The head of Braselton’s police department is facing criminal charges after investigators say he used police technology to track and harass people. What’s Happening: The Georgia Bureau of Investigation arrested Braselton Police Chief Michael Steffman on Tuesday after a multi-month investigation found he misused automated license plate recognition systems to stalk and harass multiple people, […]
Posted inHealth
Cobb County Dumped 21 Million Gallons Of Tainted Water Into The Chattahoochee River
Cobb County’s water system released more than 21 million gallons of treated wastewater that failed to meet safety standards into the Chattahoochee River earlier this month. What’s Happening: The South Cobb Water Reclamation Facility discharged the substandard wastewater on Nov. 12. Officials didn’t classify it as a spill until Nov. 18 — six days later […]
Posted inGeorgia By The Numbers
What City in Georgia Has The Highest Burglary Rate?
A new national study reveals that Arlington, a small town in southwest Georgia, has the highest burglary rate in the state. What’s Happening: Arlington recorded a burglary rate of 1.87 per 100 residents in 2023, according to a SafeWise study analyzing FBI crime data across the country. The town has a population of about 1,200 […]
Posted inSpecial Features
The Rise of Online Casino Games in the US: What Players Need To Know
The digital transformation of the US gambling industry has been nothing short of revolutionary. With the click of a button, a vast array of thrilling casino games is now at the fingertips of players across the nation. However, navigating the complex world of online casinos requires an understanding of various aspects, including legal frameworks, technological […]
Posted inWeather
Georgia Faces Record-Breaking November Heat Wave This Week
Multiple Georgia cities could shatter November temperature records this week as unseasonable warmth blankets the state. What’s Happening: Temperatures will soar 15 to 20 degrees above normal through Saturday across Georgia. Atlanta is forecast to hit 78 degrees Wednesday, 79 Thursday, 77 Friday, and 76 Saturday. Athens, Columbus, and Macon will see similar warmth, with […]
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Black Friday 2025: The Best Retailers and Discounts Revealed
Shoppers in Georgia looking for the best Black Friday deals should head to JCPenney, which offers the steepest discounts in the nation this year. What’s Happening: JCPenney leads all retailers with an average discount of 76.2 percent on Black Friday, according to a new report from WalletHub. The financial website studied more than 4,300 deals […]
Posted inYour Vote
Election Results: Two Democrats Head to Runoff in State Senate District 35 Race
Voters in parts of Fulton and Cobb counties sent two Democrats to a runoff election after no candidate won enough votes to claim the State Senate District 35 seat outright. What’s Happening: Jaha Howard received 5,134 votes or 32.63% in Tuesday’s special election, while Roger Bruce got 3,992 votes or 25.37%. The two will face […]
Posted inLocal
Someone in Newnan Won $980 Million In Georgia’s Biggest Lottery Win
A single lottery ticket sold in Newnan has won the largest jackpot in Georgia history. What’s Happening: The winning ticket matched all six numbers in Friday night’s Mega Millions drawing and has a cash value of $452.2 million. The winning numbers were 1-8-11-12-57, and the Mega Ball was 7. What’s Important: The previous Georgia record […]
Posted inYour Government
House Passes Bill To Release Epstein Files With Just One No Vote
The House of Representatives voted Tuesday to force the Justice Department to release files on Jeffrey Epstein with only one member voting no. What’s Happening: The House passed the Epstein Files Transparency Act by a vote of 427-1. Republican Clay Higgins of Louisiana was the only member to vote against releasing the files. What’s Important: […]
Posted inEvents
Covington Christmas Tree Lighting 2025: What You Need to Know
Covington rings in the holidays Thursday night with its annual tree lighting celebration on the historic square. What’s Happening: The Lighting of the Square takes place Thursday, November 20, from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on the Covington Square. The Arts Association in Newton County Oxford Children and Youth Singers and Washington Street Community Center […]
