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Residents across north and central Georgia are preparing for the arrival of Tropical Storm Helene, which is forecasted to bring heavy rainfall, possible tornadoes, and significant flooding starting Thursday and into Friday. As of 7 a.m., the storm’s path remains on track, with tropical storm watches now issued for parts of central Georgia.

When Will Helene Arrive in Georgia?

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 25, 2024September 25, 2024

Chatham County is under a Tropical Storm Watch as Tropical Storm Helene moves closer to the U.S. coast. Helene is expected to strengthen into a major hurricane as it tracks across the Gulf of Mexico, with landfall projected for Thursday evening. The storm is likely to bring strong winds, heavy rain, and potential tornadoes to Georgia, including Chatham County, late Thursday into Friday.

Chatham County Braces for Tropical Storm Helene

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 24, 2024September 24, 2024

A Mercer University student has died after collapsing during an intramural soccer game Monday night in Macon. The student, identified as Mason Sells, was a junior accounting major and active member of the Alpha Tau Omega fraternity. He was transported to Atrium Health Navicent by ambulance but was later pronounced dead.

Mercer University Student Dies After Collapsing During Intramural Soccer Game

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 24, 2024September 24, 2024

As Potential Tropical Cyclone Nine moves northwestward, the National Weather Service in Tallahassee has issued warnings for several areas across Georgia, urging residents to begin preparing for possible impacts later this week. The storm, which is expected to intensify into a major hurricane, could bring severe weather conditions to the region starting on Thursday.

Tropical Storm Threatens South Georgia: When Will it Arrive?

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 24, 2024September 24, 2024

👮‍♂️ Why It Matters: Two men were shot, one in the leg and another in the buttocks. The suspect is still at large and is considered armed and dangerous, putting the public at risk.

Crime

Georgia Shooting Suspect on the Run After Victims Shot in Leg and Buttocks

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 24, 2024September 24, 2024

Gwinnett County Police have arrested a 28-year-old man suspected of robbing a motorist at gunpoint while the motorist was attempting to change a tire near the Buford Drive and I-985 ramp.

Crime

Georgia Man Robbed at Gunpoint While Changing Tire

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 23, 2024September 23, 2024

A fatal crash in Forsyth County claimed the life of a Utah woman and left her fiancé injured on Friday morning. The couple, who were in town for a wedding, were struck by a vehicle while walking on the sidewalk near the intersection of Majors Road and Ronald Reagan Boulevard.

Crime

Utah Woman Killed, Fiancé Injured in Forsyth County Crash While Visiting For a Wedding

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 23, 2024September 23, 2024

Washington, DC / USA - July 9 2018: USA President Donald Trump in the Supreme Court of the United States, serious angry look during a speech.

The Man Who Attempted to Assassinate Donald Trump at His Golf Course Left a Disturbing Note

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 23, 2024September 23, 2024

Woman in yellow shirt while filling up her car with gasoline

Pumpkin Spice and Price Drops: Georgia Gas Prices Fall with the Leaves

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 23, 2024September 23, 2024

Former President Donald Trump will make a stop in Savannah Tuesday, aiming to energize voters with a focus on taxes and U.S. manufacturing.

Trump is Coming to Savannah on Tuesday

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 23, 2024September 23, 2024

Two men were arrested early Sunday morning after shots were fired outside Moonshiners Grill & Still on Harrison Lane in Glynn County.

Crime

2 Men Arrested After Shots Were Fired Outside a Glynn County Bar

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 23, 2024September 23, 2024

In a recent study by personal finance website WalletHub, Georgia cities fared poorly in a nationwide ranking of the best and worst places for women in 2024. The report, which compared 182 cities across the United States based on 15 key metrics, focused on factors such as women's economic status, health, and safety.

Georgia By The Numbers

2 Georgia Cities Named Worst Places for Women in 2024

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 23, 2024September 23, 2024

HP Hood LLC announced a recall of several varieties of 96 oz Lactaid Milk cartons due to the potential presence of almond, which is not disclosed on the label. This poses a significant risk for individuals allergic to tree nuts, particularly almonds, as consuming these products may lead to severe allergic reactions.

Lactaid Milk Products Recalled: Here’s Why

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 22, 2024September 22, 2024

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal car crash that occurred just after 2 a.m. Sunday on Shurling Drive in Macon.

Traffic & Transportation

24-year-old Woman Killed in Early Morning Crash in Macon

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 22, 2024September 22, 2024

Police lights by night

Traffic & Transportation

Man Killed in Bulloch County After Being Struck by SUV on Friday Night

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 21, 2024September 21, 2024

Donald Trump’s recent comments are stirring controversy among religious voters, and in a state like Georgia, where religion plays a pivotal role in politics, these remarks could have real consequences.

Trump’s Religion Problem

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 21, 2024September 21, 2024

One man is dead and a woman remains hospitalized after a Friday night accident on 5th Avenue near 20th Street in Columbus. The crash, which happened around 9:30 p.m., has left local police searching for answers.

Traffic & Transportation

60-Year-Old Man Killed, Woman Injured in Friday Night Accident in Columbus

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 21, 2024September 21, 2024

We've entered week 6 of the high school football season in Georgia. Here are the scores and photos from Friday night's games.

Georgia High School Football: Week 6 Scores, Photos, and Videos

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 20, 2024September 20, 2024