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Forty-three rhesus macaque monkeys escaped from the Alpha Genesis Primate Research Center on November 6, 2024.
This podcast was shot on November 13, 2024 with WTOC's Simone McKenny, Shea Schrader and Anna Stansfield. Follow this story on our website wtoc.com for the latest information.
March is the 10th consecutive month to be named the hottest month on record.
To learn how this impacts the planet, we spoke with Dr. James Reichard from Georgia Southern University. He has been studying the climate for two decades.
For more information, visit NASA or NOAA website.
The deadline to file your taxes is quickly approaching. Elizabeth Ayoola with NerdWallet joined the WTOC News podcast to share some tips on how to make sure you file your taxes correctly.
Have you kept up with your New Year's Resolutions? Well either way, Alexa Burdick, a licensed professional counselor with Georgia Outreach, joined the WTOC podcast to talk about how to keep up with those goals or maybe even start some new ones.
For more information on Georgia Outreach, click here
For more information on Alexa Burdick, click here.
The National Association of Realtors recently settled a lawsuit that deals with real estate agent commissions. The decision resulted in the National Association of Realtors paying $418 million to home sellers.
Holden Lewis, a senior writer with Nerd Wallet and has been covering the housing market since 2001. The settlement is expected to impact how some brokers are paid, exactly how is still up for discussion. Lewis shares what he's heard from industry leaders.
Will Moseley is from Hazlehurst, Georgia and is a contestant on the 2024 season of American Idol. Moseley joined the WTOC podcast to talk about the journey to Hollywood and what he is looking forward to in the future.
The WTOC News Podcast talks with Dr. Elizabeth McKeown a colorectal surgeon from Memorial Health about colorectal cancer. What are the warning signs? Are there ways to prevent it? Dr. McKeown breaks down what you need to know to maintain a healthy colon.
For more information on colorectal cancer, click here.
As American Heart Month comes to a close, we talk with Dr. Chantrise Holliman, a heart attack survivor who is sharing her story to not only inspire but to inform.
Dr. Holliman is a part of the American Heart Association's 2024 Go Red for Women Class of Survivors.
The Matthew Reardon Center for Autism hosts the annual Savannah Autism Conference for community members, educational leaders and more. Their reach goes well beyond the conference and now leaders are sharing more on how people can get involved or support.
For more information on the organization, click here.
Dawn Baker and Hayley Boland sit down with Doug Weathers to look back at 70 years of WTOC!
Stan Deaton and Christy Crisp stopped by the WTOC News podcast to talk about everything happening for the 2024 Georgia History Festival. For more information on the festivities, click here. To learn more about the Georgia Historical Society, click here.
February is also recognized as American Heart Month. Heart disease remains the number one cause of death in the United States according to the American Heart Association. Jada Lane, the clinical manager for St. Joseph Candler's Cardiology department, joined the WTOC News Podcast to talk about what can be done to prevent and or treat heart disease.
For more information on heart disease in the United States, click here.
Jeff Roberts and Rachel West join the WTOC Podcast to talk about their time as sports journalist, covering Georgia and South Carolina sports and what you can expect from them in the future. Both say if you have a story you think they should cover, reach out!
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Alexa Burdick is a licensed associate professional counselor with Georgia Outreach. Burdick shares the best way to create "S.M.A.R.T." goals that you can make a reality this year.
For more information on counseling services from Georgia Outreach, click here.
Ahead of the Savannah MLK Day Parade, WTOC's Simone McKenny sat down with the president of the MLK Observance Day Association to learn about the events and celebration for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2024.
For more information on this year's celebration, click here.
WTOC Digital Anchor and Reporter Simone McKenny talks with a NerdWallet personal finance expert about the changes in Black Friday over the years and where you can find the best deals this year. Plus, we hear a from a Tanger Outlets representive about the traffic they saw on Black Friday at their Savannah/Pooler location.
Watch this podcast and the rest of the digital Ghost Pirates series online or on the WTOC+ app.
WTOC's digital anchor and reporter, Simone McKenny sits down with Dr. Bonzo Reddick to learn more about the updated COVID-19 vaccine that recently became available.
Key points:
- One and done. Dr. Reddick says this new COVID vaccine requires just one shot. No need to come back in a few weeks for a booster. It is monovalent and targets the current circulating strains of the virus.
- You can get your COVID, Flu and RSV vaccine all at the same time.
- The vaccine first became available in Chatham County but other counties should have the vaccine soon.
For more information on the COVID-19 vaccines, click here.
WTOC's anchor and investigative reporter Aria Janel shares the findings from her Asked and Answered story raising the question whether it is better to rent or buy a home right now.
For more information on the story: https://www.wtoc.com/2023/09/19/crunching-numbers-is-it-cheaper-rent-or-buy/
To submit a tip to the Asked and Answered: https://www.wtoc.com/news/investigate/asked-and-answered/
WTOC Digital Anchor and Multimedia Journalist Simone McKenny gives a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. Read more about the biggest stories this week by clicking one of the links below:
Sapelo Island residents frustrated after zoning ordinance is approved
Updated COVID-19 vaccine coming to the Coastal Health District soon
Kemp temporarily suspends gas tax, declares state of emergency to help with inflation
Savannah Police says app is in the works to report crime
Roars on Tybee for F-22 demonstration
WTOC Digital Anchor and Multimedia Journalist Simone McKenny gives a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. Read more about the biggest stories this week by clicking one of the links below:
New motions filed in Quinton Simon case
Savannah doctor discusses new Covid-19 strains, accessibility of new vaccine
Biden-Harris SAVE Plan aiming to create affordable options for student loan borrowers
Residents of Sapelo Island concerned over proposed zoning ordinance
WTOC Digital Anchor and Multimedia Journalist Simone McKenny gives a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. Read more about the biggest stories this week by clicking one of the links below:
The latest on Trump’s Fulton County election probe indictment
Person sentenced to 10 years for deliberately driving through Rincon parade
Former deputy charged, one at large in deadly Walterboro restaurant shooting
FEMA seeking funds for peak hurricane season
Hendrix Park restored after tornado hit Bryan County
Anchor Dawn Baker sits down with Dal Cannady to look back on his 27 years as Bureau Chief at WTOC.
WTOC Digital Anchor and Multimedia Journalist Simone McKenny gives a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. Read more about the biggest stories this week by clicking one of the links below:
Political science professor discusses uncertainty over what’s next after Trump indictment
Karate instructor arrested on child exploitation charges in McIntosh Co.
Savannah hospitals seeing increase in COVID cases
Georgia’s public service commissioner discusses spike in electric bill due to new reactor at Plant Vogtle
Invasive insect found in Savannah is first known US detection
WTOC Digital Anchor and Multimedia Journalist Simone McKenny gives a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. Read more about the biggest stories this week by clicking one of the links below:
- Savannah detective accused of lying during murder case has been fired
- Woman gets job back at Lowe’s after being attacked while trying to stop shoplifting
- Yemassee teenager arrested for two murders in different counties
- Tybee Island reviewing options to improve EMS response times
- SCCPSS aiming to increase resources for under performing schools
WTOC Digital Anchor and Multimedia Journalist Simone McKenny gives a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. Read more about the biggest stories this week by clicking one of the links below:
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Memorial Health included in HCA Healthcare data breach
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Public comment period open for plan to raise clearance, replace cables of Talmadge Bridge
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More than 20 Beaufort County schools will have free breakfast, lunch thanks to federal program
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Public meeting held to discuss changes to Savannah’s alcohol ordinance
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Bluffton man charged with crimes related to Jan. 6 breach at U.S. Capitol
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Tiny downtown LA store near Skid Row sells winning Powerball jackpot ticket worth over $1 billion
WTOC Anchor and Investigative Reporter Max Diekneite gives a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. Read more about the biggest stories this week by clicking one of the links below: * Person arrested after driving military vehicle into front of 3rd I.D. headquarters * Lawyer for former Effingham Co. baseball coach discusses lawsuit * Suspect in custody after manhunt in Evans, Bulloch counties * Savannah-Chatham school board approves millage rate
WTOC Digital Anchor Simone McKenny gives a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. Read more about the biggest stories this week by clicking one of the links below: ‘There’s room for a lot of error:’ SouthCoast employee says management hasn’t said anything about phone issues One dead after alligator attack on Hilton Head Island One man dead after shooting at officers during traffic stop on I-16, police say Mallory Beach wrongful death suit heading to trial in August Another suspect in custody connected to 2021 shooting that killed Bluffton teen
WTOC Digital Anchor Simone McKenny gives a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. Read more about the biggest stories this week by clicking one of the links below: Federal Aviation Administration investigating deadly plane crash in Claxton Extra law enforcement coming to Tybee Island for July 4th, unpermitted event crowds First Lady Jill Biden to attend Marine recruit graduation at Parris Island Divided Supreme Court outlaws affirmative action in college admissions, says race can’t be used New Georgia laws take effect July 1 Savannah Mayor Van Johnson speaks on recent rise in deadly shootings
WTOC Digital Anchor Simone McKenny gives a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. Read more about the biggest stories this week by clicking one of the links below: Savannah rapper indicted on street gang, drug charges 12 people facing charges in relation to a chicken fighting ring in Jeff Davis Co. Savannah Police searching for person responsible for graffiti downtown Long Co. Health Dept. offering back-to-school vaccination and screening events
Camille Syed sat down with Dr. Ann Levett one last time before the superintendent retires this summer.
