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Hyundai’s cutting-edge Ellabell plant blends robots and human “Meta Pros” for precision manufacturing, proving tech and talent thrive together. Workers handle intricate details while machines tackle heavy tasks, fostering a seamless, human-centered workflow. For employees like Brittany Mills, it’s a career launchpad—she’s gone from zero experience to global training and calls the plant her “second...

Tybee Island is bracing for a Fourth of July weekend packed with tens of thousands of visitors—and first responders are on high alert. With beaches buzzing and roads narrowed, safety is top priority: lifeguards are fully staffed, drunk driving is a major concern (40% of fatal crashes in Georgia involve impaired drivers), and heat exhaustion is a real threat. Visitors are urged to bring extra water...

A Georgia federal judge has blocked the DOJ’s massive subpoena seeking personal data on 2020 election poll workers and volunteers in Fulton County, calling it “unreasonable” and “staggering” in scope — and possibly past the statute of limitations. The move protects poll workers’ privacy and could discourage future volunteerism, while the FBI continues analyzing seized election materials under loom...

Savannah’s Mounted Patrol Unit is hoofing it to Atlanta for the FIFA World Cup Fan Fest, bringing four trained equine officers and a full arsenal of gear—including extra horseshoes, saddles, and even a custom trailer—to ensure smooth crowd control for eight days. These horses aren’t just mascots; they’re vital law enforcement partners, helping de-escalate tensions and manage massive crowds with a...

Liberty County is diving deep into water quality with a new monitoring partnership—Ogeechee Riverkeeper’s $56K first-year contract kicks off serious river surveillance for Laurel View and North Newport Rivers, syncing with a massive new wastewater plant set to treat up to 3 million gallons daily. The goal? Safe reuse for irrigation and firefighting, freeing aquifer water for drinking. Riverkeeper...

Bluffton turned up the patriotism for its 250th birthday with fireworks, a concert, and their first-ever drone show — all part of a festive Fourth of July packed with community spirit. The Independence Day 5K crowned winners Jackson Wright and Giada Carge, whose names now grace the Mayor’s Cup. After the race, the Deas-Guys lit up the night with music, followed by a dazzling drone display sponsore...

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A 17-year-old teen, Bryson Love, has been arrested in connection with a May 6, 2026, armed robbery and assault on East 51st Street in Savannah. Police responded to a shooting report but found a victim robbed and assaulted at gunpoint. Warrants were secured just two days later, and Love was taken into custody on July 7. The Special Investigation Unit and SWAT were involved in the arrest. He faces m...

A former Wisconsin judge, Hannah Dugan, faces sentencing this Wednesday after being convicted of felony obstruction for helping a Mexican immigrant evade federal officers in 2025. At 67, she could receive up to five years, though prosecutors seek a serious sentence citing betrayal of public trust, while her defense argues she’s already paid the price through resignation and public backlash. This l...

Don’t miss this—If you paid IRS penalties or interest during the pandemic, you might be owed a refund, and the deadline to claim it is July 10th. A court ruling paused tax deadlines from January 2020 to May 2023, and while the government is appealing, the decision could still hold. You may qualify if you overpaid interest, faced penalties for late filings or payments, or were charged interest you...

Savannah’s Fourth of July weekend saw a dramatic drop in crime, with just 20 incidents reported—down from 45 last year. Most categories, including assaults and burglaries, fell sharply, while auto theft barely ticked up from 3 to 4 cases. Even vehicle thefts stayed flat at 4. Officials credit smart planning and maybe a bit of luck, with the mayor joking there were fewer “stupid people doing stupid...

Former Spartanburg County Sheriff Chuck Wright has been sentenced to 41 months in prison after pleading guilty to federal charges of fraud, theft, and drug-related crimes, including embezzling public funds and using a deputies’ benevolence fund to pay an opioid dealer. Despite his defense team’s appeals highlighting his sobriety, cooperation, and PTSD struggles, the judge emphasized the need for a...

Teddy Adams, jazz titan and Savannah’s musical heartbeat, turns 85—and the city’s celebrating! For over 50 years, this legendary trombonist, composer, and educator has led the charge in reviving jazz in Savannah, co-founding the Coastal Jazz Association, the Savannah Jazz Festival, and the Savannah Jazz Orchestra. From his early days in elementary school to touring with jazz icons like Art Blakey...

