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Emergency Drill Alert: Savannah Stages Citywide Safety Test Thursday

by B.T. ClarkMay 28, 2025May 28, 2025

A popular Savannah dog park will shut down temporarily starting Monday for renovations aimed at improving safety and amenities.

Savannah Dog Park Closes Next Week for Major Upgrades

by B.T. ClarkMay 26, 2025May 26, 2025

Mother Nature's serving up what looks like beach perfection this Saturday on Tybee Island. But before you grab your flip-flops and head for the sand, that yellow flag flying today means you'll want to keep your wits about you in the water.

Perfect Beach Day Comes With a Side of Caution on Tybee Island

by B.T. ClarkMay 24, 2025May 24, 2025

What We Know: The shooting happened around 2:10 a.m. on May 24 in the 100 block of West Congress Street. Three of the men were found on the sidewalk with serious gunshot wounds when officers arrived. A fourth man who was shot showed up at Memorial Health University Medical Center after someone drove him there.

Crime

Memorial Day Weekend Begins With Another Shooting in Savannah

by B.T. ClarkMay 24, 2025May 24, 2025

A Savannah-Chatham County school police sergeant says he faced pay cuts and demotion after reporting sexual abuse allegations against a fellow officer. The claims, now at the center of a new lawsuit, raise questions about how the district handles reports of misconduct and whistleblower protections.

Crime

Savannah School District Faces Lawsuit Over Handling of Sexual Abuse

by B.T. ClarkMay 21, 2025May 21, 2025

Savannah Fire crews are responding to a structure fire in the 1500 block of Augusta Avenue. The blaze engulfed a vacant structure, destroying it.

Fire

Photos: Fire Destroys Abandoned Structure in Savannah

by B.T. ClarkMay 17, 2025May 17, 2025

Authorities have issued a Levi's Call -- Georgia's Amber Alert system -- for 3-year-old Leilani Elliott, who disappeared on May 15 in Savannah.

Amber Alert Issued for 3-Year-Old Savannah Girl Leilani Elliott

by B.T. ClarkMay 15, 2025May 16, 2025

A Savannah man died from gunshot wounds Tuesday night while sitting in his vehicle in Savannah, marking the latest incident of gun violence in the city.

Crime

Savannah Man Shot and Killed While Sitting in His Car

by B.T. ClarkMay 15, 2025May 15, 2025

A bomb threat triggered a full evacuation of Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport Saturday afternoon, halting operations and rerouting traffic as authorities responded to the security threat.

Bomb Threat Forces Evacuation at Savannah Airport

by B.T. ClarkMay 3, 2025May 3, 2025

Officers say they stopped a vehicle and immediately smelled marijuana. After searching the car, police found four guns, more than 500 rounds of ammunition, drugs, and items used for drug distribution.

Crime

Guns, Drugs, and Ammo Seized in Savannah Traffic Stop

by B.T. ClarkApril 28, 2025April 28, 2025

Savannah residents are getting ready for one of the city’s most talked-about spring events — the Premier Kentucky Derby Party. The celebration takes over East Saint Julian Street on Saturday, May 3, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., right outside The Olde Pink House.

Savannah Gears Up For Derby Day Bash

by B.T. ClarkApril 25, 2025April 25, 2025

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Crime

Savannah Man Convicted on Machine Gun and Drug Charges

by B.T. ClarkApril 24, 2025April 24, 2025

The Savannah Police have arrested Donnell Smith, 23, in connection with an April 19 shooting in the 5500 block of Abercorn St. Smith has been charged with 3 counts of aggravated assault, 3 counts of possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony, simple battery, and stalking.

Crime

Suspect Arrested in April 19 Savannah Shooting

by Crime ReportsApril 19, 2025April 19, 2025

All lanes on the Lazaretto Creek Bridge are back open as of 2:20 p.m. Sunday. Drivers heading to or from Tybee Island can expect traffic to return to normal soon. Officials urge drivers to be cautious as traffic flow resumes.

Traffic & Transportation

All Lanes Reopened After Tybee Island Bridge Crash

by B.T. ClarkApril 13, 2025April 13, 2025

The final blow came last month, when new training rules and response restrictions were issued by the Chatham County Fire Department. But volunteers say the unraveling began much earlier—just before the county officially took control of fire services on July 1.

Fire

‘We’re Done.’ Volunteer Firefighters Resign in Mass Exit From Chatham County Fire Department

by B.T. ClarkApril 11, 2025April 11, 2025

Savannah police are searching for a man wanted in a deadly shooting on North Fernwood Drive. They say he is armed and dangerous.

Crime

He’s Out There: Georgia Man Wanted in Savannah Killing

by B.T. ClarkApril 11, 2025April 11, 2025