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
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Leilani Simon indicted by grand jury in murder of toddler son: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/12/15/leilani-simon-indicted-19-charges-by-grand-jury/
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Quinton Simon Case: https://www.wtoc.com/news/quinton-simon-case/
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Liberty Co. investigators seeking answer of identity of woman found dead in Riceboro: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/12/14/body-found-riceboro-still-unidentified-investigators-searching-answers/
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Soldier killed in shooting at Ft. Stewart: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/12/12/reported-shooting-under-investigation-ft-stewart-no-threat-community/
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Bulloch Co. teacher surprised with graduation ceremony: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/12/13/william-james-middle-school-surprises-teacher-with-graduation-ceremony/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
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Warnock defeats Walker in U.S. Senate runoff: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/12/07/democratic-sen-warnock-wins-georgia-runoff-against-walker/
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Discussions continued until January after hearing for three in Crocker case: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/12/08/hearing-scheduled-3-charged-crocker-case/
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Two people facing criminal charges after man found dead in Effingham County: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/12/05/2-people-facing-criminal-charges-after-man-found-dead-effingham-co/
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GSU students relocated after car crashes into dorm: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/12/06/students-relocated-after-car-crashes-into-georgia-southern-housing-building/
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WTOC collecting toys, coats for kids: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/12/05/wtoc-collecting-toy-donations-3-sams-club-locations-this-week/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week’s biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
In this episode:
- FBI: DNA confirms Quinton Simon’s remains were found in landfill: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/11/28/dna-analysis-confirms-quinton-simons-remains-were-found-landfill-according-fbi/
- CCSO explains why Leilani Simon is in protective custody in jail: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/11/30/chatham-co-sheriff-explains-why-leilani-simon-is-protective-custody-jail/
- Quinton Simon Case: https://www.wtoc.com/news/quinton-simon-case/
- Report of active shooter at Savannah High part of hoax: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/11/30/i-was-scared-parents-react-savannah-high-school-active-shooter-hoax/
- Woman found dead in Yemassee in 1995 identified: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/12/01/beaufort-co-sheriffs-office-discussing-new-developments-1995-cold-case/
- Top ranked Dawgs set for SEC Championship on WTOC: https://www.wtoc.com/sports/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
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Suspect accused of plowing through Rincon parade denied bond for second time: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/11/15/suspect-accused-plowing-through-rincon-parade-denied-bond/
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GA lawmakers divided on judge's ruling to overturn state's abortion ban: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/11/16/georgia-lawmakers-divided-judges-ruling-overturn-abortion-ban/
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Toddler found dead at bottom of Beaufort hotel pool: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/11/15/2-year-old-found-bottom-hotel-pool-beaufort/
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Chatham County adds Sunday early voting for U.S. Senate runoff: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/11/16/chatham-co-adding-sunday-early-voting-us-senate-runoff-race/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
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WTOC Elections Center: https://www.wtoc.com/politics/elections/
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Tropical Storm Nicole brings wind and rain to coastal Georgia and South Carolina: https://www.wtoc.com/weather/
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Savannah City Council votes to remove name of Calhoun Square: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/11/10/savannah-city-council-votes-remove-name-calhoun-square/
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Dog stolen from Humane Society returned days later: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/11/10/humane-society-greater-savannah-asking-help-finding-stolen-dog/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
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WTOC Elections Center: https://www.wtoc.com/politics/elections/
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Tropical Storm Nicole brings wind and rain to coastal Georgia and South Carolina: https://www.wtoc.com/weather/
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Savannah City Council votes to remove name of Calhoun Square: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/11/10/savannah-city-council-votes-remove-name-calhoun-square/
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Dog stolen from Humane Society returned days later: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/11/10/humane-society-greater-savannah-asking-help-finding-stolen-dog/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
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Savannah Mayor Van Johnson delivers State of the City address: https://www.wtoc.com/video/2022/11/03/savannah-state-city-address/
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WTOC recap of State of the City address: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/11/02/savannah-mayor-deliver-2022-state-city-address/
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Homicides, violent crime on rise in Savannah: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/11/02/savannah-mayor-deliver-2022-state-city-address/
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Prosecutors release details in deaths of Maggie and Paul Murdaugh: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/11/02/prosecutors-specify-times-deaths-murdaugh-victims-new-court-documents/
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WTOC sits down with Georgia gubernatorial candidates: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/11/01/watch-wtoc-interviews-gov-brian-kemp-stacey-abrams-ahead-election-day-2022/
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WTOC Elections Center: https://www.wtoc.com/politics/elections/
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Ghost Pirates set for first home game in franchise history: https://www.wtoc.com/sports/savannah-ghost-pirates/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
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Savannah Mayor Van Johnson delivers State of the City address: https://www.wtoc.com/video/2022/11/03/savannah-state-city-address/
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WTOC recap of State of the City address: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/11/02/savannah-mayor-deliver-2022-state-city-address/
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Homicides, violent crime on rise in Savannah: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/11/02/savannah-mayor-deliver-2022-state-city-address/
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Prosecutors release details in deaths of Maggie and Paul Murdaugh: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/11/02/prosecutors-specify-times-deaths-murdaugh-victims-new-court-documents/
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WTOC sits down with Georgia gubernatorial candidates: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/11/01/watch-wtoc-interviews-gov-brian-kemp-stacey-abrams-ahead-election-day-2022/
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WTOC Elections Center: https://www.wtoc.com/politics/elections/
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Ghost Pirates set for first home game in franchise history: https://www.wtoc.com/sports/savannah-ghost-pirates/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
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Exclusive interview with Leilani Simon, mother of Quinton Simon and only suspect in Quinton's disappearance: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/10/24/mother-missing-child-only-suspect-case-discusses-harassment-search-her-son/
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Savannah PD officer who shot Saudi Lee fired for unrelated incident: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/10/26/savannah-officer-who-shot-saudi-lee-fired-incident-unrelated-shooting/
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Savannah PD officer involved in deadly shooting also arrested for DUI: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/10/27/former-savannah-officer-involved-deadly-shooting-also-arrested-dui/
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Early voting begins in South Carolina: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/10/24/early-voting-starts-south-carolina/
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SCAD Savannah Film Festival celebrates 25th year: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/10/24/its-exciting-have-people-experience-savannah-stars-attend-scads-annual-film-festival/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
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Exclusive interview with Leilani Simon, mother of Quinton Simon and only suspect in Quinton's disappearance: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/10/24/mother-missing-child-only-suspect-case-discusses-harassment-search-her-son/
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Savannah PD officer who shot Saudi Lee fired for unrelated incident: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/10/26/savannah-officer-who-shot-saudi-lee-fired-incident-unrelated-shooting/
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Savannah PD officer involved in deadly shooting also arrested for DUI: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/10/27/former-savannah-officer-involved-deadly-shooting-also-arrested-dui/
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Early voting begins in South Carolina: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/10/24/early-voting-starts-south-carolina/
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SCAD Savannah Film Festival celebrates 25th year: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/10/24/its-exciting-have-people-experience-savannah-stars-attend-scads-annual-film-festival/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
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Search for missing Quinton Simon moves to Chatham County landfill: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/10/18/police-searching-landfill-missing-toddler-quinton-simon/
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Quinton Simon case page: https://www.wtoc.com/news/quinton-simon-case/
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Early voting begins in Georgia: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/10/17/ga-early-voting-begins-monday/
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WTOC Elections Center: https://www.wtoc.com/politics/elections/
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Ghost Pirates ready to drop puck on inaugural season: https://www.wtoc.com/sports/savannah-ghost-pirates/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
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CCPD believes missing toddler Quinton Simon is dead, mother is only suspect at this time: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/10/13/watch-chatham-co-police-fbi-give-update-quinton-simon/
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Date set for Alex Murdaugh murder trial: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/10/13/date-set-alex-murdaugh-murder-trial/
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City of Savannah evicts homeless camp under Truman Parkway: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/10/13/city-savannah-evicts-homeless-camp-under-truman-parkway/
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Organizers hoping for big crowds at Great Ogeechee Seafood Festival: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/10/10/organizers-hoping-big-crowds-great-ogeechee-seafood-festival/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
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Search continues for missing toddler in Chatham County: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/10/06/search-continues-missing-toddler-last-seen-wednesday-morning/
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Weapon found on student at Windsor Forest High: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/10/05/weapon-found-windsor-forest-high-student-after-fight-cafeteria/
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FBI involved in false shooting report at Beaufort High, other SC schools: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/10/05/fbi-involved-false-shooting-report-investigation-beaufort-high-other-sc-schools/
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Damage from Hurricane Ian minimal in WTOC viewing area: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/10/04/savannah-mayor-van-johnson-says-city-was-prepared-ian-will-help-those-impacted/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
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Wilson sentenced to 10 years in prison for 2020 deadly shooting; defense attorneys say they'll appeal: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/09/21/marc-wilsons-attorneys-say-they-will-appeal-sentence-2020-deadly-shooting/
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Former City of Savannah alderman Tony Thomas arrested: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/09/20/tony-thomas-former-savannah-alderman-arrested-felony-theft/
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Debate over possible big cat sightings in Georgia: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/09/15/debate-over-possible-big-cat-sightings-ga/
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McIlroy will defend CJ Cup title at Congaree: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/09/20/rory-mcilroy-will-defend-cj-cup-title-ridgeland/
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WTOC golf page: https://www.wtoc.com/sports/golf/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
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Wilson sentenced to 10 years in prison for 2020 deadly shooting; defense attorneys say they'll appeal: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/09/21/marc-wilsons-attorneys-say-they-will-appeal-sentence-2020-deadly-shooting/
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Former City of Savannah alderman Tony Thomas arrested: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/09/20/tony-thomas-former-savannah-alderman-arrested-felony-theft/
