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Geminid meteor shower approaches peak 2025 activity. See past photos
Geminid meteor shower approaches peak 2025 activity. See past photos Dec. 9, 2025, 11:04 a.m. ET This photo taken late Dec. 14, 2018 with a long time exposure shows a meteor streaking through the night sky over Myanmar during the Geminid meteor shower seen from Wundwin township near Mandalay city. Ye Aung Thu/AFP Via Getty Images A Geminid meteor streaks Dec. 14, 2018 above one of the peaks of the Seven Sisters rock formation early in the Valley of Fire State Park in Nevada.
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Tammy Stone becomes fifth challenger to incumbent in Savannah Council District 3 race
Tammy Stone, owner of Xscape Hair Studio, has announced she’ll be running for Savannah City Council District 3 in November. Stone says she hopes to make the most of her coming retirement from running her business by dedicating her time to Savannah City Council, hoping to be a community resource for residents and entrepreneurs like herself. The seat is currently held by Alderwoman Linda Wilder-Bryan, and is the most populated race in council’s November selection.
Savannah Council District 3 candidates have run-ins with police. Here's what to know.
In the Savannah City Council District 3 election race, two candidates have previous charges from Savannah Police, according to records acquired by Savannah Morning News. An open records request for Savannah police narrative reports involving each of the four District 3 candidates revealed these arrests and other incidents of note.
Larry "Gator" Rivers, Former Harlem Globetrotter and Chatham County Commissioner died Saturday morning
SAVANNAH, Georgia -- Former Harlem Globetrotter and Chatham County Commission District 2 Commissioner Larry "Gator" Rivers died Saturday morning, according to Chatham County Chairman Chester Ellis. Ellis, reached by phone Saturday, said he was spending time with Rivers' family. Ellis confirmed Rivers had been battling cancer, which he said was the cause of Rivers' death and the reason for his recent absences from county commission meetings.
Savannah State cuts staff, freezes open positions, forecasts additional reductions to come
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Ghost Pirates’ Port Wentworth facility will include public rinks, youth hockey leagues
The City of Port Wentworth threw a welcoming party for the Savannah Ghost Pirates on Tuesday at city hall, complete with a Groves High School Marching band performance, bounce castles and refreshments. Port Wentworth will be home to the Ghost Pirates’ $25 million training facility, set to be complete in 2025. The rink will be built within the confines of Port Wentworth’s new 150 acre recreation facility, located at the corner of Monteith Road and Interstate 95.
Antwan Lang announces run for Savannah City Council At-Large Post 1
Former Chatham County Elections Board Member Antwan Lang will run for Savannah City Council's At-Large Post 1 seat in this November's municipal election. The seat will be the lone vacant council post on the ballot. The current officeholder, Alderwoman Kesha Gibson-Carter, is running for mayor. As of April 6, no other candidates have formally announced bids for the seat. At-large council members are elected by citywide vote.
Motivational speaker Malik Jones announces run for Savannah City Council District 3
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Alicia Miller Blakely running for re-election to Savannah Council At-Large Post 2
Blakely was first elected in 2019, defeating Tony Center in a race for an open post. Blakely received the most votes out of any citywide post in that election, with 13,642 total votes cast. Blakely is the first Black woman to hold Savannah's At-Large Post 2 seat. She currently has one challenger for the 2023 election in longtime educator Pat Rossiter. Background Blakely was born in Philadelphia but moved to Savannah at age 1.
Linda Wilder Bryan announces re-election bid for Savannah Council District 3
Current Savannah City Council District 3 Alderwoman Linda Wilder Bryan has announced she will be pursuing re-election to her current seat. Wilder Bryan is currently in her first term as the District 3 representative, after defeating longtime incumbent John Hall in a tight race in 2019. This year, she has two challengers. Background Wilder Bryan is a local community activist and a retired environmental health and safety coordinator for Interfor US Inc.
