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WTOC NewsWTOC+ | The Cost of School ThreatsThreats against schools are an issue nationwide, as well as right here in Georgia. While many calls and social media posts end up not being credible threats… they still cause a disruption in the school day… at the expense of the students.
WTOC Investigates' Hayley Boland has been looking into the impact these threats can have on the classroom. She joins the WTOC News Podcast to give a look into her investigation. 2025-03-1006 min
WTOC NewsWTOC+ | Where it Began : Celebrating Black History Block by BlockThe full Black History Month special, “Where it Began: Block by Block” is available on wtoc.com. Jasmine Butler, Camille Syed and Simone McKenny each dived into the legacy of historic Black neighborhoods in our area.
To watch the full special, click here. 2025-02-2811 min
WTOC NewsWTOC+ | Maintaining your mental health in 2025While we’re only in the beginning of 2025, we have definitely experienced our share of tragedies.
Gateway Community Service Board Licensed Clinical Social Worker Phylicia Anderson joined WTOC’s Dawn Baker on Welcome To Our Community to share some tips about how to maintain your mental health.
She also reminds us that there’s a National Crisis Line available 24 hours every day. Just call 9-8-8 if you need help.2025-02-1908 min
WTOC NewsWTOC+ | 12 years after his arrest, man accused of possessing child pornography walks free
A man accused of possessing child pornography is now walking free, after spending over a decade in jail with no trial.
On January 3, 2025, Judge Lovett Bennett, Jr. released John Baillie from the Bulloch County jail on bond.
“If all the evidence is suppressed and there is no additional evidence that’s been proffered by the State, the Court does have the authority to go one step further and dismiss,” Bennett said in court on January 3rd.
WTOC Investigates' Shea Schrader breaks down her investigation into Baillie's release. 2025-02-1808 min
WTOC NewsWTOC+ | Doctor talks weight loss drugsSavannah internist Dr. Paul Bradley joins WTOC’s Dawn Baker to break down how weight loss drugs work as well as the unexpected health benefits. They started as diabetes drugs, but now Ozempic and Mounjaro have become even more sought after for their dramatic weight loss.2025-02-0710 minWTOC NewsWTOC+ | Jackie Johnson Trial Week 1The Jackie Johnson trial is well underway in Brunswick, Georgia. Johnson, former Glynn County district attorney, is charged with violation of oath of a public officer and obstruction and hindering police following the murder of Ahmaud Arbery in 2020. Arbery was chased by three white men, then shot and killed in Glynn County. Greg McMichael, his son Travis McMichael, and William “Roddie” Bryan are all serving life sentences after being convicted for his murder. Johnson is accused of using her power as DA to protect two of the men who were eventually convicted. This week, Arbery's mother, members of law enforcement and...2025-01-3111 minWTOC NewsWTOC+ | How did more than 40 monkeys escape a research center in South Carolina?Forty-three rhesus macaque monkeys escaped from the Alpha Genesis Primate Research Center on November 6, 2024. This podcast was shot on November 13, 2024 with WTOC's Simone McKenny, Shea Schrader and Anna Stansfield. Follow this story on our website wtoc.com for the latest information. 2024-11-1313 min
WTOC First Alert WeatherWTOC First Alert Weather- 10-7-2024Join Chief Meterologist Dave Turley and meterologist Andrew Gorton as they discuss Hurricane Milton. 2024-10-0710 min
WTOC First Alert WeatherWTOC First Alert Weather- 10-7-2024Join Chief Meterologist Dave Turley and meterologist Andrew Gorton as they discuss Hurricane Milton. 2024-10-0711 minWTOC NewsWhat you need to know before you file your taxes!The deadline to file your taxes is quickly approaching. Elizabeth Ayoola with NerdWallet joined the WTOC News podcast to share some tips on how to make sure you file your taxes correctly. 2024-04-0410 minWTOC NewsChecking on those 2024 New Year's ResolutionsHave you kept up with your New Year's Resolutions? Well either way, Alexa Burdick, a licensed professional counselor with Georgia Outreach, joined the WTOC podcast to talk about how to keep up with those goals or maybe even start some new ones. For more information on Georgia Outreach, click here For more information on Alexa Burdick, click here. 2024-03-2810 minWTOC NewsWill Moseley talks American Idol, Football and Growing up in HazlehurstWill Moseley is from Hazlehurst, Georgia and is a contestant on the 2024 season of American Idol. Moseley joined the WTOC podcast to talk about the journey to Hollywood and what he is looking forward to in the future. 2024-03-1406 minWTOC NewsDr. Elizabeth McKeown talks Colorectal Cancer Awareness MonthThe WTOC News Podcast talks with Dr. Elizabeth McKeown a colorectal surgeon from Memorial Health about colorectal cancer. What are the warning signs? Are there ways to prevent it? Dr. McKeown breaks down what you need to know to maintain a healthy colon. For more information on colorectal cancer, click here. 2024-03-0821 minWTOC NewsCelebrating 70 years of WTOC with Doug WeathersDawn Baker and Hayley Boland sit down with Doug Weathers to look back at 70 years of WTOC! 2024-02-1435 minWTOC NewsWhat to expect from this year's Georgia History FestivalStan Deaton and Christy Crisp stopped by the WTOC News podcast to talk about everything happening for the 2024 Georgia History Festival. For more information on the festivities, click here. To learn more about the Georgia Historical Society, click here. 2024-02-0811 minWTOC NewsAmerican Heart Month - What you need to knowFebruary is also recognized as American Heart Month. Heart disease remains the number one cause of death in the United States according to the American Heart Association. Jada Lane, the clinical manager for St. Joseph Candler's Cardiology department, joined the WTOC News Podcast to talk about what can be done to prevent and or treat heart disease. For more information on heart disease in the United States, click here.2024-02-0110 minWTOC NewsGet to know the WTOC Sports DepartmentJeff Roberts and Rachel West join the WTOC Podcast to talk about their time as sports journalist, covering Georgia and South Carolina sports and what you can expect from them in the future. Both say if you have a story you think they should cover, reach out! Jeff Roberts jeff.roberts@wtoc.com https://twitter.com/JeffRoberts__ Rachel West rachel.west@wtoc.com https://www.twitter.com/rachelwest__ 2024-01-2514 minWTOC NewsGetting ready for MLK Day in SavannahAhead of the Savannah MLK Day Parade, WTOC's Simone McKenny sat down with the president of the MLK Observance Day Association to learn about the events and celebration for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2024. For more information on this year's celebration, click here. 2024-01-1209 minWTOC NewsWhere are the deals? - Shopping tips for the holidaysWTOC Digital Anchor and Reporter Simone McKenny talks with a NerdWallet personal finance expert about the changes in Black Friday over the years and where you can find the best deals this year. Plus, we hear a from a Tanger Outlets representive about the traffic they saw on Black Friday at their Savannah/Pooler location. 2023-12-0419 minWTOC NewsSavannah's Ghost Pirates are back! Talking with Coach Rick Bennett ahead of season 2Watch this podcast and the rest of the digital Ghost Pirates series online or on the WTOC+ app. 2023-10-1613 minWTOC NewsNew COVID-19 vaccine available, what you need to know | Conversation with Dr. Bonzo ReddickWTOC's digital anchor and reporter, Simone McKenny sits down with Dr. Bonzo Reddick to learn more about the updated COVID-19 vaccine that recently became available. Key points: One and done. Dr. Reddick says this new COVID vaccine requires just one shot. No need to come back in a few weeks for a booster. It is monovalent and targets the current circulating strains of the virus. You can get your COVID, Flu and RSV vaccine all at the same time. The vaccine first became available in Chatham County but other counties should have the vaccine soon. For m...2023-09-2810 minWTOC NewsWTOC Asked & Answered | To Rent or Buy?WTOC's anchor and investigative reporter Aria Janel shares the findings from her Asked and Answered story raising the question whether it is better to rent or buy a home right now. For more information on the story: https://www.wtoc.com/2023/09/19/crunching-numbers-is-it-cheaper-rent-or-buy/ To submit a tip to the Asked and Answered: https://www.wtoc.com/news/investigate/asked-and-answered/ 2023-09-2711 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap - September 15, 2023 | Sapelo Island zoning ordinance, Updated COVID-19 vaccine, GA gas tax suspended WTOC Digital Anchor and Multimedia Journalist Simone McKenny gives a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. Read more about the biggest stories this week by clicking one of the links below: Sapelo Island residents frustrated after zoning ordinance is approved Updated COVID-19 vaccine coming to the Coastal Health District