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Debate over possible big cat sightings in Georgia: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/09/15/debate-over-possible-big-cat-sightings-ga/
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McIlroy will defend CJ Cup title at Congaree: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/09/20/rory-mcilroy-will-defend-cj-cup-title-ridgeland/
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WTOC golf page: https://www.wtoc.com/sports/golf/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
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Port Wentworth city council removes planning and zoning board chairman after arrest: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/09/13/port-wentworth-city-council-removes-planning-zoning-board-chairman-after-arrest/
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Savannah Mayor shares details of cancer diagnosis: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/09/12/savannah-mayor-van-johnson-shares-details-cancer-diagnosis/
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Driver killed in crash after leading police on chase: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/09/14/driver-killed-crash-after-leading-police-chase-driving-wrong-lanes/
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Vehicle of missing HHI woman located; family hasn't heard from her in months: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/09/14/vehicle-missing-hilton-head-woman-located-family-has-not-heard-her-over-month/
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Remembering Lt. Gen. Donald Rosenblum: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/09/14/remembering-lt-general-donald-rosenblum/
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Brooklet Peanut Festival returns this weekend: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/09/15/brooklet-peanut-festival-returns-this-weekend/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
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Port Wentworth city council removes planning and zoning board chairman after arrest: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/09/13/port-wentworth-city-council-removes-planning-zoning-board-chairman-after-arrest/
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Savannah Mayor shares details of cancer diagnosis: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/09/12/savannah-mayor-van-johnson-shares-details-cancer-diagnosis/
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Driver killed in crash after leading police on chase: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/09/14/driver-killed-crash-after-leading-police-chase-driving-wrong-lanes/
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Vehicle of missing HHI woman located; family hasn't heard from her in months: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/09/14/vehicle-missing-hilton-head-woman-located-family-has-not-heard-her-over-month/
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Remembering Lt. Gen. Donald Rosenblum: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/09/14/remembering-lt-general-donald-rosenblum/
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Brooklet Peanut Festival returns this weekend: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/09/15/brooklet-peanut-festival-returns-this-weekend/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
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Illegal automatic handgun switches found in Chatham County: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/09/07/illegal-automatic-handgun-switches-found-chatham-co/
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Motion to sever granted in Mallory Beach lawsuit: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/09/08/motion-sever-granted-mallory-beach-lawsuit/
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WTOC Murdaugh Case Page: https://www.wtoc.com/news/lowcountry/murdaugh-case/
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Funeral arrangements set for Savannah Police officer killed in crash: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/09/06/funeral-arrangements-set-spd-officer-killed-crash/
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Lease termination rescinded for hundreds of tenants in Lowcountry neighborhood: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/09/06/lease-termination-rescinded-hundreds-tenants-lowcountry-neighborhood/
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Hunter Army Airfield soldiers run for 9/11 remembrance: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/09/08/patriot-day-run-haaf-remembers-911/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
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Illegal automatic handgun switches found in Chatham County: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/09/07/illegal-automatic-handgun-switches-found-chatham-co/
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Motion to sever granted in Mallory Beach lawsuit: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/09/08/motion-sever-granted-mallory-beach-lawsuit/
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WTOC Murdaugh Case Page: https://www.wtoc.com/news/lowcountry/murdaugh-case/
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Funeral arrangements set for Savannah Police officer killed in crash: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/09/06/funeral-arrangements-set-spd-officer-killed-crash/
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Lease termination rescinded for hundreds of tenants in Lowcountry neighborhood: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/09/06/lease-termination-rescinded-hundreds-tenants-lowcountry-neighborhood/
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Hunter Army Airfield soldiers run for 9/11 remembrance: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/09/08/patriot-day-run-haaf-remembers-911/
WTOC is launching a new show on Sept. 12, Afternoon Break! Meet Becky Sattero, as her and Sam Bauman look to bring some fun to your early afternoon TV.
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week’s biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
In this episode:
- Marc Wilson found guilty of involuntary manslaughter in 2020 Statesboro murder trial: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/08/31/marc-wilson-found-guilty-involuntary-manslaughter-2020-statesboro-shooting-trial/
- Savannah PD mourns officer who died in car crash: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/08/29/spd-mourns-officer-who-dies-car-crash/
- Chatham Co. Sheriff’s Office mourns loss of corporal: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/08/30/chatham-co-sheriffs-office-mourns-loss-corporal/
- HHI mayor makes statement after 350+ people face eviction from Lowcountry neighborhood: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/08/26/hilton-head-mayor-releases-statement-after-over-350-people-face-eviction-lowcountry-neighborhood/
- Eleven year old leads police on high speed chase in Hinesville: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/08/31/11-year-old-leads-police-high-speed-chase-hinesville/
- Keep up with the latest college football updates on the WTOC Sports page: https://www.wtoc.com/sports/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week’s biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
In this episode:
- Marc Wilson found guilty of involuntary manslaughter in 2020 Statesboro murder trial: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/08/31/marc-wilson-found-guilty-involuntary-manslaughter-2020-statesboro-shooting-trial/
- Savannah PD mourns officer who died in car crash: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/08/29/spd-mourns-officer-who-dies-car-crash/
- Chatham Co. Sheriff’s Office mourns loss of corporal: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/08/30/chatham-co-sheriffs-office-mourns-loss-corporal/
- HHI mayor makes statement after 350+ people face eviction from Lowcountry neighborhood: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/08/26/hilton-head-mayor-releases-statement-after-over-350-people-face-eviction-lowcountry-neighborhood/
- Eleven year old leads police on high speed chase in Hinesville: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/08/31/11-year-old-leads-police-high-speed-chase-hinesville/
- Keep up with the latest college football updates on the WTOC Sports page: https://www.wtoc.com/sports/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week’s biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
In this episode:
- Mayor, Chatham Co. Police Chief address plans to enhance safety at Memorial Stadium: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/08/23/chatham-co-police-chief-addressing-plans-enhance-safety-memorial-stadium/
- DA, Savannah mayor have mixed reactions to city’s decision to hire federal prosecutor: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/08/23/district-attorney-savannah-mayor-have-mixed-reactions-citys-decision-hire-federal-prosecutor/
- Hundreds of tenants facing eviction in single Lowcountry neighborhood: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/08/24/hundreds-tenants-facing-eviction-lowcountry-neighborhood/
- Historic Savannah Foundation honor restored W.W. Law home: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/08/23/historic-savannah-foundation-honors-restoration-ww-law-home/
- Savannah Bananas to play Banana Ball year round, leaving CPL: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/08/24/savannah-bananas-announce-they-will-play-banana-ball-year-round/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week’s biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
In this episode:
- Mayor, Chatham Co. Police Chief address plans to enhance safety at Memorial Stadium: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/08/23/chatham-co-police-chief-addressing-plans-enhance-safety-memorial-stadium/
- DA, Savannah mayor have mixed reactions to city’s decision to hire federal prosecutor: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/08/23/district-attorney-savannah-mayor-have-mixed-reactions-citys-decision-hire-federal-prosecutor/
- Hundreds of tenants facing eviction in single Lowcountry neighborhood: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/08/24/hundreds-tenants-facing-eviction-lowcountry-neighborhood/
- Historic Savannah Foundation honor restored W.W. Law home: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/08/23/historic-savannah-foundation-honors-restoration-ww-law-home/
- Savannah Bananas to play Banana Ball year round, leaving CPL: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/08/24/savannah-bananas-announce-they-will-play-banana-ball-year-round/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
In this episode:
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Man indicted on homicide charges following deadly boat crash: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/08/17/man-indicted-homicide-charges-following-may-boat-crash-that-killed-5/
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Deadly alligator attack under investigation in Sun City: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/08/15/deadly-alligator-attack-under-investigation-sun-city/
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Savannah mayor says gun crime should be city's top priority: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/08/17/savannah-mayor-says-gun-crime-should-be-citys-top-priority/
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Allstate files 25% rate increase on Georgia policyholders: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/08/16/allstate-files-25-percent-rate-increase-ga-policyholders/
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WTOC The End Zone is back! https://www.wtoc.com/sports/high-school/football/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
In this episode:
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Men convicted for murdering Arbery are sentenced on federal hate crimes charges: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/08/08/mcmichaels-bryan-sentenced-federal-hate-crimes-arbery-murder/
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Savannah Mall sold for more than $8 million: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/08/10/savannah-mall-sold-over-8-million/
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Mother of woman killed in Hinesville murder-suicide remembers her daughter: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/08/08/remember-her-smile-mother-woman-who-was-killed-hinesville-murder-suicide-speaks-out/
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Classes begin for Fall 2022 at Georgia Southern University: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/08/10/2022-fall-classes-begin-campuses-georgia-southern-university/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
In this episode:
- Savannah Police net 26 arrests in crime reduction operation: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/08/02/savannah-police-makes-26-arrests-two-day-operation/
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Interim SPD Chief discusses priorities and plans for department: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/08/02/interim-savannah-police-chief-lenny-gunther-discusses-priorities-plans-his-term/
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School zone speed cameras back in session in Chatham County: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/08/02/slow-it-down-school-zone-speed-cameras-back-session/
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WTOC Back 2 School page: https://www.wtoc.com/back2school/
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Tax helpers unsure on how GA unborn tax exemption will work: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/08/04/tax-helpers-unclear-yet-how-exactly-unborn-child-tax-exemption-will-work/
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SC sales tax holiday starts this weekend: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/08/03/sc-sales-tax-holiday-starts-this-weekend/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
In this episode:
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Wife, husband dead after apparent murder-suicide in Hinesville: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/07/28/hinesville-business-closes-after-apparent-murder-suicide/
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Gun violence patients at Memorial on pace to set record: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/07/28/gun-violence-patients-memorial-health-pace-set-record/
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WTOC exclusive interview with Savannah PD Chief Roy Minter in final days on job: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/07/27/interview-savannah-police-chiefs-last-week-job-before-focusing-us-marshals-nomination/
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Three year old dead, mother burned after Effingham Co. house fire: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/07/26/3-year-old-dead-mother-burned-after-effingham-co-house-fire/
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Gator removed from Savannah day care: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/07/27/alligator-removed-savannah-daycare/
It’s the last week on the job for the chief of police in Savannah. The city announced late last month that Chief Roy Minter is stepping down. Minter is working to be confirmed as the next U.S. Marshall for the Southern District of Georgia.