Nick Palumbo announces run for re-election to 4th District Savannah City Council Seat
Savannah's 4th District Alderman Nick Palumbo has announced he'll be seeking re-election in this year's municipal election. Palumbo, first elected in 2019, has yet to draw a challenger. He ran unopposed in 2019. Background Palumbo was born and raised in New Orleans and raised in lower Alabama.
Alderwoman Bernetta Lanier to seek re-election for Savannah Council District 1 seat
Sitting Savannah City Council 1st District Alderwoman Bernetta Lanier says she will be running for re-election to her current seat in November's municipal election. Background Lanier has held several jobs, including 14 years in local government, owning and operating a marketing and management company in the small business sector, and serving as a longshorewoman in the International Longshoreman Association Local 1414 union.
UFC star Conor McGregor donates $100K to Savannah Fire
UFC star and recent Savannah St. Patrick’s Day Parade attendee Conor McGregor has included Savannah Fire in his philanthropic endeavors, donating $100,000 to the department for new protective gear.
Clinton Cowart, former Georgia House candidate, to run for Savannah Council District 3
Clinton Cowart has announced he'll be pursuing another elected position this year, this time for Savannah City Council's District 3 post. In 2021, Cowart mounted an unsuccessful run to fill the rest of the late Rep. Mickey Stephens' term in the Georgia House. He was defeated by former Savannah Mayor Edna Jackson. Cowart ran as a Libertarian. Cowart is vying for the seat held by Linda Wilder-Bryan, who is expected to launch a re-election campaign this week.
Savannah mayor aboard train involved in fatal crash with car near Charleston
Savannah Mayor Van Johnson sat inside a train car on the Amtrak Palmetto train Wednesday evening around 8 p.m., working on his laptop as his fellow passengers snoozed. The train left the Charleston station, headed towards Savannah, making its way towards the Charleston County line at about 80 mph. About 20 minutes later, Johnson felt a bump in the train car. Then, the smell of burning rubber. "We passed a train crossing, and kind of surmised that we hit something," Johnson said.
Impact fees are a 'blunt instrument.' Developers, city leaders debate pros and cons
With Savannah on the leading edge of a projected real estate development boom, City Council is poised to adopt an impact fee ordinance that would affect all future new construction within the city limits. The move is meant to establish a revenue stream to fund the costs of infrastructure and services in fast-developing pockets of Savannah and lessen that burden on taxpayers. The impact fee would be levied against developers and homebuilders, much like a building permit.
Savannah City Council election 2023: Who is running for mayor, council this year?
All nine seats on Savannah City Council are up for election this year. Three candidates have formally announced runs: Two incumbents and one challenger. Newcomer Patrick Rossiter is the latest to launch a bid, announcing his candidacy on Feb. 10. Several more candidates are expected to seek election in November as an increasing number of the residents have voiced frustrations with the current council members and their frequent infighting. The municipal election will be held Nov. 7.
Another Rossiter enters Savannah politics: Son of longtime alderman launches council bid
Patrick Rossiter, son of longtime Savannah City Council member Frank P. Rossiter Sr., announced Friday he would be pursuing the same seat his father held on Savannah City Council. The retired educator and Savannah-Chatham Public School System principal launched his bid for the At-Large Post 2 post at the Knights of Columbus meeting hall on Liberty Street. Alicia Miller Blakely currently holds the seat.
Term limits, pay raises. What to know as Savannah Council boosts salaries for elected posts
Savannah City Council on Tuesday took the first step towards adopting term limits for alderpersons and approved a salary bump for council members. Enacting term limits is not something that falls expressly within the powers of city council, as dictated by the city charter. Instead, the approval of the agenda item allows city staff to ask the Georgia General Assembly to make changes to the city's charter.
Chatham police: 1 man killed, another injured in shooting on Shad Road
Chatham County Police Department is investigating a Sunday morning shooting that killed one man and injured another, according to a press release from the department. Officers were called to the 100 block of Shad Road around 8 am, where they found one man dead. At the same location, police found another man suffering from serious gunshot wounds. He was transported to the hospital for treatment.
