Nearly half a decade after it started, the election fraud case against Donald Trump and his fellow indicted allies has ended, with a Fulton County judge on Wednesday granting a special prosecutor’s request for dismissal of the conspiracy case against the president and his 14 remaining co-defendants. Peter Skandalakis, executive director of the Prosecuting Attorneys’ […]
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2 National Guardsmen Shot Near White House: What We Know
What’s Happening: Gunfire erupted near 17th and I streets Northwest, according to Metropolitan Police. D.C. Fire confirmed three shooting victims were treated and taken to the hospital. Police have confirmed that the scene has been secured and that a suspect is in custody. What’s Important: The shooting involved National Guard troops. Two National Guardsmen were […]
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Traffic Alert: I-75 Shut Down in Henry County After Multi-Vehicle Crash
All lanes of I-75 northbound are completely closed in Henry County after multiple vehicles crashed Tuesday morning. What’s Happening: The Georgia Department of Transportation shut down all northbound lanes at mile marker 213 around 11 a.m. Traffic is being forced off the interstate at exit 205. What’s Important: Drivers heading north through Henry County need to find […]
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69-Year-Old Moped Rider Dies After Collision With 71-Year-Old Driver in Warner Robins
What’s Happening: According to police, 69-year-old Lawrence Wyatt was riding his moped west through a parking lot at 700 N. Davis Drive around 6 p.m. when he suddenly entered the roadway in front of a vehicle driven by 71-year-old Johnny Abbott. Police say Abbott could not avoid hitting Wyatt. What’s Important: Wyatt was taken to a local […]
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Savannah Outshines Paris and London in 2025 Christmas Tour Rankings
Why It Matters: A new data-driven study from PrivacyJournal ranked the world’s best Christmas tour destinations for 2025, analyzing tour availability, pricing, language accessibility and accommodation costs across more than 50 cities. Savannah came in at number 17, making it one of just four North American cities to crack the top 25—and the only spot in […]
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Derek Minard Returns To Lead Savannah Fire Department
What’s Happening: The City of Savannah has hired Derek Minard to serve again as chief of Savannah Fire, after looking at candidates from across the country. Minard last led Savannah Fire during a period city leaders called a “cultural transformation” in the department, which they say is still helping firefighters and the public today. Why […]
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FBI Offers $20,000 Reward for Tips on Woman Found Dead After I-95 Trip
Federal investigators are hoping Georgia drivers who traveled along I-95 this summer might have information about a woman found dead in Virginia. What’s Happening: The FBI is offering a reward of up to $20,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of whoever is responsible for the death of 23-year-old Meredith Rose Walker. Her remains […]
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Georgia Takes Top Spot as Nation’s Most Popular Holiday Road Trip Destination
Georgia has become the number one place Americans want to spend their holidays, with the Atlanta metro area drawing more road-tripping families than any other destination in the country. What’s Happening: The Atlanta–Sandy Springs–Alpharetta metro area ranks as the top metro area people are driving to this holiday season, beating out major cities like New York, […]
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Georgia Power and Falcons Launch Holiday Lights Contest With Tickets Prize
Georgia Power and the Atlanta Falcons want to see your holiday lights and decorations. What’s Happening: The two organizations are running a holiday lights contest from Nov. 28 through Dec. 12 where Georgians can win prizes by sharing their festive displays or community service projects on Instagram. What’s Important: The grand prize winner gets four sideline tickets […]
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Brookhaven Police Track and Arrest Fugitive With Cameras and K9
What’s Happening: Officers responded to Pollo Campero on Buford Highway on November 24 after employees triggered an alarm during a domestic dispute. The woman involved told police the man had a felony warrant and was carrying a gun. What’s Important: Police used the Operation Plugged In camera system to follow 22-year-old Antonio Dwayne Bailey as he walked […]
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A Thanksgiving Message From Kingland Police Chief Rick Evans
As we gather with family and friends to celebrate Thanksgiving, I want to take a moment to share how truly grateful I am for our community. This season reminds us of the importance of compassion, unity, and looking out for one another—and I see those values lived out every day here in Kingsland. I am […]
Posted inEconomy
Record 187 Million Americans Plan to Shop Thanksgiving Weekend
Nearly 187 million Americans are expected to shop between Thanksgiving and Cyber Monday this year, breaking last year’s record. What’s Happening: The National Retail Federation says 186.9 million people plan to shop during the five-day holiday weekend. That’s 3 million more than last year’s previous record of 183.4 million shoppers. What’s Important: Black Friday remains the biggest […]
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Comcast Business Launches Wireless Connect to Keep Southeast Small Businesses Connected
In today’s fast-paced digital world, small businesses can’t afford to be offline—not even for a moment. From processing transactions and managing cloud-based tools to staying connected with customers, reliable internet access is the backbone of modern business. Comcast Business has introduced Wireless Connect, a new solution designed to keep small businesses across the South online, […]
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ByHeart Expands Recall to All Baby Formula After Finding Botulism in Unopened Cans
A baby formula company has expanded its recall to include every product it makes after finding dangerous bacteria in unopened containers. What’s Happening: ByHeart now says all of its formula across all product lots may be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum Type A — the bacteria that causes infant botulism. The company found the bacteria in five […]
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Police Search For Hit-And-Run Driver Who Fled Crash Scene At McDonough Publix
What’s Happening: A vehicle was involved in a hit-and-run crash around 3:54 p.m. on November 22 at the Publix located at 2158 Highway 20 West in McDonough, according to the Henry County Police Department. What’s Important: The vehicle is displaying a license plate that does not belong to it, according to police. This could indicate […]
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AMBER Alert: Father Kidnaps 2-Month-Old Baby After Attacking Mother in Clayton County
UPDATE: According to the GBI, Roman Williams was found safe in Tennessee. The original article is below. A 2-month-old baby was kidnapped by his father after the man attacked the child’s mother and stole her car in Clayton County. What’s Happening: Police say Tariq Denzell Williams took his infant son Roman Williams during a dispute […]
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South Fulton Fire Station Closes for Repairs After Structural Damage
What’s Happening: The fire station at 3175 Bethsaida Road shut down while crews make repairs to fix the damage. Fire trucks and rescue units from that station have moved to other locations across the city. What’s Important: The city says residents and businesses should see little to no change in how fast help arrives during […]
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Safe Spots for Online Buying and Selling in Cobb County
Planning to meet a stranger to buy or sell something you found online? Cobb County police want you to handle online buying and selling exchanges at your local police station. What’s Happening: The Cobb County Police Department has set up safe online buying exchange zones at all five of its precincts and headquarters where people […]
