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Tensions explode in the Middle East as Iran strikes three ships in the Strait of Hormuz, triggering a furious U.S. response from President Trump, who threatens a thousand missiles and warns of more if Iran acts on assassination threats against him. With calls for Trump’s death echoing at Khamenei’s funeral, the U.S. demands Iran publicly guarantee the strait’s freedom — a move Iran rejects, insist...

Georgia’s rolling out a bold new scholarship for former foster youth, offering up to $30,000 annually to cover tuition, housing, and textbooks—helping students who’ve hit the books without a safety net stay in school and graduate. Eligible applicants must have spent at least six months in foster care after age 14 and be under 26, with opportunities at public, technical, and select private schools....

America turns 250, but Trump’s recent moves—fizzle-festivals, stalled housing bills, and a new “Trump Accounts” program for newborns—are sparking mixed reactions. Georgia shows a steady drop in his approval, now at 38% for vs. 58% against, mirroring national trends hovering in the low 40s for approval. He’s refusing to sign a major bipartisan housing bill, demanding Congress pass his SAVE America...

Savannah’s City Council just approved a $31 million parking garage at Eastern Wharf, adding 400 spaces funded by the city’s parking enterprise fund — not general taxes — as part of a sweeping $2.1 billion capital investment plan targeting 287 projects by 2030. With major developments like the Civic Center arena removal and Water Works stabilization underway, the city balances growth with character...

Get ready for a splashy, colorful, family-friendly event: Tanger Outlets in Savannah is hosting its second annual Back-to-School Color Dash and Splash 5K on July 25th, with races for all ages and a fun finish-line splash zone. Proceeds and donated school supplies benefit Blessings in a BookBag, a local nonprofit that supports kids with meals and supplies. The 5K costs $30 and includes a medal, whi...

South Carolina’s Hampton County is in dire straits as an extreme drought grips the region, with nearly 50 residential wells running dry and officials urging drastic water conservation—shorter showers, no lawn watering, only full laundry loads. This isn’t a new crisis; it’s the longest dry spell in over 130 years, stretching 36 weeks since last fall. While federal monitors label it “extreme,” the s...

The Department of War just dropped 40 new UAP files—including 19 videos—continuing its transparency push since May 8th. These documents reveal decades-old sightings, including astronaut reports from Apollo missions, a slow-moving diamond-shaped object near a nuclear plant in 2015, a mysterious rectangular craft that outran military tracking in 2019, and a bizarre “floating brain” UFO over the Atla...

Eight South Carolina National Guard helicopter pilots are back in the cockpit after a temporary suspension sparked by a July Fourth flyover featuring Apache helicopters flying low over crowded beaches. Though initially grounded as a safety precaution—not punishment—the incident drew national attention, including a Pentagon social media response. Supporters praised the pilots’ service and experienc...

Leaders in McIntosh County are racing to finalize new zoning rules for Hog Hammock on Sapelo Island, the last Gullah Geechee community on a Georgia barrier island, after last year’s controversial 3,000-square-foot cap sparked outrage. The latest proposal caps homes at 1,550 sq ft — a modest bump from the previous 1,400 sq ft limit — but still far below the earlier limit that residents voted to rep...

Chatham County has paused all new short-term vacation rental applications to regroup and craft a fair, community-focused ordinance—protecting residents, neighbors, and local businesses while existing rentals keep operating under current rules. The pause lasts until November 7, 2026, but could change based on progress. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discou...

A major sewage spill—nearly 4,000 gallons—hit Lake Mayer Park in Chatham County after a pipe burst during mowing near Montgomery Crossroads. Officials have deployed signs and lime to neutralize soil and are actively monitoring to prevent further contamination and restore the area as quickly as possible. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Adverti...

Over 500,000 Kobalt power tools with USB-C batteries are being recalled nationwide after reports of batteries short-circuiting while charging — causing smoke, sparks, and fire. Sold at Lowe’s since January 2026, these tools include trimmers, blowers, mowers, chainsaws, and pruning saws. No injuries have been reported, but users are urged to stop charging batteries while attached to the tool and co...

