Katie Lessard, a fourth-grade teacher at Puckett’s Mill Elementary School, has been named the Gwinnett County Public Schools Teacher of the Year. The district recognized Lessard during an awards ceremony on January 30 at the Gas South Convention Center, where 141 local school Teachers of the Year, 25 semifinalists, and six finalists were honored. Lessard, […]
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Georgia Congressman Sparks Controversy Over School Lunch Comments
Some Georgia families are calling out Congressman Rich McCormick after he suggested that some children receiving free school lunches should get jobs instead. ✨ What’s Happening: During an interview on CNN, McCormick, a Republican from Georgia, defended a the Trump administration’s attempt to freeze federal aid, arguing that it would allow the government to reassess […]
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Local Governments Could Get More Time to Decide on Georgia’s Property Tax Cap
(The Center Square) – A bill that would give Georgia governments until May 1 to opt out of a homestead exemption passed out of the House Ways and Means Committee on Wednesday. House Bill 581 freezes property assessments at the rate of inflation. The General Assembly passed the bill last year, and 63% of Georgia voters […]
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Cobb Police Get Nearly $385,000 to Crack Down on Drunk Driving
Cobb County drivers, take note. Local police are stepping up efforts to keep drunk drivers off the roads. 🚦 What’s Happening: The Cobb County Police Department is expanding its efforts to combat drunk driving and reckless speeding. Officers will focus on high-risk areas where crashes and DUI-related incidents are most common. The goal? Fewer accidents, […]
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Remembering Ryan O’Hara and Sam Lilley: Georgia Residents Killed in Potomac Air Collision
A tragic mid-air collision over the Potomac River near Washington, D.C., has claimed the lives of two young Georgians, both with deep ties to aviation and a commitment to service. Ryan O’Hara, a Parkview High School graduate from Lilburn, was the crew chief aboard the Army Black Hawk helicopter involved in the crash. Sam Lilley, […]
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Groundhog Day 2025: Early Spring or Extended Winter?
Before Punxsutawney Phil predicts a long winter or an early spring at Groundhog Day this weekend, AccuWeather expert meteorologists are offering an early look at the weather trends expected in February. Back-to-back blasts of bitterly cold Arctic air were felt across much of the central and eastern U.S., and a winter storm brought rare snow and […]
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Mattie’s Call Issued for Missing 87-Year-Old Georgia Man with Dementia
Cobb County police are asking for the public’s help in finding 87-year-old John Elmer Eaton, who has been reported missing. Just the Facts: Eaton was last seen Thursday morning around 8 a.m. leaving his home in Marietta. He was supposed to meet friends at a local McDonald’s but never arrived. Police issued a Mattie’s Call, […]
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Atlanta United to Host 2025 Block Party Ahead of Season Opener
Atlanta United will kick off the 2025 season with its annual Block Party on Saturday, February 15, at Historic Fourth Ward Skatepark Field. The event will run from noon to 6 p.m. and feature live entertainment, giveaways, raffle prizes, and drink specials. Fans of all ages are invited to attend, but tickets are required for […]
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Taken At Church: Tucker Man Arrested in Immigration Raid During Worship
A Tucker family is struggling after a father of three was taken into custody by immigration agents—right outside his church. 📍 What’s Happening: Wilson Velásquez, 36, was attending Sunday service at Iglesia Fuente de Vida in Tucker when his ankle monitor started beeping. He stepped outside to check it, and that’s when Immigration and Customs […]
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More Parking, Less Hassle: Augusta University Opens New Parking Deck
Students, faculty, and staff at Augusta University are getting a much-needed boost in parking with a brand-new deck on the Health Sciences Campus. The facility, opening ahead of schedule, adds 1,350 parking spaces, increasing capacity by 60%. 🛠️ What’s Happening: Augusta University is officially unveiling its new parking deck on Wednesday, February 5, at 3 […]
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Are You Taking All of Your Time Off?
Nearly half of American workers failed to use all their paid time off in 2024—and Georgia employees were no exception. 🚨 What’s Happening: A new survey by Solitaired found that 51% of Georgia workers left PTO unused last year. On average, employees across the state left behind 3.67 days of time off. 🌴 Why It […]
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Buford Man Shot and Killed in Roommate Dispute
A deadly shooting in Buford has police investigating what appears to be a dispute between roommates. Just the Facts: The Details: Gwinnett County police are working to piece together what led to the shooting. Crime scene investigators have been gathering evidence, while detectives are interviewing witnesses. So far, authorities say the motive appears to be […]
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Military Blackhawk Helicopter Collides With American Airlines Plane
(The Center Square) – A commercial plane collided with a military helicopter near Reagan National Airport in Arlington, Va., and crashed into the Potomac River, according to the Federal Aviation Administration. The FAA confirms the flight was a commuter jet, American Airlines 5342, out of Wichita, Kan. The aircraft “collided midair with a Sikorsky H-60 […]
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Deputies Mistake Hit and Run Victim for Stabbing Victim: What We Know
A 43-year-old Macon women was previously thought to have been stabbed, but autopsy results conclude she was hit by a vehicle. Just The Facts: How You Can Help: If you have any more information, please contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-751-7500 or Macon Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.
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Trump signs Laken Riley Act Into Law
Legislation named in honor of a Georgia nursing student murdered by an illegal immigrant Wednesday became the first bill signed into law by President Donald Trump. The Laken Riley Act requires federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to arrest, detain and deport illegal immigrants who commit nonviolent crimes including theft, burglary, larceny or shoplifting. Riley, a 22-year-old […]
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Missing Teen in Hampton: Authorities Seek Your Help
Authorities in Henry County are asking for the public’s help to find a missing 15-year-old boy who may have run away. Just The Facts: How You Can Help: Anyone with information on Allen’s whereabouts is urged to contact: Every tip matters—please share this information to help bring Allen home safely.
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Strip Down for a Good Cause at Cupid’s Undie Run Atlanta
On February 15, brave souls across Atlanta will shed their layers—literally—and hit the streets in their underwear for Cupid’s Undie Run, the nation’s biggest pants-optional charity run. This is your chance to run wild and raise money for a cause that actually matters. The event supports neurofibromatosis (NF) research—a genetic disorder that causes tumors to […]
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Warm Weather Holds in Georgia But Rain Moves in Friday
Georgia is getting a break from winter chills with sunshine and comfortable temperatures, but don’t get used to it. A storm system is set to roll in Friday, bringing rain and gusty winds that could impact travel and outdoor plans. ☀️ What’s Happening: Sunshine and warm temperatures stick around for now, but rain is on […]
