Trying to curb coyote populations may be a lost cause, according to a new University of Georgia study. After careful counting of the animal across the Southeast, researchers found that Eastern coyote populations stabilize faster than they can be reduced. Using cameras, different howls as well as 18 years of data, researchers found not only one coyote per […]
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Atlanta Ranks 9th Best City for Working Parents in 2025
Atlanta has secured a top-10 spot among the best U.S. cities for working parents, offering residents a strong balance of career flexibility and family support systems. What It Means For You: Atlanta parents benefit from relatively affordable childcare (costing 13.3% of median household income) and strong professional flexibility with numerous coworking spaces and remote work […]
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Georgia Gas Prices Drop to $2.87
Georgia drivers are seeing a welcome dip in gas prices this fall, with the state average now at $2.87 per gallon, 10 cents cheaper than this time last year. What It Means For You: Filling up a standard 15-gallon tank now costs about $43.05, nearly $2 less than last year. This extra savings comes just […]
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Snappy Meal: Gator Spotted at Macon McDonald’s Again
Bibb County residents might want to super-size their caution when visiting the Golden Arches on Rocky Creek Road, as an uninvited reptilian regular has returned. What It Means For You: Your Quarter Pounder run could turn into a quarter-mile sprint if you encounter the cold-blooded customer who’s apparently developed a taste for fast food faster […]
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Missing Clayton County Children Found Safe
Two Clayton County children reported missing have been safely located and are now with their mother, according to police officials. What It Means For You: Local families can breathe easier knowing the community alert system worked effectively to help locate 12-year-old Peyton Christopher and her 2-year-old brother Jamare Berry. What’s Happening: The Clayton County Police […]
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Mother’s Boyfriend Accused of Killing Her and Shooting Her Child in Forsyth County
A teenager survived multiple gunshot wounds after fleeing to a neighbor’s home during a domestic dispute that claimed the life of their mother, an off-duty Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Deputy. What’s Happening: The teen escaped to a neighbor’s home Saturday evening after being shot multiple times during an argument between their mother and her boyfriend, Eric […]
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Georgia Ranks 8th Nationally for Construction Job Losses
Georgia lost 3,500 construction jobs between May 2024 and May 2025, placing it among the top 10 states experiencing the steepest declines in the sector. What It Means For You: If you work in construction or related industries in Georgia, you may face a tighter job market and potentially lower wages as employers adjust to […]
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Tropical Storm Imelda Takes Hard Right and Avoids Georgia
The latest forecast shows Imelda moving eastward, meaning Georgia residents can expect minimal weather disruptions this week. What It Means For You: You’ll experience a warm, dry Sunday with temperatures in the mid to upper 80s, followed by increased cloud cover and possible light rain showers on Monday as Imelda moves off Florida’s east coast. […]
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Beware of Fake Tyler Perry Studios Scam Targeting Aspiring Actors
Young and aspiring talent is always on the lookout for opportunities to break into their chosen careers. Actors dream of working in film and theater, musicians want to upload their music to streaming platforms and perform live gigs, and traditional artists hope to see their work in galleries and sell pieces online. With Gen Z […]
