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📜 The Gist: The U.S. House of Representatives has passed the Laken Riley Act, legislation aimed at mandating stricter detention practices for illegal immigrants charged with crimes such as theft.

Newsflash, Your Government

U.S. House Passes Laken Riley Act: Here’s How Your Representative Voted

by Thom ChandlerMarch 7, 2024

A close up shot of a cat s face

Health, Newsflash

Rabies Alert: Auburn Resident Bitten by Rabid Cat

by Thom ChandlerMarch 1, 2024March 1, 2024

Legislation requiring local law enforcement agencies to comply with a 2006 state law aimed at illegal immigration cleared the Republican-controlled Georgia House Thursday.

Newsflash, Your Government

What’s in The Immigration Bill The Georgia House Passed Today?

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceFebruary 29, 2024February 29, 2024

Mental health. Young woman lying on the floor

Health, Newsflash

All 159 Georgia Counties Unite to Urge Brian Kemp to Reform Mental Health

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 29, 2024February 29, 2024

🛤 The Details: As storms battered the region, key highways and local roads across several counties faced significant disruptions:

Newsflash, Traffic & Transportation

Storms Wreak Havoc in Georgia, Disrupting Rush Hour With Downed Trees and Blocked Roads

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 28, 2024February 28, 2024

The Gist: Jose Antonio Ibarra, 26, has been arrested in connection with the death of Laken Riley at the University of Georgia, facing multiple charges.

Crime, Newsflash

Suspect in Killing of Laken Riley on UGA Campus Charged with Malice Murder

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 23, 2024February 23, 2024

The Details: Gwinnett County Police were called to a home on Sterling Drive after concerns were raised by a family member unable to reach the occupants. Upon arrival, officers observed one person on the ground through a window, entered the home, and found two individuals deceased, prompting an investigation into the incident as domestic-related and potentially a murder-suicide.

Crime, Newsflash

Two Found Dead in Gwinnett County Home: Murder-Suicide Suspected

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 21, 2024February 21, 2024

🌩 The Details: A Flood Watch is in effect for regions north of a LaGrange to Warrenton line, due to expected moderate to locally heavy rainfall tonight. Isolated to scattered thunderstorms could escalate, with an outside chance of a severe storm bringing damaging winds and lightning. The weather threat escalates into early Monday with the potential for severe storms capable of damaging winds and isolated tornadoes.

Newsflash, Weather

Flood Watch: Heavy Rain and Severe Storms Loom Over North and Central Georgia

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 11, 2024February 11, 2024

Fire trucks and firefighters brigade in the city

Fire, Newsflash

Fire Under Bridge on Buford Highway: What We Know

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 11, 2024

🚨 The Gist: An Atlanta Police Department patrol car was set ablaze early Saturday morning in an act of arson claimed by the group known as "Stop Cop City," with no injuries reported.

Crime, Newsflash

Atlanta Police Cruiser Set on Fire: What We Know

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 10, 2024February 11, 2024

The Gist: A shooting in a McEachern High School parking lot left two non-students with non-life-threatening injuries.

Crime, Newsflash

Shooting at McEachern High School in Cobb County: What We Know

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 1, 2024February 1, 2024

On the 22nd anniversary of 9/11, we vow to 'never forget.'

National, Newsflash

The Most Powerful Quotes for Remembering 9/11 on the 22nd Anniversary

by ParadeSeptember 11, 2023September 11, 2023