Nonprofit to convert 19 city-owned properties to affordable housing. Here's how it happened
A $5 million affordable housing partnership in Cuyler-Brownville and an infusion of $1 million into the city's affordable housing fund was enough to get Savannah City Council excited at their first meeting of the year Thursday. With Thursday's approval, New York based nonprofit The Galvan Foundation will be spending approximately $5 million to improve 19 city-owned properties in the Cuyler-Brownville neighborhood, with the intention of using them as affordable housing.
Savannah Civil Rights Attorney to be honored with historical marker in Cann Park
Robinson's legacy, already firmly cemented in the hearts of those who knew him in Savannah, will soon take physical form, after a vote from Savannah City Council confirmed the placement of a historical marker honoring his life in the neighborhood where he grew up. The motion passed unanimously at council’s Dec. 20 meeting, nearly 32 years to the day after his death. Third District Alderwoman Linda Wilder Bryan championed the cause.
Savannah City Council year in review: Triumphs, squabbles make for interesting year
Alderwoman Kesha Gibson Carter was removed from her post as Council Chair in late January. Gibson-Carter was chosen as chair at the first meeting of 2020. The purpose of the position, along with that of Mayor Pro Tem, is to create a council succession plan. Gibson-Carter didn't vote on the motion, which passed 6-2, with Council members Alicia Miller Blakely and Bernetta Lanier voting in opposition.
Savannah Council has adopted 2023 budget. Here's where your tax money is going.
The general fund, which is the main operating fund for the city, will be stocked with $239 million, with no tax increase or planned draw from reserves. The five-year general fund forecast doesn’t predict a deficit, but City Manager Jay Melder said city staff will be keeping an eye on costs in a volatile economic climate. Additionally, the FY23 budget includes about $95 million in planned spending, up from $84 million last year.
Council approves $7.8 million renovations to Savannah police headquarters, new bodycams
The envelope repairs will include replacing the windows and the HVAC system and adding insulation to the exterior wall. The bricks will be repointed, which means repairing mortar that may be loose or cracked. For the interior repairs, Johnson-Laux will be working to remove asbestos and lead, install new flooring and a new IT infrastructure, create new office space, replace existing light fixtures with LED ones, upgrade the hot water system and replace ceiling tiles and dated wall treatments.
Georgia 2022 Senate runoff live updates: Polls close in closely-watched Warnock-Walker race
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Georgia voters are once again left with the final say in how Congress will look as the nation watches the Senate runoff race between Democratic incumbent Raphael Warnock and Republican challenger Herschel Walker. Democrats have already secured the upper chamber's majority with victories in other states, but that doesn't mean nothing is at stake Tuesday.
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Savannah now has 23 squares. What you need to know about Yamacraw Square.
The three statues of children in the fountain have been rebronzed. The historical markers have been replaced, provided by the city's municipal archives department. The square has been resurfaced and painted, with new benches placed within. Local sculptor and designer Jerome B. Meadows was commissioned to design, create and install artwork in the park and has since restored the existing public art in the now publicly recognized historic square.
Savannah police investigating fatal West 38th Street shooting
Detectives believe this is an isolated incident, and there is no threat to the public. Anyone with information on the incident should call the Violent Crimes Tip Line at 912-525-3124 or CrimeStoppers at 912-234-2020. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through the CrimeStoppers online tip portal. Tipsters may qualify for a reward of up to $2,500, depending on the severity of the crime.
LOST and found? Chatham Commission approves sales tax sharing agreement with cities
Chatham will accept a 31% county-69% cities split of the funds as suggested by city leaders earlier this week. In a letter dated Nov. 29, municipal officials listed the 69% rate as the lowest they would consider in negotiations. The commission's approval on Friday does not guarantee extension of LOST. Municipal leaders must likewise agree to the new funding formula distribution and vote for approval through their various legislative bodies, such as Savannah City Council.
