The Gist: Senators Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) recently introduced the Preventing Maternal Deaths Reauthorization Act of 2023, a bipartisan legislation aimed at supporting maternal health and reducing disparities in maternal health outcomes. The act would provide states with the necessary resources to improve the quality of healthcare and outcomes for […]
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Are Payday Loans Legal in Georgia?
Unexpected expenses can occur in the worst moment, making people look for various ways to borrow money. Payday loans are one of the most common ways to get extra cash online among Americans. They allow even borrowers with bad credit scores to get approval and receive funds through a direct deposit to their bank accounts […]
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Atlanta Pays Tribute to Marvin S. Arrington Sr.
ATLANTA — The city of Atlanta is preparing to pay tribute to the late Marvin S. Arrington Sr., an iconic leader who served as Atlanta City Council President and Fulton County Superior Court Judge. Funeral services have been scheduled to honor his remarkable life and legacy. On Thursday, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the […]
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81-year-old Calhoun man dies in motorcycle crash
The Gist: A tragic incident claimed the life of an 81-year-old motorcyclist, Tomas Garcia Marquez Jr. of Calhoun, following a crash Red Bud Road on Tuesday afternoon. What Happened? While heading westbound on Red Bud Road, police say Marquez lost control of his motorcycle, causing it to fishtail. The motorcycle then crossed over into the […]
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Urgent Need: The Forsyth County Animal Shelter is almost full
As the Forsyth County Animal Shelter nears its care capacity, officials are urging county residents to step up and provide loving homes for the animals in need. With adoption rates slowing down, the shelter currently houses over 50 dogs and 180 cats and kittens eagerly awaiting their forever families. Those interested in opening their hearts […]
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Medical cannabis dispensary opens near Savannah
One of the two medical cannabis manufacturing companies awarded licenses to operate in Georgia thus far opened its first dispensary Wednesday during a dedication ceremony in Pooler. Botanical Sciences began growing marijuana earlier this year and converting the leafy crop into low-THC cannabis oil at a plant in Glennville. The General Assembly passed legislation in […]
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Georgia Man Accused of Pointing a Laser at a Police Helicopter
A Georgia man was apprehended by the Gwinnett County Police Department after aiming a green laser at a police helicopter near the intersection of Pleasant Hill Road and Satellite Boulevard. On July 22, the helicopter’s flight crew conducting an air security check was momentarily struck by the laser, prompting them to swiftly identify its source […]
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The Paulding County Sheriff’s office wants to remind you that school buses will hit the road next week
With the new school year kicking off on Tuesday, August 1, the Paulding County Sheriff’s Office is calling on drivers to exercise caution in school zones and near school buses to ensure the safety of young students. Sheriff Gary Gulledge emphasized that deputies will be actively patrolling school zones as part of their daily operations, […]
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These cities have the fastest-growing home prices in the Macon metro area
Stacker compiled a list of cities with the fastest growing home prices in the Macon-Bibb County, GA metro using data from Zillow.
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Meet Georgia’s police chief of the year for 2023
Billy Grogan, Police Chief for the Dunwoody Police Department, has been honored as this year’s Outstanding Chief of the Year by the Georgia Association of Chiefs of Police. Grogan received the prestigious award at GACP’s summer training conference held in Savannah. Having dedicated over 41 years to law enforcement, Chief Grogan started his career in […]
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AI was asked to generate the ‘typical home’ in Georgia. Here’s what it came up with
All Star Home set out to test an AI generator to see what it would envision as a “typical home” in all 50 states and the 30 largest cities in the U.S. and the results are fascinating. According to the AI, a the photo above shows what the typical Georgia home would look like. The […]
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Drug Investigation Results in Shooting of Man in Sandy Springs
The Gist: A police shooting in Sandy Springs has left one man with minor injuries after a drug investigation took a dangerous turn. What Happened?: On July 25, at about 3:30 p.m., officers conducting a drug investigation near the Victoria Heights apartments on Roswell Road. were confronted by Benjamin Wright. According to the GBI, Wright […]
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Atlanta Ranks #2 for Hybrid Work. Here’s Why
The Gist: Hybrid workers across the country have been loud and clear — they’re not tied to the office desk. New data places Atlanta as a top choice for these flexible folks, taking the #2 spot in a ranking of best U.S. cities for hybrid work. The Rankings: The recent rankings stemmed from a comprehensive […]
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Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in the Gainesville metro area
Stacker compiled a list of cities with the fastest growing home prices in the Gainesville, GA metro using data from Zillow.
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Clarke County Sheriff John Q. Williams Hosts 3rd Annual Back to School Haircuts Event
ATHENS — Sheriff John Q. Williams, together with the Clarke County Sheriff’s Office, announced the upcoming 3rd Annual Back to School Haircuts event. This special event aims to provide school-aged children with haircuts, braids, fingernail painting, lunch, and more in preparation for the new academic year. The event will take place on Saturday, July 29, […]
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Mega Millions jackpot hits $910 million
The Gist: The Mega Millions jackpot for the upcoming drawing on Friday, July 28, is poised to reach an astonishing $910 million ($464.2 million cash), making it one of the largest jackpots in the game’s history. The elusive prize has now crossed the $1 billion threshold four times before, most recently in January. What Happened?: […]
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Representing You: Brian Kemp files brief in U.S. Supreme Court case
ATLANTA – Gov, Brian Kemp is calling on the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn a 1984 ruling that requires federal courts to defer to government agencies’ interpretations of the statutes they enforce. The justices agreed Monday to hear a case involving the power of the U.S. Commerce Department to require herring fishing operators to pay […]
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These are the cities with the fastest-growing home prices in the Albany, Georgia metro area
Stacker compiled a list of cities with the fastest growing home prices in the Albany, GA metro using data from Zillow.
