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A man was found dead in Lake Lanier near the Six Mile Creek boat ramp Thursday evening, according to Forsyth County authorities.

Body Found in Lake Lanier

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 28, 2025February 28, 2025

white Delta airliner

Delta Flight Makes Emergency Landing in Atlanta After Smoke Fills The Plane

by News DeskFebruary 25, 2025February 25, 2025

Pedestrian accidents are becoming increasingly common, with alarming numbers reported each year.

Pedestrian Accidents: Who’s Liable and How to Seek Compensation

by Christopher DiBellaFebruary 25, 2025February 25, 2025

A crash on Dallas Highway in Cobb County left a 22-year-old Marietta man seriously injured Sunday night.

Cobb County Crash Leaves 22-Year-Old Seriously Injured

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 24, 2025February 24, 2025

Four Central Georgia post offices left residents waiting weeks for critical mail, including bills and packages, according to a new federal audit. The worst offender? Warner Robins, where nearly 800 packages sat undelivered.

Four Georgia Post Offices Failed to Meet Federal Standards

by News DeskFebruary 22, 2025February 22, 2025

Smyrna Pride organizers will permit the Georgia Log Cabin Republicans to join this year’s event despite earlier pushback—a move they say prioritizes unity over legal battles. The decision comes after festival organizers say the conservative group falsely claimed the festival excluded Republicans while allowing liberal organizations.

Smyrna Pride Includes Log Cabin Republicans Despite Controversy

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 21, 2025February 21, 2025

A 60-year-old man died Thursday afternoon after collapsing in his cell at the Bibb County Jail.

60-Year-Old Inmate Dies at Bibb County Jail

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 20, 2025

Money problems and staff cuts threaten a plan to turn Macon's Ocmulgee Mounds into Georgia's first national park.

How Could Trump Cuts Impact The Push For Georgia’s First National Park?

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 18, 2025February 18, 2025

Railway

Man Killed by Train in Downtown Macon

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 13, 2025February 13, 2025

A suspicious package found at the DeKalb County Courthouse led to a temporary evacuation Wednesday morning.

Suspicious Package Prompts Courthouse Evacuation in Decatur

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 6, 2025February 6, 2025

“I’m here for my mother and her partner who cannot go out today and fight for their rights,” Hammon said. “I remember her crying about how happy she was when she was able to love who she wanted to love, and I want to keep that and I want to cry when I get my rights back.” Protesters shout anti-Trump slogans near the Georgia Capitol. Ross Williams/Georgia Recorder

Crowd Gathers in Atlanta to Protest Trump

by Ross Williams | Georgia RecorderFebruary 6, 2025

On Wednesday night in Hall County, Ga., hundreds from the Latino community gathered to support each other and speak out against recent federal immigration policy changes.

Latino Protestors Speak Out: ‘They Love Our Cheap Labor, But They Don’t Love Our People’

by Sofi Gratas | GPB NewsFebruary 2, 2025

If you turned on the radio this morning expecting to hear The Fish 104.7, you may have been surprised—Atlanta’s longtime Christian music station is no longer on the air.

What Happened to 104.7 The Fish?

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 1, 2025February 5, 2025

The Laken Riley Act requires federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to arrest, detain and deport illegal immigrants who commit nonviolent crimes including theft, burglary, larceny or shoplifting.

Trump signs Laken Riley Act Into Law

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceJanuary 29, 2025

State Chief Justice Michael Boggs sounded the alarm this morning, warning about growing dangers to judges, court personnel, and public trust in Georgia’s judiciary.

Georgia’s Top Judge’s Dire Warning: Our Justice System is Under Attack

by B.T. ClarkJanuary 28, 2025January 28, 2025