Georgia’s preparedness to prevent and contain public health threats has been questioned in an examination by the Atlanta-Journal Constitution.

Funerals were planned for two of the five victims of a South Carolina serial killer, and even a minister was keeping a firearm in his church office.

The University of Georgia has paid two fraternities nearly $2.4 million to move to houses off-campus.

She’s taken her battle to lose weight publically.
A difficult journey Ruby Gettinger, a Savannah native is now the star of the popular show “Ruby”.
Tonight the second season will kick off.
News Three’s Alice Massimi spoke with ruby about what the show means to her and to her many loyal fans.

Authorities say a teenage girl shot in her father’s store has become the fifth person slain by a suspected serial killer.

It’s a win, win situation when you visit Georgia’s State Parks this year.
Not only is it inexpensive and educational but without your support some of them may vanish.
News Three’s Alice Massimi spent the day at one of the area’s state parks and shows you why they’re an invaluable asset to any community.

On July 3rd around 11:00 p.m. Chatham County Sheriff K-9 partner Puma went missing from her residence.  She was last seen in the Waters Avenue and Montgomery Crossroads area of town.  Sheriff’s deputies have launched an exhaustive search for Puma, but as of this time have been unable to locate her.

Others decided to spend the holiday doing some good. Habersham Village hosted a pet adoption drive today

Fort McAllister wasn’t the only place to get a taste of history this July Fourth.

Millions of Americans got a jump-start on their July Fourth holiday.

About $400,000 in beef is missing after a truck was stolen today from a Ramada Limited in Ellenton, Florida.

The fear generated in Cherokee County over four murders by a serial killer has the phone ringing almost constantly at Crimestoppers in Columbia, which is handling all anonymous tips in the cases. It has received more than 50 calls in the last two days about the murders.

The youngest victim of the suspected serial killer in Cherokee County is fighting to stay alive Friday night.

Fifteen year old Ryan Stancell has lost his hand and most likely have to have both legs amputated after a fireworks accident Thursday night.

With a killer on the loose many people are relying on faith to find strength. More than 100 people gathered at Restoration Church in n Gaffney Friday night to pray for the victims and surprisingly enough, the suspect, and hopefully peace.

The Sheriff confirms Thursday night’s Gaffney murder and shooting are related to other murders in Cherokee County.

Experience the biggest and best Independence Day fireworks celebration in the Midwest.

Move will come in late July.  No reason has been given publicly leading to speculation of presidential bid.

Sanford and wife tell Davis his job won’t get in the way of reconciliation.  Davis says it’s time to get back to work.

Many holiday travelers are on the roads today.  Yet some who’ve packed their bags and started their trips think they have less company this year.  They think the recession is still affecting many as far as their holiday plans.

Fourth of July is synonymous with fireworks…but before you shoot rockets into the night sky listen to this.

We have some good news and maybe a little bad news.   
The good news first, with a bad economy, the City of Savannah is trying to hold taxes. 
The bad news is in some cases that may mean a little more work for you.
You know that part of your property between the sidewalk and the street that you haven’t had to worry about?
Well, fire up the lawn mower.  Here’s News Three Community Reporter Alice Massimi. 

In addition to keeping an eye out for unsafe drivers the City of Savannah is also checking your window tint.

Four murders in six days.  All within 10 miles of each other.

SCMPD officials have identified the homicide victim found Thursday afternoon on Hutchinson Island as 21-year old Necco McCrawl.  They say McCrawl was a soldier stationed at Hunter Army Airfield.

Do you want to get out and about for the 4th of July holiday?  News 3’s Randi Hempel has all the activities, locations and times so you and your loved ones can celebrate and create lasting memories without breaking the bank.

Emergency Repair Scheduled Tonight.

Man convicted of racketeering in defrauding church

Plant disease hits eastern US veggies early, hard

Starting today and running through the holiday weekend, Savannah-Chatham Metro Police will be cracking down on window tent violations.