From textiles that help regulate body temperature to batteries that make solar power more reliable, NASA scientists and engineers have produced thousands of technology and software patents. But how do those innovations make their way into our everyday life? This fall, University of Georgia students in the UGA Entrepreneurship Program explored NASA’s treasure trove of […]
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Severe Storms Possible Across Georgia Today
Most of Georgia faces the threat of severe thunderstorms Tuesday, with damaging winds and hail expected throughout the day. What’s Happening: The National Weather Service has issued a marginal risk for severe weather across much of the state. Multiple rounds of showers and thunderstorms are expected from Tuesday morning through Tuesday night, creating dangerous conditions […]
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The Art of Snow Panic: Decoding Winter Weather Terms Before You Buy All the Bread
It is a time-honored tradition in the Peach State. A meteorologist mentions a single snowflake, and within the hour, grocery store shelves are stripped bare of milk and bread. But before residents rush to make their annual supply of “disaster French Toast,” it might be helpful to understand what the National Weather Service is actually […]
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Massive Amount of Meth Found Hidden in Blackberries in Georgia
Law enforcement officers seized a massive amount of illegal drugs in North Georgia communities late last week. Authorities discovered the drugs hidden inside shipments of fruit during searches in two different counties. What’s Happening: The FBI Atlanta office announced a major seizure of crystal methamphetamine on Friday night, November 21. Agents and local officers found […]
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Former Black Panther Leader Jailed For Shooting Fulton Deputy Dies in Prison
Jamil Abdullah Al-Amin, the man convicted of killing a Fulton County deputy in 2000, died Sunday in federal custody in North Carolina. He was 82. What’s Happening: Al-Amin died at the Federal Medical Center in Butner after what his family described as a prolonged period of severe medical decline. The Federal Bureau of Prisons confirmed […]
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Georgia State Patrol Ramps Up Enforcement for Thanksgiving Weekend
State Troopers and Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Officers will increase their presence on Georgia roads starting Wednesday evening to keep holiday travelers safe. What’s Happening: The Georgia State Patrol will add more officers to interstates and state roads during a 102-hour period from 6 p.m. Wednesday, November 26, through 11:59 p.m. Sunday, November 30. What’s Important: […]
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Monroe County Rejects $30K Deal With Dennis Quaid’s TV Show
Monroe County leaders turned down a chance to feature the county in a documentary with actor Dennis Quaid, choosing to keep nearly $10,000 in tax dollars instead. What’s Happening: County commissioners voted unanimously against paying $9,766 to join a TV program called “Viewpoint with Dennis Quaid” that wanted to film a segment about Monroe County’s […]
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Rain Returns to North Georgia Tuesday and Wednesday
North Georgia residents can expect much needed rainfall in the coming days ahead of Thanksgiving. What’s Happening: Rain will move into the area Tuesday morning and continue through Wednesday afternoon. The National Weather Service says the highest rainfall totals will be across North Georgia. What’s Important: Northern counties like Rome and Blairsville could see between […]
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Georgia Gas Prices Rise 6 Cents Per Gallon as Thanksgiving Travel Begins
Georgia drivers are paying more at the pump this week as millions prepare to travel for Thanksgiving. What’s Happening: Gas prices jumped six cents in the past week to reach $2.87 per gallon statewide. The increase comes as crude oil prices ticked up over the weekend and more people hit the road for the holiday. […]
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‘Depraved Behavior:’ 70-Year-Old Man Sexually Assaulted Several Girls in One Day at Gwinnett Pool
A 70-year-old man will serve five years in prison after sexually assaulting multiple women and girls at a Lawrenceville swimming pool. What’s Happening: William Michael Hegwood was convicted of felony sexual battery against a child under 16 and two counts of misdemeanor sexual battery for attacks at a public pool in Gwinnett County. What’s Important: […]
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UGA Football Player Charged After Speeding Through Commerce at 100+ MPH With Children in Car
A traffic stop in downtown Commerce turned into a dangerous chase Sunday when a University of Georgia football player sped away from police at more than 100 mph with two children in his car. What’s Happening: Commerce Police arrested UGA player Nyier Daniels after he fled from officers through residential streets and onto I-85, reaching […]
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Scam Alert: Bleckley County Sheriff Warns Residents About Fake Warrant Phone Calls
Bleckley County residents are being targeted by scammers pretending to be law enforcement officers threatening arrest over warrants or missed jury duty. What’s Happening: Scammers are calling people and demanding payment to avoid arrest. Sheriff Daniel Cape says the Bleckley County Sheriff’s Office will never call residents about warrants or demand money over the phone. […]
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Jonesboro Man Found Dead in Middle of Road
A Jonesboro man was found dead early Sunday morning in the middle of the road. What’s Happening: Donald Eugene Kelly, 50, was discovered around 3 a.m. near the intersection of Fayetteville Road and Williamson Mill Road. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is now handling the case at the request of Jonesboro Police. What’s Important: Authorities […]
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How to Stay Safe From Holiday Shopping Scams
The holidays bring great deals, but they also bring scammers looking to steal your money and personal information. What’s Happening: The Better Business Bureau is warning shoppers to watch out for fake websites and sketchy online deals during the holiday season. Scammers create websites that look like real stores to trick people into giving up […]
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110 MPH Chase Through South Georgia Last Night: What We Know
A driver with existing warrants added multiple new charges after a high-speed chase through Candler and Bulloch counties Saturday night. What’s Happening: Candler County Sheriff’s deputies tried to stop a vehicle on I-16 when the driver sped away, reaching speeds over 110 mph. The chase continued into Bulloch County and up Highway 301 before Georgia […]
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Atlanta’s Spaghetti Junction Among Nation’s Most Dangerous Holiday Drives
Winter turns Atlanta’s busiest interchange into a crash hotspot where commercial trucks and holiday traffic collide under hazardous conditions. What’s Happening: A new national study from fleet tracking company Samsara shows Atlanta’s Spaghetti Junction experiences a 150% jump in commercial crash rates during winter months compared to fall. The interchange of I-85 and I-285 ranks […]
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Motorcyclist Suffers Life-Threatening Injuries in Richmond County Crash
A motorcyclist is fighting for their life after a car turned in front of them on Willis Foreman Road Sunday morning. What’s Happening: The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office responded to the crash at Willis Foreman Road and Ulm Road around 10:37 a.m. The motorcyclist was heading west when a car turning left from the eastbound […]
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South Fulton Runoff Election Early Voting Underway Through Wednesday
Voters in South Fulton can cast their ballots through Wednesday for the city’s runoff election. What’s Happening: Early voting for the South Fulton runoff election started Saturday and runs through Wednesday, November 26. Three locations are open across the city. What’s Important: If you can’t make it to the polls on Election Day, you have […]
