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SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – More than a year ago, WSAV News 3 told you about a hit-and-run victim “left for dead” in the middle of Congress Street. After months of physical therapy, she is fully recovered. But now, “the why” is what bothers Jeneesah Fulton, who could barely walk after a two-week hospital stay. “I’m […] → Read More
SAVANNAH, GA. (WSAV) – It has been two and a half years since Savannah Police (SPD) says 23-year-old Stefon Wright was shot and killed steps from his own home. It happened in December of 2018 near the intersection of Treat Avenue and Iowa Street. Family and friends of Wright started their new year with a […] → Read More
“There’s more traffic on the road, more people are traveling. more people are on vacation.” → Read More
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – The United States Federal Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Aduhelm, a new drug the administration says has been proven to slow down the progression of Alzheimer’s. It is the first of its kind and the first new treatment in almost 20 years. Southside Savannah resident Rodrick Stephenson was diagnosed […] → Read More
As hurricanes get stronger, city leaders are changing the way they fight them, largely due to a drastic shift in funding. → Read More
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – June 4 is National Gun Violence Awareness Day and National Safe Day. It is a time to remember the victims and take steps to stop future violence. Julvonnia McDowell, a member of Moms Demand Action and Be SMART, says she advocates for safe gun storage because of what happened to her […] → Read More
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – Every year, summer usually signals a blood shortage at the American Red Cross. With schools and universities on summer break, volunteers need to get creative to determine how best to collect blood: a perishable commodity that needs constant replenishment. This year’s anticipated summer shortage comes after the coronavirus pandemic, which signaled […] → Read More
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – Naomi Osaka has withdrawn from the French Open. The #2 seed in the tournament posted a message on Twitter Monday announcing the decision. The 24-year-old was fined by the tournament and faced increasing penalties if she continued to avoid news conferences, events she was contractually obligated to attend. In her tweet, […] → Read More
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – A Memorial Day ceremony at Bonaventure Ceremony happened Monday to remember fallen soldiers. “We’re here today to honor service members and to remember the sacrifices that they made,” said Chatham County Sheriff John Wilcher, the featured speaker at the event. The ceremony was held at Section O in Bonaventure, which serves […] → Read More
TYBEE ISLAND, Ga. (WSAV) – Memorial Day signals the start of a busy summer for Tybee Island. City officials say they have been preparing for months. With the streets decked out in red, white and blue — and crowds already on the beach Friday morning — Tybee Island is ready for a busy weekend. “We’ve […] → Read More
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – There are four days until Memorial Day, but commemorations are already happening throughout the Coastal Empire. Catholic War Veterans Post 1943 engrave white crosses every year to honor fallen veterans on the days surrounding Memorial Day. It started with 25 crosses in 2004. This year, there are 508. Each one is […] → Read More
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – Savannah’s streets look like they did pre-pandemic with crowded shops and most people opting out of a face covering. The newfound ease comes after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced that fully vaccinated people could forego a mask in most situations. The City of Savannah’s mask ordinance is […] → Read More
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – The Savannah community is coming together this week to help a struggling nation: India. As the country sees hundreds of thousands of new coronavirus cases each day, hospitals are running dangerously low on medical supplies and even wood for funeral pyres. Images from the pandemic-stricken country worry yoga studio owner Kate […] → Read More
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – According to data from the Coastal Health District, 650 12-15-year-olds in the district have received a dose of Pfizer’s version of the coronavirus shot — the only one approved right now for the age group. Upcoming teen clinics hope to vaccinate even more people, especially those in rural areas. Chatham and […] → Read More
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – The Federal Food and Drug Administration (FDA) expanded Pfizer’s emergency use authorization (EUA) Monday to include 12 through 15-year-olds. In a press release, the FDA says the company’s vaccine meets criteria to amend the EUA for use on the age group. Isa Lilja-Vasquez is making history as one of the first […] → Read More
WSAV News 3 is still hearing from parents and staff at the Savannah-Chatham County Public School System about the school board's decision to return to full-time in-person learning in August. → Read More
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – Hundreds of people are reacting on social media Thursday to a decision by Savannah-Chatham County Public School System’s (SCCPSS) school board to move away from hybrid learning models. Starting this fall, five days of in-person learning are back. From sighs of relief to concerns about sanitization, the decision effectively ends more […] → Read More
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – The Savannah community is remembering the life and legacy of Savannah Fire Captain Matt Kelly. At the time of his death, he was the second cancer diagnosis in three months at the department, and this week, he is the focus of reflection. It all comes one year after Capt. Kelly died […] → Read More
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – Local doctors say it is likely children older than 12-years-old will soon be able to get Pfizer’s version of the coronavirus vaccine. Back in March, News 3 reported that the Federal Food and Drug Administration (FDA) received data from the company’s clinical trials that indicated the vaccine was safe and 100 […] → Read More
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – The future of Forsyth Park is now in the hands of the community after five of Savannah’s aldermen and women wrapped up virtual public meetings. The aldermen hosted meetings to gather feedback from constiutents on two proposed redesigns of Savannah’s iconic Forsyth Park. Friends of Forsyth created the designs in Phase […] → Read More