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07/22/2024

Biden's legacy: Far-reaching accomplishments that didn't translate into political support

WASHINGTON (AP) — Sitting in the Oval Office behind the iconic Resolute desk in 2022, an animated President Joe Biden described the challenge of leading a psychologically traumatized nati…

07/22/2024

Savannah's housing project that inspired an American poet

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – In Savannah, many notable things happened during the early 1940’s, including soldiers serving in World World II, thriving jazz music, and developed housing for mi…

07/22/2024

Harris to visit Wilmington for campaign after Biden drops out

Vice President Harris on Monday will travel to Wilmington, Del., the home of the campaign headquarters that previously belonged to President Biden’s reelection campaign. The trip will take place at…

07/22/2024

Forsyth Farmers' Market to host 'Market Tales: An Afternoon with Local Writers'

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – The Forsyth Farmers’ Market will host Market Tales: An Afternoon with Local Writers as part of the farmers’ market on Saturday, July 27th from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. This free even…

07/22/2024

Savannah Jazz Festival to take place this September

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – The Savannah Jazz Festival has announced that year 43 of the event will take place September 18 – 22. Savannah Jazz, in partnership with the City of Savannah and other …

07/22/2024

South Carolina lawmakers react to President Biden's decision to not seek second term

South Carolinas lawmakers are reacting on Sunday, after President Joe Biden’s bombshell announcement that he will not seek re-election for a second term.

07/22/2024

City of Statesboro is accepting applications for Housing Rehabilitation Program

STATESBORO, Ga. (WSAV) – The City of Statesboro will once again be accepting applications to its Housing Rehabilitation Program. Starting Monday homeowners with lower incomes who occupy subst…

07/22/2024

East Georgia State College is hosting a 'Food, Fun, and Financial Aid' day

SWAINSBORO, Ga. (WSAV) – East Georgia State College (EGSC) is hosting a Financial Aid Day to assist incoming students. The “Food, Fun, and Financial Aid” event will take place on Thursday, A…

07/22/2024

Senator Warnock in town to boost jobs in Savannah's aviation industry

SAVANNAH, Ga (WSAV) – Senator Reverand Raphael Warnock will be back home in Savannah today to tour aviation facilities and promote legislation to fund training for jobs in the Coastal Empire.…

07/22/2024

What about our furry friends? How to ensure your pet stays safe in the Savannah summer heat

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – As we continue to deal with the brutal typical summertime heat, we continue to talk about the effects it can have on us. But what about our pets? It can be dangerous for them…

07/22/2024

LeBron James to be Team USA flagbearer for Paris Olympics opening ceremony

LeBron James has been picked by his fellow U.S. Olympians to serve as the male flagbearer for the Americans in Friday night’s opening ceremony for the Paris Games.

07/22/2024

LGBTQ community sounds alarm bells over Vance

LGBTQ Americans and advocacy groups are sounding alarm bells over the selection of Sen. JD Vance as former President Trump’s running mate. In addition to a history of anti-LGBTQ statements, t…

07/22/2024

Greenbriar Children's Center announces annual day of giving

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – The Greenbriar Children’s Center has announced its fourth annual online Day of Giving in conjunction with its traditional Christmas in July event, both to be held on Fr…

07/22/2024

Republicans see opportunity in Harris presidential run after Biden exit

Republican strategists and donors said Sunday they’re not worried about Vice President Harris becoming the new Democratic nominee, even though they believed their chances of defeating Preside…

07/22/2024

Biden's decision to drop out leaves Democrats across the country relieved and looking toward future

HARPER WOODS, Mich. (AP) — After weeks of uncertainty about who would be at the top of the Democratic Party’s ticket in November, many voters expressed relief over the news that President Joe …

07/22/2024

S.C. Rep. Nancy Mace announces plan to file paperwork for Harris to invoke 25th Amendment

SOUTH CAROLINA (WSAV) – On Sunday, following Biden dropping out of the 2024 election race, South Carolina Representative Nancy Mace announced in a statement on X that she will file paperwork …

07/22/2024

Kyle Larson races to his 1st Brickyard 400 victory

Larson won for the fourth time this season and took the points lead from Hendrick Motorsports teammate Chase Elliott.

