Two congressional races in the northern Atlanta suburbs this November could determine whether Democrats can solidify their majority in the U.S. House — or even add to it. In their efforts to win Georgia’s 6th and 7th congressional districts, Democrats are taking the fight to traditionally Republican territory. Both districts supported Donald Trump over Hillary […]
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Here’s what David Perdue and Jon Ossoff had to say during their debate
U.S. Sen. David Perdue, R-Ga., and Democratic challenger Jon Ossoff lobbed the same criticisms at each other Monday that Georgia TV viewers have grown used to from their relentless attack ads. During an hourlong debate sponsored by the Atlanta Press Club, Perdue labeled Ossoff as a “radical socialist” pushing an agenda that includes de-funding the […]
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Police chase with U-Haul in Coweta County ends in gunfire
NEWNAN — A police chase Sunday night in Coweta County ended in gunfire when officers shot into a U-Haul to end the chase. According to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation, preliminary information indicates that at about 9:21 p.m., the Coweta County Sheriff’s Office received a 911 call to respond to the BP truck stop at […]
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Here’s how Georgians reacted to Falcons Coach Dan Quinn’s firing
Falcons fans were not shy about their feelings as news broke about Head Coach Dan Quinn being fired. The fans took to Twitter to give Dan Quinn a sendoff like only Atlanta sports fans can. Below are what your fellow Georgians are saying about the departing head coach of the Atlanta Falcons.
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Falcons fire Dan Quinn and Thomas Dimitroff
In the midst of what has been a dismal season for the Atlanta Falcons, the team’s ownership announced last night that head coach Dan Quinn and General Manager Thomas Dimitroff have been fired effective immediately. Falcons President and CEO Rich McKay has assumed day-to-day oversight of football operations in the interim and will assist Arthur […]
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18-year-old arrested in slaying of Georgia 9-year-old
TIFTON — An 18-year-old has been arrested and charged with murder in the stabbing death of a 9-year-old girl. According to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation, 18-year-old Semaj Antonio Moss, of Tifton, has been arrested and charged with malice murder, felony murder, and aggravated assault in connection with the death of Alazia Johnson. He was picked […]
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Northwest Georgia and West Central Georgia are under a tornado watch
The remnants of Hurricane Delta are being felt in Georgia this weekend. According to the National Weather Service, parts of Northwest Georgia and West Central Georgia are under a tornado watch until 9 p.m. Saturday evening. A line of heavy showers and scattered thunderstorms are expected to move through the forecast are this afternoon through […]
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Two 12-year-old girls were shot during an attempted robbery in Savannah
Savannah Police are investigating an attempted armed robbery that resulted in the shooting of two 12-year-old girls Friday. At about 1:30 p.m., officers responded to a local hospital on a report of two girls, both 12-years-old, who were transported there by private vehicle, with non-life-threatening shooting injuries. According to police, an adult relative and the […]
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Tanger Outlets launches pink campaign to support breast cancer research
Tanger Outlets has launched its 27th annual Tanger Pink Campaign to support breast cancer research. The outlet centers will offer shoppers savings during the campaign. Tanger has been involved in the fight against breast cancer for the last 27 years and this year is no exception, even amid the pandemic. All proceeds from the campaign […]