Bottoms made her first public address under the Gold Dome since winning Tuesday's gubernatorial election, offering a preview of her administration's priorities ahead of the 2027 legislative session.
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- Georgia Governor-Elect Keisha Lance Bottoms outlines priorities ahead of 2027 legislative session
- Savannah mobile grocery store brings fresh food closer to neighborhoods with limited access
That's where MoGro, a mobile grocery store operated by Second Harvest of Coastal Georgia, comes in, bringing groceries directly into neighborhoods with limited access to traditional grocery stores.
- StormTeam 3: Fall-like pattern returning for the weekend with cooler, drier days ahead
Much cooler conditions will return to the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry beginning Saturday. Fall will finally make a comeback.
- West Savannah residents say air quality sensors will make their concerns concrete
Residents of two westside Savannah communities near concrete plants say their air quality is being affected, and air quality sensors are being placed in the neighborhoods.
- Hampton Co. sheriff reports drop in crime, seeks better pay and facilities to retain deputies
Russell told WTOC he wants to increase deputies’ pay and secure funding for a new law-enforcement complex.
- South Georgia State Fair in final weekend with ‘Stars, Stripes and Fair Lights’ theme
WTOC crews took a trip to the fair and got to play carnival games and make candy apples.
- Joe Higgins named Chatham County Veteran of the Year
The Veterans Council of Chatham County selected Joe Higgins as Veteran of the Year.
- SCCPSS release new topic for Massie Heritage Center’s Community Conversation series
As Massie Heritage Center’s “Community Conversation” series continues, the next installment will cover Water Worries, a Savannah-Chatham County Public School System spokesperson said Friday.
- WTOC digital content producer promoted to staff sergeant in Georgia Air National Guard
WTOC Digital Content Producer Christa Ross was promoted to staff sergeant Friday in the Georgia Air National Guard.
- Georgia helped inspire Medicaid work rules. Its own rules could soon end.
Georgia's limited Medicaid expansion program, Pathways to Coverage, is set to expire at the end of the year unless renewed by the incoming governor during a pivotal election cycle. The Current is an inclusive nonprofit, non-partisan news organization providing in-depth watchdog…
- Beaufort County man, 19, faces 14 forgery charges tied to fake driver’s licenses
The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division charged a Beaufort County man with 14 counts of forgery, the agency said Friday. Warrants allege James Patrick Thomas Jr., 19, obtained forged driver’s licenses to give to underage people.
- Tybee Seafood Fest week arriving
Tybee Island is bringing a week-long seafood fest featuring special offers, local vendors, live music, and activities.
- Beaufort County man faces 14 counts of forgery
Thomas is from Beaufort but was charged in Pickens County.
- Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office warns residents about payment scams
The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about scams that demand payment. The office said criminals are using phone calls, text messages, emails and social media to get people to send money or share personal information.
- Charges dropped in Pawleys Island Community Church case, attorney says
An attorney for one of the defendants in the Pawleys Island Community Church case confirmed that a judge dropped all charges.
- SPD investigates shooting that injured 2 men at Whitaker and St. Julian streets
The Savannah Police Department is investigating a shooting that took place early Friday at Whitaker Street and St. Julian Street that left two adult men with non-life-threatening injuries, police said.
- Early morning shooting at Whitaker and St. Julian St leaves 2 injured, SPD investigating
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) - The Savannah Police Department (SPD) is currently investigating a shooting that left two individuals with non-life-threatening injuries. The shooting occurred early Friday morning at Whitaker Street and St. Julian Street. SPD was dispatched at 2:35 a.m. to…
- INTERVIEW: Gov.-elect Alan Wilson on his priorities, goals after election win
WIS sat down with Alan Wilson, South Carolina's governor-elect, for nearly 40 minutes after his win in Tuesday's election.
- Community Corner: The inaugural Golden Isles Jazz Festival brings legendary saxophonist Najee to Brunswick
Savannah, GA (WSAV-TV) -- What's better than the smooth sounds of jazz on a crisp autumn night under the stars in beautiful Brunswick?Add Grammy-nominated and award-winning saxophonist Najee into the mix and you've got an unforgettable evening and perhaps the BEST DATE NIGHT…
- Georgia Southern University celebrates Homecoming
For students, homecoming celebrations can bring together different student communities or organizations and connect them.
- The 2026 Championship is Larson’s to lose
Kyle Larson aims at 3rd Cup Title on Sunday.
- LIST: Veterans Day events happening across the Coastal Empire
Counties across the Coastal Empire are honoring veterans with events and parades in Georgia and South Carolina.
- U.S. Sen. Cory Booker to visit South Carolina for NAACP events
U.S. Sen. Cory Booker of New Jersey is scheduled to visit South Carolina twice this month for NAACP events in Sumter and Charleston.
- 9 sex offenders in custody, 4 remain wanted following Bulloch County compliance checks
“Let me be perfectly clear: The Bulloch County Sheriff’s Office will not tolerate sex offenders who knowingly disregard the laws and special conditions placed upon them,” said Sheriff Noel Brown.
- Georgia Council for the Arts awards grants to 80 organizations
The Georgia Council for the Arts announced Friday the recipients of fiscal year 2027 Vibrant Communities and Cultural Facilities grants. Eighty entities in 65 counties will receive more than $600,000 in funding.
- Bulloch County Sheriff's Office apprehends 9 individuals, 4 still wanted following sex offender compliance checks
BULLOCH COUNTY, Ga. (WSAV) - The Bulloch County Sheriff's Office (BCSO) has apprehended nine individuals who were found to be in violation of their required conditions as registered sex offenders. Over the past 12 months, BCSO has conducted random compliance checks on registered…
- Free lung cancer screenings at St. Joseph's/Candler in Bluffton
Earlier lung cancer detection leads to higher survival rates.
- LIVE: Governor-elect Bottoms speaks on transition of power
Atlanta News First plans to stream her comments live.
- Travis Washington gets life sentence in 2023 shooting death of Rashad Gooddine
Travis Washington, 20, was sentenced Friday to life in prison with the possibility of parole, plus 5 years, for the 2023 murder of Rashad Gooddine. A jury found Washington guilty last week.
- Georgia EBT online and out-of-area purchases blocked by default
If you use a Georgia EBT card, new security rules could stop your next purchase.
