A police dog tracked down two men hiding in the woods near Washington State Prison with a bag full of drugs and other illegal items. What’s Happening: Antonio Hakness, 23, and Jamarius Favors, 19, face multiple charges after deputies found them with contraband they planned to give to inmates. What’s Important: Deputies responded to reports […]
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Missing Georgia 15-Year-Old Luke Dowell Found Dead
A 15-year-old boy reported missing in Kingsland has been found dead. What’s Happening: Luke Dowell was found dead within the City of Kingsland on October 28. The Kingsland Police Department had previously reported the teen as missing. What’s Important: Police notified the teen’s next of kin before releasing information about his death. The Camden County […]
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Two Teens Shot Outside Richmond County Home
Two teenagers were shot multiple times on the back porch of a Hephzibah home Monday night. The shooter fled on foot and has not been caught. What’s Happening: Deputies responded to home on Butler Manor Drive at 8:20 p.m. on October 27. According to the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office, an 18-year-old was found on the […]
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87-Year-Old Woman Missing in Macon After Leaving for Meeting
An elderly Macon woman hasn’t been seen since Tuesday afternoon, and deputies need help finding her. What’s Happening: Mattie Brooks, 87, left her home on Buckner Avenue around 1 p.m. Monday to attend a meeting and never returned. Her family reported her missing to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office late Monday night. What’s Important: Brooks […]
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When Your Name Is Your Only Crime: Cherokee Sheriff’s Office Faces Lawsuit
Nickie Sledge was standing in front of her grandson when officers arrived on December 21, 2024. The Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office had directed them to arrest her for elder abuse. They had the wrong person. The 49-year-old Black grandmother from DeKalb County was arrested and charged with exploiting a disabled elderly man. The actual suspect […]
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48-Year-Old Man Stabs 18-Year-Old at Georgia Walmart Over Shopping Cart Dispute
A young man lost his life after a simple shopping cart kick at a Chatham County Walmart turned deadly, leaving his family grieving and a community searching for answers. What’s Happening: An 18-year-old died from stab wounds after kicking an older customer’s shopping cart at a Georgia Walmart Thursday evening. Police are still deciding what the […]
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Opinion: A Letter to the People of Roswell From a City Hall Employee
To the residents of Roswell and members of the press, I have read the recent letters written by former elected officials about the current administration and the direction of our city. I know many of the individuals who signed them. I have worked alongside almost all of them. I respect their years of service, and […]
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Georgia’s Hidden Election: The Race That Actually Controls Your Power Bill
While most political attention focuses on flashier contests, Georgia voters are deciding something that hits closer to everyone’s home. Two seats on the Georgia Public Service Commission are up for grabs, and the winners will have direct power over how much you pay to keep your lights on. What Even Is This Commission? The Public […]
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Xfinity Debuts Game-Changing Features for a Smarter, More Personalized NBA Viewing Experience
What Matters Most for Southerners: Comcast’s Xfinity is introducing a suite of cutting-edge features just in time for the start of the NBA season, transforming how fans find, follow, and watch every game. Together, these enhancements offer customers a new way to enjoy their favorite sports in the smartest, most dynamic experience available on television, […]