07/22/2024

Meet some of the world's cleanest pigs, raised to grow kidneys and hearts for humans

BLACKSBURG, Va. (AP) — Wide-eyed piglets rushing to check out the visitors to their unusual barn just might represent the future of organ transplantation – and there’s no rolling around in the mud …

07/21/2024

What to know about Kamala Harris

After dropping out of the race Sunday, President Biden shared his “full support and endorsement” for Vice President Harris.

07/21/2024

Savannah Mayor Van Johnson announces upcoming support for Vice President Harris

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – On Sunday, Savannah Mayor Van Johnson announced his upcoming support for Vice President Kamala Harris after President Joe Biden withdrew from the 2024 presidential race…

07/21/2024

Congressional Black Caucus backs Harris as Biden replacement

The Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) is backing Vice President Harris as President Biden’s replacement after the president announced his decision to withdraw from the race on Sunday. The CBC politi…

07/21/2024

Here's how Kamala Harris has performed against Trump in recent polls

While Biden’s endorsement doesn’t automatically guarantee Harris the Democratic nomination, it still raises questions about how she might perform against Donald Trump in November.

07/21/2024

Biden drops out: What happens next

President Biden dropped out of the presidential race on Sunday, setting up a historic series of events in the months before the November election. The president endorsed his vice president, Kamala …

07/21/2024

What happens to Biden's campaign funds?

President Joe Biden, after ending his campaign for a second term, is now giving his “full support and endorsement” to Vice President Kamala Harris. But what about his campaign cash?

07/21/2024

Who could be Harris's running mate?

President Biden dropped out of the 2024 race on Sunday and endorsed Vice President Harris to become his replacement, a historic move that now raises the question of who would be Harris’s running ma…

07/21/2024

Obama releases statement after Biden drops out of 2024 race: 'One of America’s most consequential presidents'

In a statement, Obama referred to Biden as “one of America’s most consequential presidents, as well as a dear friend and partner.”

07/21/2024

SC Democratic Party Chair says Biden's decision 'exemplifies his dedication and love for our country'

SOUTH CAROLINA (WSAV) – On Sunday, President Biden announced that he will not accept the nomination of the Democratic Party in 2024. Following this announcement, South Carolina Democratic Par…

07/21/2024

Harris says she intends ‘to earn and win this nomination’ after Biden drops out

Vice President Harris on Sunday said she intends to earn and win the Democratic presidential nomination after President Biden stunningly dropped out of the race and endorsed her as his successor. “…

07/21/2024

Biden's legacy: Far-reaching accomplishments that didn't translate into political support

WASHINGTON (AP) — Sitting in the Oval Office behind the iconic Resolute desk in 2022, an animated President Joe Biden described the challenge of leading a psychologically traumatized nation. The Un…

07/21/2024

‘Twisters’ whips up $80.5 million at box office, while ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ looms

Moviegoers ran toward the tornadoes this weekend, propelling “ Twisters ” to a blockbuster opening. The standalone sequel to the 1996 hit made $80.5 million in ticket sales from 4,151 theaters in N…

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Mayor Van Johnson's Weekly Press Conference

Mayor Van Johnson holds his weekly press conference on everything going on in Savannah

School's Out Summer Food Drive finale

It's the finale of our School's Out Summer Food Drive! Vaden Automotive joined WSAV Ben Senger to announce the grand total heading to Second Harvest of Coastal Georgia to feed children in our area.

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City Council voting on the future of the Civic Center.

St. Jude Dream Home giveaway winner!

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Mayor Van Johnson delivers his weekly media presser to discuss updates from the city.

Only 16 St. Jude Dream Home tickets left!!! https://www.stjude.org/give/dream-home/savannah.html Giveaway day is Wednesday ❤️

Only 22 St. Jude Dream Home tickets left!!!! Info: https://www.stjude.org/give/dream-home/savannah.html Join us Wednesday on News 3 from 4-6:30 p.m. for the drawings: There are four bonus prizes and the grand prize.

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Fewer than 450 tickets remain for the St. Jude Dream Home ❤️ Open house til 5 pm. Saturday. Noon to 5 Sunday. Tickets here: https://www.stjude.org/give/dream-home/savannah.html

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We're announcing a NEW bonus prize for the St. Jude Dream Home giveaway -- Savannah Bananas Tickets!! If you buy your ticket by Monday night, you'll be entered into a separate drawing for four club seats to a Bananas game in September. Tickets here: https://www.stjude.org/give/dream-home/savannah.html