Savannah’s Mayor Van R. Johnson just earned a prestigious spot in the Georgia Municipal Government Hall of Fame, honoring his visionary leadership and lasting impact on local governance. Meanwhile, City Clerk Mark Massey took home the 2026 Georgia Municipal Clerks Association’s Clerk of the Year award — a well-deserved recognition for his 32 years of tireless service, including 24 as clerk, keepin...

Savannah’s Black-owned businesses face real roadblocks—zoning, permits, capital gaps—and The Hungry Club Forum is hosting a critical public conversation to tackle them head-on. Join Alderwomen Alicia Miller Blakely and Bernetta Lanier plus local business owner Roshida Edwards as they dissect city policies, community concerns, and actionable solutions for a fairer, stronger local economy. Free, ope...

Starting July 1, 2026, big rigs are officially banned from downtown Coastal Highway — a move long anticipated and now fully prepared, with signs up since May. The goal? Safer streets, less traffic chaos, and a more pedestrian-friendly, vibrant downtown. Made possible last year when the Georgia DOT granted Port Wentworth control over State Route 25, the city can now reroute trucks that were just pa...

A raccoon in Chatham County, Georgia, has tested positive for rabies after a resident’s dog confronted it—reminding everyone that this deadly virus lurks in everyday wildlife. The dog is quarantined, and no humans were exposed, but officials urge vigilance: keep pets vaccinated, avoid feeding or touching wild animals, secure trash, and report any bites immediately to prevent outbreaks. Listen in c...

While the world’s watching the FIFA World Cup, a soldier at Hunter Army Airfield just claimed his own championship—Specialist Isaac Garza, named MVP of the U.S. Men’s Army Soccer Team after they crushed the Armed Forces Soccer Championship. Once convinced his soccer days were over when he joined the Army, Garza was drafted back onto the squad for his talent, leading the charge against other milita...

A Trump-appointed federal judge just slapped down the Justice Department’s sweeping subpoena targeting Fulton County election workers, calling it a “staggering” and “arbitrary fishing expedition” with no solid legal basis. The DOJ sought personal details—including home addresses and phone numbers—for hundreds involved in 2020 election operations, but the judge ruled it too broad and likely moot, s...

Georgia’s sweltering heat wave shows no signs of breaking soon, with heat indexes hitting 107 inland and up to 116 along the coast — a serious warning to stay hydrated and limit outdoor exposure. The National Weather Service predicts above-normal temps through July for most of the state, with only a 40-50% chance of relief. But relief may be on the horizon: August and September could bring cooler...

Healthcare costs are set to soar again next year as insurers propose a 14% median premium hike—following last year’s big jump—blaming rising medical expenses, federal rule changes, and the end of pandemic-era subsidies that cushioned many enrollees’ wallets. Middle-class families, especially those earning over four times the poverty level, face the steepest increases. A shrinking marketplace, with...

Ford’s recalling over 110,000 Mustangs and Mach-Es—electric and gas-powered—for serious safety issues. Cold weather could freeze wipers and washer systems on newer gas Mustangs, risking crashes, while Mach-Es face a rear differential shaft that might break, causing power loss or unexpected rolling. Owners will get notices by July, with fixes arriving as late as March 2027—no cost to you when repai...

A new poll reveals a deepening divide within America’s Jewish community over Israel, with religious Jews largely supporting its actions as tied to faith and safety, while secular Jews, often rejecting the term “Zionist,” critique Israel’s current policies. Family history—shaped by trauma like the Holocaust or safety in America—fuels these differing loyalties. Though younger Jews are less attached...

Oil prices surged over five percent after the U.S. revoked a waiver allowing Iran to sell oil, citing recent attacks on commercial ships near the Strait of Hormuz—blamed on Iran. Brent crude jumped past $75 a barrel as the Treasury demanded all prior oil sales under the waiver end by July 17. Iran retaliated, calling the move a breach of a previous agreement and warning of strong action to defend...

Publix is recalling frozen GreenWise Organic IQF blueberries across eight states after 12 E. coli cases linked to the product — bags with lot code 60401 and best-by date Feb 9, 2028 must be thrown out or returned. Symptoms include severe stomach cramps, bloody diarrhea, and vomiting — especially dangerous for kids and seniors. Contact Comfrut for info or refunds. Listen in comfort: Get a discount...