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
In this episode:
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Alex Murdaugh pleads not guilty to murder of wife, son: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/07/20/watch-live-alex-murdaugh-bond-hearing-murder-charges-killing-wife-son/
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WTOC Murdaugh Case page: https://www.wtoc.com/news/lowcountry/murdaugh-case/
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Two veterans, former Nine Line employees ID'ed in murder-suicide investigation: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/07/19/2-veterans-former-nine-line-employees-identified-murder-suicide-investigation/
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Mayor Johnson responds to calls for his resignation following shooting by SPD officer: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/07/21/mayor-johnson-responds-calls-his-resignation-following-shooting-by-an-spd-officer/
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Massive hammerhead tagged off HHI coast: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/07/19/dorsal-fin-alone-was-big-my-leg-massive-hammerhead-shark-tagged-off-hilton-head-coast/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week’s biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
In this episode:
- Alex Murdaugh indicted on two counts of murder in deaths of wife, son: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/07/14/colleton-county-grand-jury-meets-speculation-centers-murdaugh-charges/
- WTOC Murdaugh Case Page: https://www.wtoc.com/news/lowcountry/murdaugh-case/
- Tormenta FC player killed in hit and run in Statesboro: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/07/12/tormenta-team-travels-first-game-without-teammate-killed-hit-and-run/
- Beaufort businesses ready for Water Festival’s impact: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/07/13/beaufort-businesses-ready-water-festivals-impact/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
In this episode:
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Two teens charged in shooting in Savannah: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/07/03/two-teens-injured-overnight-shooting-savannah/
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City of Savannah using flood lights to deter crime near City Market: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/07/06/city-savannah-using-flood-lights-help-deter-crime-near-city-market/
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New Islands Expressway bridge opening: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/07/06/new-islands-expressway-bridge-opening-lane-shift-planned-thursday-night/
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10,000 new homes set to be built in Richmond Hill development: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/07/05/10000-new-homes-set-be-built-along-great-ogeechee-pkwy/
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Hinesville gas station sells gas at discount to help community: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/07/04/its-worth-it-hinesville-gas-station-loses-up-12000-after-selling-gas-discount-community/
As she prepares to say goodbye to Savannah and WTOC, Cyreia Sandlin sat down with Jamie Ertle, Tim Guidera, and Kyle Jordan to look back on her 10+ years in the Hostess City.
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week’s biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
In this week’s episode:
- Community members ask for transparency, accountability after man killed by Savannah officer: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/06/29/community-members-ask-transparency-accountability-after-man-killed-by-savannah-officer/
- Savannah Police Chief Roy Minter stepping down in July: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/06/30/savannah-police-department-chief-stepping-down-focus-us-marshal-nomination/
- FBI investigating other churches after Hinesville raid: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/06/29/fbi-investigating-other-churches-after-hinesville-raid/
- PGA Tour event returning to Lowcountry, Congaree: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/06/29/pga-tour-tournament-coming-ridgeland-golf-club/
- Your 2022 guide to celebrating Independence Day in the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/06/30/fourth-july-events-guide/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week’s biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
In this week’s episode:
- FBI raids Hinesville church: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/06/23/fbi-raid-hinesville-church-connected-search-another-ga-church/
- Georgia Forestry crews work to contain fire on St. Catherine’s Island: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/06/22/nature-tends-survive-crews-work-contain-st-catherines-island-fire/
- Trade Center Landing collapse won’t impact Georgia Municipal Association convention: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/06/23/hutchinson-island-deck-collapse-wont-impact-georgia-municipal-association-convention/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
In this episode:
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South Carolina 2022 primary election results: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/06/14/link-south-carolina-primary-election-results/
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Savannah Police investigating Pooler shooting that left one man injured: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/06/14/spd-investigates-benton-blvd-shooting/
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Teenager killed, another injured in Metter shooting: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/06/15/adult-teenager-injured-shooting-metter/
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Cargo ship dislodged after running aground on Savannah River: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/06/15/cargo-ship-runs-aground-savannah-river-no-injuries-reported/
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Oppressive heat blankets area with more expected next week: https://www.wtoc.com/weather/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
In this episode:
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Off-duty correctional officer killed, GBI investigating: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/06/04/gbi-investigating-saturday-morning-homicide-guyton/
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DA won't pursue charges on Savannah PD officer involved in deadly 2021 shooting: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/06/08/family-friends-react-das-decision-not-charge-savannah-officer-fatal-shooting/
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Reward offered for info on Savannah arson cold case: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/06/08/reward-offered-information-savannah-arson-cold-case/
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Chatham Co. officers will soon help Marine Patrol during busy season: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/06/07/chatham-co-marine-patrol-encouraging-boater-safety-this-summer/
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Be Hurricane Ready in 2022: https://www.wtoc.com/weather/hurricane/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
In this episode:
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Five people dead in two boat crash on Wilmington River over Memorial Day weekend: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/05/28/crews-respond-boat-incident-wilmington-river/
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Avian Influenza found in Toombs County: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/06/02/avian-influenza-found-toombs-county/
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Early voting gets underway for SC Primary: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/05/31/early-voting-starts-tuesday-sc/
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GA Southern to host NCAA Regional for first time: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/06/02/georgia-southern-eagles-baseball-team-prepares-ncaa-baseball-regional/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
In this week's episode:
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Hyundai to build electric vehicle manufacturing plant in Bryan County: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/05/20/hyundai-motor-group-invest-554-billion-electric-vehicle-battery-manufacturing-facility-bryan-county/
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Kia plant in West Point, GA transforms the region: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/05/20/kia-plant-georgia-transforms-region/
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Gunman kills 19 children in Texas school rampage: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/05/24/texas-school-district-locked-down-amid-reports-shooter/
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Rifle found on gunman manufactured by Daniel Defense: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/05/25/rifle-found-gunman-after-mass-shooting-texas-elementary-school-manufactured-by-savannah-business/
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Gov. Kemp, Walker win high profile GOP primary races: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/05/25/gov-brian-kemp-declared-winner-republican-primary-georgia-governor/
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Unofficial SCCPSS Board President winner speaks to WTOC: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/05/25/projected-chatham-county-school-board-president-winner-speaks-election/
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WTOC Elections Center: https://www.wtoc.com/politics/elections/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the biggest news stories of the week from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
In this episode:
-Gov. Kemp to hold economic announcement in Bryan County on Friday: https://www.wtoc.com/livestream/
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Family, friends remember teen killed in Yamacraw Village shooting; reward offered for info: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/05/17/spd-offers-5000-reward-yamacraw-village-shooting-that-claimed-15-year-olds-life/
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Delaware St. University files DOJ complaint against Liberty Co. Sheriff's Office: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/05/18/delaware-state-university-files-complaint-us-dept-justice-after-bus-search/
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Tybee Island considers change to STVR ordinance: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/05/16/city-tybee-island-considers-changing-short-term-vacation-rental-ordinance/
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Savannah Ghost Pirates announce NHL affiliate, name first head coach: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/05/19/savannah-ghost-pirates-announce-head-coach-nhl-affiliate/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
In this episode:
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Liberty Co. deputies' stop and search of Delaware St. women's lacrosse team bus: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/05/11/delaware-attorney-general-asks-federal-investigation-after-lacrosse-team-bus-stop-search/
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New electric vehicle manufacturing plant coming to GA?: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/05/12/sources-hyundai-set-7b-georgia-plant-during-biden-visit/
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Savannah Mayor asking local, federal prosecutors to make gun violence cases a top priority: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/05/10/savannah-mayor-asking-local-federal-prosecutors-make-gun-violence-cases-top-priority/
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K9 Rio retires from Statesboro PD: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/05/11/k9-rio-retires-statesboro-police-department/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week’s biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
In this episode:
- Roe v. Wade protests happen in Savannah, nationwide: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/05/04/were-trying-preserve-right-that-every-woman-should-have-nationwide-roe-v-wade-protests-continue-savannah/
- Alex Murdaugh, two others indicted on additional charges: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/05/04/alex-murdaugh-2-others-indicted-additional-charges/
- Murdaugh Case: https://www.wtoc.com/news/lowcountry/murdaugh-case/
- AG prosecutors detail case against former Brunswick DA: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/05/05/ag-prosecutors-detail-their-case-against-former-brunswick-da/
- Savannah Ghost Pirates schedule for inaugural season released: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/05/05/savannah-ghost-pirates-announce-their-2022-2023-schedule/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
In this episode:
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Savannah Mayor discusses recent gun violence: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/04/26/savannah-mayor-van-johnson-discusses-recent-gun-violence/
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Police ID victim killed on Bay Street Sunday as European visitor: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/04/27/police-identify-man-killed-bay-street-sunday/
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Neighbors react to Historic Savannah closing on Virginia Jackson Kiah House: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/04/27/happy-beyond-belief-neighbors-react-historic-savannah-closing-virginia-jackson-kiah-house/
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Baby formula shortage affecting parents, pediatricians: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/04/26/baby-formula-shortage-affecting-parents-savannah-pediatricians/
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Black Creek golf course expected to open next month following destructive tornado: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/04/28/black-creek-golf-course-expected-reopen-next-month-following-destructive-tornado/
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Bryan Co. tornado victims can apply for low interest loans at Pembroke PD: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/04/26/bryan-co-tornado-victims-can-apply-low-interest-loans-pembroke-police-station/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the biggest stories of the week from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
In this episode:
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Rock 'n' Roll Marathon not happening in 2022: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/04/21/tourism-leader-calls-loss-rock-n-roll-marathon-devastating/
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Suspect identified after hours-long standoff in Garden City: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/04/21/tourism-leader-calls-loss-rock-n-roll-marathon-devastating/
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Some Georgia cities relax marijuana penalties: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/04/20/some-georgia-cities-relax-marijuana-penalties/
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Funeral service for community leader Pete Liakakis: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/04/20/live-funeral-service-community-leader-pete-liakakis/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
In this week's episode:
- Georgia's Constitutional Carry bill passed into law: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/04/13/what-does-constitutional-carry-mean-law-abiding-citizens/
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Police identify man involved in officer-involved shooting in Savannah: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/04/10/1-person-injured-after-officer-involved-shooting-savannah/
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Ellabell survives deadly tornado inside safe room: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/04/14/ellabell-family-survives-deadly-tornado-inside-safe-room/
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RBC Heritage returns with full fans: https://www.wtoc.com/sports/golf/
Meteorologists Dave Turley and Andrew Gorton discuss the severe weather that impacted our area, including the tornado damage in Bryan County. The pair also talk about the prediction just released for the upcoming Atlantic Hurricane Season.
