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GOP efforts to reach Black voters through RNC a ‘miscalculation’
Republican efforts to win over Black voters during the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee may have fallen short as GOP members failed to showcase party diversity and fell back on controversial talking points. Though former President Trump is hoping to siphon Black voter support from Democrats this year, only eight of the speakers at the convention […]
Faulty software update causes havoc worldwide for airlines, hospitals and governments
The trouble was sparked by an update issued by cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike and only affected its customers running Microsoft Windows, the world's most popular operating system for personal computers. It was not the result of hacking or a cyberattack, according to CrowdStrike, which apologized and said a fix was on the way.
Trump closes out RNC with charged speech after assassination attempt
MILWAUKEE — Former President Trump on Thursday closed out an emotionally charged Republican National Convention with an appeal for the country to heal “discord and division” days after he was injured in an assassination attempt — even as he mocked and attacked his opponents. The large white bandage on Trump’s right ear was a reminder […]
Georgia Democrats sue to overturn law allowing unlimited campaign cash, saying GOP unfairly benefits
ATLANTA (AP) — Georgia Democrats are suing to overturn the ability of Republican Gov. Brian Kemp and others to raise unlimited political contributions and spend them on behalf of any political cause. The Democratic Party of Georgia on Thursday filed suit against the governor in federal court in Atlanta. The lawsuit asks a judge to declare that a 2021 […]
Rock Your Peace: Mediation Center hosts awareness event
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – The Mediation Center of the Coastal Empire hosted a free Rock Your Peace rock painting awareness event on Thursday as a part of their 100 days of intentional peace-building. On day 34, people of all ages joined together in one space creating messages of peace in Savannah with rocks and colorful […]
Is it legal to hunt coyotes in Georgia?
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – Coyotes are a non-native species to Georgia, with a population appearing in the 1970s and progressively growing large based on their adaptive abilities. This also means that an influx of their population could harm the local ecosystem since they are considered an apex predator in many Georgia areas. It is legal […]
Gallery: AMBUCS 13th Bowlapalooza kick-off
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – AMBUCS hosted the kick-off to its 13th Bowlapalooza on Thursday at Kehoe Iron Works. The annual fundraising campaign aids AMBUCS’ goal to inspire mobility and independence. The campaign ends with a wrap-up bowling match. Learn more about it here.
Bryan County officials address concerns of ‘toxic workplace’ from former employee
BRYAN COUNTY, Ga. (WSAV) – The work environment within the Bryan County Fire and Emergency Services is being called into question after several claims on social media made by a former employee. “Bryan County has had a long history of discriminatory and unfair practices,” Joel Paskauskas III said. Paskauskas, with the county since January 2022, was […]
Tybee Island PD welcomes a bunny cop for the day
TYBEE ISLAND, Ga. (WSAV) – “Bun B” was the first of his kind to be featured as part of Tybee Island Police Department’s #K9ForADay program Thursday. The TIPD said in a Facebook post, “While we often think of dogs and cats as shelter animals, facilities across the country are host to small animals like Bun […]
City of Savannah’s Youth Summit returns
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) — The city of Savannah hosted its Youth Summit for the first time in several years Thursday, focusing on the importance of emotional intelligence in preventing violence among young people. “You gotta stay positive,” said high school senior Zyree Coburn. “You can’t let the negative energy get to your brain because when […]
Bulloch County family opens Kennedy Pond Conservancy, aimed at saving green space
BULLOCH COUNTY, Ga. (WSAV) – A Bulloch County family is trying to preserve the nature found in their backyards, opening Kennedy Pond Conservancy. Executive director of the conservancy and father of four Zach VanOtteren says he wanted to create a place for his kids to enjoy being outside. “I want them to grow up with […]
Local Democratic Party leaders campaign for Biden-Harris
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – Local leaders of the Democratic Party gathered in Johnson Square Thursday to encourage people to vote for the Biden-Harris administration. Those leaders included Savannah Mayor Van Johnson, House Rep. Anne Allen Westbrook and Chatham County District 6 Commissioner Aaron Whitely. Each of them commended Biden’s action to protect women’s rights, support […]
Thrifted Thursday: Plus-size fits
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – This Thrifted Thursday, we’re focusing on our plus-size queens. Resident thriftologist Sharon Simpson joins WSAV’s Tina Tyus-Shaw for her weekly showcase of fashion on a budget. Get thrifting tips from Simpson each week at 5:30 p.m. or at wsav.com/ThriftedThursday.
South Carolina man who assaulted officers during Capitol riot sentenced to 40 months in prison
WALHALLA, S.C. (WCBD)- An Upstate South Carolina man who pleaded guilty to assaulting police officers during the U.S. Capitol riot was sentenced on Thursday to three years in prison. A U.S. District judge sentenced 30-year-old Thomas Andrew Casselman, of Walhalla, S.C., to 40 months in prison, 36 months of supervised release, and ordered him to […]
Watch: Trump describes assassination attempt as he accepts Republican nomination
“I’m not supposed to be here tonight,” Trump told the packed convention hall as thousands of people listened in silence. “There was blood pouring everywhere, yet, in a certain way I felt very safe because I had God on my side.”
Nine Line pays tribute to man killed during Trump assassination attempt
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – A Savannah and veteran-owned business, Nine Line Apparel, is helping out a Pennsylvania family after tragedy struck during former President Donald Trump’s rally on Saturday. Corey Comperatore, a veteran, fire chief and father of two, was shot and killed during the assassination attempt while shielding his family. Comperatore was a Nine […]
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