Georgia lawmakers have introduced legislation that would allow clergy members to be charged with improper sexual contact offenses under the same law that currently applies to teachers, probation officers, and hospital workers. What’s Happening: Senate Bill 542, introduced by Senator Randy Robertson of the 29th District and five other senators, would add clergy members to […]
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Forsyth County gets new fire rescue boat for Lake Lanier
The Forsyth County Fire Department now has a new fire rescue boat to respond to emergencies on Lake Lanier. What’s happening: The fire department announced the addition Monday. The vessel lets fire crews perform emergency services directly from the lake. What’s important: The boat improves response capabilities and allows faster service during water emergencies. Fire […]
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Atlanta doctors have long waits but patients say they are thorough
Atlanta ranks 14th among 50 major U.S. cities for both the longest wait times at doctors’ offices and for having the most attentive doctors, according to a January 2026 analysis of 1.36 million patient reviews. What’s Happening: Solitaire Bliss analyzed Google reviews from 6,139 doctors’ offices nationwide, searching for 80 keywords related to wait times, […]
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E-bikes cause thousands of injuries as metro Atlanta usage jumps 62%
As the popularity of e-bikes grows in metro Atlanta, police departments are warning residents about the dangers that accompany them. E-bikes have risen in popularity amongst Generations Z and Alpha, with 9,000 people applying for Atlanta’s rebate program and a reported 100,000 trips taken through metro Atlanta by E-bike—a statistic that has increased the usage […]
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Peaceful ICE walkouts spark debate over student rights in Georgia schools
Across the nation, students are responding to ICE actions through walkouts at their schools. In Georgia, over 100 schools participated in ICE walkouts in late January and early February 2026. All protests have been peaceful, however, some students have faced backlash across several Fulton County schools regarding the logistics of in-school walkouts. With pushback from […]
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Georgia is under a freeze watch as temperatures drop to 24 degrees
Parts of south Georgia are under a freeze watch from late Monday night through Tuesday morning, with temperatures expected to drop as low as 24 degrees. What’s Happening: The National Weather Service issued a freeze watch for 23 Georgia counties, including Dougherty, Lowndes, Thomas, Colquitt, and Grady. A cold weather advisory is also in effect […]
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Strong winds in Georgia today
Gusty northwest winds and low humidity are creating elevated wildfire conditions across much of Georgia today, with wind gusts reaching up to 30 mph and relative humidity dropping as low as 20 percent through 7 p.m. What’s Happening: The National Weather Service issued special weather statements for counties across southeast, east-central, and central Georgia. Wind […]
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Gas prices drop to $2.69 in Georgia
Georgia drivers are paying less at the pump this week. The state average for regular gasoline fell to $2.69 per gallon as of Sunday, down 3 cents from last week. What’s Happening: Gas prices in Georgia dropped to $2.69 per gallon, the same price as a month ago and 30 cents lower than this time […]
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8 shootings in 2 days leave 4 dead in Macon
Eight separate shootings across Macon over a 38-hour period left four people dead and nine others injured, including a 7-year-old boy, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. What Happened: The shootings started early Friday morning and continued through Sunday afternoon. Three men were killed in a single shooting early Sunday near Moseley Avenue and […]
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Measles confirmed in Bryan County resident
The Georgia Department of Public Health confirmed measles in an unvaccinated Bryan County resident who recently traveled out of state, according to the Georgia Department of Public Health. What’s happening: Health officials are notifying people who may have been exposed. The infected person did not travel internationally. What’s important: Measles spreads through the air when […]