soon Kemp temporarily suspends gas tax, declares state of emergency to help with inflation Savannah Police says app is in the works to report crime 2023-09-1509 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap - September 8, 2023 | New motions in Quinton Simon case, Biden-Harris SAVE Plan, Sapelo Island concerned over proposed zoning ordinanceWTOC Digital Anchor and Multimedia Journalist Simone McKenny gives a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. Read more about the biggest stories this week by clicking one of the links below: New motions filed in Quinton Simon case Savannah doctor discusses new Covid-19 strains, accessibility of new vaccine Biden-Harris SAVE Plan aiming to create affordable options for student loan borrowers Residents of Sapelo Island concerned over proposed zoning ordinance 2023-09-0805 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap - August 25, 2023 | Former President Trump surrenders in Fulton County, FEMA seeking funds, Hendrix Park restoredWTOC Digital Anchor and Multimedia Journalist Simone McKenny gives a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. Read more about the biggest stories this week by clicking one of the links below: The latest on Trump’s Fulton County election probe indictment Person sentenced to 10 years for deliberately driving through Rincon parade Former deputy charged, one at large in deadly Walterboro restaurant shooting FEMA seeking funds for peak hurricane season Hendrix Park restored after tornado hit Bryan County 2023-08-2507 min
WTOC First Alert WeatherTracking several areas in the tropicsWTOC meteorologists Dave Turley and Andrew Gorton discuss all of the action in the tropics and our hot temperatures still in the forecast. 2023-08-2111 min
WTOC First Alert WeatherTracking several areas in the tropicsWTOC meteorologists Dave Turley and Andrew Gorton discuss all of the action in the tropics and our hot temperatures still in the forecast. 2023-08-2110 minWTOC NewsSee ya around, Dal Cannady!Anchor Dawn Baker sits down with Dal Cannady to look back on his 27 years as Bureau Chief at WTOC. 2023-08-1849 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap - August 18, 2023 | What's next after Trump indictment, Yellow-legged hornet found in Savannah, Spike in Georgia Power electric billsWTOC Digital Anchor and Multimedia Journalist Simone McKenny gives a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. Read more about the biggest stories this week by clicking one of the links below: Political science professor discusses uncertainty over what’s next after Trump indictment Karate instructor arrested on child exploitation charges in McIntosh Co. Savannah hospitals seeing increase in COVID cases Georgia’s public service commissioner discusses spike in electric bill due to new reactor at Plant Vogtle 2023-08-1809 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap - July 28, 2023 | Savannah detective fired after being accused of lying, Lowe's employee gets job back after trying to stop shopliftingWTOC Digital Anchor and Multimedia Journalist Simone McKenny gives a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. Read more about the biggest stories this week by clicking one of the links below: Savannah detective accused of lying during murder case has been fired Woman gets job back at Lowe’s after being attacked while trying to stop shoplifting Yemassee teenager arrested for two murders in different counties Tybee Island reviewing options to improve EMS response times SCCPSS aiming to increase resources for under performing schools 2023-07-2808 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap - July 21, 2023 | HCA Healthcare data breach impacts millions, GDOT looking for feedback on Talmadge Bridge project, Changes to Savannah’s alcohol ordinance WTOC Digital Anchor and Multimedia Journalist Simone McKenny gives a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. Read more about the biggest stories this week by clicking one of the links below: Memorial Health included in HCA Healthcare data breach Public comment period open for plan to raise clearance, replace cables of Talmadge Bridge More than 20 Beaufort County schools will have free breakfast, lunch thanks to federal program2023-07-2107 min
WTOC First Alert WeatherIt could feel like 110 degrees this weekendWTOC meteorologists Dave Turley and Andrew Gorton discuss our heat wave this weekend when it could feel like 110 degrees. 2023-06-2907 min
WTOC First Alert WeatherIt could feel like 110 degrees this weekendWTOC meteorologists Dave Turley and Andrew Gorton discuss our heat wave this weekend when it could feel like 110 degrees. 2023-06-2908 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap: Leilani Simon indicted, Soldier killed at Ft. StewartWTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. In this episode: - Leilani Simon indicted by grand jury in murder of toddler son: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/12/15/leilani-simon-indicted-19-charges-by-grand-jury/ - Quinton Simon Case: https://www.wtoc.com/news/quinton-simon-case/ - Liberty Co. investigators seeking answer of identity of woman found dead in Riceboro: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/12/14/body-found-riceboro-still-unidentified-investigators-searching-answers/ - Soldier killed in shooting at Ft. Stewart: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/12/12/reported-shooting-under-investigation-ft-stewart-no-threat-community/ - Bulloch Co...2022-12-1609 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap: Warnock wins Senate runoff, Crocker case latestWTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. In this episode: - Warnock defeats Walker in U.S. Senate runoff: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/12/07/democratic-sen-warnock-wins-georgia-runoff-against-walker/ - Discussions continued until January after hearing for three in Crocker case: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/12/08/hearing-scheduled-3-charged-crocker-case/ - Two people facing criminal charges after man found dead in Effingham County: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/12/05/2-people-facing-criminal-charges-after-man-found-dead-effingham-co/ - GSU students relocated after car crashes into dorm: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/12/06/students-relocated-after-car-crashes-into-georgia-southern-housing-building/ 2022-12-0910 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap: Remains ID'ed as Quinton Simon's; Hoax shooting reported at Savannah HighWTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week’s biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. In this episode: FBI: DNA confirms Quinton Simon’s remains were found in landfill: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/11/28/dna-analysis-confirms-quinton-simons-remains-were-found-landfill-according-fbi/ CCSO explains why Leilani Simon is in protective custody in jail: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/11/30/chatham-co-sheriff-explains-why-leilani-simon-is-protective-custody-jail/ Quinton Simon Case: https://www.wtoc.com/news/quinton-simon-case/ Report of active shooter at Savannah High part of hoax: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/11/30/i-was-scared-parents-react-savannah-high-school-active-shooter-hoax/ Woman found dead in Yemassee in 1995 identified: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/12/01/beaufort-co-sheriffs-office-discussing-new-developments-1995-cold-case/ Top ranked Dawg...2022-12-0211 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap: Rincon parade suspect denied bond, officials react to GA's abortion ban rulingWTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. In this episode: - Suspect accused of plowing through Rincon parade denied bond for second time: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/11/15/suspect-accused-plowing-through-rincon-parade-denied-bond/ - GA lawmakers divided on judge's ruling to overturn state's abortion ban: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/11/16/georgia-lawmakers-divided-judges-ruling-overturn-abortion-ban/ - Toddler found dead at bottom of Beaufort hotel pool: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/11/15/2-year-old-found-bottom-hotel-pool-beaufort/ - Chatham County adds Sunday early voting for U.S. Senate runoff: https://www.wtoc...2022-11-1810 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap: Key races decided in midterm elections; Tropical Storm NicoleWTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. In this episode: - WTOC Elections Center: https://www.wtoc.com/politics/elections/ - Tropical Storm Nicole brings wind and rain to coastal Georgia and South Carolina: https://www.wtoc.com/weather/ - Savannah City Council votes to remove name of Calhoun Square: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/11/10/savannah-city-council-votes-remove-name-calhoun-square/ - Dog stolen from Humane Society returned days later: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/11/10/humane-society-greater-savannah-asking-help-finding-stolen-dog/ 2022-11-1109 