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
In this week's episode:
-3rd ID soldier killed in helicopter crash at Wright Army Airfield identified: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/03/30/3rd-id-soldier-killed-helicopter-incident-wright-army-airfield/
-Marine Corps unit based in Beaufort to be deployed to eastern Europe: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/03/31/marine-corps-unit-stationed-beaufort-being-deployed-europe/
-Suspect charged with kidnapping Arizona girl arrested in Beaufort County: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/03/30/suspect-charged-with-kidnapping-arizona-girl-arrested-beaufort-co/
-Suspect in Savannah officer-involved shooting dies: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/03/31/suspect-savannah-officer-involved-shooting-dies/
-Ottawa Farm's Strawberry Festival returns this weekend: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/03/30/ottawa-farms-strawberry-festival-returns-this-weekend/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
In this episode:
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Fire crews work through week to put out large woodpile fire: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/03/23/roads-closed-fire-crews-will-work-through-night-put-out-woodpile/
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Savannah PD release arrest numbers, alcohol citations from St. Patrick's Day celebrations: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/03/22/police-release-arrest-numbers-alcohol-citations-st-patricks-day-celebrations/
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Two suspects arrested after woman shot, baby kidnapped: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/03/22/two-suspects-arrested-after-woman-shot-baby-kidnapped/
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Memorial Health reports zero COVID cases at hospital for first time in more than two years: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/03/23/zero-active-covid-cases-memorial-health-first-time-734-days/
The city of Savannah hosts the first St. Patrick's Day Parade since 2019 and thousands of people joined in the celebration.
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace has a recap in this St. Patrick's Day edition of the WTOC Weekly Wrap Podcast.
For more on St. Patrick's Day, click this link: https://www.wtoc.com/community/season-of-st-patrick/
Watch the St. Patrick's Day Parade: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/03/17/live-2022-st-patricks-day-savannah/
Watch the St. Patrick's Day Mass at the Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Baptist: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/03/17/watch-2022-st-patricks-day-mass-cathedral-basilica-st-john-baptist/
The U.S. Navy is in town this week. Savannah is one of 14 cities across the country to host “Navy Week” this year.
Rear Admiral Susan BryerJoyner is a native of Savannah, Ga. and spoke to WTOC about her career and returning home for Navy Week.
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week’s biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
In this episode:
- Savannah River dredging project complete: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/03/10/savannah-river-dredging-project-complete/
- Wildfire burns through hundreds of acres in Bloomingdale: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/03/08/wildfire-bloomingdale-still-has-hot-spots/
- Rep. says state won’t introduce bill to dissolve Port Wentworth yet: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/03/10/rep-ron-stephens-confirms-state-wont-introduce-bill-dissolve-port-wentworth-yet/
- Port Wentworth plan to add warehouses caught in legal limbo: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/03/10/port-wentworth-plan-add-warehouses-caught-legal-limbo/
- Consumers adjusting driving habits due to rising gas prices: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/03/07/consumers-adjusting-driving-habits-due-rising-gas-prices/
- Truckers concerned with gas prices, having trouble finding fuel: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/03/09/truckers-are-having-trouble-finding-gas-purchase/
- Check gas prices in the WTOC app: https://www.wtoc.com/traffic/gas-prices/
- WTOC St. Patrick’s Day Coloring Contest winner named: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/03/09/wtoc-coloring-contest-winner-announced/
- Season of St. Patrick: https://www.wtoc.com/community/season-of-st-patrick/
Digital anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
In this episode:
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More 3rd ID soldiers deploy to Germany to support NATO allies: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/03/02/more-3rd-id-soldiers-deploy-germany-support-nato-allies/
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Two decades later, family seeks answers in missing Rincon woman case: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/02/28/20-years-since-rincon-woman-disappeared/
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Fire destroys Jasper County adult entertainment club: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/03/01/fire-destroys-club-karma-shuts-down-traffic-hours/
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Pilot, co-pilot ok after military plane crashes in Beaufort County: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/03/03/pilot-co-pilot-ok-after-military-plane-crash-beaufort-county/
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Coast Guard rescues man from plane crash in Savannah River: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/02/26/coast-guard-rescues-man-plane-crash-savannah-river/
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St. Patrick's Day Parade Grand Marshal elected: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/02/27/st-patricks-day-grand-marshal-elected/
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St. Patrick's Day page: https://www.wtoc.com/community/season-of-st-patrick/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
In this week's episode:
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Leaders react to Russian attack on Ukraine: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/02/24/ukrainian-leader-pleads-help-fending-off-russian-attack/
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Ft. Stewart soldiers among troops being deployed to Europe: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/02/24/soldiers-stationed-fort-stewart-among-troops-being-deployed-europe/
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Savannah woman worried about family in Ukraine: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/02/24/savannah-resident-worried-about-family-ukraine/
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Three men found guilty of hate crimes in Arbery killing: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/02/22/3-men-found-guilty-hate-crimes-killing-ahmaud-arbery/
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Four people injured in officer-involved shooting in Evans County: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/02/24/gbi-investigating-officer-involved-shooting-evans-co/
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Murdaugh case: https://www.wtoc.com/news/lowcountry/murdaugh-case/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
In this episode:
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Federal hate crimes trial for men convicted of killing Arbery: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/02/16/prosecutors-show-messages-that-contain-racist-language-reportedly-sent-by-3-convicted-arbery-killing/
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Ahmaud Arbery Case trial: https://www.wtoc.com/news/ahmaud-arbery-case/
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Savannah PD investigating shooting on Truman Parkway and Anderson St.: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/02/16/police-investigating-shooting-truman-parkway-near-anderson-street/
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Skeletal remains found in Evans County: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/02/15/skeletal-remains-found-near-daisy-ga/
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Family, weightlifting community remembers Savannah 2x Olympian: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/02/10/savannah-weightlifting-community-mourns-loss-2x-olympian/
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How to get WTOC+ on your streaming device: https://www.wtoc.com/page/apps/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
In this week's episode:
- Savannah Police save drowning woman who jumped from bridge: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/02/10/savannah-officers-help-rescue-drowning-woman-who-jumped-bridge/
- Jury selection begins in federal hate crimes trial for McMichael, Bryan: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/02/07/jury-selection-begins-federal-hate-crimes-trial-3-men-convicted-arberys-death/
- Ahmaud Arbery Case Page: https://www.wtoc.com/news/ahmaud-arbery-case/
- Victim shot protecting home during burglary recounts experience: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/02/08/my-wife-i-have-both-had-nightmares-victim-shot-home-burglary-recounts-that-night/
- Savannah father aims to run into the record books: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/02/10/trying-run-into-record-books/
WTOC Digital Anchor gives you a recap of the week’s biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
In this episode:
- Federal judge rejects plea deal for two men convicted in Arbery’s death: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/01/31/federal-judge-rejects-plea-deal-travis-mcmichael/
- Ahmaud Arbery Case page: https://www.wtoc.com/news/ahmaud-arbery-case/
- Woman claims attack started after defending server from racial slurs: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/02/02/woman-claims-attack-started-after-defending-server-racial-slurs/
- Enmarket Arena opening with Community Day this weekend: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/02/01/community-day-this-saturday-celebrate-opening-enmarket-arena/
- USS Savannah set to be commissioned: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/02/03/tour-inside-savannahs-namesake-ship/
- Toll booths being removed from Cross Island Parkway: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/02/02/toll-booths-being-removed-cross-island-parkway/
- How to get WTOC+: https://www.wtoc.com/page/apps/
WTOC's Alyssa Jackson sat down with a family who relocated from the Middle East to Savannah after the Taliban seized control of Afghanistan.
WTOC's Dawn Baker interviews sociologist and New York Times best selling author, Dr. Bertice Berry.
