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67-year-old Gary Cooper of Savannah spent 42 days on the Atlanta Braves roster in 1980 — one day short of qualifying for an MLB pension. Now a Change.org petition is asking the Braves to put him on the roster for one more day so he can qualify. GPB's Peter Biello reports.

This Retired Braves Player Just Needs One More Day on The Roster to Qualify For a Pension

by Peter Biello | GA TodayApril 13, 2024April 13, 2024

🔍 The Gist: A shooting following a group altercation on Waters Ave. has raised ongoing community safety concerns in Savannah

Crime

Savannah Man Shot in Early Hours Saturday Morning

by Thom ChandlerMarch 30, 2024March 30, 2024

🚧 The Gist: Temporary repairs have been made on Abercorn Street between 52nd and 54th Streets in Savannah, reopening southbound lanes after a roadway failure earlier today.

Traffic & Transportation

Savannah’s Abercorn Street Reopens After Roadway Failure, But Repairs Aren’t Over

by Thom ChandlerMarch 29, 2024March 29, 2024

In the wake of the unexpected collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge at the Port of Baltimore, a pivotal artery for the nation's supply chain, businesses and consumers alike are bracing for the fallout. The collapse, caused by a container ship's collision with the bridge, has sparked a logistical scramble to reroute goods, with significant implications for the Eastern Seaboard's shipping capacity.

How will the bridge collapse in Baltimore impact the supply chain?

by Thom ChandlerMarch 28, 2024March 28, 2024

🌐 The Big Picture: The survey's top 10 cities reflect a diverse array of economic strengths, cultural richness, and environmental beauty, from Asheville's artistic vibrancy to Eau Claire's musical heritage. This geographic spread illustrates a broader trend of professionals seeking not just career changes but also lifestyle enhancements.

Two Georgia Cities Named Top Places for Career Changes

by Thom ChandlerMarch 28, 2024March 28, 2024

🔍 The Details: A swift response from the Savannah Fire Department to the fire report at Abercorn St. and Mercy Blvd. saw heavy smoke and flames tackled efficiently, with the scene reached in less than four minutes. A full evacuation and search ensured everyone's safety.

Fire

Fire Breaks Out at Savannah Hotel: What We Know

by Thom ChandlerMarch 27, 2024March 27, 2024

🔒 The Gist: The Chatham County Sheriff's Office has announced the sentencing of Georgette Bennett, a former corrections officer, to 20 years for smuggling methamphetamine into the detention center.

Crime

Chatham County Corrections Officer Gets 20 Years for Smuggling Meth Into Jail

by Thom ChandlerMarch 22, 2024March 22, 2024

🎉 The Gist: Parker’s Kitchen, based in Savannah, was recognized with the prestigious USA Today Top Workplaces USA 2024 award.

Savannah-Based Parker’s Kitchen Earns National Recognition for Workplace Excellence

by Thom ChandlerMarch 20, 2024March 20, 2024

The Savannah St. Patrick's Day parade, an exuberant celebration of Irish culture and heritage, stands as one of the most vibrant and anticipated events in the Southern United States.

Photos: St. Patrick’s Day in Savannah 2024

by Hannah Grace HaggardMarch 17, 2024March 17, 2024

Fence with barbed wire

Crime

Chatham County Jail Contract Worker Arrested in Drug Smuggling Investigation

by Thom ChandlerMarch 13, 2024March 13, 2024

🚨 The Gist: Corrections Officer Megan Barbee has been arrested and fired by the Chatham County Sheriff's Office for smuggling contraband into a detention facility.

Crime

Chatham County Corrections Officer Arrested for Smuggling Contraband Into Jail

by Thom ChandlerMarch 6, 2024March 6, 2024

🎉 The Gist: WalletHub's 2024 survey places Savannah prominently in third place among the best U.S. cities for St. Patrick's Day due to its rich Irish culture and festive traditions.

Georgia By The Numbers

Savannah Secures a Top Spot as a Premier Destination for St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations

by Thom ChandlerMarch 6, 2024March 6, 2024

🚨 The Gist: In the early hours of March 3, Savannah Police were called to the 600 block of Cape Street, where a shooting incident left three adults injured, thankfully with non-life-threatening conditions.

Crime

Residents rattled as gunfire erupts on Cape Street in Savannah, injuring three

by Thom ChandlerMarch 3, 2024March 3, 2024

🔎 The Gist: A shooting on Delano Street in Savannah has left a woman with serious injuries. Police are investigating the incident with no immediate clues on the shooter.

Crime

Woman Injured in Mysterious Shooting in Savannah

by Thom ChandlerMarch 1, 2024March 1, 2024

Georgia lawmakers are expected to pass legislation this week targeting illegal immigration following the arrest of a Venezuelan man in the U.S. illegally for the murder of an Augusta University nursing student in Athens.

Crime

Here’s What Georgia is Doing to Clamp Down on Illegal Immigration after Laken Riley’s Murder

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceFebruary 28, 2024February 28, 2024

prison, prison cell, jail

Crime

Detainee Dies After Medical Emergency at Chatham County Detention Center

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 21, 2024February 21, 2024

The Gist: A woman died following a hit-and-run collision in Savannah's 100 block of East Congress Street early on Feb. 21.

Traffic & Transportation

Savannah Hit-and-Run Leaves One Woman Dead

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 21, 2024February 21, 2024

Today, Georgia pays tribute to a hero who made the ultimate sacrifice for her country. Flags across the state are lowered to half-staff in honor of three US Army Reserve troops who died in a drone attack. Sergeant Breonna Moffet's funeral service was held Saturday. She was killed along with two other Georgia service members who lost their lives in a drone strike while serving in Jordan.

Why Are Flags at Half-Staff Today?

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 17, 2024February 18, 2024

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