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap: Savannah mayor talks violent crime; New details in Murdaugh caseWTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. In this episode: - Savannah Mayor Van Johnson delivers State of the City address: https://www.wtoc.com/video/2022/11/03/savannah-state-city-address/ - WTOC recap of State of the City address: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/11/02/savannah-mayor-deliver-2022-state-city-address/ - Homicides, violent crime on rise in Savannah: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/11/02/savannah-mayor-deliver-2022-state-city-address/ - Prosecutors release details in deaths of Maggie and Paul Murdaugh: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/11/02/prosecutors-specify-times-deaths-murdaugh-victims-new-court-documents/ ...2022-11-0408 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap: Leilani Simon speaks on missing child, SCAD Film Festival celebrates 25th yearWTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. In this episode: - Exclusive interview with Leilani Simon, mother of Quinton Simon and only suspect in Quinton's disappearance: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/10/24/mother-missing-child-only-suspect-case-discusses-harassment-search-her-son/ - Savannah PD officer who shot Saudi Lee fired for unrelated incident: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/10/26/savannah-officer-who-shot-saudi-lee-fired-incident-unrelated-shooting/ - Savannah PD officer involved in deadly shooting also arrested for DUI: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/10/27/former-savannah-officer-involved-deadly-shooting-also-arrested-dui/ - Early voting begins in South Carolina: https://www.wtoc...2022-10-2810 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap: Search for Quinton Simon shifts to landfill; Early voting begins in GeorgiaWTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. In this episode: - Search for missing Quinton Simon moves to Chatham County landfill: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/10/18/police-searching-landfill-missing-toddler-quinton-simon/ - Quinton Simon case page: https://www.wtoc.com/news/quinton-simon-case/ - Early voting begins in Georgia: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/10/17/ga-early-voting-begins-monday/ - WTOC Elections Center: https://www.wtoc.com/politics/elections/ - Ghost Pirates ready to drop puck on inaugural season: https://www.wtoc.com/sports...2022-10-2110 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap: CCPD believe missing toddler is dead, mother is suspect; Murdaugh murder trial date setWTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. In this episode: - CCPD believes missing toddler Quinton Simon is dead, mother is only suspect at this time: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/10/13/watch-chatham-co-police-fbi-give-update-quinton-simon/ - Date set for Alex Murdaugh murder trial: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/10/13/date-set-alex-murdaugh-murder-trial/ - City of Savannah evicts homeless camp under Truman Parkway: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/10/13/city-savannah-evicts-homeless-camp-under-truman-parkway/ - Organizers hoping for big crowds at Great Ogeechee Seafood Festival: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/10/10/organizers-hoping-big-crowds-great-ogeechee-seafood-festival/ 2022-10-1408 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap: Search continues for missing toddler in Chatham Co.; Schools across area disrupted by threats, weaponsWTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. In this episode: - Search continues for missing toddler in Chatham County: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/10/06/search-continues-missing-toddler-last-seen-wednesday-morning/ - Weapon found on student at Windsor Forest High: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/10/05/weapon-found-windsor-forest-high-student-after-fight-cafeteria/ - FBI involved in false shooting report at Beaufort High, other SC schools: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/10/05/fbi-involved-false-shooting-report-investigation-beaufort-high-other-sc-schools/ - Damage from Hurricane Ian minimal in WTOC viewing area: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/10/04/savannah-mayor-van-johnson-says-city-was-prepared-ian-will-help-those-impacted/ 2022-10-0708 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap: Wilson sentenced to 10 years; former Savannah alderman arrested on theft chargesWTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. In this episode: - Wilson sentenced to 10 years in prison for 2020 deadly shooting; defense attorneys say they'll appeal: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/09/21/marc-wilsons-attorneys-say-they-will-appeal-sentence-2020-deadly-shooting/ - Former City of Savannah alderman Tony Thomas arrested: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/09/20/tony-thomas-former-savannah-alderman-arrested-felony-theft/ - Debate over possible big cat sightings in Georgia: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/09/15/debate-over-possible-big-cat-sightings-ga/ - McIlroy will defend CJ Cup title at Congaree: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/09/20/rory-mcilroy-will-defend-cj-cup-title-ridgeland/ ...2022-09-2310 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap: Port Wentworth committee chair arrested, Savannah mayor reveals cancer diagnosisWTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. In this episode: - Port Wentworth city council removes planning and zoning board chairman after arrest: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/09/13/port-wentworth-city-council-removes-planning-zoning-board-chairman-after-arrest/ - Savannah Mayor shares details of cancer diagnosis: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/09/12/savannah-mayor-van-johnson-shares-details-cancer-diagnosis/ - Driver killed in crash after leading police on chase: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/09/14/driver-killed-crash-after-leading-police-chase-driving-wrong-lanes/ - Vehicle of missing HHI woman located; family hasn't heard from her in months: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/09/14/vehicle-missing-hilton-head-woman-located-family-has-not-heard-her-over-month/2022-09-1608 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap: ATF finding items of concern in Savannah, Beach family lawsuit has trial dateWTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. In this episode: - Illegal automatic handgun switches found in Chatham County: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/09/07/illegal-automatic-handgun-switches-found-chatham-co/ - Motion to sever granted in Mallory Beach lawsuit: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/09/08/motion-sever-granted-mallory-beach-lawsuit/ - WTOC Murdaugh Case Page: https://www.wtoc.com/news/lowcountry/murdaugh-case/ - Funeral arrangements set for Savannah Police officer killed in crash: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/09/06/funeral-arrangements-set-spd-officer-killed-crash/ - Lease termination rescinded for hundreds of...2022-09-0911 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap: Verdict reached in Statesboro shooting case, SPD & CCSO mourn officers after passingWTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week’s biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. In this episode: Marc Wilson found guilty of involuntary manslaughter in 2020 Statesboro murder trial: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/08/31/marc-wilson-found-guilty-involuntary-manslaughter-2020-statesboro-shooting-trial/ Savannah PD mourns officer who died in car crash: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/08/29/spd-mourns-officer-who-dies-car-crash/ Chatham Co. Sheriff’s Office mourns loss of corporal: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/08/30/chatham-co-sheriffs-office-mourns-loss-corporal/ HHI mayor makes statement after 350+ people face eviction from Lowcountry neighborhood: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/08/26/hilton-head-mayor-releases-statement-after-over-350-people-face-eviction-lowcountry-neighborhood/ Eleven year old leads police on high speed chase in H...2022-09-0209 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap: Officials address Memorial Stadium safety concerns, HHI neighborhood facing evictionWTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week’s biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. In this episode: Mayor, Chatham Co. Police Chief address plans to enhance safety at Memorial Stadium: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/08/23/chatham-co-police-chief-addressing-plans-enhance-safety-memorial-stadium/ DA, Savannah mayor have mixed reactions to city’s decision to hire federal prosecutor: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/08/23/district-attorney-savannah-mayor-have-mixed-reactions-citys-decision-hire-federal-prosecutor/ Hundreds