Friday is the last day for Forsyth County voters to cast early ballots before next week’s special elections and Cumming municipal race. Why it matters: Early voting lets residents avoid Election Day lines and vote at any of four county locations rather than being limited to their assigned precinct. What’s happening: Four polling sites across […]
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Last Day of Early Voting: Where to Vote in Carroll County
Friday marks the final chance for Carroll County voters to cast early ballots ahead of next week’s general election. Why it matters: Early voting eliminates Election Day crowds and gives voters flexibility to participate on their own schedule before Tuesday’s contest. What’s happening: Two locations across Carroll County are open for early voting today until […]
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Georgia Halloween Weather: What Will The Temperature Be For Trick-or-Treating?
Parents can put away the rain ponchos and umbrellas. Halloween night will be dry across Georgia, according to the National Weather Service. Why It Matters: After a dreary Thursday, families planning to trick-or-treat can expect clear skies and comfortable temperatures Friday evening—no need to cover up costumes with rain gear. What’s Happening: Sunshine and dry […]
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Hard Freeze Watch Issued for North Georgia This Weekend
North Georgia residents need to protect their plants and pipes before bedtime Friday as temperatures could drop to 29 degrees Saturday morning. What’s Happening: The National Weather Service issued a freeze watch for parts of Rabun, Habersham, and other northern counties from late Friday night through Saturday morning. Temperatures could kill crops and damage outdoor […]
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48-Year-Old Man Charged With Murder After Walmart Stabbing Death
A man faces a murder charge after an 18-year-old died from stab wounds following a fight over a shopping cart at a Chatham County Walmart last week. What’s Happening: The Chatham County Police Department arrested 48-year-old Delano Middleton today and charged him with murder in connection with the death of an 18-year-old who was stabbed […]
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Chatham Area Transit Drops Fares on Election Day to Get Voters to the Polls
Chatham Area Transit will offer free rides across all routes on Election Day, removing one barrier between residents and their polling places. Why it matters: Transportation costs shouldn’t determine who gets to vote. The move gives anyone without a car or cash a guaranteed way to reach their polling location Nov. 4. What’s happening: CAT’s […]
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What’s Viral: ’67’ Named Word of The Year
If you’ve spent any time near a teenager this year, you’ve probably heard someone yell “67” and wondered if you missed a memo. You didn’t. There is no memo. That’s the entire point. Why It Matters: Dictionary.com just crowned “67” as its 2025 Word of the Year, cementing what might be the most aggressively meaningless […]
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Former Stonecrest Mayor Faces New Charges for Lying About Felony Record
A former Stonecrest mayor who went to prison for stealing COVID-19 relief money now faces state charges for lying about his criminal record to register to vote and run for city council. What’s Happening: A DeKalb County grand jury indicted 63-year-old Jason Wallace Lary on Tuesday on four charges, including false registration and making false […]
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Will Brian Kemp Step in to Help Georgia Families Losing SNAP Benefits?
Georgia residents who rely on food assistance could soon lose benefits as the federal government shutdown drags on, and state leaders say they can’t step in to help. What’s Happening: Governor Brian Kemp told reporters Wednesday that Georgia lacks the money to replace federal SNAP benefits if Washington fails to reach a budget deal. The […]
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15,000 Baby Mattresses Recalled Over Suffocation Risk
Parents who bought portable crib mattresses from Modera need to stop using them right now. What’s Happening: Modera is recalling about 15,000 Pack N Play mattresses because they don’t fit play yards properly. The gaps between the mattress and the side walls can trap babies and stop them from breathing. The mattresses were sold on […]
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Roswell Approves $3.2 Million Trail To Make Woodstock Road Safer
A new multi-use trail along Woodstock Road will give residents and students a safer way to walk and bike to schools and parks. What’s Happening: Roswell City Council approved a $3.19 million contract to build the first part of the Woodstock Road Multi-Use Trail. Construction starts early 2026 and should finish before school begins in […]
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Police Search for Two Suspects After Augusta Theft
Authorities are asking for your help to find two people they say stole something from a business on Washington Road. What’s Happening: The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office posted pictures of two people wanted in connection with a theft on Wednesday on the 3100 block of Washington Road. According to the sheriff’s office, the two people […]
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Deputy Shoots Man After Macon Circle K Attack
A man attacked workers and customers at a convenience store early Thursday morning before a deputy shot him, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. What’s Happening: Deputies say 28-year-old Zachary Aaron Ware died after a Bibb County deputy shot him at the Circle K on Chambers Road, according to the sheriff’s office. The shooting […]
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Woman Arrested After 4-Year-Old’s Body Found in Car Trunk
A 4-year-old girl was found dead in the trunk of a car in Hall County over the weekend. What’s Happening: Jessica Motes was arrested Sunday after her father saw her at a shopping center parking lot in Oakwood. According to court documents, she told him she had hurt the child and thought the girl was […]
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They Made It! The Atlanta Dogwood Festival Will Return in 2026
The Atlanta Dogwood Festival will happen next spring after receiving partial funding and permission from the city to charge admission for the first time in its 90-year history. What’s Happening: The festival raised about $72,000 of its $250,000 goal by the Nov. 1 deadline. The City of Atlanta agreed to let organizers charge entry fees […]
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What Are Georgia’s Best Costume Shops For Halloween?
Halloween still brings out the shoppers, but Georgians are watching their wallets more carefully this year. What’s Happening: Two Georgia costume stores landed on a new list of America’s best Halloween shops. Psycho Sisters in Atlanta ranked 12th, while Ensemble Sewing & Costumes in Augusta came in 59th. Montana Capital surveyed shoppers across the country […]
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54 Years Separate Marietta’s Mayoral Candidates
A 24-year-old systems engineer wants to unseat the 78-year-old mayor who’s run Marietta for 16 years. Why It Matters: The November 4 election pits incumbent Steve “Thunder” Tumlin against Sam Foster in what’s become one of Georgia’s most interesting generational showdowns. If elected, Foster would become Marietta’s first Black mayor and its youngest. The Incumbent: […]
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Two Men Caught Trying to Sneak Drugs Into a Georgia Prison
A police dog tracked down two men hiding in the woods near Washington State Prison with a bag full of drugs and other illegal items. What’s Happening: Antonio Hakness, 23, and Jamarius Favors, 19, face multiple charges after deputies found them with contraband they planned to give to inmates. What’s Important: Deputies responded to reports […]