Costco’s Kirkland Signature beers are calling it quits—two beloved brews, the Helles Lager and Vintage Ale from Deschutes Brewery, are being pulled after July production ends. Fans are rushing to stock up as these affordable favorites, which earned a bronze at the World Beer Cup, vanish from shelves. Deschutes’ CEO confirms limited availability but leaves the door open for future collaborations. L...

Olympia Cafe is back—just not as Olympia. Reborn as Limani, the beloved Savannah spot has relocated to a bigger, brighter space at 417 E River St, complete with a second floor, balcony, and expanded kitchen. The Greek menu stays mostly the same, with subtle tweaks to honor old favorites while elevating the experience. The grand reopening featured a ticketed three-course dinner, with proceeds going...

Tension flares in Waycross, Georgia, as a 30-year-old police officer and the grandmother of his child, 51, face simple battery charges after a physical altercation outside a pediatric clinic on May 28. The GBI arrested both on Friday — Horne was off-duty at the time, and Music had a bleeding lip when officers arrived. Authorities are still piecing together what happened and urge anyone with info t...

Hog Hammock on Sapelo Island, a vital Gullah Geechee enclave, is on the brink of a major zoning decision that could preserve its historic soul—or risk losing it to unchecked development. After years of fierce resistance to oversized homes and outside pressure, county commissioners are pushing a new ordinance capping homes at 1,550 sq. ft., down from a controversial 3,000 sq. ft. limit that voters...

Beaufort’s iconic waterfront park, shuttered since 2025 due to failing pilings and soil, is set for a dramatic rebuild—raising the entire promenade, removing five feet of destabilizing soil, and using cutting-edge materials to ensure it lasts 75 to 100 years. The city’s ambitious plan not only prioritizes safety and resilience but also seeks a single design team to lead everything from engineering...

In a gripping double murder trial, Derek Johnson’s stepson Kewan Crawford took the stand, revealing their intimate relationship and the tense argument that preceded Shaliyah Collins’ disappearance — a case that spiraled into a chilling investigation. Crawford, Collins’ boyfriend, testified they were planning to marry and that religious differences fueled their final fight. When Collins vanished af...

Savannah’s City Council is locked in a heated debate over a liquor license dispute that’s hitting a Black woman-owned business hard—Vintage Space Event Center can’t get a license due to an 8-year-old alcohol overlay, despite meeting all requirements. The owner claims massive financial losses, while Mayor Van Johnson defends the restriction, noting it was community-approved and signed by the tenant...

Reverend Joseph Small, a Savannah civil rights icon for over sixty years, reflects on a lifelong mission to fight for racial justice—from desegregating schools as a teen to preserving sacred sites like the Weeping Time. He recalls childhood discrimination that ignited his activism and shares stories of both resistance and unexpected compassion. Now a mentor and church leader, he warns that hard-wo...

A Savannah State baseball star, Johan Sandoval, was abruptly detained by ICE after a visa error during his college transfer left him in legal limbo—despite having no criminal record and being a dedicated student. Held hours from home, he faced a heartbreaking choice: pay $2,600 to self-deport or risk jail time. His fiancée’s mom, Lynn Tiberio, calls the ordeal devastating, as Sandoval, confused an...

Sixteen children, some with special needs, were found living in horrific conditions in Hamden, Ohio, leading to arrests of four adults — parents and grandparents — and plunging already strapped Vinton County into a financial and humanitarian crisis. Facing bankruptcy from the cost of caring for the children and the grandfather’s medical care, officials turned to state aid, bringing in special pros...

Three men inside a Houston van say an ICE officer’s account of fatally shooting the driver, Lorenzo Salgado Araujo — a longtime U.S. resident nearing legal status — is false. They claim the shooting occurred through a passenger window with no threat to the officer, and no evidence supports ICE’s version. With no body cam footage, no photos or videos released, and no damage visible on the van, skep...

ICE’s body camera promise is still broken — months after pledging rapid deployment following deadly shootings, agents in Houston still went without cameras, fueling accountability debates as Congress pours cash into the agency amid rising arrests and public scrutiny. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This i...

The House is set to vote on making daylight saving time permanent—finally ending the twice-yearly clock chaos. Supporters argue it’ll improve sleep, boost productivity, and benefit industries like tourism, especially in states like Florida and New Jersey. But critics worry about darker winter mornings and kids commuting in the dark. The idea isn’t new—America tried it during WWII and the 70s oil c...