of tenants facing eviction in single Lowcountry neighborhood: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/08/24/hundreds-tenants-facing-eviction-lowcountry-neighborhood/ Historic Savannah Foundation honor restored W.W. Law home: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/08/23/historic-savannah-foundation-honors-restoration-ww-law-home/ Savannah Bananas to play Banana Ball year...2022-08-2611 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap: Man indicted after deadly boat crash; Alligator attack in LowcountryWTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. In this episode: - Man indicted on homicide charges following deadly boat crash: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/08/17/man-indicted-homicide-charges-following-may-boat-crash-that-killed-5/ - Deadly alligator attack under investigation in Sun City: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/08/15/deadly-alligator-attack-under-investigation-sun-city/ - Savannah mayor says gun crime should be city's top priority: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/08/17/savannah-mayor-says-gun-crime-should-be-citys-top-priority/ - Allstate files 25% rate increase on Georgia policyholders: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/08/16/allstate-files-25-percent-rate-increase-ga-policyholders/ - WTOC The End Z...2022-08-1910 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap: Men convicted in Arbery killing receive federal sentences; Back to school for Georgia Southern studentsWTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. In this episode: - Men convicted for murdering Arbery are sentenced on federal hate crimes charges: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/08/08/mcmichaels-bryan-sentenced-federal-hate-crimes-arbery-murder/ - Savannah Mall sold for more than $8 million: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/08/10/savannah-mall-sold-over-8-million/ - Mother of woman killed in Hinesville murder-suicide remembers her daughter: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/08/08/remember-her-smile-mother-woman-who-was-killed-hinesville-murder-suicide-speaks-out/ - Classes begin for Fall 2022 at Georgia Southern University: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/08/10/2022-fall-classes-begin-campuses-georgia-southern-university/ 2022-08-1209 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap: SPD joint op nets 26 arrests, Back to School across areaWTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. In this episode: - Savannah Police net 26 arrests in crime reduction operation: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/08/02/savannah-police-makes-26-arrests-two-day-operation/ - Interim SPD Chief discusses priorities and plans for department: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/08/02/interim-savannah-police-chief-lenny-gunther-discusses-priorities-plans-his-term/ - School zone speed cameras back in session in Chatham County: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/08/02/slow-it-down-school-zone-speed-cameras-back-session/ - WTOC Back 2 School page: https://www.wtoc.com/back2school/ - Tax helpers unsure on how GA...2022-08-0508 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap: Hinesville murder-suicide, Final days in office for Sav. PD ChiefWTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. In this episode: - Wife, husband dead after apparent murder-suicide in Hinesville: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/07/28/hinesville-business-closes-after-apparent-murder-suicide/ - Gun violence patients at Memorial on pace to set record: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/07/28/gun-violence-patients-memorial-health-pace-set-record/ - WTOC exclusive interview with Savannah PD Chief Roy Minter in final days on job: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/07/27/interview-savannah-police-chiefs-last-week-job-before-focusing-us-marshals-nomination/ - Three year old dead, mother burned after Effingham Co. house fire: https://www.wtoc.co...2022-07-2908 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap: Murdaugh pleads not guilty to murder charges, Savannah murder-suicideWTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. In this episode: - Alex Murdaugh pleads not guilty to murder of wife, son: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/07/20/watch-live-alex-murdaugh-bond-hearing-murder-charges-killing-wife-son/ - WTOC Murdaugh Case page: https://www.wtoc.com/news/lowcountry/murdaugh-case/ - Two veterans, former Nine Line employees ID'ed in murder-suicide investigation: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/07/19/2-veterans-former-nine-line-employees-identified-murder-suicide-investigation/ - Mayor Johnson responds to calls for his resignation following shooting by SPD officer: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/07/21/mayor-johnson-responds-calls-his-resignation-following-shooting-by-an-spd-officer/ ...2022-07-2211 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap: Alex Murdaugh indicted on murder charges, Tormenta FC player killed in hit and runWTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week’s biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. In this episode: Alex Murdaugh indicted on two counts of murder in deaths of wife, son: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/07/14/colleton-county-grand-jury-meets-speculation-centers-murdaugh-charges/ WTOC Murdaugh Case Page: https://www.wtoc.com/news/lowcountry/murdaugh-case/ Tormenta FC player killed in hit and run in Statesboro: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/07/12/tormenta-team-travels-first-game-without-teammate-killed-hit-and-run/ Beaufort businesses ready for Water Festival’s impact: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/07/13/beaufort-businesses-ready-water-festivals-impact/ 2022-07-1510 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap: Savannah Mayor aiming to shine light on crime; Islands Expressway bridge project reaches another milestoneWTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. In this episode: - Two teens charged in shooting in Savannah: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/07/03/two-teens-injured-overnight-shooting-savannah/ - City of Savannah using flood lights to deter crime near City Market: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/07/06/city-savannah-using-flood-lights-help-deter-crime-near-city-market/ - New Islands Expressway bridge opening: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/07/06/new-islands-expressway-bridge-opening-lane-shift-planned-thursday-night/ - 10,000 new homes set to be built in Richmond Hill development: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/07/05/10000-new-homes-set-be-built-along-great-ogeechee-pkwy/ - Hinesville gas station sells...2022-07-0809 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap: Family asks for transparency in Savannah OIS; New info on FBI-raided Hinesville churchWTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week’s biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. In this week’s episode: Community members ask for transparency, accountability after man killed by Savannah officer: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/06/29/community-members-ask-transparency-accountability-after-man-killed-by-savannah-officer/ Savannah Police Chief Roy Minter stepping down in July: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/06/30/savannah-police-department-chief-stepping-down-focus-us-marshal-nomination/ FBI investigating other churches after Hinesville raid: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/06/29/fbi-investigating-other-churches-after-hinesville-raid/ PGA Tour event returning to Lowcountry, Congaree: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/06/29/pga-tour-tournament-coming-ridgeland-golf-club/ Your 2022 guide to celebrating Independence Day in the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry: https://www.wtoc...2022-07-0108 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap: FBI raids Hinesville church, Fire burns on St. Catherine's IslandWTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week’s biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. In this week’s episode: FBI raids Hinesville church: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/06/23/fbi-raid-hinesville-church-connected-search-another-ga-church/ Georgia Forestry crews work to contain fire on St. Catherine’s Island: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/06/22/nature-tends-survive-crews-work-contain-st-catherines-island-fire/ Trade Center Landing collapse won’t impact Georgia Municipal Association convention: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/06/23/hutchinson-island-deck-collapse-wont-impact-georgia-municipal-association-convention/ 2022-06-2409 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap: SC General Election Races set; One teen dead, another injured in Metter shootingWTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. In this episode: - South Carolina 2022 primary election results: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/06/14/link-south-carolina-primary-election-results/ - Savannah Police investigating Pooler shooting that left one man injured: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/06/14/spd-investigates-benton-blvd-shooting/ - Teenager killed, another injured in Metter shooting: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/06/15/adult-teenager-injured-shooting-metter/ - Cargo ship dislodged after running aground on Savannah River: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/06/15/cargo-ship-runs-aground-savannah-river-no-injuries-reported/ - Oppressive heat blankets area with more expected...2022-06-1709 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap: GBI investigates shooting death of off-duty correctional officer, WTOC wants you to be hurricane readyWTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. In this episode: - Off-duty correctional officer killed, GBI investigating: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/06/04/gbi-investigating-saturday-morning-homicide-guyton/ - DA won't pursue charges on Savannah PD officer involved in deadly 2021 shooting: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/06/08/family-friends-react-das-decision-not-charge-savannah-officer-fatal-shooting/ - Reward offered for info on Savannah arson cold case: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/06/08/reward-offered-information-savannah-arson-cold-case/ - Chatham Co. officers will soon help Marine Patrol during busy season: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/06/07/chatham-co-marine-patrol-encouraging-boater-safety-this-summer/ ...2022-06-1009 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap: Deadly boat crash over Memorial Day weekend, GA Southern set for historic baseball weekendWTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. In this episode: - Five people dead in two boat crash on Wilmington River over Memorial Day weekend: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/05/28/crews-respond-boat-incident-wilmington-river/ - Avian Influenza found in Toombs County: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/06/02/avian-influenza-found-toombs-county/ - Early voting gets underway for SC Primary: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/05/31/early-voting-starts-tuesday-sc/ - GA Southern to host NCAA Regional for first time: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/06/02/georgia-southern-eagles-baseball-team-prepares-ncaa-baseball-regional/ 2022-06-0309 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap: Hyundai plant to Bryan Co., Uvalde, TX school shootingWTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. In this week's episode: - Hyundai to build electric vehicle manufacturing plant in Bryan County: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/05/20/hyundai-motor-group-invest-554-billion-electric-vehicle-battery-manufacturing-facility-bryan-county/ - Kia plant in West Point, GA transforms the region: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/05/20/kia-plant-georgia-transforms-region/ - Gunman kills 19 children in Texas school rampage: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/05/24/texas-school-district-locked-down-amid-reports-shooter/ - Rifle found on gunman manufactured by Daniel Defense: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/05/25/rifle-found-gunman-after-mass-shooting-texas-elementary-school-manufactured-by-savannah-business/ - Gov. Kemp...2022-05-2710 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap: Gov. Kemp to make economic announcement, Family & friends grieve teen killed in shootingWTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the biggest news stories of the week from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. In this episode: -Gov. Kemp to hold economic announcement in Bryan County on Friday: https://www.wtoc.com/livestream/ - Family, friends remember teen killed in Yamacraw Village shooting; reward offered for info: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/05/17/spd-offers-5000-reward-yamacraw-village-shooting-that-claimed-15-year-olds-life/ - Delaware St. University files DOJ complaint against Liberty Co. Sheriff's Office: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/05/18/delaware-state-university-files-complaint-us-dept-justice-after-bus-search/ - Tybee Island considers change to STVR ordinance: h...2022-05-2010 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap: Liberty Co. bus stop and search criticized, Savannah mayor wants gun violence to be top priorityWTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. In this episode: - Liberty Co. deputies' stop and search of Delaware St. women's lacrosse team bus: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/05/11/delaware-attorney-general-asks-federal-investigation-after-lacrosse-team-bus-stop-search/ - New electric vehicle manufacturing plant coming to GA?: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/05/12/sources-hyundai-set-7b-georgia-plant-during-biden-visit/ - Savannah Mayor asking local, federal prosecutors to make gun violence cases a top priority: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/05/10/savannah-mayor-asking-local-federal-prosecutors-make-gun-violence-cases-top-priority/ - K9 Rio retires from Statesboro PD: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/05/11...2022-05-1308 minWTOC NewsWeekly wrap: Roe v. Wade protest in Savannah, AG details case against former Brunswick DAWTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week’s biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. In this episode: Roe v. Wade protests happen in Savannah, nationwide: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/05/04/were-trying-preserve-right-that-every-woman-should-have-nationwide-roe-v-wade-protests-continue-savannah/ Alex Murdaugh, two others indicted on additional charges: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/05/04/alex-murdaugh-2-others-indicted-additional-charges/ Murdaugh Case: https://www.wtoc.com/news/lowcountry/murdaugh-case/ AG prosecutors detail case against former Brunswick DA: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/05/05/ag-prosecutors-detail-their-case-against-former-brunswick-da/ Savannah Ghost Pirates schedule for inaugural season released: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/05/05/savannah-ghost-pirates-announce-their-2022-2023-schedule/ 2022-05-0610 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap: Another violent weekend in Savannah, Kiah House saved by Historic SavannahWTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. In this episode: - Savannah Mayor discusses recent gun violence: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/04/26/savannah-mayor-van-johnson-discusses-recent-gun-violence/ - Police ID victim killed on Bay Street Sunday as European visitor: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/04/27/police-identify-man-killed-bay-street-sunday/ - Neighbors react to Historic Savannah closing on Virginia Jackson Kiah House: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/04/27/happy-beyond-belief-neighbors-react-historic-savannah-closing-virginia-jackson-kiah-house/ - Baby formula shortage affecting parents, pediatricians: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/04/26/baby-formula-shortage-affecting-parents-savannah-pediatricians/ - Black Creek golf course...2022-04-2908 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap: Rock 'n' Roll Marathon not happening in '22, Liakakis laid to restWTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the biggest stories of the week from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. In this episode: - Rock 'n' Roll Marathon not happening in 2022: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/04/21/tourism-leader-calls-loss-rock-n-roll-marathon-devastating/ - Suspect identified after hours-long standoff in Garden City: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/04/21/tourism-leader-calls-loss-rock-n-roll-marathon-devastating/ - Some Georgia cities relax marijuana penalties: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/04/20/some-georgia-cities-relax-marijuana-penalties/ - Funeral service for community leader Pete Liakakis: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/04/20/live-funeral-service-community-leader-pete-liakakis/ 2022-04-2211 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap: GA's Constitutional Carry bill passed into law, RBC Heritage returns to HHIWTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. In this week's episode: - Georgia's Constitutional Carry bill passed into law: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/04/13/what-does-constitutional-carry-mean-law-abiding-citizens/ - Police identify man involved in officer-involved shooting in Savannah: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/04/10/1-person-injured-after-officer-involved-shooting-savannah/ - Ellabell survives deadly tornado inside safe