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week’s biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
In this episode:
- City proposes changes to St. Patrick’s Day festivities: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/01/27/city-savannah-release-more-details-about-changes-st-patricks-day-festivities/
- Family of teen killed at house party asking community to come forward with information: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/01/25/family-teen-killed-house-party-asks-community-come-forward-with-information/
- Coldest air of the season filters in this weekend: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/01/27/first-alert-coldest-air-season-filters-this-weekend/
- Georgia Dept. of Corrections closing Georgia State Prison in Reidsville: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/01/21/ga-department-corrections-closing-ga-state-prison-reidsville/
- WTOC legend Doug Weathers inducted in Georgia Association of Broadcasters Hall of Fame: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/01/26/doug-weathers-inducted-into-georgia-association-broadcasters-hall-fame/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week’s biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
In this episode:
- Savannah St. Patrick’s Day Parade still on for now: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/01/18/savannah-mayor-says-st-patricks-day-parade-still/
- Man who shot and killed Arbery requests new trial: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/01/17/travis-mcmichael-files-motion-new-trial/
- McMichael, Bryan murder trial cost Glynn County just over $1 million: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/01/19/mcmichaels-bryan-murder-trial-cost-glynn-county-just-over-1-million/
- Freezing rain and ice possible over weekend in WTOC viewing area: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/01/19/first-alert-cold-rain-risk-freezing-rain-ice-are-forecast/
- GDOT preparing for winter weather threat: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/01/19/ga-department-transportation-keeping-close-eye-wintry-weather-threat/
- Local non-profit gives neglected dog second chance: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/01/19/local-non-profit-gives-neglected-dog-second-chance/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
In this episode:
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Enmarket Arena opening postponed: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/01/11/enmarket-arena-opening-postponed-february/
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Several area school systems make changes due to COVID-19: https://www.wtoc.com/news/education/
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Suspect arrested in connection to death of mother, daughter in Arizona: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/01/07/search-continues-suspect-after-mother-daughter-killed-vidalia/
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Sunday is a First Alert Weather Day: https://www.wtoc.com/weather/
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Georgia Bulldogs win national title, 1st since 1980: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/01/12/georgia-national-championship-celebration-parade-set-saturday/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcounty.
In this episode:
- Savannah mayor weighs in on public events, including St. Patrick's Day Parade: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/01/04/savannah-mayor-discusses-future-event-plans-covid-cases-rise/
- Savannah chosen to host Navy Week: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/01/05/savannah-chosen-host-navy-week/
- Three men convicted in Arbery killing to be sentenced Friday: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/01/07/sentencing-friday-3-men-convicted-arbery-death/
- EF-1 tornado confirmed in Jeff Davis County: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/12/31/national-weather-service-confirms-ef-1-tornado-touched-down-jeff-davis-county/
- Vidalia Fire Station damaged during severe weather: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/01/03/severe-weather-damages-fire-station-vidalia/
- Dawgs to meet Tide for national title Monday in Indy: https://www.wtoc.com/sports/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
In this episode:
- Child dead after possible drive-by shooting in Jasper County: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/12/29/5-year-old-killed-possible-drive-by-shooting-jasper-county/
- GBI: Armed robbery suspect pointed gun at officers before being shot: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/12/28/gbi-investigating-officer-involved-shooting-600-block-mlk-blvd/
- COVID cases rising, but fewer hospitalizations in Chatham County: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/12/30/more-cases-fewer-hospitalizations-expected-with-omicron-variant/
- Savannah Police discuss New Year's Eve safety: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/12/29/savannah-police-department-discusses-new-years-eve-safety/
- WTOC Holiday HQ: https://www.wtoc.com/community/holidays/
- Dawgs set for Orange Bowl showdown with Michigan: https://www.wtoc.com/sports/
Arrest made in downtown Savannah arson investigations, according to Savannah Fire --- https://www.wtoc.com/2021/12/13/arrest-made-downtown-savannah-arson-investigations-according-savannah-fire/
Police investigating sidewalk chalk vandalisms in Savannah neighborhood --- https://www.wtoc.com/2021/12/15/police-investigating-sidewalk-chalk-vandalisms-savannah-neighborhood/
Jan. 7 sentencing set for men convicted in Arbery killing --- https://www.wtoc.com/2021/12/14/jan-7-sentencing-set-men-convicted-arbery-killing/
Doug Weathers will be inducted into Georgia Association of Broadcasters Hall of Fame --- https://www.wtoc.com/2021/12/15/doug-weathers-will-be-inducted-into-georgia-association-broadcasters-hall-fame/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week’s biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
In this week’s episode:
- Soldier arrested in deadly hit and run crash in downtown Savannah: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/12/06/gsp-looking-vehicle-involved-hit-and-run-that-killed-1-seriously-injured-another-downtown-savannah/
- Historic Savannah church with ties to civil rights movement demolished: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/12/08/historic-savannah-church-with-ties-civil-rights-movement-demolished/
- Former boyfriend of Mallory Beach files lawsuit against Alex Murdaugh: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/12/08/former-boyfriend-mallory-beach-files-lawsuit-against-alex-murdaugh/
- Southeast Bulloch claims GHSA state flag football title: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/12/09/southeast-bulloch-claims-state-flag-football-title/
- Friends, family continue to donate to Toys for Tots in honor of Daniel Zeigler: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/12/09/donating-daniel/
- WTOC Toys for Tots drive continues through December 13: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/12/03/wtoc-toys-tots-toy-drive-underway/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
In this week's episode:
- Savannah Fire seeking person suspected of setting three downtown fires: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/12/02/savannah-fire-investigating-string-downtown-fires-overnight/
- Federal judge blocks vaccine mandate for healthcare workers: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/11/30/federal-judge-blocks-vaccine-mandate-health-care-workers/
- Area health leaders urge vaccination as Omicron variant causes concern: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/11/29/doctors-urging-covid-vaccine-new-variant-causes-concern/
- #1 Dawgs look to add SEC Title to dominant 2021 run: https://www.wtoc.com/sports/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
In this episode:
- All three men found guilty of felony murder in the death of Ahmaud Arbery: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/11/24/verdict-announced-trial-3-men-accused-killing-ahmaud-arbery/
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WTOC Coverage of Ahmaud Arbery case: https://www.wtoc.com/news/ahmaud-arbery-case/
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Thanksgiving travel ramps up in southeast Georgia, Lowcountry: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/11/23/ga-sc-troopers-will-be-roads-travel-roars-back-with-holiday/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
In this episode:
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Prosecution, defense rest in trial for men charged in Arbery killing: https://www.wtoc.com/news/ahmaud-arbery-case/
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New rail system part of plans to alleviate port congestion: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/11/12/new-rail-system-part-plans-alleviate-backlog-savannah-port/
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Costco opens in Pooler: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/11/18/costco-celebrates-grand-opening-pooler/
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WTOC launches annual Toys for Tots campaign: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/11/18/wtoc-launch-annual-toys-tots-campaign/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
In this week's episode:
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Testimony continues in trial for three men charged with murder of Ahmaud Arbery: https://www.wtoc.com/news/ahmaud-arbery-case/
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Savannah hosts Veterans Day parade: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/11/11/veterans-day-parade-returns-savannah/
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Wild pigs wreaking havoc on Chatham County neighborhood: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/11/08/wild-pigs-wreaking-havoc-chatham-county-neighborhood/
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The Final Lap at Oglethorpe Speedway: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/11/01/wtoc-plus-final-lap-oglethorpe-speedway-park/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week’s biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
In this episode:
- Opening statements set to begin Friday in Arbery murder trial: https://www.wtoc.com/news/ahmaud-arbery-case/
- Former Savannah Mayor Jackson wins special election for State House 165th District seat: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/11/03/former-savannah-mayor-lead-state-house-165th-district-seat/
- Elections Center: https://www.wtoc.com/politics/elections/
- Runners, Savannah businesses excited for return of Rock N’ Roll Marathon: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/11/04/savannah-businesses-hopeful-rock-n-roll-marathon-has-positive-impact-revenue/
- Braves win first World Series since 1995: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/11/03/atlanta-braves-win-world-series-after-game-6-victory-over-houston-astros/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week’s biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
In this episode:
- Pinpoint home explosion and fire leaves three injured, neighbors questioning Chatham County 911 response: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/10/26/county-manager-feels-call-center-acted-timely-manner-after-witnesses-claim-late-response-home-explosion/
- Jury selection continues for second week in Arbery murder trial: https://www.wtoc.com/news/ahmaud-arbery-case/
- Final section of Golden Ray removed from St. Simons Sound: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/10/26/live-news-conference-last-piece-golden-ray-is-removed/
- GHOST PIRATES: Savannah’s hockey team has its name: https://www.wtoc.com/sports/savannah-ghost-pirates/
WTOC Digital Anchor gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
In this episode:
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Jury selection begins in trial for three men charged with Arbery killing: https://www.wtoc.com/news/ahmaud-arbery-case/
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Bond denied for Murdaugh: https://www.wtoc.com/news/lowcountry/murdaugh-case/
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One dead, one charged in Forsyth Park shooting: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/10/21/suspect-arrested-deadly-shooting-forsyth-park/
-SCAD Film Festival returns in-person this weekend: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/10/04/24th-annual-scad-savannah-film-festival-schedule-announced/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week’s biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
In this episode:
- Alex Murdaugh facing charges in connection to misappropriated funds in housekeeper’s wrongful death settlement: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/10/14/alex-murdaugh-charged-connection-with-misappropriated-funds-housekeepers-death-settlement/
- Deadly shooting at Savannah athletic complex: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/10/13/parents-concerned-after-shooting-athletic-complex-with-children-playing-nearby/
- Savannah allowing permits for large, outdoor events, clears way for Rock N’ Roll Marathon: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/10/13/savannah-mayor-provide-update-upcoming-event-permits/
- Jasper, Hampton Co. Schools requiring masks: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/10/12/jasper-co-school-board-votes-require-masks-school/
- WTOC Community Page: https://www.wtoc.com/community/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week’s biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
In this episode:
- Savannah surgeon accused of sending explicit messages to undercover cop posing as minor: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/10/05/savannah-surgeon-accused-sending-explicit-messages-undercover-cop-posing-minor/
- Lawsuit over payment of Jasper Co. trash pile cleanup going to bench trial: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/10/04/lawsuit-over-payment-jasper-co-trash-pile-cleanup-going-bench-trial/
- Longtime popular Savannah radio personality dies from COVID complications: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/10/07/popular-savannah-radio-personality-passes-away-covid-19/
- Effingham Co. Schools employee breaking barriers, inspiring others: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/10/04/new-south-effingham-elementary-employee-breaking-barriers-making-history/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
In this episode:
