Sean Evans

Reporter

Sean Evans joins WTOC as a multi-media journalist coming all the way from the Bluegrass State. He previously worked for the CBS affiliate in Lexington, Kentucky, and got his start in the business in the mountains of eastern Kentucky for a CBS station in Hazard.

Sean is a proud graduate of the University of Kentucky, and will always be a die-hard fan in the Big Blue Nation!

Sean and his wife are excited to call the Coastal Empire home, and are looking forward to all of the adventures the area offers.

Recent Articles by Sean

Woman indicted on charges for 2018 YouTube video about Godley Station School

At the end of March 2018, parents and students at Godley Station School were on high alert following a YouTube video that investigators believe Teresa Richardson posted.

Sean Evans

Published January 23, 2020 at 5:47 PM

Chatham Co. Commissioner Ellis announces bid for chairman position

Another candidate has joined the race to become Chatham County Commission Chairman, a seat that’s up for grabs this fall.

Sean Evans

Published January 22, 2020 at 4:13 PM

New campaign targeting gun violence in Savannah

2019 numbers show gun violence is up in Savannah.

Sean Evans and Jessica Savage

Published January 21, 2020 at 7:29 PM

Free Savannah rideshare service grows in popularity

A rideshare service offering free rides in a limited range of downtown Savannah has grown in popularity. The service will continue through 2020.

Sean Evans

Published January 21, 2020 at 4:24 PM

Frank Callen Boys & Girls Club recipient of thousands in grant money for upgrades

The Frank Callen Boys and Girls Club of Savannah received some noteworthy recognition Monday.

Sean Evans

Published January 20, 2020 at 1:50 PM

U.S. Navy exercise could disrupt GPS signals for pilots

Beginning Jan. 16 until next Friday, a U.S. Navy exercise off the Southeast Coast will potentially disrupt GPS signals, making them unreliable or unavailable altogether.

Sean Evans

Published January 17, 2020 at 7:29 PM

New voting machines arrive in Chatham County

More than 800 brand new voting machines arrived in Chatham County from Atlanta on Friday.

Sean Evans

Published January 17, 2020 at 2:41 PM

Savannah’s new city council holds first meeting

A new session is underway in the State Legislature in Atlanta and Thursday, Savannah’s new city council reviewed what they want state leaders to work on and who they want to tell the legislature about it.

Sean Evans

Published January 16, 2020 at 7:05 PM

Jury finds both defendants guilty of murder in Shawntray Grant trial

Testimony wrapped up in the murder trial for three people, two tied to the June 2018 murder of a community activist outspoken against gun violence - Shawntray Grant.

Sean Evans and Lyndsey Gough

Published January 15, 2020 at 9:38 PM

Closing arguments expected Wednesday in Shawntray Grant murder trial

In one of the last days of testimony, forensic experts, detectives, and others took the stand in the murder trial for three people, two of which are tied to the June 2018 shooting death of Shawntray Grant.

Sean Evans

Published January 14, 2020 at 5:57 PM

Savannah city council holds visioning sessions

Bringing all the new Savannah city leaders to the table, Mayor Van Johnson and the City’s aldermen and alderwomen are conducting what are called visioning sessions Monday and Tuesday.

Sean Evans

Published January 13, 2020 at 6:13 PM

Port Wentworth announces sudden passing of Mayor Pro Tem

The City of Port Wentworth announced on Monday that Mayor Pro Tem Debbie Johnson passed away on Sunday night due to issues related to a recent illness.

Sean Evans

Published January 13, 2020 at 5:55 PM

For the first time, Savannah is getting a closer look at just how much the film and TV industry benefited the city in 2019.

Sean Evans

Published January 10, 2020 at 6:43 PM

Day 2 in court for Shawntray Grant murder trial

Two people charged with the June 2018 murder of Savannah community activist Shawntray Grant are on trial this week in Chatham County Superior Court.

Sean Evans

Published January 10, 2020 at 6:28 PM

Savannah close to implementing long-term solution for bio-solids facility odor issue

An unpleasant issue that led several businesses along President Street in Savannah to appeal to the city to find a solution to a foul odor coming from the water reclamation facility.

Sean Evans

Published January 9, 2020 at 6:17 PM

Starland District looks forward to growth in 2020

Starland Village is billed as a multi-use development that will boast a couple restaurants, retail space, artist studios and nearly 100 residential units.

Sean Evans

Published January 9, 2020 at 6:16 PM

S.C. law enforcement investigating house fire on Monticello Drive

Arson investigators with the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division are responding to assist in determining the cause of the fire.

Sean Evans

Published January 8, 2020 at 4:00 PM

Full service marina to be built near old Williams Seafood location

A full-service marina will be built on the location of a famous Savannah haunt: Williams Seafood.

Sean Evans

Published January 7, 2020 at 4:27 PM

2019′s total number of fatal crashes in Georgia, while the lowest since 2015, is still too high if you ask the men and women in law enforcement who patrol the state’s roads and highways.

Sean Evans

Published January 3, 2020 at 5:44 PM

Inauguration ceremony held for new Savannah mayor, council members

It was a big day for the city of Savannah.

Zach Logan and Sean Evans

Published January 2, 2020 at 9:23 PM

'Home Free’ program helps runaways reunite with family

Greyhound offers a unique service for runaways who may want to go back home. The bus company and a non-profit give young people who want to go home, a free ticket.

Sean Evans

Published January 1, 2020 at 10:38 PM

Van Johnson sworn in as Savannah mayor during Emancipation Proclamation service

Van Johnson was sworn in Wednesday morning as the 67th mayor of Savannah ahead of Thursday’s inauguration for all of City Council.

Sean Evans

Published January 1, 2020 at 6:21 PM

Georgia’s ‘Heartbeat Bill’ temporarily blocked

A controversial bill signed by Georgia Governor Brian Kemp in 2019 was supposed to go into law on Jan. 1, 2020.

Sean Evans

Published January 1, 2020 at 3:56 PM

Savannah church memorializes victims of gun violence

To memorialize this year’s victims of gun violence, a Savannah church is continuing a now yearly tradition of tying ribbons to a fence at the front of their property.

Sean Evans

Published December 31, 2019 at 6:23 PM

Chatham Co. Animal Services says viral photo not a case of neglect

UPDATE: Chatham County Animal Services says a picture that went viral on Facebook does not show a case of neglect.

Sean Evans

Published December 30, 2019 at 6:15 PM

Georgia State Patrol wants you to be a good driver in 2020

Georgia State Patrol is getting ready for the last round of holiday enforcement for 2019.

Sean Evans

Published December 30, 2019 at 5:19 PM

Developments in the Starland District on the rise

Businesses have continued to pop up in one rapidly developing part of Savannah - the Starland District.

Sean Evans

Published December 27, 2019 at 5:28 PM

New tobacco law prohibiting anyone under 21 from buying products now in effect

A new law went into effect Friday that prohibits anyone under 21-years-old from buying tobacco products, including cigarettes, cigars and e-cigarettes.

Sean Evans

Published December 27, 2019 at 5:00 PM

How to return a gift that was bought online

It happens every year after Christmas. People start to return unwanted gifts. Whether it’s a sweater that doesn’t fit or a movie you already own, big retailers are ready to exchange it.

Sean Evans

Published December 26, 2019 at 6:35 PM

City of Savannah responds to sewage spills caused by recent heavy rain

The City of Savannah responded to several major sewage spills in just a few days.

Sean Evans

Published December 26, 2019 at 12:03 PM

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