An 18-year-old Rome area man is behind bars after allegedly opening fire on someone trying to leave a Park Avenue residence Monday night. Jacob Jamel Richmond now faces aggravated assault and terroristic threats charges in connection with the shooting that left one person injured. What Happened: Police say the trouble started when the victim was […]
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Walker County Election Office and Precinct Move to Old Family Dollar Location
The Walker County Elections and Registration Office is moving to a renovated building on South Main Street in LaFayette, and voters assigned to the LaFayette Precinct will cast their ballots at the new location for all future elections. What’s Happening: The Elections Office is leaving the Walker County Courthouse and relocating to 311 S. Main […]
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Who is To Blame For Health Subsidies Expiring in Georgia?
Georgia Democrats blamed Republican U.S. Senate candidates for the expiration of Affordable Care Act health insurance subsidies Tuesday, an opening 2026 salvo in the critical Senate race. The Democratic attack targeted the three Republicans in the race — U.S. Rep. Buddy Carter, U.S. Rep. Mike Collins and former football coach Derek Dooley — for opposing […]
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Firefighters Rescue Trapped Residents From Duluth Apartment Fire
What’s Happening: Gwinnett County firefighters responded to the Cortland Duluth Apartments at 1335 Herrington Road NW at 11:52 p.m. Monday after residents reported smoke entering their units. Crews arrived to find smoke and fire coming from a lower-level unit and discovered several people trapped on upper floors. What’s Important: Firefighters used ground and aerial ladders […]
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One Lane Blocked on I-285 South in Fulton County After Crash
One left lane is blocked on I-285 southbound past Hollowell Parkway at mile marker 11.5 in Fulton County due to a crash. The Georgia Department of Transportation is advising drivers to expect delays and use alternate routes. What’s Important: The estimated clearance time is 9:30 a.m. The crash is affecting the left lane only, with […]
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Banks County Sheriff’s Office Made 12 Arrests Last Week
The Banks County Sheriff’s Office responded to 920 calls for service during the week of Jan. 12 through Jan. 18. What’s Happening: The sheriff’s office released its weekly activity report showing law enforcement operations across the county. Deputies made 27 arrests and responded to 15 motor vehicle accidents. What’s Important: The agency conducted 486 extra […]
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Water Main Break in Warner Robins: What We Know
What’s Happening: City crews are responding to a water main break on S. Davis Drive near Clay Street. The city says minimal service impact is expected. What’s Important: Motorists should use caution and expect possible delays while repairs are underway. The Path Forward: Repairs are currently underway, though the city has not provided a timeline […]
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Woman Dies After Being Found Unresponsive at Bibb County Jail
A 55-year-old woman died Sunday after jail staff found her unresponsive in her cell at the Bibb County jail. What’s Happening: Staff discovered the woman unresponsive in her cell around 2 p.m. Sunday, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. Paramedics rushed her to Navicent Atrium Health, where she was pronounced dead around 6 p.m. […]
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Winter Storm Threatens Georgia This Weekend
A winter storm is expected to impact the Eastern United States this weekend, with the potential for wintry precipitation including freezing rain in parts of Georgia. What’s Happening: The National Weather Service in Atlanta and Peachtree City issued alerts Monday about a significant winter storm forecast for the Eastern U.S. this weekend. Arctic air is […]
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Will Georgians Be Able to See The Northern Lights Tonight?
Georgians might get a rare chance to see the aurora borealis Monday night after the sun ejected a massive burst of energy Sunday. What’s Happening: A coronal mass ejection left the sun Sunday, launching charged particles toward Earth. Aurora displays happen when these particles slam into our planet’s magnetic field. What’s Important: Federal forecasters at […]