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An accident is affecting traffic on Johnny Mercer Boulevard at Whitemarsh Island Drive. A reporter on the scene says the southbound lane of Johnny Mercer is shut down there and police are diverting traffic. Stay with News 3 and wsav.com for the very latest. More>>
Fire Investigators with Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner Ralph Hudgens' office are investigating aSunday morninghouse fire in Jenkins County that left one dead. Discovered in the blaze was Joshua Christopher Trent Buckley, 14. The house, located at1658 Highway 25, in Millen, Ga., was destroyed. Hudgens said the fire call came in about5 a.m., Sunday morning. An initial investigation revealed the fire originated in a bedroom where Buckley was found, but the exact cause of the fire remain... More>>
The chill in the air is a clear reminder of winter, but it's nothing like events nearly a year ago. That's when an ice storm covered a huge part of Georgia. Martin Staunton is live in Bulloch County, one of the regions in our viewing area that saw lots of ice. More>>
A husband and wife on Lady's Island are homeless after a fire early Tuesday morning, according to fire officials. The homeowners, a husband and wife, awoke to the smell of smoke and heard crackling. Both were able to exit the home and call 911 but when firefighters arrived around 2:46am, 80 percent of the home was engulfed, according to officials. Two dogs were not able to make it out. The house is a total loss and the cause of the blaze is still under investigation. More>>
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Having a child with autism can be difficult for parents - especially when you have to send your child to a new school.But for one Savannah family the transition has been a nightmare and their son has been suspended numerous times.Isaiah Powers was diagnosed on the autism spectrum years ago and his parents have done all they can to learn about dealing with it, but now they fear his teachers and administrators at his new school, Windsor Forest Elementary, don't understand the disorder and are h... More>>
The 26th Annual Black Heritage Festival is underway in Savannah. More>>
One man is in police custody tonight after robbing the PetSmart on East Victory Drive.WSAV's Russ Riesinger was in the store
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U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham says he'll decide by May whether he'll run for president. He's already formed a political committee, called Security Through Strength. More>>
Construction of two additional nuclear reactors at Plant Vogtle face another 18 month delay
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The night life is growing in downtown Beaufort. Neighbors complain the noise is growing, too. While some say it's good business, others say it'sa bad life style when residents can't get peace and quiet at home.When night falls on Beaufort's business district and Waterfront Park, neighbors say the sounds disturb the peace."The dilemma we have is a few businesses and people want to use a public park as a part of their entertainment venue," says Dick Stewart.Stewart lives in Beaufort, and once l... More>>
U.S. Senators Johnny Isakson, R-GA., and David Perdue, R-GA., and U.S. Representative Buddy Carter, R-GA.-01, today applauded the inclusion of new construction funding for the Savannah Harbor Expansion Project (SHEP) in the president's Fiscal Year 2016 budget.
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Casino talks about "bullies" in two minutes of ad time during Super Bowl XLIX
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Police are investigating two unrelated shootings that occurred over the weekend.
The South Carolina Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal crash that happened in Jasper County at 6:20 p.m. According to Lance Corporal Judd Jones, the driver of a motorcycle was killed in the two vehicle collision.The 1984 Kawasaki motorcycle was traveling east on S.C. 336, and hit a 2008 Chevrolet pick up truck traveling west which was turning into a driveway. The driver of the motorcycle was wearing a helmet, but was pronounced dead at the scene.The driver of the truck, 21-year-old Chad D... More>>
Sgt. Andre Brigman was the driver in a single car crash while under the influence of alcohol. More>>
You can download and fill out application for pet adoption online just follow this link to the adoption checklist http://bit.ly/1vphCby. As per normal protocol the applications will ask some financial based information to see if you are fit to adopt and take care of the animal. More>>
Four dead bodies were found in a LaGrange home in the 100 block of Woodstream Trail Saturday night, according to the Troup County Sheriff's Office.The Troup County Sheriff's Office was conducting a welfare check on the home when the bodies were found. Authorities found the bodies at about 10:30 p.m. on Saturday night.No word yet on the identities of the bodies or how they died. Authorities are in the very early stage of their investigation and all their releasing right now is that it is “a de... More>>
Last call could be coming a little sooner for Bluffton bars and restaurants, if town council approves changes to its ordinance. Currently, state law stops the sale of liquor after 2 AM. Beer and wine is not restricted by the state and each municipality can have it's own ordinance. Right now, Bluffton doesn't have one, but that could all change if a new law is passed.12 AM, 1 AM, or 2 AM, those are the possible new last call times for downtown. And some business owners are concerned. "We have... More>>
The NFL investigating if Atlanta pumped fake crowd noise into Georgia Dome for 2 years of home games
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Statesboro Police have identified and arrested a man they say is responsible for a shooting during a burglary on November 10th of last year. Investigators say Kenta Cook, who is currently in custody in Dekalb County on other charges, shot 59-year-old Freddie Brinson at Brinson's home. Police say Cook was in the process of burglarizing Brinson's home when the homeowner returned and interrupted him, prompting Cook to shoot him and flee on foot. Brinson was flown to memorial and has since reco... More>>