Chatham County approves resignation, severance agreement with County Manager Lee Smith
"That hasn’t been approved yet, so it’s still protected by attorney privilege," Pretorious said. Smith, reached by text Friday afternoon, said the day was bittersweet. "Today is somewhat bittersweet for me. I tremendously enjoyed my time as part of Team Chatham and will always consider the entire team as family. I am glad the negotiations were finalized today so myself and Chatham County can move forward. I am pursuing opportunities in a number of places but consider Savannah home.
Chatham fire fee confusion: Why has Chatham Commission issued a payment deadline extension?
The collection agency contracted by the county to collect the fire service fee, Lifequest, is based out of Wisconsin, which commissioners said had residents questioning the validity of the bill, concerned it could be a scam. District 5 Commissioner Tanya Milton said some residents' fees went from $2.62 to $100.
'God had other plans for me': Herschel Walker talks religion, Warnock's bonafides as a pastor
Aside from religious references, Walker focused on his bread-and-butter issues: support of the military, support of police, and broadly voicing his opposition to the concept of transgender people, especially in regards to trans athletes in women's sports and "putting pronouns in the military." "We shouldn't be talking about pronouns, we should be talking about push-ups and sit-ups," Walker said.
Judge: Saturday early voting in the Warnock-Walker Georgia U.S. Senate runoff is back on
Credit: Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News Credit: Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News The Secretary of State's Office initially disallowed voting on Nov. 26 because of the dates proximity to two holidays. A 2016 law prevents early voting on Saturdays that immediately precede or follow a state holiday. And officials in Georgia had previously decided that was the case, quite literally. Next Friday is "State Holiday," which was, until 2015, observed as Confederate General Robert E.
Barred from Saturday early voting, Chatham to open polls on Sunday for U.S. Senate runoff
Credit: Steve Bisson/savannahnow.com Credit: Steve Bisson/savannahnow.com That means in both Chatham County and every other county in the state, there’ll be no Saturday voting for the runoff. But Chatham will get one day of Sunday voting. In Chatham, the Sunday, Nov. 27 voting will be held at two locations: from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Board of Elections Main Office at 1117 Eisenhower Dr.; and from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Savannah Civic Center at 301 West Oglethorpe Ave. Starting Monday, Nov.
Savannah City Council votes unanimously to remove the name of Calhoun Square
Council's vote on the topic was unanimous, with 1st District Alderwoman Bernetta Lanier making the motion, seconded by At-Large Post 2 Alderwoman Alicia Miller Blakely. Following the decision, Gunn and Rouse praised council for their work. "I am so proud of my city. I am so proud of the mayor and council. They have joined the rest of the nation in removing Calhoun's name," Gunn said. "My heart keeps my soul practicing truth-telling and reconciliation and healing.
Herring raised six times as much Carter's previous challengers, only to lose by a larger margin
Credit: Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News Credit: Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News But the 1st District would arguably be a tough win for any Democrat, regardless of money, and the recently reapportioned Congressional District maps, which passed in 2021, made the climb even steeper. The Princeton University Gerrymandering Project estimated that the partisan vote share for the 1st District would lean 56.8% Republican, 43.2% Democrat. Carter beat Herring by an even steeper margin.
Savannah Mayor touts 'rejuvenation' at State of the City speech, addresses council squabbles
Johnson's nearly hourlong speech cast a wide net around the initiatives and changes made by his administration, now in its third year, including everything from crime, affordable housing and the opening of the new Enmarket Arena. Gibson-Carter announced in January she would be running for mayor in next year's municipal election, presumably against an incumbent Johnson. Wednesday night marked the first time since taking office that Johnson was able to give the speech in person.
Waxing poetic? Savannah Council members trade insults, Shakespeare references in heated meeting
Once the public had a chance to voice their opinion on the proposed removal of Calhoun's name, council members took turns sharing their own thoughts on the matter. All supported moving forward with a vote on the Calhoun Square issue in November. However, Gibson-Carter also took the opportunity to address the Sept. 8 confrontation with Purtee. Support local journalism Keep up with the latest from Savannah City Council and other local government entities at SavannahNow.com.
