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Unlikely matchup: Savannah Mayor and Sheriff go undercover to catch scammers

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www.wsav.com – Christine Queally – 2025-06-03 22:19:00

SUMMARY: Chatham County Sheriff Richard Coleman and Savannah Mayor Van Johnson went undercover to expose a scam targeting residents by impersonators claiming to be sheriff’s deputies. The scam involved fake calls demanding money and instructing victims to buy prepaid cards, threatening jail if they refused. The scammer contacted Mayor Johnson, who played along and pretended to purchase cards, while Sheriff Coleman provided backup nearby. The scammer’s tactic shifted when asked for card numbers, prompting the mayor to refuse. The investigation remains open with a suspect identified. Authorities urge verifying suspicious requests and documents before responding.

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Trump targets Columbia accreditation: What does it mean?

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www.wsav.com – Lexi Lonas Cochran – 2025-06-05 07:06:00

SUMMARY: The Trump administration targeted Columbia University’s accreditation over alleged violations of Title VI antidiscrimination laws, focusing on the university’s perceived inaction toward antisemitism after the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack. The Education Department notified the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, urging it to consider revoking Columbia’s accreditation, which is vital for federal student loans and Pell Grants eligibility. With tuition over \$71,000 annually, losing federal aid would make Columbia largely unaffordable. This marks a significant escalation in Trump’s conflict with elite universities, following prior funding cuts and policy demands, signaling a broader crackdown on higher education institutions.

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SOGGY STRETCH: Showers, storms continue with warmer temperatures

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www.wjbf.com – Miller Hyatt – 2025-06-04 22:42:00

SUMMARY: Moisture from the Atlantic and an upper-level disturbance from the Gulf are causing scattered overnight showers, especially near the coast, though rain totals may be lower than expected. Rain chances persist through Thursday morning, tapering off by afternoon with cooler temperatures in the low to mid-80s. Friday brings sunshine, warmer temps in the upper 80s to low 90s, and a marginal severe weather risk due to heat and humidity. Saturday starts a more unsettled pattern with a stalled cold front and upper disturbance causing scattered strong storms; the SPC issues a slight risk for severe weather. Early next week remains warm with daily storm chances.

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Police release details on pursuit, juvenile arrests | FOX 5 News

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www.youtube.com – FOX 5 Atlanta – 2025-06-04 21:16:30

SUMMARY: Three teens, including a 17-year-old and two 15-year-olds, were arrested in Brook Haven following a high-speed chase involving a stolen SUV linked to a Dicab County shooting. Police used license plate readers and drones to locate the vehicle as the teens attempted to steal another car. The dangerous pursuit, reaching speeds near 100 mph, ended in a crash on Peach Tree Industrial Boulevard. Authorities believe the teens are connected to a recent crime spree and recovered evidence linking them to other offenses. Brook Haven Police Chief Brandon Gurley highlighted the growing issue of juveniles involved in serious, high-risk crimes and urged community support to combat this trend.

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Three teens in Brookhaven face serious charges after a high-speed chase through multiple cities. Brookhaven police released new details and a video of the pursuit and those involved.

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