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Residents of Milton may notice a change while driving through the city, as speed limits on Batesville, Hamby, and Hickory Flat roads were officially reduced to 40 mph this week. This adjustment is part of a broader initiative to enhance road safety across the city.

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Speed Limits Lowered on 3 Roads in Milton: Here’s Why

by Thom ChandlerAugust 30, 2024August 30, 2024

MARTA will temporarily close Brookhaven Station from Oct. 7 to Nov. 15 to replace deteriorating pavers on the rail station platform. During this period, Gold Line trains will bypass the station, although service will continue as scheduled.

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Why is The Brookhaven MARTA Station Closing for 6 Weeks?

by Thom ChandlerAugust 28, 2024August 28, 2024

As Labor Day weekend approaches, thousands of Georgians are expected to take to the roads, marking the unofficial end of summer. The Georgia Department of Public Safety is reminding drivers that Georgia State Patrol Troopers and Motor Carrier Compliance Division Officers will be out in full force, conducting high visibility patrols to ensure motorists’ safety.

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Georgia State Troopers Will Be Out in Full Force For Labor Day Weekend

by Thom ChandlerAugust 28, 2024August 28, 2024

CHATHAM COUNTY – A crash has resulted in the closure of all lanes on I-16 East at the Pooler Parkway Interchange (mile marker 155) this morning. Motorists should expect significant delays as crews work to clear the scene.

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Traffic Alert: Crash Blocks All Lanes on I-16 East

by Thom ChandlerAugust 27, 2024August 27, 2024

DOUGLAS COUNTY – A significant crash on I-20 westbound near mile marker 44, just before the Thornton Road exit, has brought traffic to a standstill in Douglas County this afternoon.

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Crash on I-20 West at Thornton Road Halts Traffic

by Thom ChandlerAugust 26, 2024August 26, 2024

A tragic collision on I-75 southbound in Cobb County early Saturday morning resulted in the death of a woman and left another seriously injured. The crash occurred around 2:27 a.m. on August 24 just north of Delk Road in Marietta.

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28-Year-Old Killed in Collision With Tractor Trailer on I-75

by Thom ChandlerAugust 26, 2024August 26, 2024

Motorists should prepare for delays on Saturday, August 24, as the Georgia Department of Transportation will close lanes on Fulton Industrial Boulevard for asphalt paving.

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Traffic Delays Expected on Fulton Industrial Boulevard Due to Paving Work

by Thom ChandlerAugust 23, 2024August 23, 2024

Motorists traveling on I-75 in Clayton and Fulton counties should prepare for weekend traffic delays as lane closures are set to begin for a resurfacing project. The project covers the stretch between the I-75/I-285 interchange in Clayton County and SR 54/University Avenue in Fulton County.

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Here Are The Weekend Lane Closures on I-75 in Metro Atlanta

by Thom ChandlerAugust 23, 2024August 23, 2024

A major bridge replacement project is set to begin on Fischer Road at Shoal Creek in Coweta County, starting August 26, 2024. The Georgia Department of Transportation has announced that contractors will close the bridge and a section of Fischer Road for 30 days to complete the construction.

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Fischer Road at Shoal Creek in Coweta County to Close For Bridge Replacement

by Thom ChandlerAugust 22, 2024August 22, 2024

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44-Year-Old New York Woman Killed in Late-Night Pedestrian Accident in Georgia

by Thom ChandlerAugust 17, 2024August 17, 2024

A three-vehicle collision on Cobb Parkway North in Marietta on Friday night left three people injured, including two Marietta police officers. The crash occurred at around 10:15 p.m. at the intersection of Cobb Parkway and Roswell Street.

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Friday Night Crash Injures Two Marietta Police Officers

by Thom ChandlerAugust 17, 2024August 17, 2024

This weekend, drivers in Atlanta should prepare for lane and ramp closures on the Midtown Connector as the Georgia Department of Transportation conducts resurfacing maintenance. The closures are planned to ensure the safety of both workers and motorists during the repair work.

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Lane, Ramp Closures Scheduled for Friday Night on Midtown Connector

by Thom ChandlerAugust 16, 2024August 16, 2024

The State Transportation Board Thursday approved bids for two major projects in metro Atlanta representing almost $6 billion in investment between them.

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What You Need to Know About 2 New Metro Atlanta Traffic Projects

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceAugust 15, 2024August 15, 2024

A 66-year-old man lost his life in a head-on collision on Tucker Road at Foster Road in Macon Tuesday afternoon.

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66-Year-Old Man Killed in Head-On Collision in Macon

by Thom ChandlerAugust 13, 2024August 13, 2024

Navigating a roundabout isn’t rocket science, folks, but judging by some of the driving out there, maybe it should be. If you’ve ever wondered what that circular bit of road is for—or why other drivers are honking at you as you try to navigate it—this guide from the State of Georgia’s Department of Public Safety is for you. So, buckle up and let’s get through this roundabout thing together.

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How to Navigate a Roundabout Like a Pro

by Thom ChandlerAugust 13, 2024August 13, 2024

All lanes are were blocked on the I-85 northbound exit to Northcrest Road in DeKalb County at mile marker 96 due to a crash.

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All Lanes Blocked on I-85 Exit at Northcrest Road: Here’s Why

by Thom ChandlerAugust 9, 2024August 9, 2024

Severe flooding has impacted Bryan County, Georgia, forcing the closure of all lanes on State Route 25 South near the Ogeechee River at the Chatham County line.

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Flooding Shuts Down State Route 25 in Bryan County

by Thom ChandlerAugust 9, 2024August 9, 2024

A rollover crash on the I-285 East exit to I-85 North in Fulton County disrupted the morning commute today, leaving two left lanes blocked and causing significant traffic delays. Emergency responders, including fire trucks and police, quickly arrived at the scene to manage the incident, which occurred near the Riverdale Road exit.

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Rollover Crash Snarls Morning Traffic on I-285

by Thom ChandlerAugust 7, 2024August 7, 2024