Chatham County honors, buries unclaimed remains of 500 people in Greenwich Cemetery
The ceremony featured pastors of various denominations, including Rev. Charles Roberson of Kingdom Life Ministries, Rev. Robert Chaney from Resurrection of Our Lord Catholic Church, Rev. William Willoughby from St. Paul of the Apostle Episcopal Church and Justin Addington of First Baptist Church. A press release said clergy from "nearly 29" places of worship in Chatham County had committed to attend, though attendance was light Tuesday. Both Savannah Mayor Van Johnson and Ellis gave remarks as well.
Police chief community survey results indicate Savannah wants transparency, accountability
Each survey asked which "qualities" respondents would like to see in the next police chief, as well as their opinion on the top three priorities of the new chief and SPD as a whole. In the community survey, it was all about transparency, accountability and reducing crime.
Sens. Raphael Warnock, Jon Ossoff campaign with Savannah U.S. House candidate Wade Herring
At the start of the event, Herring brandished both a megaphone and a more aggressive tone than usual, energized by a crowd of about 150 supporters. He had just finished an interview with NBC Senior Washington Correspondent Hallie Jackson about his success on Tiktok. Credit: Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News Credit: Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News While most of the talk from the senators centered around Warnock's re-election bid, Herring got a few nods as well.
'Rubber stamp': Rep. Carter labels U.S. House challenger Herring as Biden proxy in debates
It was perhaps Carter's most memorable criticism of Herring, if for no reason other than how many times he repeated it. Credit: Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News Credit: Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News Carter's constant "rubber stamp" reprise was not unlike what Carter's fellow GOP candidate, Herschel Walker, did during his U.S. Senate debate with Sen. Raphael Warnock last week.
'He's in a bubble': Herring criticizes Carter for being out of touch with voters in debates
Certification of the 2020 election and Jan. 6 were his banner issues, his primary gripes with Carter. On Wednesday night in a debate hosted by WTOC, Herring challenged Carter on it face to face for the first time. The two debates this week were a tale of two Herrings. Tuesday's showing saw a few barbs traded, but Wednesday night was an aggressive showing for Herring, who harped on Carter's voting record, his actions on Jan. 6 and his campaign finances.
'Rubber stamp' vs. 'Career politician.' Carter, Herring trade barbs in U.S. House debate
Herring breathed some fire himself, branding Carter a "career politician." Carter has held political office at the municipal, state or federal level for the last 28 years. Both candidates stuck to their campaign talking points throughout the debate, steering answers toward issues they’ve discussed at length previously.
U.S. House debates: Rep. Buddy Carter, Wade Herring to argue over Trump, abortion
The two will meet again on Wednesday in a debate in Savannah at the WTOC-TV studio. Atlanta Press Club debates are divided into three rounds. In the first round, each candidate will field questions from the panelists. In the second round, Carter and Herring will ask two questions of each other. In the third round, panelists will ask the candidates questions until time runs out. Candidates will not get the opportunity for opening statements but will get 60 seconds for a closing.
3 things to know about U.S. Senate debate: Walker's prep, Warnock's record and abortion stances
Georgians anticipated many stunning moments during Friday’s U.S. Senate debate, with Sen. Raphael Warnock’s polished oratory skills and Herschel Walker’s history of bizarre statements and personal challenges. Instead of an hour’s worth of uncomfortable moments, though, Warnock and Walker delivered a fast-paced, highly engaging political exchange that reset the race just days ahead of the start of early voting on Oct. 17.
Fact check: What was true, false in Herschel Walker and Raphael Warnock's Savannah debate? Original
Friday night's much anticipated debate between Senate candidates Raphael Warnock and Herschel Walker was a fast-paced affair, and many claims were thrown out by both candidates. Walker largely managed to avoid the gaffes he has become known for on the campaign trail thus far, and Warnock dodged many of the questions posed by the moderators, though remained composed throughout. But were they honest throughout?
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