The Glynn County Police Department is searching for a 74-year-old woman last seen at her home in November. What’s Happening: Judy Ann Deen was last seen at her home in the Touchstone area of Glynn County around November 13, 2025. Police are investigating her disappearance as a missing and endangered elderly person case. What We […]
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Man Arrested After Stolen Truck Chase Across Two Georgia Counties
A 34-year-old man was arrested Monday evening after a vehicle pursuit involving a stolen truck crossed between two counties. What’s Happening: McKendrige Ross Veasley, of Warthen, was taken into custody without incident on Mills Lindsey School Road off Highway 15 North in Washington County. The Washington County Sheriff’s Office was notified earlier Monday evening that […]
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Could Mobile Units and Student Loan Aid Help Solve Georgia’s Rural Cancer Crisis?
A state legislative committee is recommending expanded loan forgiveness for doctors and increased funding for mobile screening units to combat a severe shortage of cancer care providers in rural Georgia. The House Study Committee on Cancer Care Access released its final report following a series of public meetings across the state held last year. The committee, chaired […]
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BioLab Fire May Have Contained Same Cancer Risk as in ‘Erin Brockovich’ Movie
When Georgia environmental officials analyzed the first ash samples collected after the September 2024 BioLab chemical fire in Conyers, one element immediately stood out: chromium. The element chromium occurs naturally in some soils and is generally non-toxic. But when it burns, such as during a chemical fire, it can change into a cancer-causing compound. The […]
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Traffic Stop in Crisp County Leads to Drug Arrest
A traffic stop in Crisp County for a headlight violation led to a drug arrest after an officer discovered multiple illegal drugs. What’s Happening: A Crisp County deputy stopped a vehicle on Jan. 3 for a headlight violation. The deputy reported smelling a strong odor of marijuana coming from the vehicle. A search led to […]
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Why Georgians Pay More for Health Care Than Patients in Other States
If you live in Georgia and buy your own health insurance, you may have already felt how fragile the system is. Federal subsidies created under the Affordable Care have expired, causing monthly health insurance premiums to jump for millions of Georgia residents. Many Georgians have already seen sharp increases in what they pay for the […]
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Opinion: The Growing Republican Divide
Across the nation, and in Georgia, the division within the Republican Party is unmistakable. It is loud and performative, driven by public feuds, loyalty tests, and constant internal disputes that generate attention without direction. This is seen on Capitol Hill, the Georgia General Assembly, social media, and the news headlines. Less visible is the deeper […]
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Georgia Flu Cases Surge
Flu activity is widespread and severe across Georgia, with cases expected to increase as people return to work and school after the holidays. What’s happening: The Georgia Department of Public Health reports widespread flu activity throughout the state. The CDC projects this will be a severe flu season nationwide. What’s important: Health officials strongly urge […]
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I-16 Eastbound Closed After Semi Overturns at Exit 165
What’s Happening: An overturned semi-truck at Exit 165 (37th Street Connector) has closed all eastbound lanes of I-16. The incident occurred around 9:05 a.m. today, according to the Savannah Fire Department. What’s Important: The driver sustained minor injuries and was transported by emergency medical services. As of 10:25 a.m., the eastbound lanes remained closed while […]
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Shots Fired at Warner Robins McDonald’s Drive-Through
What’s Happening: Warner Robins Police responded to shots fired at the McDonald’s at 1869 Watson Boulevard at 6:03 p.m. on January 4. Officers found Dyketa Brown, 40, and James Brown, 38, with minor injuries from shattered glass. What’s Important: According to police, an unknown Black male walking through the parking lot fired several shots into […]