Hegseth announces effort to ‘eliminate’ Islamic State fighters in Syria after deaths of Americans

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has announced the start of an effort to “eliminate ISIS fighters, infrastructure, and weapons sites” in Syria following the deaths of three U.S. citizens.
Warmer temperatures on the horizon for Christmas and beyond in Southeast Georgia, Lowcountry

The latest in Savannah’s only 10 day forecast
See the Epstein files released by the DOJ here

The release included photographs, call logs, grand jury testimony and some documents and records that have already been in the public domain.
Rep. Elise Stefanik ends NY governor bid, will not run for reelection to Congress

Stefanik posted a lengthy message just before 4 p.m. on social media, saying she made the decision to end her political ambitions “while spending precious time with my family this Christmas season.”
Justice Department begins releasing long-awaited files tied to Epstein sex trafficking investigation

The Justice Department has started releasing its files on Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted sex offender known for his connections to powerful figures, including Donald Trump.
Military officials: Marine found dead at Parris Island

A Marine assigned to Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island was found dead Thursday, officials said.
Judge nixes conviction of one of two men found guilty of killing Run-DMC’s Jam Master Jay

A judge has voided the conviction of one of the two men found guilty of the 2002 killing of Run-D
Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS will fly by Earth Friday — Here’s how you can see it

The comet is expected to remain visible to telescopes and space missions for a few more months before exiting our solar system, according to NASA.
Savannah’s Forsyth Park Fountain back in operation after $650,000 restoration

For many residents and visitors, the fountain is a popular backdrop for photos, engagements and weddings.
Authorities narrow search for suspect in Forsyth Park acid attack

The FBI is seeking security camera footage in a specific area after a woman was doused with acid at Savannah’s largest public park.