In the early hours of Wednesday, Macon, Georgia, became the focus of three separate death investigations by the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, following incidents reported in quick succession across different locations within the city. Incident at Haven Inn and Suites The first incident was reported at 3:20 a.m. at the Haven Inn and Suites, at […]
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Lyft Driver Kidnapped, Drugged and Raped in Alpharetta by Her Passenger
🔍 The Gist: Alpharetta police arrested Demarcus Johnson on April 5, for the March 11 kidnapping and rape of a female Lyft driver, along with charges of aggravated assault and vehicle theft. 🔎 The Details: The investigation was initiated following a distressing report by a female Lyft driver. She recounted a harrowing ordeal where a […]
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Lights, Camera, Detour: West Rome Bypass and Lindale Roads to Close for Filming
🎬 The Gist: The West Rome bypass and key roads in Lindale will see closures this month for movie production, affecting local traffic and commutes. 🚦 The Details: The West Rome Bypass is set for another closure between Blacks Bluff Road and US 27 South from Wednesday, April 10, through Sunday, April 14, due to […]
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Severe Weather Alert for Georgia: Risk of Thunderstorms, Flooding, and Tornadoes
🌩 The Gist: Georgia faces a significant weather threat with thunderstorms expected to bring heavy rainfall, potential severe weather including damaging winds and possible tornadoes, particularly between Wednesday and Thursday evening. 🔍 The Details: The region is under a slight risk (level 2 of 5) for severe weather, accompanied by a level 2 of 4 […]
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Did Your Eyes Hurt After The Eclipse? You’re Not Alone
🌞 The Gist: The recent solar eclipse sparked a nationwide surge in eye health concerns, particularly in Georgia, where Google searches related to eye pain after the eclipse topped the charts. 🔍 The Details: Despite widespread cautions from experts about the dangers of looking directly at the sun during the eclipse, it would appear a […]
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Man Found Shot to Death Behind Bibb County Home
The Gist: A man was found dead from a gunshot wound behind a residence on Andrews Drive in Bibb County, early Tuesday morning. The Details: The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal shooting reported at 1:04 a.m., Tuesday, within the 3800 block of Andrews Drive. Responding deputies discovered an unresponsive male with a […]
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Major Gang Arrest in DeKalb County Gets 20 Suspected Gang Members Off The Streets
🔍 The Gist: A major police action in DeKalb County has led to the arrest of 20 people connected to gang activities, along with the seizure of an array of illegal weapons and drugs. 📖 The Details: Following leads that pointed to a group suspected in a series of armed robberies, police zeroed in on […]
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Milton Roadwork Alert: Expect Delays on Hopewell and Francis Roads
🚧 The Gist: Road construction will begin today in Milton on Hopewell and Francis Roads in Milton, with significant delays expected due to full-depth reclamation and ditch line work, respectively. 🚜 The Details: Starting today, residents and commuters in Milton will face disruptions on two key connector roads—Hopewell and Francis. The most extensive work will […]
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7-Year-Old Stella Salter, Who Was Abducted from Georgia, Was Found in Puerto Rico
👧 The Gist: Stella Brannen Salter, a 7-year-old girl from Lyons, has been found safe in Puerto Rico after being missing for over a week. She was with her non-custodial mother, Wendy Salter, at the time of her discovery. 🌎 The Details: The search for Stella concluded positively around noon on Saturday when the pair […]
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Pedestrian Robbed Walking on Cascade Avenue in Atlanta in Broad Daylight
🚨 The Gist: The Atlanta Police Department is reaching out to the community, seeking assistance in identifying a suspect involved in a recent pedestrian robbery on Cascade Avenue. 🔍 The Details: In the late morning of March 30, 2024, Atlanta Police were called to the scene at 961 Cascade Avenue SW following a report of […]
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When to Watch The Solar Eclipse Today in Georgia
The Gist: Georgia will experience a partial solar eclipse today, providing an opportunity for residents to witness a significant astronomical event. Timing: The partial eclipse will start at 12:41 p.m. EDT and end by 4:23 p.m. EDT. The maximum eclipse, when the moon covers the largest part of the sun, is expected around 3:00 p.m. […]
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Georgia Native Cody Rhodes Wins WWE Championship at WrestleMania
At WrestleMania 40, Cody Rhodes achieved a monumental victory by claiming the WWE Championship from Roman Reigns, a triumph that not only heralds a new era in his wrestling career but also brings a sense of pride to his hometown of Marietta. This win is especially significant considering Rhodes’ wrestling lineage and the journey he […]
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What’s Going on With The Mail in Georgia?
Residents across Georgia are facing serious and frustrating delays in mail delivery slowing down and halting business operations to personal correspondence, and even affecting the processing of utility bills and absentee ballots. At the heart of the turmoil is the recent restructuring within the United States Postal Service and the launch of a new regional […]
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Tesamorelin Peptide: Research in Weight Regulation
Studies suggest that reducing visceral fat mass and improving cardiovascular risk metrics without the normal hazards of a direct approach with synthetic growth hormone may be possible. Research indicates that Tesamorelin peptide may potentially physiologically increase the production of growth hormone. What is now known regarding the experimental study, as well as its probable impacts […]
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Xfinity Mobile Introduces New, Unlimited Plans, Saving Even More Than Before Over The Big Three
Xfinity Mobile, the fastest mobile service* with 5G* and millions of WiFi hotspots, is now more affordable than ever – with more savings per line, more premium data and more value-added features, making it easier for customers to choose the plan that best suits their needs. Customers can sign up for Unlimited and Unlimited Plus […]
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Georgia Man Accused of Using TV Cable and Knife to Kill His Roommate
The Gist: A 19-year-old Georgia man is accused of killing his roommate using a TV Cable and then a knife. Erik Ruiz Lopez faces charges including aggravated assault, felony murder, and malice murder following a deadly altercation in Buford. The Details: Gwinnett County Police Homicide Detectives have arrested and charged Erik Ruiz Lopez after a […]
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April Cold Snap Hits Georgia: What to Expect
🌡 The Gist: A hazardous weather outlook warns of freezing temperatures and frost across North and Central Georgia, with a potential for isolated thunderstorms in the coming week. 🌨 The Details: As the calendar turns to April, residents across portions of North and Central Georgia are facing a bit of the usual early April chilly […]
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Tragic Early Morning Crash in Macon: What We Know
The Gist: A fatal traffic accident occurred at the intersection of Eisenhower Parkway and Second Street in Macon, resulting in one death and three critically injured. The Details: The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating a devastating traffic collision that unfolded in the early hours of Friday morning. According to authorities, at about 1:37 […]
