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Handwashing, food storage issues drop scores at Savannah eateries

Handwashing, food storage issues drop scores at Savannah eateries

Here are the Georgia Department of Health's restaurant inspection scores for Chatham County, conducted Aug. 11-18, 2026.
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5 fun things to do in Savannah this week, from free lectures to trivia

5 fun things to do in Savannah this week, from free lectures to trivia

From museum tours to trivia nights and AI workshops, here are the top events happening in Savannah this week.
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Georgia Power Plant Yates Evacuated Following Bomb Threat in Coweta County

Georgia Power Plant Yates Evacuated Following Bomb Threat in Coweta County

Plant Yates, a Georgia Power facility in Coweta County, was evacuated on Monday after a bomb threat was reported. The threat indicated an explosive device was located inside a portable toilet on the plant's property. In response, the Coweta County Sheriff's Office temporarily shut down Highway 16 and initiated an evacuation of the plant. Georgia Power confirmed that they took the threat seriously, immediately evacuated the site, and collaborated with local authorities to sweep the property. By late afternoon, an 'all clear' was issued, allowing work to resume at the facility. The incident did not impact Georgia Power's ability to provide service to its customers. The Coweta County Sheriff's Office is continuing its investigation into the origin and nature of the bomb threat.
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Phoenix Police Officers Arrested and Fired Following Unreported Violent Traffic Stop

Phoenix Police Officers Arrested and Fired Following Unreported Violent Traffic Stop

Two Phoenix police officers, Antonio Felix and Luis Vasquez, have been arrested and subsequently fired after an alleged violent and unreported traffic stop on August 5. Police Chief Matt Giordano stated that detectives confirmed the former officers physically assaulted a man and woman during the stop and used a Taser on them. The officers failed to report the incident or activate their body-worn cameras, leading to a lack of video evidence. The victims were discovered by a Tempe police officer who initially believed they were victims of an attempted carjacking by individuals impersonating police. The male driver reported being punched multiple times and questioned why they were stopped, while the female passenger stated both were shocked with a Taser. Felix and Vasquez, who had served eight and nine years respectively with the Phoenix police, face multiple felony charges including aggravated assault and kidnapping. Chief Giordano noted that both officers had prior policy violations, though none of this nat...
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Man arrested in Goleta believed tied to Santa Paula attempted murder

Man arrested in Goleta believed tied to Santa Paula attempted murder

A 35-year-old man arrested in Goleta Aug. 20 is believed tied to an attempted murder in Santa Paula that morning.
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‘Someone knew,’ Detroit police chief says of teen shooting suspect

‘Someone knew,’ Detroit police chief says of teen shooting suspect

Daith Williams' death was one part of a spate of violence during the weekend.
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Man Dies in Atlanta Beltline Stabbing Near Kroger; Suspect in Custody

Man Dies in Atlanta Beltline Stabbing Near Kroger; Suspect in Custody

A man died following a stabbing on the Atlanta Beltline near a Kroger grocery store on Sunday afternoon. Atlanta Police Chief Darin Schierbaum reported that officers responded to the scene at 725 Ponce de Leon Ave. NE just after 4 p.m., finding a 29-year-old man with a stab wound to the neck. The victim was transported to Grady Memorial Hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries. Police believe the attack stemmed from a verbal argument that quickly escalated. Officers detained 54-year-old Jonathan Hamby at the scene, who is believed to be responsible for the stabbing, and recovered a knife. Hamby has since been booked on charges of murder, aggravated assault, terroristic threats and acts, and possession of a firearm or knife during the commission of a felony. Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens stated that Hamby is a convicted felon with a history of 30 arrests and mental illness, prompting a review of safety protocols on the Beltline.
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Savannah police arrest teen in August shooting

Savannah police arrest teen in August shooting

Savannah police arrested 17 year old Demetric Hamilton for an August shooting that injured a juvenile male.
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Person dies after early morning Short North shooting

Person dies after early morning Short North shooting

A person died after being shot early Friday morning in the Short North.
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Man charged with murder in stabbing death, Corpus Christi police say

Man charged with murder in stabbing death, Corpus Christi police say

The stabbing occurred late Aug. 21. It's the second stabbing announced by Corpus Christi police the same day.
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Orlando Family's Plan to Scare Thief Ends in Fatal Shooting; Four Arrested

Orlando Family's Plan to Scare Thief Ends in Fatal Shooting; Four Arrested

A plan by an Orlando family to scare off a man accused of stealing a quad bike resulted in the fatal shooting of 33-year-old Daryl Willis Jr. The incident occurred on May 20 at Mary Martinez's home in the Rosemont North neighborhood. Martinez, her daughters Jennifer Bennett and Jessica Bennett, Jennifer's fiancé Joseph Petrus, and Jessica's girlfriend Susan Holloway were all present. According to police, Martinez lured Willis to her home under the pretense of paying him for the return of the quad bike. When Willis arrived, Petrus allegedly blocked his vehicle and shot him as he attempted to drive away. Willis was pronounced dead at a hospital. Joseph Petrus was arrested shortly after the incident and charged with first-degree murder. Jennifer Bennett, Jessica Bennett, and Susan Holloway were arrested on charges including evidence tampering, conspiracy to commit robbery with a firearm, and attempted robbery with a firearm.
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The scores are in. Who received low, high scores in health inspections?

The scores are in. Who received low, high scores in health inspections?

Check out the most recent health inspection scores for restaurants in Bryan and Effingham counties.