Sirish Subash, a ninth grader at Gwinnett School of Mathematics, Science, and Technology, has been crowned “America’s Top Young Scientist” after winning the 2024 3M Young Scientist Challenge. Subash developed a groundbreaking AI-powered handheld pesticide detector named Pestiscand, earning him a $25,000 grand prize. Just The Facts: • Sirish Subash was an eighth grader at […]
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Albany Police Need Your Hep Finding Suspected Child Rapist
The Albany Police Department is urging residents to assist in locating Paul McCloud, who is wanted on a charge of rape. Just The Facts: • Paul McCloud is accused of the rape of a child. • He is described as being six feet tall and weighing approximately 180 pounds. • The request for public assistance […]
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Cobb County Man Sentenced to 11 Years For Concealing His Fiancé’s Death
Brooks Cleary, found guilty in the death of his fiancé Hailey Johnson, received an 11-year sentence Wednesday, far short of the prosecution’s 25-year request. The Details: Hailey Johnson died from a gunshot wound to the head in December 2022. Initially, Brooks Cleary, her fiancé, told paramedics that she had suffered a seizure. However, investigators found […]
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Gas Prices Rise Slightly in Georgia Ahead of Election Day
Georgia drivers are feeling the pinch with gas prices creeping up to $2.94 per gallon, a mere 2-cent rise, as Gov. Kemp reinstates the gas tax. While pain at the pump could continue, seasonal factors suggest relief is imminent. Drivers better prepare their wallets, though—holiday travel is looming.
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Georgia Weather: Rain and Cooler Temperatures Start Midweek
Georgia starts the week under a blanket of clouds with mild temperatures. Expect gradual clearing before a midweek shift, bringing showers and storms. ☁️ What’s Happening: Georgia begins the week with mild conditions: • Mostly cloudy skies persist through Monday morning. • Temperatures rise to the mid-70s by afternoon with some sunshine peeking through. Clouds […]
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Elections 101: What Happens if The Electoral College is a Tie?
Imagine this: a presidential election ends in a virtually unheard-of tie. Welcome to the chaotic realm of the Electoral College where 269 votes apiece stuns the nation. Suddenly, the House of Representatives, not the voters, decides the fate of America, risking gridlock and a president-opposing vice president cocktail.
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Trump Hits Hard on Immigration in Macon
Former President Donald Trump devoted much of his final campaign rally in Georgia Sunday night to illegal immigration. The Republican nominee to return to the White House brought the mother of a murder victim to the stage at the Atrium Health Amphitheater. Minelys Rodriguez-Ramirez, 25, of Cornelia, was last seen near a Walmart on Oct. […]
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Another Tropical Storm is Brewing in The Gulf of Mexico
A new tropical storm is brewing in the Gulf of Mexico, and while its impact on Georgia is unclear, the National Weather Service is actively watching Potential Tropical Cyclone Eighteen, which could soon strengthen into Tropical Storm Rafael. The system, now under a Tropical Storm Warning near Jamaica, is expected to bring dangerous conditions by […]
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Photos: Fire Erupts in Augusta Warehouse
A fire broke out at a warehouse on Hayes Drive in Augusta at 4 p.m. on Nov. 1. Fire crews extinguished the blaze, which began from a paint sprayer during cleaning. All occupants were evacuated safely, though one worker suffered a facial injury. Georgia Power has disconnected electricity for safety.
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Atlanta Producer Metro Boomin Accused of 2016 Rape
A woman from Los Angeles, Vanessa LeMaistre, has filed a lawsuit against music producer Metro Boomin, accusing him of raping her in 2016 after administering alcohol and Xanax. The suit claims sexual battery and seeks damages, while Wayne’s attorney labels the allegations a “pure shakedown” and plans to counter-sue.
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Democrats Make Georgia’s Six-week Abortion Ban a Wedge Issue in Suburban State House Race
One of the most competitive legislative races in Georgia is turning into a referendum on access to reproductive rights. Democrat Susie Greenberg is challenging Republican state Rep. Deborah Silcox in the suburban Atlanta district that Democrats have made one of their top targets this year. Both women are attorneys who live in Sandy Springs. Greenberg, […]
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Kamala Harris to Georgia Voters: ‘It is Time For a New Generation of Leadership in America’
Vice President Kamala Harris delivered her closing campaign arguments in Georgia, emphasizing the significance of the upcoming election. She criticized Trump, promising to prioritize middle-class tax cuts and health care if elected. Harris warned against Trump’s threats to democracy, highlighting his judicial appointments and potential national abortion ban. Meanwhile, the Trump campaign countered with immigration critiques.
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Cold Case: Georgia Taxi Driver’s 1998 Murder Remains Unsolved
After 26 years, the brutal murder of John McKinnon, a 67-year-old taxi driver, remains unsolved, haunting Coffee County. Robbed of his life and belongings, McKinnon’s case illustrates a chilling failure of justice. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation desperately seeks leads; will anyone step up to unveil this horrific mystery?
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Albany State University Shooting Suspect Arrested
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation has arrested 18-year-old Jeremy Marshall for his involvement in a shooting during Albany State University’s Homecoming Weekend, which resulted in one fatality and four injuries. Marshall faces multiple charges and is held at Dougherty County Jail as authorities continue the investigation into the October 19 incident.
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Georgia Gets Ready for Cooler Weather and Earlier Nights as Daylight Saving Time Ends
Georgia Gets Ready for Cooler Weather and Earlier Nights as Daylight Saving Time Ends
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No, Haitian Immigrants Are Not Voting With Multiple IDs in Georgia
Georgia election officials are responding to a false video alleging widespread voter fraud involving a Haitian immigrant with multiple IDs. Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger labeled it as disinformation, likely from foreign interference. His office, with federal partners, is investigating its origin, urging social media platforms to remove the misleading content.
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Study Shows Georgians Feel Inflation Nearly 3 Times Higher Than it Really is
A CardRates survey reveals that Georgians perceive inflation at 7.1%, starkly above the reported 2.5%. This gap highlights a disconnect between actual and felt costs, leading many to tighten spending on dining and entertainment. Despite lower official rates, 64% expect inflation to rise, driven by ongoing essentials pricing and corporate profit strategies.
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Arson Suspected in Fire at Historic 24th Street Missionary Baptist Church in Columbus
Members of Columbus’s 24th Street Missionary Baptist Church witnessed a fire, believed to be arson, damaging their 102-year-old building. This incident displaces the congregation, jeopardizing worship services and forcing relocation. The community seeks support to rebuild this historic church, vital to generations of worshippers in Columbus. An investigation is underway.
