A 17-year-old girl was shot near Albany State University’s East Campus, prompting a temporary campus lockdown that has since been lifted. What It Means For You: Albany residents can resume normal activities around the university area now that the lockdown has ended, though police are still investigating the incident. What’s Happening: The teenage victim is […]
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Judge Rules Georgia Residents Who Sued Rivian Won’t Pay $350,000
Morgan County residents who sued to stop the Rivian electric vehicle plant won’t have to pay the state’s legal bills, a judge ruled. What It Means For You: If you’re concerned about government projects in your community, this ruling helps protect your right to challenge them in court without facing massive financial penalties. What’s Happening: […]
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Cobb School District Responds to Charlie Kirk Comments By Teachers
The Cobb County School District released the following statement on comments made by teachers about the assassination of Charlie Kirk. The Cobb County School District has been informed by parents about social media posts made by Cobb employees appearing to celebrate the death of Charlie Kirk. These are incredibly rare instances and do not reflect […]
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Cobb County Inmate Dies in Custody
The Cobb County Sheriff’s Office reports that Kaleb Anderson, age 40, died on Saturday, Sept. 13, while he was receiving treatment. Anderson was transported to Kennestone Hospital shortly upon being booked into the Adult Detention Center, where he received care for liver disease. He remained under hospital care until his passing. The official cause of […]
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Reminder: Gwinnett Schools Have a Digital Learning Day Friday
Gwinnett County students will learn from home Friday, but they won’t miss out on school nutrition thanks to a special meal delivery service. What’s Happening Gwinnett County Public Schools has scheduled a Digital Learning Day for all students on Friday, September 19. While students won’t attend in-person classes, they’ll still need to complete assignments through […]
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Georgia Gas Prices Drop as Fall Weather Arrives
Georgia drivers are catching a break at the pump as gas prices continue their downward trend. The state average for regular unleaded now sits at $2.89 per gallon—a welcome relief as we head into autumn. What’s Behind the Drop? “With cooler weather and lower demand, gas prices are starting to ease,” explains Montrae Waiters, spokeswoman […]
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Georgia’s Dry Spell: How Long Has Your Area Been Without Rain?
Many Georgia areas haven’t seen meaningful rainfall in weeks, with some locations approaching a month of dry conditions while temperatures head into the 90s. What It Means For You: Your lawn and garden may continue struggling as forecasts show minimal rain chances over the next week, with any precipitation limited to isolated showers rather than […]
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Fire Hydrant Testing in Alpharetta: What You Need to Know
Alpharetta’s annual fire hydrant maintenance program is underway, with city crews hitting the streets to ensure these critical emergency resources are ready when needed. The inspection program, which runs from September through November, involves teams checking hydrants throughout neighborhoods and business districts. Why It Matters These inspections could be lifesaving. As fire department officials explain, […]
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Police Seek Help Finding Missing Augusta Man with Medical Conditions
AUGUSTA — Authorities are asking for the public’s assistance in locating 27-year-old Atrells Marquez McFadden, who has been missing since Monday evening. McFadden was last seen leaving on foot from the 3200 block of Kings View Court around 7 p.m. on September 8. Family members report that McFadden lives with multiple health concerns, including depression, […]
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Georgia Homeowner Discovers Shooting Victim in Front Yard
A quiet Sunday morning turned tragic when a homeowner in Macon made a disturbing discovery in their front yard. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is now investigating the death of 30-year-old Aubrey Randall Williams, who was found with a gunshot wound outside a residence on Sussex Drive. What happened Just before 8 a.m. Sunday, deputies […]
