monday the promotion of Catherine Jordan to manager of the GBI’s Central Regional Crime Lab. Jordan will be responsible for the supervision of staff and others within the Central Crime Lab. “Catherine has proven to be a leader in the crime lab and will continue to serve as a great example as the Central Regional Crime Lab manager,” GBI Director Chris Hosey said. “We can only benefit from the service of such a professional in their field.” ...
Former Georgia public safety commissioner dies at 73
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - Georgia is saying goodbye to a respected former state official. Col. Sid Miles previously served as the state’s public safety commissioner. He died today while in hospice in Brunswick. Gov. Kemp issued a statement on social media calling Miles a true public servant,...
Beth Majeroni, once carried out of Chatham County Board of Elections meeting, files 14-count court complaint
CHATHAM COUNTY, Ga. (WSAV) – Former state senate candidate Beth Majeroni has filed a formal complaint regarding a publicized incident involving the Chatham County Board of Elections (BOE) last summer, as first reported by Travis Jaudon of Connect Savannah. Majeroni made headlines in July 2023 after being forcibly removed from a BOE meeting. She now […]
Quinton Simon’s mom gets trial date in Ga. toddler’s death
SAVANNAH, Ga. - The former Burke County resident who’s accused of killing her son, Quinton Simon, has been given a date for a jury trial. According to the Superior Court of Chatham County, jury selection for Leilani Simon’s trial will begin on Oct. 9. We are now learning...
Four Emory hospitals ranked best in Georgia and Atlanta by U.S. News and World Report
ATLANTA – Four Emory Healthcare hospitals have ranked notably in this year’s regional rankings of U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals issue. For the thirteenth year in a row, Emory University Hospital ranked as the No. 1 hospital in Georgia and metro Atlanta in the 2024-25 Best Regional Hospitals rankings. (Emory University Hospital includes Emory University Orthopaedics & Spine Hospital and Emory University Hospital at Wesley Woods.)
Council discusses operations of the Daufuskie Island Ferry
DAFUSKIE ISLAND, Sc. (WTOC) - WTOC is hearing from Beaufort County officials about what’s next for the county-contracted Daufuskie Island Ferry. At last night’s council meeting, Chairman Joseph Passiment said that the operator of Lowcountry Ferry has made a plan for improvement. Now, Beaufort County is evaluating the...
C.A.S.T. for Kids set for free fishing event at Callawassie Island
OKATIE, S.C. — The C.A.S.T. for Kids Foundation helping children with disabilities or disadvantages get hooked on fishing. The non-profit organization set to host their second annual event on Saturday, July 20 at Callawassie Island. The free fishing event starts at 8:30 a.m. at the River Club of Callawassie...
Navy Yard storehouse redeveloped into boutique housing units
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD)—Over seventy boutique housing units have opened in Navy Yard Charleston, which is set to double as a working space where a storehouse once stood. Storehouse Nine’s 78 new homes, which range from 540 to 930 square feet, include studio and one-bedroom options. Designers combined elements from the original storehouse, like exposed […]
Port Wentworth Police Department to host Public Safety Recruitment event
PORT WENTWORTH, Ga. (WSAV) – The Port Wentworth Police Department will be hosting a Public Safety Recruitment event this week. The recruitment event will be held on July 20, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at PortWentworth City Hall located at 7224 GA-21. Those who are interested in job positions with the department will be […]
2 CSRA men prosecuted on federal firearms, drug charges
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Two men from Augusta and Waynesboro have been charged with felony charges for illegal firearms possession and drug distribution in Savannah on Tuesday. Newly returned indictments in the Southern District of Georgia include felony charges for illegal firearms possession and drug distribution, while additional defendants have...
What deals can you expect for Amazon Prime Day? Go behind the scenes at Pooler fulfillment center
POOLER, Ga. — Amazon's 10th annual Prime Day is happening this Tuesday and Wednesday. The two-day sales event promises millions of deals to Prime members. "This is something our customers look forward to every year," said Amazon Regional Public Relations Manager Shemeeka Johnson. "This year, we're really excited about some major brands participating in the sale."
SCCPSS set to host first ever registration assistance event
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) -This year school officials say they’ve received tons of questions when it comes to registration. That’s why they’ve decided to host an event on Tuesday to help make sure your kid is ready for the first day of school. From 9:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. at...
Savannah honors fallen first responders
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - Monday, a nationwide tour stopped in the Hostess City to honor the heroes who sacrificed their lives for others. This nationwide event bringing awareness to our first responders who have lost their lives protecting others hits close to home for members of Chatham Emergency Services. Capt....
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