The Gist: Phillip Crawford, a 47-year-old man from Douglasville, faces multiple charges, including felony offenses, for his involvement in the January 6, 2021 U.S. Capitol breach. He made his initial appearance in court in the Northern District of Georgia on July 12, 2023. What Happened?: Crawford is charged with assaulting and resisting law enforcement officers, […]
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Scattered thunderstorms expected this weekend in Georgia
Scattered thunderstorms are anticipated across north and central Georgia throughout the weekend. These thunderstorms are expected to be sporadic in coverage, meaning not all areas will experience rainfall at the same time. While the storms are expected to be scattered, some isolated storms may intensify and become strong to severe. These stronger storms have the […]
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Here’s How Cannabis Consumption in Georgia Compares to the Rest of the US
In May, Minnesota became the 23rd state to legalize recreational marijuana use. After decades of activism, marijuana users and advocates are finally seeing a large-scale relaxation of marijuana restrictions at the state level. The District of Columbia and Guam have also legalized recreational pot. THC, one of the psychoactive compounds in marijuana, can cause euphoria […]
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Justice Department opens investigation into conditions at Fulton County Jail
Kristen Clarke ATLANTA – The U.S. Justice Department has launched an investigation into conditions at the Fulton County Jail following the death of an inmate covered in lice and filth. “People held in jails and prisons do not surrender their constitutional and civil rights at the jailhouse door,” Assistant Attorney General Kristen Clarke, head of […]
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5 Things You Didn’t Know About Bibb County
Birthplace of the Kazoo The kazoo, a quirky and beloved musical instrument, has a unique connection to Bibb County. Bibb County’s history and that of the kazoo are intertwined in a fascinating tale that not everyone knows. The Kazoo was patented in the United States in 1876, but its roots trace back to African musical […]
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Which counties have the highest cancer rates in Georgia
Stacker ranked the counties with the highest cancer rates in Georgia using data from the CDC.
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Police Say Mother Shot Her Daughter in Lawrenceville Homicide
The Gist: A shooting incident in Lawrenceville has resulted in the death of a 47-year-old woman. The shooter, whom police identified as the deceased’s mother, has been taken into custody and is currently being questioned by detectives. What Happened?: On July 11, at about 8:45 p.m., authorities received a report of a person shot at […]
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New ads airing in Georgia blast Donald Trump’s handling of classified documents
ATLANTA – A Washington, D.C.-based group chaired by longtime Republican activist Bill Kristol is doubling down on an ad campaign taking former President Donald Trump to task for his handling of classified documents. The Republican Accountability Project (RAP) launched a $500,000 ad campaign this week airing on Fox News and CNN in swing states including […]
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Armed robbery in broad daylight at Macon Circle K
The Gist: A man with a firearm robbed a Circle K store on Pio Nono Ave. in Bibb County. No injuries were reported during the armed robbery, and the suspect managed to flee the scene with an undisclosed amount of money. What Happened? Just before 5 p.m., Bibb County Sheriff’s officials say a man entered […]
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Georgia Health Alert: Black women are twice as likely as white women to die due to pregnancy
A new and long-awaited report shows the rate of pregnancy-related deaths in Georgia increased during a three-year period that includes the first year of the pandemic. Dr. Kathleen Toomey, the commissioner of the state Department of Public Health, had warned lawmakers early this year the report would show an increase. The June 30 report was […]
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Woman Dead After Shooting in Lawrenceville
The Gist: A shooting last night in Lawrenceville has left one woman dead. What Happened?: Gwinnett County Police Detectives are currently investigating a shooting that occurred on Spanish Moss Court. in Lawrenceville. At around 8:45 p.m., officers responded to a report of a person shot. Upon arrival, they discovered an adult female who had succumbed […]
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VIDEO: Funeral Procession for Fallen Georgia Deputy Tyee Browne
Crisp County is grieving the loss of Deputy Tyee Browne, an esteemed member of the Crisp County Sheriff’s Department who tragically lost his life while on duty. Browne, a 26-year-old Macon County resident, was shot by a suspect in an act of senseless violence last week. Today, officers and members of the public mourned and […]
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Two shot at Macon hotel
The Gist: Gunfire erupted at the Baymont Inn and Suites on Riverside Drive in Bibb County on July 11, leaving a 62-year-old woman and a 33-year-old man injured. What Happened?: According to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, a shooting took place at the Baymont Inn and Suites situated at 3680 Riverside Drive at about 3:03 […]
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DeKalb County passes a Non-Discrimination Ordinance
The Gist: DeKalb County Board of Commissioners in Georgia passed a Non-Discrimination Ordinance, providing increased protection for vulnerable residents in unincorporated areas. The ordinance is a strong show of support for the LGBTQIA+ community and aims to make the county an inclusive place for all. What Happened?: On July 11, the DeKalb County Board of […]
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Which county in Georgia has the most poverty?
Among developed nations with similarly advanced economies, the United States stands out for having especially high levels of income inequality. Though the U.S. ranks among the wealthiest countries in the world, more than one in every 10 American citizens live below the poverty line – and the problem is getting worse. Between 2020 and 2021, […]
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Part of the Chattahoochee River Reopens
The Gist: Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area is reopening sections of the river affected by elevated E. Coli contamination. The park closed these sections last week due to a public health risk. However, the river remains closed between Chattahoochee Nature Center and Powers Island. What Happened? Last week, Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area closed sections […]
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Police shoot machete wielding Georgia man
The News: One man was shot and injured in a police shooting in Commerce in Jackson County. The City of Commerce Police Department has asked the Georgia Bureau of Investigation to conduct an independent investigation. What Happened?: On Monday, July 10, officers responded to a 911 call regarding a domestic incident near the 5700 block […]
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Chicken parts spill all over road in Cherokee County again
Another week, another truckload of chicken parts spilled all over a Cherokee County highway. Earlier today, the East bound lane of Cumming Highway near Hasty Trail was closed to traffic due to a chicken truck spilling its load all over the road way. The road has reopened. Late las month, another truck hauling chicken parts […]
