New details reveal Hall County’s top cop was drinking malt liquor for hours before getting behind the wheel of a county vehicle. Why It Matters: The person responsible for keeping Hall County roads safe allegedly drove drunk on those same roads. Residents now know more about what happened — and it’s worse than the initial […]
Posted inEconomy
2 Georgia cities rank among worst in US for credit scores
Two Georgia cities landed near the bottom of a national credit score ranking released Thursday by WalletHub, a personal finance company. What’s Happening: Augusta and Columbus both tied for 173rd place out of 182 cities in WalletHub’s 2026 Cities with the Highest and Lowest Credit Scores report. WalletHub based the rankings on its own data […]
Posted inHealth
‘If I have a heart attack, I’m not going to negotiate:’ Georgia lawmakers move to cut surprise ambulance bills
Accident victims who have insurance would be able to worry a little less about the cost of an ambulance ride under legislation approved by the Georgia House Wednesday. House Bill 961 would require that insurers bill their customers the same whether or not the ambulance was in network. “If I have a heart attack, I’m […]
Posted inTraffic & Transportation
Driver dies in head-on crash in Augusta
A driver died Wednesday morning after a head-on crash on Barton Chapel Road in Augusta, the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office said. What’s Happening: At 6:34 a.m. on March 4, a gray Mitsubishi Mirage and a black Chevrolet Impala collided head-on in the 2600 block of Barton Chapel Road. The Mirage was heading east when it […]
Posted inLocal Heroes
Henry County firefighter dies after medical emergency on duty
A Henry County firefighter and paramedic died Sunday after suffering a medical emergency while on duty. What’s Happening: Henry County Fire Rescue announced the death of Firefighter Stephen Reeves. Reeves had a medical emergency Sunday and was taken to the hospital by his own crew. He did not survive. What’s Important: Reeves served Henry County […]
Posted inCrime
Jones County deputies answered nearly 2,800 calls in February
The Jones County Sheriff’s Office responded to 2,782 calls for service in February, the agency said in its monthly activity report. What’s Happening: Deputies conducted 1,083 traffic stops and served 335 warrants and civil papers during the month. Patrols covered nearly 69,000 miles across Jones County. What’s Important: The sheriff’s office publishes monthly activity reports […]
Posted inIn The News
South Fulton says no to ICE detention centers
The City of South Fulton has passed a resolution opposing the use of warehouses and other facilities as U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention centers. What’s Happening: The resolution, sponsored by District 3 Councilwoman Helen Zenobia Willis, states the city’s official opposition to the acquisition, renovation, expansion, or operation of any facility used as an […]
Posted inCrime
Henry County Police prepare for ‘Teen Takeover’ in Jonesboro. What you should know.
Henry County police say they are aware of social media posts promoting an “Urban Air Takeover” this Saturday at a shopping center along Jonesboro Road and are preparing a heavy law enforcement response. What’s happening: The Henry County Police Department announced it is coordinating with Urban Air, businesses at Henry Town Center Shopping Complex, and […]
Posted inMissing
Canton police search for missing at-risk teen near Walmart
Canton police are searching for a missing 19-year-old woman described as at-risk. What’s Happening: The Canton Police Department posted on Facebook asking the public to help locate 19-year-old Sarah Vivian Lukehart. Officers believe she is on foot near the Walmart on the city’s main commercial corridor and in surrounding neighborhoods. What’s Important: Police have increased […]
Posted inEducation
Should political party matter in Cobb School Board races?
A bill in the Georgia Senate would remove party labels from Cobb County school board elections starting in 2028. What’s Happening: Senate Bill 510 would change how voters choose members of the Cobb County Board of Education. Right now, candidates run as Republicans or Democrats. Under the bill, they would run without any party label. […]
Posted inYour Vote
Georgia bill would remove party labels from some county elections
A bill moving through the Georgia Senate would strip party labels from certain county elections, but only in counties that appoint a medical examiner instead of electing a coroner. What’s Happening: Senate Bill 573 would require candidates for most elected county offices, and some district attorney races, to run without a party label in those […]
Posted inYour Government
Glynn County Schools and Brunswick swap land in deal covering 48+ acres
Glynn County Schools and the City of Brunswick have completed a land swap that gives the school district 18 acres next to the Golden Isles College & Career Academy and hands three properties totaling more than 30 acres to the city. What’s Happening: The two governments finalized the deal with no cash changing hands. The […]
Posted inCrime
‘We’re charging the parents.’ Atlanta police crack down on teen takeovers
The Atlanta Police Department arrested 17 people on Saturday during an unauthorized gathering of teenagers on the Beltline. Charges include curfew violations, possession of a handgun by a minor, and possession of marijuana. Similar recent events have been shut down by law enforcement at Atlantic Station and The Battery. In the latter location, two teenagers […]
Posted inGeorgia By The Numbers
Georgia ranked 2nd best state for immigrants in new report
Georgia ranks second in the country for immigrants in 2026, according to a new report from SmileHub, a nonprofit organization. Virginia ranked first. What’s Happening: SmileHub compared all 50 states across 16 metrics to produce its Best States for Immigrants in 2026 ranking. Georgia scored 59.34 out of 100. Virginia topped the list with a […]
Posted inHealth
Mold and food expired for over a year: Canton senior living facility fails health inspection
A Canton senior living facility’s kitchen failed its routine inspection Tuesday, racking up violations that included moldy equipment, food expired by more than a year, and salad served at nearly 60 degrees. Why It Matters: Cameron Hall of Canton serves elderly residents who are among the most vulnerable to foodborne illness. The kitchen scored a […]
Posted inTraffic & Transportation
One person killed in crash on Duluth Highway
One person died in a crash on Duluth Highway (Ga. 120) near Frankie Lane in Duluth, the Duluth Police Department reported Wednesday evening. What’s Happening: The department’s Accident Investigation Unit, a specialized team that handles serious and fatal crashes, responded to the scene. Duluth Highway was closed near Frankie Lane while officers investigated. What’s Important: […]
Posted inWeather
Dense fog blankets much of Georgia Wednesday morning
Dense fog is cutting visibility to less than a quarter mile across dozens of Georgia counties Wednesday morning, with weather alerts stretching from the northwest corner of the state to the southeast. What’s Happening: The National Weather Service has issued Dense Fog Advisories and a Special Weather Statement covering more than 60 Georgia counties. The […]
Posted inScam Alert
Scam Alert: Fulton Sheriff warns of toll violation scam
A notice telling people they must appear in court for a toll violation is fake, the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office says. What’s Happening: The sheriff’s office says multiple people have reported receiving the notice as a text message over the past few days. Some people went to the courthouse in Atlanta and found no hearing […]