- Suspect in custody after police chase ends near Hwy 80, Pooler Pkwy: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/09/27/law-enforcement-searching-wooded-area-near-hwy-80-pooler-parkway/
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Suspect in custody who ran from GSP in Candler Co.: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/09/30/search-underway-armed-man-who-ran-gsp-i-16-candler-co/
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WTOC Investigates: GA highway chases hit five-year high in '20: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/09/30/georgia-highway-chases-hit-5-year-high-2020/
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St. Joseph's/Candler new vaccine campaign met with controversy: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/09/28/st-josephcandlers-new-covid-vaccine-campaign-met-with-controversy/
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Glynn Co. couple killed in train derailment: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/09/30/glynn-co-couple-killed-train-derailment/
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Georgia Southern fires head football coach Lunsford: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/09/27/georgia-southern-holding-news-conference-after-firing-head-football-coach/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
In this episode:
- Yemassee PD ask for community help to solve shooting: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/09/20/yemassee-town-leaders-holding-news-conference-after-multiple-people-shot/
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Riceboro Mayor dies due to COVID-19: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/09/21/mayor-riceboro-dies-due-covid-19/
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SLED announces FBI involvement in Murdaugh investigation: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/09/23/sled-announces-fbi-involvement-murdaugh-case/
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Passenger in 2019 deadly boat crash suing Alex, Buster Murdaugh: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/09/21/passenger-2019-deadly-boat-crash-sues-alex-buster-murdaugh/
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Historic rainfall hits area Monday: https://www.wtoc.com/weather/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week’s biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
In this episode:
- Bond set for Alex Murdaugh after being arrested: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/09/16/murdaugh-bond-set-20000-after-being-arrested-charges-insurance-fraud-filing-false-police-report/
- Attorney for family of former Murdaugh housekeeper discusses lawsuit after SLED opens criminal investigation: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/09/16/attorney-family-former-murdaugh-housekeeper-discusses-lawsuit-after-sled-opens-criminal-investigation/
- Keep Up with the Murdaugh Case: https://www.wtoc.com/news/lowcountry/murdaugh-case/
- 14 year old shot to death on Emerald Dr. in Savannah: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/09/14/heavy-police-presence-has-emerald-dr-closed-savannah/
- Richmond Hill teacher, baseball coach resigns amid sexual misconduct investigation: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/09/13/richmond-hill-teacher-resigns-amid-sexual-misconduct-investigation/
- Remembering “Crazy Jack” Gilmore: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/09/16/remembering-crazy-jack-gilmore/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week’s biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
In this episode:
- Alex Murdaugh resigns from law firm, check into rehab: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/09/07/alex-murdaugh-resigns-law-firm-checks-into-rehab-after-claims-he-stole-money/
- SCCPSS bus drivers reach agreement with district, end two-day strike: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/09/08/sccpss-bus-drivers-reach-agreement-with-district-ending-protest/
- Savannah, Tybee, HHI businesses see busy Labor Day weekend: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/09/06/savannah-businesses-enjoying-holiday-weekend-crowds/
- Savannah city leaders watching COVID numbers following holiday weekend: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/09/09/health-leaders-watching-covid-case-trend-closely-following-holiday-weekend/
- Savannah Fire captain remembers working in New York on 09/11: https://www.wtoc.com/news/remembering-september-11/
Former Brunswick district attorney indicted on charges for hindering Ahmaud Arbery case investigation --- https://www.wtoc.com/2021/09/02/former-brunswick-district-attorney-indicted-charges-hindering-ahmaud-arbery-case-investigation/
Judge: Ahmaud Arbery’s past troubles irrelevant to trial ----- https://www.wtoc.com/2021/09/01/judge-ahmaud-arberys-past-troubles-irrelevant-trial/
Man, pregnant girlfriend held at gunpoint in Chatham Co. --- https://www.wtoc.com/2021/09/01/man-pregnant-girlfriend-held-gunpoint-chatham-co/
Lowcountry firefighters depart to the Gulf Coast to help with Ida recovery --- https://www.wtoc.com/2021/08/30/lowcountry-firefighters-depart-gulf-coast-help-with-ida-recovery/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
In this episode:
- Savannah event permits canceled through Sept.: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/08/24/savannah-mayor-holds-weekly-news-conference/
- National Guard arrives at Savannah's Memorial Health to help with COVID-19 surge: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/08/26/national-guard-arrives-memorial-health-help-with-covid-19-surge/
- Liberty Co. Schools moving to virtual learning for two weeks: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/08/26/liberty-co-school-system-moving-virtual-learning/
- SCCPSS teacher facing cruelty to children charges: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/08/20/savannah-chatham-teacher-arrested-cruelty-children/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
In this episode:
- Area schools pivot due to COVID cases: https://www.wtoc.com/back2school/
- Gov. Kemp issues executive order allowing businesses the choice of following local govt. COVID mandates: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/08/19/gov-kemp-signs-executive-order-allowing-businesses-choose-if-they-follow-local-government-covid-guidelines/
- Protesters at Savannah restaurant demand accountability in restaurant industry: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/08/18/protestors-savannah-restaurant-demand-accountability-restaurant-industry/
- Thousands of bees swarm near City Market: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/08/18/watch-thousands-bees-swarm-near-city-market/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives your a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
In this episode:
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Area health leaders urge vaccination: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/08/09/area-hospitals-coming-together-give-covid-update/
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SCCPSS gives COVID update: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/08/11/school-leaders-give-covid-19-update-first-board-meeting-new-year/
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Georgia Southern University returns to class: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/08/11/georgia-southern-students-are-back-classroom/
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Guyton man charged with participating in Jan. 6 riot on Capitol: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/08/10/guyton-man-charged-with-participating-riot-us-capitol-jan-6/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
In this episode:
-SCCPSS students back in class: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/08/04/savannah-chatham-students-return-with-masks-first-day-class/
- More #Back2School coverage: https://www.wtoc.com/back2school/
- Chatham Co. hospitals see rise in COVID cases: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/08/03/70-increase-covid-hospitalizations-savannah-hospitals-just-one-week/
- Pooler Costco construction ahead of schedule: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/08/02/pooler-costco-opening-ahead-schedule/
- HHI lifeguard bitten by shark: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/08/03/lifeguard-recovering-after-being-bitten-by-shark-hilton-head-island/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week’s biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
In this episode:
- Mask mandate reinstated in Savannah: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/07/26/savannah-mayor-hold-news-conference-provide-covid-19-update/
- SCCPSS requiring masks to start school year: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/07/27/masks-will-be-required-savannah-chatham-schools-start-new-year/
- Savannah residents have mixed reactions to mask mandate: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/07/26/residents-savannah-have-mixed-reactions-return-mask-mandate/
- Gov. Kemp says no mask mandate: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/07/29/kemp-says-no-mask-mandate-schools-atlanta-announce-them/
- Gov. McMaster: “Mandating masks is not the answer”: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/07/27/mcmaster-new-cdc-mask-guidelines-mandating-masks-is-not-answer/
- Tybee surf instructor bitten by shark: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/07/30/surf-camp-instructor-recovering-shark-bite/
- Hinesville’s Mitchell selected 9th overall in NBA Draft: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/07/30/surf-camp-instructor-recovering-shark-bite/
Is your child returning to in-person school for the first time after virtual learning?
This podcast will help you prepare your student to get back in the classroom.
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace speaks with Coosa Elementary School (Beaufort Co. School System) Principal Melissa Pender and Georgia Southern University associate professor Richard Cleveland for tips on easing the transition from virtual to in-person learning.
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace speaks with Memorial Health Associate Chief Medical Officer Dr. Stephen Thacker and Dr. Ben Spitalnick with Pediatric Associates of Savannah about masking in schools.
What do they recommend? Why is it important? How can parents discuss masking with their children if their child's school is not requiring them?
Hear the answers from Dr. Thacker and Dr. Spitalnick in this WTOC Back 2 School podcast.
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace recaps the biggest stories of the week from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
In this week's episode:
- GBI investigating deadly officer-involved shooting: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/07/21/gbi-releases-more-details-bodycam-video-deadly-officer-involved-shooting/
- Family pushes for release of bodycam video from officer-involved shooting: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/07/22/family-pushes-release-bodycam-video-officer-involved-shooting/
- Doctors encouraging vaccination as COVID cases continue rising: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/07/21/savannah-doctor-encouraging-covid-vaccinations-cases-start-rise-again/
- SSU's athletic conference requiring full COVID vaccination for participation: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/07/20/siac-requiring-full-vaccination-athletic-participation/
- Enmarket Arena unveiled as new arena name: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/07/20/name-new-savannah-arena-be-unveiled/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace recaps the biggest stories of the week from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
In this week's episode:
-Interstate 16 closed Thursday in Treutlen County, reopened on Friday: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/07/15/i-16-closed-treutlen-co-after-truck-hits-overpass/
- COVID-19 numbers rise: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/07/15/chatham-countys-covid-19-community-transmission-index-is-back-red/
- Defense attorneys in Arbery case wants "no press" for part of jury selection: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/07/16/defense-wants-no-press-part-arbery-jury-selection/
- Three defendants in Crocker case in court for status hearing: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/07/15/three-defendants-crocker-case-court-status-hearing/
- Two Savannah churches merge to support LGBTQ rights: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/07/15/three-defendants-crocker-case-court-status-hearing/
WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace recaps the biggest stories of the week from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
In this week's episode:
- Tropical Storm Elsa causes damage in area; tornadoes hit Effingham and Beaufort Counties: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/07/08/cleanup-begins-effingham-co-neighborhood-hit-hard-by-elsa/
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First Lady Jill Biden visits Savannah to encourage COVID-19 vaccination, tours vaccine clinic: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/07/06/first-lady-dr-jill-biden-visit-covid-19-vaccination-site-savannah/
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CDC offers new COVID-19 guidance for teachers and students: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/07/09/vaccinated-teachers-students-dont-need-masks-cdc-says/
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Delta variant causes concern for area doctors: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/07/08/memorial-health-doctor-says-delta-variant-concern-areas-with-low-vaccination-rates/
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Woman charged with kidnapping twins, shooting mother indicted by grand jury: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/07/08/woman-charged-with-kidnapping-twins-shooting-mother-indicted-by-grand-jury/
More info:
- https://www.wtoc.com/2021/06/25/ap-source-justice-department-is-suing-georgia-over-states-voting-laws/
- https://www.wtoc.com/2021/06/25/city-council-prepares-city-manager-finalist-interviews-this-weekend/
- https://www.wtoc.com/2021/06/25/murdaugh-family-offers-100000-reward-double-shooting-case/
- https://www.wtoc.com/2021/06/24/what-happens-after-hilton-heads-cross-island-parkway-closes-july-1/
WTOC's Cyreia Sandlin speaks with a panel of area health experts about the vaccine and children, answering some of the most pressing questions for parents.
