Atlanta businessman and Air Force veteran Kelvin King has entered the race for Georgia secretary of state. King, who unsuccessfully sought the Republican nomination for the U.S. Senate three years ago, announced his candidacy for secretary of state Tuesday in an op-ed in James Magazine Online. “I’ve spent my life serving this country through service […]
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The Georgia Sheriff Who Writes Bedtime Stories
Most sheriffs spend their days thinking about crime statistics and patrol schedules. Reginald B. Scandrett thinks about encouraging children to become heroes in their communities. Henry County’s first African American sheriff has written a children’s book. Not a memoir about breaking barriers or a procedural guide to law enforcement—a story about a sheriff who sits […]
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Former DeKalb Jailer Faces Felony Charges After Jail Assault
A former DeKalb County detention officer was arrested on felony charges after an alleged assault involving an inmate at the county jail earlier this month, according to the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office. The sheriff’s office says the officer, who was fired after his arrest, is now out on bond. 🔎 What’s Happening: The DeKalb County […]
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Dog Rescued From Hot Car in Forsyth County, Owner Arrested
A small dog was rescued from a parked car in Forsyth County after a bystander spotted the animal in distress and called for help, according to a report from the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office. The dog’s owner was arrested and charged with cruelty to animals. 🐾 Why It Matters: Leaving pets in hot cars can […]
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Man Shot to Death in Gwinnett Church Parking Lot Identified
Gwinnett County police have identified the man found shot dead in a Snellville church parking lot as 28-year-old Oscar Alexis Cruz from Lawrenceville. What’s Happening: Authorities released the victim’s name after notifying his next of kin, confirming Cruz as the man discovered with a fatal gunshot wound early Monday morning. The shooting took place in […]
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Gwinnett Pumps $170 Million into Gas South Arena Glow-Up
Gwinnett County residents could soon enjoy upgraded concerts, shows and events at a revamped Gas South Arena, thanks to a major county investment aimed at keeping the venue competitive. This overhaul promises better security, tech and parking. 🏗️ Project Breakdown: County commissioners greenlit a partnership with the Gwinnett Convention and Visitors Bureau to fund $170 […]
Posted inTraffic & Transportation
Cornelia Highway Moped Crash Shuts Down Northbound Lanes
Hall County drivers faced detours as a collision between a moped and car closed a major traffic artery at the Cagle Road intersection. 🚧 What’s Happening: The Hall County Sheriff’s Office is assisting with traffic control while Georgia State Patrol leads the investigation. 🔍 Between the Lines: Cornelia Highway serves as a critical transportation corridor […]
Posted inWeather
Heavy Rain and Flooding Risks Loom For Georgia Through Friday
Georgia residents should prepare for scattered to widespread thunderstorms each afternoon and evening through Friday, with the greatest risk today and Thursday before conditions improve this weekend. 🌧️ Why It Matters: These slow-moving storms could dump enough rain to cause dangerous localized flooding in your neighborhood. Having multiple ways to receive weather warnings could be […]
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Go Nuts for Summer: Try This Homegrown Georgia Pecan Snack (and Wow Your Guests)
When summer gatherings call for something special, nothing impresses quite like a homegrown Georgia treat. And what could be more Georgian than the state’s beloved pecan? These nutritional powerhouses aren’t just for fall pies—they’re the secret ingredient to elevating your summer entertaining game. The Magic of Georgia Pecans Georgia has long reigned as the pecan […]
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New Bill Aims to Protect State Judges as Threats Surge 400%
A bipartisan bill introduced by Reps. Lucy McBath and Michael McCaul would create the first-ever threat monitoring center for 30,000 state and local judges who currently lack federal protection. 🔍 What’s Happening: The Countering Threats and Attacks on Our Judges Act would establish a State Judicial Threat Intelligence and Resource Center to: 🛡️ Why It […]
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Is Your Home as Safe as You Think it is?
Atlanta’s shiny new homes offer a false sense of safety as burglary rates soar five times above national average. 🔍 Why It Matters: While 64% of Atlanta’s new-home residents believe their fresh drywall doubles as a security system, the city’s burglary rate of 754.4 per 100,000 residents tells a different, more break-in-prone story. 🏠 The […]
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California Drug Kingpin Gets 28 Years for Georgia Fentanyl Ring
A California man who ran a massive drug operation from his barbershop will spend nearly three decades in federal prison for flooding North Georgia with deadly fentanyl and methamphetamine. 🚔 The Takedown: Wilfort Foster III, 41, of El Monte, California, received a 28-year prison sentence after pleading guilty to running a drug trafficking and money […]
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Tybee Island Home Engulfed In Flames: Resident Leaps From Second Story
A Tybee Island resident was forced to jump from a second-story window to escape a house fire that broke out today on 7th Avenue. 🚒 What Happened: Emergency crews responded to the structure fire earlier today, finding one person trapped inside the burning building. 🚧 Current Status: Officials are asking residents and visitors to continue […]
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Atlanta Restaurant Makes Top 100 Hotel Dining List
Georgia’s iconic Polaris restaurant in Atlanta has been named among America’s top 100 hotel restaurants in a new national ranking. 🏨 What’s Happening: OpenTable and KAYAK have released their first-ever list of the Top 100 Hotel Restaurants in America, with Polaris being Georgia’s sole representative. The list comes as new research shows 73% of Americans […]
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Body Found With Gunshot Wound in Gwinnett Church Parking Lot
Gwinnett County residents woke Monday morning to news of a fatal shooting in a Snellville church parking lot, as police launched a homicide investigation. 🔍 What’s Happening: Gwinnett County Police discovered a man with a fatal gunshot wound around 6 a.m. in the parking lot of Cannon United Methodist Church. 🚨 Why It Matters: The […]
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Ride Turns Violent: Two Arrested in Warner Robins After Box Cutter Attack and Car Theft
A Warner Robins man was attacked with a box cutter and a stick before his car was stolen during what started as him giving two acquaintances a ride. 🚔 What Happened: Charlie Haslem was giving Tameisha Carter and Neal Speer a ride when Carter allegedly attacked Haslem with a box cutter. Haslem managed to pull […]
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Your Weekly Horoscope: What the Stars Say for July 21 to 27, 2025
Sun entered Leo (July 22) — Leo season kicks in with creative spark, courage, and bold self-expression. New Moon in Leo (July 24) — A powerful reset around self-worth, authenticity, and launching fresh intentions. Mercury Retrograde in Leo (Jul 18–Aug 11) — Time to revisit, reimagine, and revise—especially around creative projects and romance. Saturn in Pisces […]
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Youth Shot in Head at Austell Home
A teenage boy lies in critical condition after a bullet tore through his skull at an Austell residence yesterday afternoon, while three young suspects now sit behind bars. 🔍 What Happened: The shooting unfolded around 4 p.m. at 1985 Padgett Drive, where Cobb County police officers arrived to find a young teen with a catastrophic […]