room: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/04/14/ellabell-family-survives-deadly-tornado-inside-safe-room/ - RBC Heritage returns with full fans: https://www.wtoc.com/sports/golf/ 2022-04-1509 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap: 3rd ID soldier dies after helicopter incident, Suspect charged with kidnapping AZ girl arrested in Beaufort Co.WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. In this week's episode: -3rd ID soldier killed in helicopter crash at Wright Army Airfield identified: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/03/30/3rd-id-soldier-killed-helicopter-incident-wright-army-airfield/ -Marine Corps unit based in Beaufort to be deployed to eastern Europe: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/03/31/marine-corps-unit-stationed-beaufort-being-deployed-europe/ -Suspect charged with kidnapping Arizona girl arrested in Beaufort County: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/03/30/suspect-charged-with-kidnapping-arizona-girl-arrested-beaufort-co/ -Suspect in Savannah officer-involved shooting dies: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/03/31/suspect-savannah-officer-involved-shooting-dies/ -Ottawa F...2022-04-0109 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap: Crews work through week on woodpile fire, Savannah PD say St. Patrick's arrests were downWTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. In this episode: - Fire crews work through week to put out large woodpile fire: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/03/23/roads-closed-fire-crews-will-work-through-night-put-out-woodpile/ - Savannah PD release arrest numbers, alcohol citations from St. Patrick's Day celebrations: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/03/22/police-release-arrest-numbers-alcohol-citations-st-patricks-day-celebrations/ - Two suspects arrested after woman shot, baby kidnapped: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/03/22/two-suspects-arrested-after-woman-shot-baby-kidnapped/ - Memorial Health reports zero COVID cases at hospital for first time in more than two y...2022-03-2507 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap: St. Patrick's Day returns to Savannah in full forceThe city of Savannah hosts the first St. Patrick's Day Parade since 2019 and thousands of people joined in the celebration. WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace has a recap in this St. Patrick's Day edition of the WTOC Weekly Wrap Podcast. For more on St. Patrick's Day, click this link: https://www.wtoc.com/community/season-of-st-patrick/ Watch the St. Patrick's Day Parade: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/03/17/live-2022-st-patricks-day-savannah/ Watch the St. Patrick's Day Mass at the Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Baptist: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/03/17/watch-2022-st-patricks-day-mass-cathedral-basilica-st-john-baptist/ 2022-03-1805 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap: Savannah River dredging complete, wildfire burns in BloomingdaleWTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week’s biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. In this episode: Savannah River dredging project complete: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/03/10/savannah-river-dredging-project-complete/ Wildfire burns through hundreds of acres in Bloomingdale: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/03/08/wildfire-bloomingdale-still-has-hot-spots/ Rep. says state won’t introduce bill to dissolve Port Wentworth yet: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/03/10/rep-ron-stephens-confirms-state-wont-introduce-bill-dissolve-port-wentworth-yet/ Port Wentworth plan to add warehouses caught in legal limbo: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/03/10/port-wentworth-plan-add-warehouses-caught-legal-limbo/ Consumers adjusting driving habits due to rising gas prices: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/03/07/consumers-adjusting-driving-habits-due-rising-gas-prices/ Truckers concerned with...2022-03-1110 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap: Ft. Stewart troops deploy to Europe, Family still seeks missing Rincon womanDigital anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. In this episode: - More 3rd ID soldiers deploy to Germany to support NATO allies: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/03/02/more-3rd-id-soldiers-deploy-germany-support-nato-allies/ - Two decades later, family seeks answers in missing Rincon woman case: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/02/28/20-years-since-rincon-woman-disappeared/ - Fire destroys Jasper County adult entertainment club: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/03/01/fire-destroys-club-karma-shuts-down-traffic-hours/ - Pilot, co-pilot ok after military plane crashes in Beaufort County: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/03/03/pilot-co-pilot-ok-after-military-plane-crash-beaufort-county/ ...2022-03-0411 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap: Leaders react to Russian invasion on Ukraine, guilty verdicts in federal hate crimes trialWTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. In this week's episode: - Leaders react to Russian attack on Ukraine: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/02/24/ukrainian-leader-pleads-help-fending-off-russian-attack/ - Ft. Stewart soldiers among troops being deployed to Europe: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/02/24/soldiers-stationed-fort-stewart-among-troops-being-deployed-europe/ - Savannah woman worried about family in Ukraine: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/02/24/savannah-resident-worried-about-family-ukraine/ - Three men found guilty of hate crimes in Arbery killing: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/02/22/3-men-found-guilty-hate-crimes-killing-ahmaud-arbery/ - Four people injured in o...2022-02-2510 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap: Federal hate crimes trial begins in Brunswick, Human remains found in Evans Co.WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. In this episode: - Federal hate crimes trial for men convicted of killing Arbery: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/02/16/prosecutors-show-messages-that-contain-racist-language-reportedly-sent-by-3-convicted-arbery-killing/ - Ahmaud Arbery Case trial: https://www.wtoc.com/news/ahmaud-arbery-case/ - Savannah PD investigating shooting on Truman Parkway and Anderson St.: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/02/16/police-investigating-shooting-truman-parkway-near-anderson-street/ - Skeletal remains found in Evans County: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/02/15/skeletal-remains-found-near-daisy-ga/ - Family, weightlifting community remembers Savannah 2x...2022-02-1808 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap: SPD saves drowning woman, jury selection begins in McMichael, Bryan federal trialWTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. In this week's episode: - Savannah Police save drowning woman who jumped from bridge: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/02/10/savannah-officers-help-rescue-drowning-woman-who-jumped-bridge/ - Jury selection begins in federal hate crimes trial for McMichael, Bryan: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/02/07/jury-selection-begins-federal-hate-crimes-trial-3-men-convicted-arberys-death/ - Ahmaud Arbery Case Page: https://www.wtoc.com/news/ahmaud-arbery-case/ - Victim shot protecting home during burglary recounts experience: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/02/08/my-wife-i-have-both-had-nightmares-victim-shot-home-burglary-recounts-that-night/ - Savannah father aims to run into the...2022-02-1110 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap: Federal judge rejects plea deal for two men convicted in Arbery's death, Enmarket Arena set to openWTOC Digital Anchor gives you a recap of the week’s biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. In this episode: Federal judge rejects plea deal for two men convicted in Arbery’s death: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/01/31/federal-judge-rejects-plea-deal-travis-mcmichael/ Ahmaud Arbery Case page: https://www.wtoc.com/news/ahmaud-arbery-case/ Woman claims attack started after defending server from racial slurs: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/02/02/woman-claims-attack-started-after-defending-server-racial-slurs/ Enmarket Arena opening with Community Day this weekend: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/02/01/community-day-this-saturday-celebrate-opening-enmarket-arena/ USS Savannah set to be commissioned: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/02/03/tour-inside-savannahs-namesake-ship/ Toll booths being removed from Cross Islan...2022-02-0411 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap: Possible changes to St. Patrick's Day, Family of teen killed at party asking for answersWTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week’s biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. In this episode: City proposes changes to St. Patrick’s Day festivities: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/01/27/city-savannah-release-more-details-about-changes-st-patricks-day-festivities/ Family of teen killed at house party asking community to come forward with information: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/01/25/family-teen-killed-house-party-asks-community-come-forward-with-information/ Coldest air of the season filters in this weekend: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/01/27/first-alert-coldest-air-season-filters-this-weekend/ Georgia Dept. of Corrections closing Georgia State Prison in Reidsville: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/01/21/ga-department-corrections-closing-ga-state-prison-reidsville/ WTOC legend Doug Weathers inducted in Georgia Association of Broa...2022-01-2810 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap: Savannah St. Patrick's Day Parade still on, Winter weather on the wayWTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week’s biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. In this episode: Savannah St. Patrick’s Day Parade still on for now: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/01/18/savannah-mayor-says-st-patricks-day-parade-still/ Man who shot and killed Arbery requests new trial: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/01/17/travis-mcmichael-files-motion-new-trial/ McMichael, Bryan murder trial cost Glynn County just over $1 million: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/01/19/mcmichaels-bryan-murder-trial-cost-glynn-county-just-over-1-million/ Freezing rain and ice possible over weekend in WTOC viewing area: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/01/19/first-alert-cold-rain-risk-freezing-rain-ice-are-forecast/ GDOT preparing for winter weather threat: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/01/19/ga-d...2022-01-2109 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap: Enmarket Arena opening postponed, Dawgs win national titleWTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. In this episode: - Enmarket Arena opening postponed: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/01/11/enmarket-arena-opening-postponed-february/ - Several area school systems make changes due to COVID-19: https://www.wtoc.com/news/education/ - Suspect arrested in connection to death of mother, daughter in Arizona: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/01/07/search-continues-suspect-after-mother-daughter-killed-vidalia/ - Sunday is a First Alert Weather Day: https://www.wtoc.com/weather/ - Georgia Bulldogs win national title, 1st...2022-01-1412 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap: Savannah mayor talks public events, sentencing set for men convicted in Arbery deathWTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcounty. In this episode: - Savannah mayor weighs in on public events, including St. Patrick's Day Parade: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/01/04/savannah-mayor-discusses-future-event-plans-covid-cases-rise/ - Savannah chosen to host Navy Week: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/01/05/savannah-chosen-host-navy-week/ - Three men convicted in Arbery killing to be sentenced Friday: https://www.wtoc.com/2022/01/07/sentencing-friday-3-men-convicted-arbery-death/ - EF-1 tornado confirmed in Jeff Davis County: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/12/31/national-weather-service-confirms-ef-1-tornado-touched-down-jeff-davis-county/ - Vidalia Fire Station damaged during severe w...2022-01-0708 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap: Jasper Co. child dead in possible drive-by, area health leaders react to rising COVID numbersWTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. In this episode: - Child dead after possible drive-by shooting in Jasper County: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/12/29/5-year-old-killed-possible-drive-by-shooting-jasper-county/ - GBI: Armed robbery suspect pointed gun at officers before being shot: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/12/28/gbi-investigating-officer-involved-shooting-600-block-mlk-blvd/ - COVID cases rising, but fewer hospitalizations in Chatham County: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/12/30/more-cases-fewer-hospitalizations-expected-with-omicron-variant/ - Savannah Police discuss New Year's Eve safety: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/12/29/savannah-police-department-discusses-new-years-eve-safety/ - WTOC Holiday HQ: https://www.wtoc...2021-12-3109 min
WTOC NewsWeekly Wrap: Sentencing date set for men convicted of killing Arbery; suspect arrested for Savannah arsonsArrest made in downtown Savannah arson investigations, according to Savannah Fire --- https://www.wtoc.com/2021/12/13/arrest-made-downtown-savannah-arson-investigations-according-savannah-fire/ Police investigating sidewalk chalk vandalisms in Savannah neighborhood --- https://www.wtoc.com/2021/12/15/police-investigating-sidewalk-chalk-vandalisms-savannah-neighborhood/ Jan. 7 sentencing set for men convicted in Arbery killing --- https://www.wtoc.com/2021/12/14/jan-7-sentencing-set-men-convicted-arbery-killing/ Doug Weathers will be inducted into Georgia Association of Broadcasters Hall of Fame --- https://www.wtoc.com/2021/12/15/doug-weathers-will-be-inducted-into-georgia-association-broadcasters-hall-fame/2021-12-1706 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap: Soldier charged in deadly hit and run, historic church building torn downWTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week’s biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. In this week’s episode: Soldier arrested in deadly hit and run crash in downtown Savannah: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/12/06/gsp-looking-vehicle-involved-hit-and-run-that-killed-1-seriously-injured-another-downtown-savannah/ Historic Savannah church with ties to civil rights movement demolished: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/12/08/historic-savannah-church-with-ties-civil-rights-movement-demolished/ Former boyfriend of Mallory Beach files lawsuit against Alex Murdaugh: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/12/08/former-boyfriend-mallory-beach-files-lawsuit-against-alex-murdaugh/ Southeast Bulloch claims GHSA state flag football title: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/12/09/southeast-bulloch-claims-state-flag-football-title/ Friends, family continue to donate to Toys for Tots in h...2021-12-1009 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap: SFD investigating downtown fires, health leaders react to Omicron variantWTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. In this week's episode: - Savannah Fire seeking person suspected of setting three downtown fires: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/12/02/savannah-fire-investigating-string-downtown-fires-overnight/ - Federal judge blocks vaccine mandate for healthcare workers: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/11/30/federal-judge-blocks-vaccine-mandate-health-care-workers/ - Area health leaders urge vaccination as Omicron variant causes concern: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/11/29/doctors-urging-covid-vaccine-new-variant-causes-concern/ - #1 Dawgs look to add SEC Title to dominant 2021 run: https://www.wtoc.com/sports/ 2021-12-0307 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap: Three men found guilty in Arbery murder, Thanksgiving travelWTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. In this episode: - All three men found guilty of felony murder in the death of Ahmaud Arbery: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/11/24/verdict-announced-trial-3-men-accused-killing-ahmaud-arbery/ - WTOC Coverage of Ahmaud Arbery case: https://www.wtoc.com/news/ahmaud-arbery-case/ - Thanksgiving travel ramps up in southeast Georgia, Lowcountry: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/11/23/ga-sc-troopers-will-be-roads-travel-roars-back-with-holiday/ 2021-11-2607 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap: Prosecution & defense rest in McMichael, Bryan trial, major port project gets underway, Costco opens in PoolerWTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. In this episode: - Prosecution, defense rest in trial for men charged in Arbery killing: https://www.wtoc.com/news/ahmaud-arbery-case/ - New rail system part of plans to alleviate port congestion: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/11/12/new-rail-system-part-plans-alleviate-backlog-savannah-port/ - Costco opens in Pooler: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/11/18/costco-celebrates-grand-opening-pooler/ - WTOC launches annual Toys for Tots campaign: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/11/18/wtoc-launch-annual-toys-tots-campaign/ 2021-11-1909 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap: Testimony continues in Arbery murder trial, Savannah hosts Veterans Day parade, wild pigs wreaking