What’s Happening: Officers responded to Pollo Campero on Buford Highway on November 24 after employees triggered an alarm during a domestic dispute. The woman involved told police the man had a felony warrant and was carrying a gun. What’s Important: Police used the Operation Plugged In camera system to follow 22-year-old Antonio Dwayne Bailey as he walked […]
Posted inOpinion
A Thanksgiving Message From Kingland Police Chief Rick Evans
As we gather with family and friends to celebrate Thanksgiving, I want to take a moment to share how truly grateful I am for our community. This season reminds us of the importance of compassion, unity, and looking out for one another—and I see those values lived out every day here in Kingsland. I am […]
Posted inEconomy
Record 187 Million Americans Plan to Shop Thanksgiving Weekend
Nearly 187 million Americans are expected to shop between Thanksgiving and Cyber Monday this year, breaking last year’s record. What’s Happening: The National Retail Federation says 186.9 million people plan to shop during the five-day holiday weekend. That’s 3 million more than last year’s previous record of 183.4 million shoppers. What’s Important: Black Friday remains the biggest […]
Posted inSpecial Features
Comcast Business Launches Wireless Connect to Keep Southeast Small Businesses Connected
In today’s fast-paced digital world, small businesses can’t afford to be offline—not even for a moment. From processing transactions and managing cloud-based tools to staying connected with customers, reliable internet access is the backbone of modern business. Comcast Business has introduced Wireless Connect, a new solution designed to keep small businesses across the South online, […]
Posted inHealth
ByHeart Expands Recall to All Baby Formula After Finding Botulism in Unopened Cans
A baby formula company has expanded its recall to include every product it makes after finding dangerous bacteria in unopened containers. What’s Happening: ByHeart now says all of its formula across all product lots may be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum Type A — the bacteria that causes infant botulism. The company found the bacteria in five […]
Posted inCrime
Police Search For Hit-And-Run Driver Who Fled Crash Scene At McDonough Publix
What’s Happening: A vehicle was involved in a hit-and-run crash around 3:54 p.m. on November 22 at the Publix located at 2158 Highway 20 West in McDonough, according to the Henry County Police Department. What’s Important: The vehicle is displaying a license plate that does not belong to it, according to police. This could indicate […]
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AMBER Alert: Father Kidnaps 2-Month-Old Baby After Attacking Mother in Clayton County
UPDATE: According to the GBI, Roman Williams was found safe in Tennessee. The original article is below. A 2-month-old baby was kidnapped by his father after the man attacked the child’s mother and stole her car in Clayton County. What’s Happening: Police say Tariq Denzell Williams took his infant son Roman Williams during a dispute […]
Posted inPublic Safety
South Fulton Fire Station Closes for Repairs After Structural Damage
What’s Happening: The fire station at 3175 Bethsaida Road shut down while crews make repairs to fix the damage. Fire trucks and rescue units from that station have moved to other locations across the city. What’s Important: The city says residents and businesses should see little to no change in how fast help arrives during […]
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Safe Spots for Online Buying and Selling in Cobb County
Planning to meet a stranger to buy or sell something you found online? Cobb County police want you to handle online buying and selling exchanges at your local police station. What’s Happening: The Cobb County Police Department has set up safe online buying exchange zones at all five of its precincts and headquarters where people […]
Posted inLocal
Cherokee County’s Alert App Hit by Cyberattack as Severe Weather is Expected
Cherokee County’s emergency alert app was knocked offline by hackers just as severe weather threatens the area today. What’s Happening: CodeRED, the county’s mass notification system, was hit by a targeted cyberattack from an organized criminal group. The system is currently down. What’s Important: Cherokee County has a backup alert system and can still send […]