Plus, the future of Savannah's mask mandate is unknown. Hear from Mayor Van Johnson on what could be next.
GEMA will close the state-run mass vaccination clinics on Friday, May 21 after more than two months of operation. That includes the Chatham County site at Gulfstream.
In this episode of WTOC’s Tracking the Vaccine podcast, Jake Wallace speaks with GEMA External Affairs Supervisor Lisa Rodriguez-Presley about the decision to close the sites, what’s next, and what the organization has taken away from this two month project.
For more on the closing of the Chatham Co. site, check out this story from WTOC’s Blair Caldwell: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/05/20/georgias-mass-vaccination-sites-will-close-friday/
The CDC says fully vaccinated people no longer need to wear masks outdoors or in many indoor situations. Hear from President Joe Biden and CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky on the change.
Plus, digital anchor Jake Wallace speaks with Chatham County Health Department administrator Dr. Chris Rustin about the change and what it could mean for southeast Georgia. Dr. Rustin also discusses the departments upcoming mobile vaccination clinics.
On this week’s podcast, Jake Wallace speaks with CBS News correspondent Skyler Henry about the COVID-19 vaccine push from President Joe Biden and his administration.
Trials for COVID-19 vaccines continue for companies that signed up initially, but also for new ones looking to offer something different.
A local research office is now enrolling patients for a new plant-based product.
Dr. Paul Bradley, Chief Investigator here at Meridian Clinical Research says their latest trial combines plants and science.
More info here >>> https://www.wtoc.com/2021/04/19/savannah-research-office-enrolling-patients-new-plant-based-covid-vaccine-trial/
Coastal Health District Director Dr. Lawton Davis joins Cyreia Sandlin to discuss all things COVID vaccine, including the news about the Johnson & Johnson vaccine.
COVID-19 restrictions have been loosened in the state of Georgia, per an executive order by Governor Brian Kemp.
The Savannah Civic Center is now also being used as a vaccination clinic. WTOC's Cyreia Sandlin talks with Hospice Savannah's Tiffany Fordham and Gulfstream's Mark Bennett about it.
All adults ages 16 years and over are now eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine in South Carolina, and the Coastal Health District celebrates a vaccine milestone.
Plus, WTOC digital anchor Jake Wallace speaks with Georgia Southern University Health Services medical director Dr. Brian DeLoach about running a health center on a college campus during a pandemic, their efforts to provide vaccines to students, and how they plan to help the school’s return to full in-person instruction in the fall.
On March 30, 1981, Memorial Health director of cardiology Dr. Randy Bottner was just a medical student- on his first day of rotation at an emergency room- when President Ronald Reagan was brought to the ER, minutes after being shot in an assassination attempt.
Forty years later, Dr. Bottner gives his account of what happened next in this WTOC News podcast.
COVID vaccine eligibility expanded in Georgia this week to everyone 16 and older.
Tourism remained strong on Tybee Island this past year despite the pandemic. Mayor Shirley Sessions joins the pod to talk all things Tybee and look forward to the beginning of spring/summer travel.
This was an eventful week in Savannah and Chatham County with St. Patrick’s Day and the opening of the state’s mass vaccination site on Wednesday. Jake Wallace looks at both events.
This week’s guest is Coastal Health District medical director Dr. Lawton Davis. In the interview, Dr. Davis discusses how St. Patrick’s Day could impact the spread of COVID in Chatham County, reflects on one year since the first confirmed COVID case in Chatham County, and gives his thoughts on how the new mass vaccination site can assist in the fight.
Georgia’s mass vaccination site in Chatham County is just days away from opening.
On this episode of WTOC’s Tracking the Vaccine podcast, Jake Wallace speaks with GEMA Director Chris Stallings about the site in Savannah, the process of choosing a location, and what those getting vaccinated there can expect.
Teachers and school staff are now eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine in Georgia and South Carolina.
In this episode of WTOC’s Tracking the Vaccine podcast, Jake Wallace speaks with Savannah-Chatham County Public School System Nursing Administrator Lisa Wilson about the district’s effort to vaccinate its teachers and staff, how they prepared for the undertaking and more.
Georgia and South Carolina are both just days away from vaccine eligibility expansion. In this week’s episode, Jake Wallace looks at the latest updates in both states, including the mass vaccination site headed for Chatham County.
For more on South Carolina’s upcoming expansion, Jake speaks with SC DHEC assistant state epidemiologist Dr. Jane Kelly, including why she believes the time is right to expand, meeting the demand, and more.
This week, Jake Wallace talks with Dr. Jessica Mullinix, OB-GYN at St. Joseph’s/Candler about the COVID-19 vaccine and pregnancy.
Teachers and school staff in Georgia will soon be able to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. What about in South Carolina? This episode has updates on both states.
In this week's episode, Jake Wallace speaks with Reverend Dr. Da'Henri Thurmond, pastor of St. Paul CME Church in Savannah, about a new initiative partnering faith leaders, policy makers, and St. Joseph's/Candler aimed at building trust in the COVID-19 vaccine among underserved populations.
Dr. Thurmond discusses vaccine hesitancy, what he feels faith leaders can do to curb doubt, and what he hopes this initiative will do for the community.
Plus, Georgia is set to open four state mass vaccination sites next week.
In this week's episode, Jake Wallace speaks with Visit Savannah President Joe Marinelli about how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted the city's tourism businesses, what the vaccine will do, and what's next for the tourism industry.
Plus, the battle over getting teachers vaccinated continues. We look at the latest update.
In this week’s episode, Jake Wallace speaks with Southeast Health District health director Dr. Rose Marie Parks and nursing director Cindi Hart about their experiences working in public health through the COVID-19 pandemic, the challenges of working in a large, rural area, and the district’s decision to pause vaccine appointments last week.
Plus, the topic of vaccine rollout has spilled into the hallways of schools. How the Governors of Georgia and South Carolina are responding.
This week’s episode features updates on the new South African COVID variant found in South Carolina Thursday, the first cases in the U.S.
Plus, WTOC's Jake Wallace speaks with Savannah Mayor Van Johnson about his pledge to be “all in” on helping with vaccine distribution, his message to those traveling to Savannah, and more.
WTOC's Dawn Baker shares her experience this week finding out if she received the vaccine or a placebo during Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine trial.
MLK Jr. Day Observance Assocation President Carolyn Blackshear and the director of the Ralph Mark Gilbert Civil Rights Museum, Vaughnette Goode-Walker, join the pod to look back on the legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
It’s been a very eventful week on the COVID-19 front. In Georgia, and specifically in the southeast part of the state- numbers are rising in cases, hospitalizations, and deaths.
In Georgia and South Carolina- vaccine rollout has expanded. On Monday- adults 65 and older, their caregivers, and first responders became eligible to receive the vaccine in Georgia.
Dr. Thacker (14:26) is the associate chief medical officer at Memorial Health in Savannah, and also the hospital’s director of Pediatric Infectious Disease.
Thacker received his first and second doses of the COVID-19 vaccine publicly, his first shot came on December 16 and his second was earlier this month on January 4.
WTOC's Morning Break anchors Cyreia Sandlin and Tim Guidera welcome a new co-host to the team. Kyle Jordan joins WTOC from our sister station, WCSC, in Charleston, S.C.
Chatham County Nurse Manager Tammi Brown was one of the first people in the state of Georgia to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Brown received her shot while Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp was in Savannah discussing the rollout plan for the new vaccine.
WTOC's Jake Wallace is joined by colleague Blair Caldwell to discuss her experience covering the COVID-19 pandemic.
Caldwell is WTOC's health reporter and has been bringing you the very latest information since the pandemic began.
Dr. Paul Bradley, the principal investigator with the Moderna Vaccine Trail joins WTOC to answer a few questions about the vaccine.
Moderna’s vaccine was the second COVID-19 vaccine to receive emergency use authorization by the US Food and Drug Administration.
WTOC's Dawn Baker was the very first person in the US to receive a Phase 3 vaccine trial dose. The longtime anchor discusses why she chose to participate in a clinical trial and how the pandemic has affected her.
Dawn Baker is joined by Dr. Stephen Thacker, Associate Chief Medical Officer at Memorial Health, to discuss the current state of the COVID-19 pandemic locally and the back to school season.
WTOC's Mike Cihla is joined by Lindse Murphy, with Memorial Health, to discuss the stressors of school and dealing with the added anxiety about the COVID-19 pandemic.
WTOC's Mike Cihla is joined by Adolescent Medicine Dr. Charelle Coates to discuss returning to school during a pandemic.
Pediatrician Dr. Andrew Gunter, from Memorial Health, joins WTOC's Mike Cihla to discuss preparing your kids for Back 2 School season during the COVID-19 pandemic.