10 Things to Know for Wednesday
1. DEADLINE FOR MORSI AS EGYPT ERUPTSThe embattled president has refused to resign by the time the military set, and all-night protests seeking his ouster have killed nearly 40 people.2. SNOWDEN SAGA...
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Mom of Brunswick baby killing suspect wants own trial
BRUNSWICK, Ga. — A woman charged with evidence tampering in connection with the March slaying of a Brunswick baby has asked a judge to try her separately from her son, a teenager charged with shooting...
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UPDATE: Rain will not postpone movie in Springfield tonight
The free outdoor movie in Springfield will be shown starting at 8:30 p.m. tonight.Volunteer Erin Phillips says there's a tent over the movie equipment that’s beside the Mars Theater and the movie will...
View ArticleAttorney gets probation in domestic attack
Attorney Robert W. Attridge Jr. today pleaded guilty to two misdemeanor charges stemming from a May 27 domestic quarrel at his Tybee Island homeUnder a negotiated plea offered by prosecutors, Attridge,...
View ArticleGeorgia prison safety threatened by faulty locks
ATLANTA — Several high-security Georgia prisons face threats of violence as corrections officials deal with faulty locks.The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reported Monday that state prisons housing...
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Jacksonville child sex crime suspect caught in Savannah
A Florida man wanted on multiple sex offenses by the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office was arrested in Savannah by the United States Marshals Service Southeast Regional Fugitive Task Force today. Johnathan...
View ArticleThree guilty in federal scam
A federal court jury in Savannah last week convicted three people for their roles in a scheme to defraud the government of $8 million in two programs designed to assist low-income families.Rashella...
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Egypt army suspends constitution, calls early vote
CAIRO — Egypt's military has suspended the Islamist-backed constitution and called early elections.The military also announced that embattled President Mohammed Morsi will be replaced.Cheers erupted...
View ArticleWilmington Island raccoon tests positive for rabies
A raccoon in Chatham County has tested positive for rabies, according to local health officials. The raccoon was trapped after it bit a family dog outside of the pet’s home on Moss Drive on Wilmington...
View ArticleEngelbart, inventor of computer mouse, dies at 88
SAN FRANCISCO — Doug Engelbart, the inventor of the computer mouse and developer of early incarnations of email, word processing programs and the Internet, has died at the age of 88.The Computer...
View ArticleSewage spills on Tybee Island
An estimated 90,677 gallons of raw sewage spilled into the marsh on Tybee Island Sunday when a force main broke near 10th Street and Jones Avenue.The spill, about two blocks from the Back River, is...
View ArticleThree charged with armed robbery after fleeing Savannah-Chatham police, wrecking
Savannah-Chatham police Wednesday apprehended a trio of robbery suspects who were involved in a car wreck on East Victory Drive after they fled from officers.David Johnson, 19, of the 3500 block of...
View ArticleMan shot in Garden City altercation
A man was hospitalized Wednesday evening after he was shot during an altercation at a Garden City apartment complex.The man was transported to Memorial University Medical Center with...
View ArticleNolasco keeps focus, Marlins beat Braves 6-3
ATLANTA — Ricky Nolasco tossed seven strong innings amid persistent trade rumors, Justin Ruggiano hit a three-run homer and the Miami Marlins beat the Atlanta Braves 6-3 on Wednesday night.Marlins...
View ArticlePolitical donations prohibition leads to Savannah Ethics Committee vacancies
The city of Savannah needs to fill two of three seats on the Savannah Ethics Committee after an alderman brought to light a prohibition against members participating in political activity.Committee...
View ArticleReports point to solid U.S. hiring in June
WASHINGTON — U.S. companies stepped up hiring last month, a private survey showed Wednesday. And the government says fewer people applied for unemployment benefits last week.The latest data point to...
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INTERACTIVE: Concerts, fireworks top list for holiday happenings
The Fourth of July in Savannah always promises to pack as much bang into the holiday weekend as possible, and this year is no different.From concerts to barbecue to River Street’s annual Fourth of July...
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SEARCH: 24-hour jail bookings for Savannah-Chatham County
24-hour jail bookings for Savannah-Chatham County are now posted. Visit booked.savannahnow.com to view photos and information.All information has been obtained from the Chatham County Sheriff’s...
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Spotted®: Welcoming Home Ceremony at Ft. Stewart
Click here to view Spotted® photos of families and friends gathered at Ft. Stewart to welcome their special soldiers back from Agfhanistan.
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Spotted®: Watermelon Crawl at Lake Mayer
Fleet Feet Sports hosted a Watermelon Crawl on Thursday at Lake Mayer. The event was not a race but served as a fun group run that everyone can participate in.After completing the course, participants...
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