havoc on Chatham Co. neighborhoodWTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. In this week's episode: - Testimony continues in trial for three men charged with murder of Ahmaud Arbery: https://www.wtoc.com/news/ahmaud-arbery-case/ - Savannah hosts Veterans Day parade: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/11/11/veterans-day-parade-returns-savannah/ - Wild pigs wreaking havoc on Chatham County neighborhood: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/11/08/wild-pigs-wreaking-havoc-chatham-county-neighborhood/ - The Final Lap at Oglethorpe Speedway: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/11/01/wtoc-plus-final-lap-oglethorpe-speedway-park/2021-11-1209 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap: Opening statements begin in Arbery trial; Braves win the World SeriesWTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week’s biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. In this episode: Opening statements set to begin Friday in Arbery murder trial: https://www.wtoc.com/news/ahmaud-arbery-case/ Former Savannah Mayor Jackson wins special election for State House 165th District seat: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/11/03/former-savannah-mayor-lead-state-house-165th-district-seat/ Elections Center: https://www.wtoc.com/politics/elections/ Runners, Savannah businesses excited for return of Rock N’ Roll Marathon: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/11/04/savannah-businesses-hopeful-rock-n-roll-marathon-has-positive-impact-revenue/ Braves win first World Series since 1995: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/11/03/atlanta-braves-win-world-series-after-game-6-victory-over-houston-astros/ 2021-11-0507 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap: Pin Point home explosion, Arbery trial jury selection continues, Introducing the Savannah Ghost PiratesWTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week’s biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. In this episode: Pinpoint home explosion and fire leaves three injured, neighbors questioning Chatham County 911 response: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/10/26/county-manager-feels-call-center-acted-timely-manner-after-witnesses-claim-late-response-home-explosion/ Jury selection continues for second week in Arbery murder trial: https://www.wtoc.com/news/ahmaud-arbery-case/ Final section of Golden Ray removed from St. Simons Sound: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/10/26/live-news-conference-last-piece-golden-ray-is-removed/ GHOST PIRATES: Savannah’s hockey team has its name: https://www.wtoc.com/sports/savannah-ghost-pirates/ 2021-10-2909 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap: Jury selection begins in Arbery killing trial, Bond denied for MurdaughWTOC Digital Anchor gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. In this episode: - Jury selection begins in trial for three men charged with Arbery killing: https://www.wtoc.com/news/ahmaud-arbery-case/ - Bond denied for Murdaugh: https://www.wtoc.com/news/lowcountry/murdaugh-case/ - One dead, one charged in Forsyth Park shooting: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/10/21/suspect-arrested-deadly-shooting-forsyth-park/ -SCAD Film Festival returns in-person this weekend: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/10/04/24th-annual-scad-savannah-film-festival-schedule-announced/2021-10-2208 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap: More charges for Murdaugh; soccer complex shootingWTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week’s biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. In this episode: Alex Murdaugh facing charges in connection to misappropriated funds in housekeeper’s wrongful death settlement: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/10/14/alex-murdaugh-charged-connection-with-misappropriated-funds-housekeepers-death-settlement/ Deadly shooting at Savannah athletic complex: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/10/13/parents-concerned-after-shooting-athletic-complex-with-children-playing-nearby/ Savannah allowing permits for large, outdoor events, clears way for Rock N’ Roll Marathon: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/10/13/savannah-mayor-provide-update-upcoming-event-permits/ Jasper, Hampton Co. Schools requiring masks: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/10/12/jasper-co-school-board-votes-require-masks-school/ WTOC Community Page: https://www.wtoc.com/community/ 2021-10-1509 minWTOC NewsWeekly Wrap: Savannah surgeon expected to face charges, Jasper Co. trash pile updateWTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week’s biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. In this episode: Savannah surgeon accused of sending explicit messages to undercover cop posing as minor: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/10/05/savannah-surgeon-accused-sending-explicit-messages-undercover-cop-posing-minor/ Lawsuit over payment of Jasper Co. trash pile cleanup going to bench trial: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/10/04/lawsuit-over-payment-jasper-co-trash-pile-cleanup-going-bench-trial/ Longtime popular Savannah radio personality dies from COVID complications: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/10/07/popular-savannah-radio-personality-passes-away-covid-19/ Effingham Co. Schools employee breaking barriers, inspiring others: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/10/04/new-south-effingham-elementary-employee-breaking-barriers-making-history/ 2021-10-0807 min
WTOC SportsTime for state championship basketballThe GHSA state basketball championships tip off this week in Macon and southeast Georgia will see a few teams try to bring home titles Thursday. WTOC Sports Director takes a look at the Beach Bulldog girls as they seek a 2nd state title in four years, and the Swainsboro Tiger boys as they try to close out a dominant season with a championship. Plus, Jake is joined by Beach interim head coach Matthew Hawthorne for more on his team and Kyle Sandy of SandysSpiel.com for more insight on both of Thursday’s title tilts.2020-03-0324 min
WTOC SportsGHSA state basketball tournament tips off Valentine's DayThe GHSA state basketball tournament tips off on Valentine’s Day, and the latest edition of the WTOC Sports podcast is here to get you ready for the madness. Sports director Jake Wallace takes a look at southeast Georgia’s title contenders with some of the top high school basketball analysts in Georgia. Justin Young of HoopSeen joins to discuss the boys’ brackets and Kyle Sandy of Sandy’s Spiel talks the girls’ side of things.2020-02-1325 min
WTOC SportsFirst Friday night of the fallWTOC Sports Director Jake Wallace and Sports Anchor/Reporter Lyndsey Gough discuss some of Friday night's biggest games in the area. The pod includes an interview with Metter head coach Rodney Garvin before the Tigers' region opener at Toombs County. Plus, Jake and Lyndsey recap a full Thursday night slate in Savannah.2019-09-2813 min
WTOC SportsUGA vs. Notre Dame game specialWTOC Jake Wallace discusses the showdown in Athens with CBS College Football analyst Brian Jones and Dayne Young of UGASports.com.2019-09-2120 min
WTOC Sports"Cooler" weather for a packed Friday night of footballWTOC Sports Director Jake Wallace breaks down Friday night's action across the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. Including, the game of the week: New Hampstead v Richmond Hill. 2019-09-2105 min
WTOC SportsHigh expectations again for the Bulldogs Sports Director Jake Wallace and Digital Executive Producer Clinton Hinely wax poetically about another exciting season for the Dawgs. Is this the year that UGA crosses the final hurdle and brings home a national championship? Is Kirby Smart an elite collegiate-level coach? Also, don’t forget to tune in to the UGA Preview Show this Saturday at 7:30 p.m. on WTOC. 2019-08-1915 min
WTOC SportsWill 2019 be good to great for the Georgia Southern Eagles? Sports Director Jake Wallace and Sports Reporter Lyndsey Gough look ahead to the 2019 football season for the Georgia Southern Eagles. After finishing last season with 10 wins and a bowl game victory, will the Eagles be able to take the next step in 2019 and compete for a Sun Belt Conference championship? GS starts the year with a tough game on the road at LSU on Aug. 31. Also, tune in Saturday night at 7:30 p.m. for the Georgia Southern Eagles Preview Show on WTOC. 2019-08-1610 min
WTOC The End ZoneThe End Zone EP3 - Interview with New Hampstead HC Michael MooreKen Griner and Jake Wallace take a look ahead at the week one of high school football in the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. They also discuss last week's Erk Russell Classic. Jake interviews New Hampstead's head coach, Michael Moore, whose team scored a big win over Jenkins in week zero (3:35). Then he and Ken preview Friday's games as well as the first episode of the End Zone on WTOC. (9:56) Finally, they discuss Urban Myer (spoiler: they're none too pleased) (14:40).2018-08-2328 min