To commemorate National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, the Chatham County Health Departmentand other groupsare hosting free and confidential HIV testing on Thursday, February 5. The testing will take place from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. in the Student Union Ballroom A on theSavannah State University campus. Results of those tests will be available in about 20 minutes. The event is hosted by the Chatham County Health Department, Chatham CARE Center andSavannah State University's "Get in the Know" HI... More>>
Several sources say Seattle defensive coordinator Dan Quinn has agreed to a five-year deal with Atlanta
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The Savannah-Chatham Metro Police Department is investigating a pedestrian-bus accident that happened Friday night. Around 8:03, the Major Accident Investigation team was called to Pennsylvania Avenue and Elgin St. Officers say 51-year-old Robert Johnson was asked to exit a CAT bus and fell under the wheel when the bus pulled away from the curbing. Johnson was taken to the hospital with serious injuries. More>>
Harveys Supermarkets is holding three upcoming job fairs to accept applications and conduct interviews to fill various positions in the Jesup, Springfield and Pembroke area. Jesup: Tuesday, Feb. 3, 10-2 pmSpringfield: Friday, Feb. 6, 12-4 pm Pembroke: Tuesday. Feb. 10, 12-4 pm Harveys is recruiting to fill various full-time and part-time positions including area managers, cashiers, stock clerks, deli, bakery, grocery, deli, and meat departments. It is recommended candidates apply online http... More>>
The Chatham County Aquatic Center is offering free swim lessons to low income adults this month. The "Swimming Saves Lives" schedule is as follows: Monday, February 2, 9, 16, and 23: Group Instruction from 3-4:00 p.m. and Individual Practice from 4-4:30 p.m. Tuesday, February 3, 10, 17 and 24: Group Instruction from 5:30-6:30 p.m. and Individual Practice from 6:30-7:00 p.m.Wednesday, February 4, .11. 18 and 25: Group Instruction from 6:15-7:15 p.m. and Individual Practice from 7:15-7:45 p.m.T... More>>
The Watoto Children's Choir of Uganda have kicked off their four month U.S. tour and will be performing in Bloomingdale February 3. More>>
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The situation looks bleak for Bobbi Kristina, the daughter of the late singer Whitney Houston and Singer Bobby Brown.The 23 year was was found face down in bath tub in her Atlanta home on Saturday. The incident is strangely similar to what happened to her mother three years ago. Whitney Houston accidentally drowned in a bathtub in a Beverly Hills hotel.Bobbi Kristina was rushed to a hospital in Roswell after her husband found her unconscious. Officials say Bobbi Kristina is in a medically in... More>>
The New England Patriots rallied to down the Seattle Seahawks 28-24 and win Super Bowl XLIX. More>>
Right before halftime at Super Bowl XLIX, local attorney Jamie Casino aired his second Super Bowl commercial. More>>
VITA sites are now open for tax preparationTax time is here and if you are planning on paying money to get your taxes done, it might not be necessary. This year taxpayers can make up to 60,000 dollars a year and still be eligible for free tax preparation through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program or VITA. More>>
Hundreds of Super Bowl fans are packing sports bars around Savannah. More>>
Kenneth and Khristi miss their father Floyd Adams. More>>
She rode in on a giant lion belting the lyrics to Roar and before it was all over Katy Perry head banged with Lenny Kravitz, got her freak on with Missy Elliott, and flew high above the stadium as fireworks shot into the sky. More>>
Is all publicity, good publicity? That's the question as Nationwide Insurance is seeing an online backlash surrounding its Super Bowl ad titled “Make Safe Happen.” More>>
Super Bowl XLIX is underway on NBC. Here is a look at pictures from throughout the game. More>>
Before the Super Bowl, President Obama spoke with NBC's Savannah Guthrie from the White House kitchen. More>>
It's not all about the hot wings and hot dogs. One local church took advantage of super bowl Sunday to feed Savannah's homeless. More>>
When Ryan Ferguson and his dad travel this week to Glendale, Arizona, for the Super Bowl, it will be a bucket-list experience. More>>
Here's a look at some of the Super Bowl XLIX parties happening around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. More>>
Forget about Deflategate. Forget about Marshawn Lynch and his lack of talking and forget about Tom Brady's cold. More>>
In just a few hours the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots will battle it out for the championship. More>>
New Covenant Church of Savannah is taking part in a campaign to feed our area's homeless. It's called the souper bowl of caring. More>>
Kate McKinneyThe Miss Hilton Head Island and Miss Hilton Head Island Teen was held Saturday night at Hilton Head Island High School 's Seahawk Cultural Center. Kate McKinney was crowned Miss Hilton Head Island 2015 winner. Sarah Hamrick was crowned Miss Hilton Head Island Teen 2015 winner. More>>
NEW YORK (AP) - More than 2 million Toyota, Chrysler and Honda vehicles are being recalled for a second fix for faulty air bags that may inadvertently inflate while the car is running. The recall includes some Acura MDX, Dodge Viper, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Honda Odyssey, Pontiac Vibe, Toyota Corolla and Toyota Avalon models made from 2002 to 2004. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says all the vehicles covered in Saturday's announcement had already been under a recall for th... More>>
One of the first events of the 26th annual Savannah Black Heritage Festival kicked off Saturday. The event catered to young people to continue the legacy of community leadership established by the late W.W. Law. Speaker George Shinhoster helped inspire students by asking "what can you do?” George is the brother of the late Earl Shinhoster, a Savannah civil rights leader. “Where we seek to explore various subjects with young people each summer for the past six years that allows them the opp... More>>
Casino takes on "Bullies" including former a Savannah Mayor and Police Chief
Casino takes on "Bullies" including former a Savannah Mayor and Police Chief
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