Georgia’s 2020 presidential election results are again under scrutiny after Fulton County officials acknowledged a paperwork failure involving vote tabulator tapes. The issue has fueled online claims that hundreds of thousands of votes were illegal. State officials say the claims misunderstand how Georgia elections work. What’s Happening: Fulton County told the State Election Board that […]
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Georgia 14-Year-Old Killed in Hit-and-Run While Riding Electric Bike
A teenager riding an electric bike was struck and killed by a driver who fled the scene in Chatham County. What’s Happening: The Chatham County Police Department is investigating the fatal hit-and-run of a 14-year-old boy. It happened on December 28, around 7 p.m. near Glade and Ferguson. What’s Important: The boy was riding an […]
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Top Georgia News Stories of 2025
The year started with news about presidents past and present, as Donald Trump was sworn in for a second term and Georgia mourned the loss of Jimmy Carter. The Trump administration implemented major changes to immigration and trade policy that reverberated across the country and in Georgia. Developments driven by technology companies also rocked the […]
Posted inEconomy
Gas Prices in Georgia Drop Heading Into the New Year
Georgia drivers are seeing lower gas prices as they end the year. As of Monday, the statewide average fell to $2.68 per gallon. Minor day-to-day fluctuations are expected. What’s Happening: Gas prices in Georgia are down; Filling up a standard 15-gallon tank now costs about $40.20. What’s Important: Nationally, gas prices also decreased. The national […]
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Georgia’s $1.4 Billion Plan for Rural Health Enhancement
State officials have introduced a $1.4 billion plan to improve rural health outcomes over the next five years under the federal Rural Health Transformation Program created as part of this summer’s budget reconciliation bill. In a 96-page application, officials from the state’s Department of Community Health requested funds to improve access to primary and specialty care […]
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Asphalt Truck Fire on Highway 23
A tanker truck accident occurred on Highway 23 and Joseph Circle, resulting in a fire and minor injuries for the driver. What’s Happening: The tanker truck, transporting asphalt tar, caught fire after colliding with a light pole. What’s Important: The driver managed to escape with minor injuries and received care from Tattnall County EMS. Currently, […]
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What Ever Happened to The Man Accused of Attempted Kidnapping at a Georgia Walmart?
A Georgia man accused of trying to kidnap a toddler at a Walmart spent more than six weeks in jail before prosecutors dropped the case. What’s Happening: Mahendra “Mick” Patel was arrested in March following a reported incident at a Walmart in Cobb County and was held for 47 days before being released. What’s Important: […]
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Hall County Sheriff’s Office Searches for Missing Buford Woman
The Hall County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help finding a missing Buford woman. What’s Happening: Amber-Rae Leigh Harris, 36, of Buford, was last seen on June 24 in the Calvary Church Road area. She was reported missing on Sept. 2 after she stopped responding to messages from some family members. What’s Important: Harris is […]
Posted inWeather
Overnight Rain Moves Across Georgia
Rain showers are set to move across Georgia overnight into Monday morning as a cold front moves through the state, according to the National Weather Service in Atlanta. What’s Happening: Forecasters said rain showers will track from northwest to southeast overnight and into Monday morning ahead of a cold front. What’s Important: The National Weather Service said […]
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I’m Not Getting On The Post-Christmas Hamster Wheel This Year
Legend has it that every Christmas evening, after the wrapping paper carnage had settled, the ham had been devoured, and everyone was sprawled out in a gravy-induced stupor, my great-grandfather would rise from his recliner, stretch dramatically, and proclaim, “Well, Christmas is as far away as ever.” And then he’d shuffle off to bed. But […]