Georgia residents are bracing themselves for scorching temperatures this weekend, with apparent temperatures set to soar into the 100°-110° range. Residents are reminded to take necessary precautions to stay safe during the extreme heat. According to meteorologists, the Apparent Temps, also known as Feels Like Temps, and Heat Index are expected to reach dangerous highs […]
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Two Killed in Wrong-way Crash on Georgia 400
The News: Two lives were tragically lost in a wrong-way crash on Ga. 400 in Roswell. According to the Roswell Police Department, Dahmir Rivera, a 21-year-old resident of Roswell, is facing charges of homicide by vehicle and other offenses in connection with the incident. What Happened?: In the early hours of Tuesday, June 27, Roswell […]
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19-year-old Arrested in Day After Christmas Slaying of Stone Mountain Man
Jamarcus Jones, a 19-year-old resident of Atlanta, has been arrested in connection to the shooting death of Joshua Reed on Russwood Avenue on the day after Christmas. According to the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office, Jones was taken into custody June 27 at a Stonecrest residence where a woman who was his acquaintance was being evicted. […]
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Bigger Paychecks, Better Public Safety: Georgia works to tackle state patrol officer shortage
Georgia House Speaker Jon Burns ATLANTA – Finding enough money to attract and retain state law enforcement officers promises to be the top priority for a Georgia House “working group” on public safety that held its first meeting Tuesday. House Speaker Jon Burns, who formed the committee earlier this year, read a passage from Georgia’s […]
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High Speed Chase in Georgia Ends in Standoff: Suspect Attempts to Run Over Officers
The Gist: In a turbulent sequence of events that lasted roughly six hours on Monday, Todd Eric Jones Jr. of Warner Robins led local law enforcement on a chase, attempting to run over officers and engaging them in a standoff before eventually surrendering. The Chase: The incident began at about 7 p.m. when a 911 caller reported […]
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Cities with the fastest growing home prices in Albany area
Stacker compiled a list of cities with the fastest growing home prices in Albany, GA metro using data from Zillow.
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Here is the Trash Collection Schedule for DeKalb County for the Week of July 4
With Independence Day fast approaching, residents of DeKalb County should take note of changes to the regularly scheduled trash, recyclable materials and yard trimmings collections. Sanitation services will not be operational on Tuesday, July 4, in observance of the holiday. Wednesday, July 5 will be the day for residential customers with a regular collection on […]
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Children hospitalized after multi-car crash involving day care buses on I-75
The Gist: A significant multi-vehicle collision on I-75 in Marietta has resulted in multiple injuries, with both adults and children being taken to nearby hospitals. According to police, the crash involved four vehicles, including two day care buses, a semi, and a pick-up truck. The severity of the injuries is unknown at this time. What […]
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Have You Seen Missing 67-year-old Dallas Woman Kay Puett?
DALLAS — A 67-year-old woman from Dallas, Barbara Kay Puett, was reported missing on June 26. According to her family, Puett left her residence on foot earlier that day and did not return home. Puett was last seen wearing a white and blue short sleeve shirt, dark blue leggings, and black tennis shoes. According to […]
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Why is Traffic on Georgia 400 at a Standstill Today?
Ga. 400 Northbound is currently closed due to an injury traffic crash investigation, leading to traffic congestion between Exit 6 at Northridge Road and Exit 7 at Holcomb Bridge Road. Although it’s not yet clear when the road will reopen, authorities are urging commuters to find alternate routes for their morning drive. We will have […]
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51% of Georgia Residents Are ‘Very Stressed’ About Their Finances — Are You One of Them?
The Gist: Over half of Georgia residents are experiencing considerable financial stress, thanks in large part to rising prices. The Details: USA Today Blueprint’s comprehensive report on the effect of rising prices on personal finance reveals that Georgia residents are the seventh most financially stressed group in the country. With 51% of people claiming they […]
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Here are the 10 coldest counties in Georgia
Stacker ranked over 900 counties in the 10 coldest states in the continental U.S. to find the warmest based on average temperature between May 2022 and April 2023, citing National Centers for Environmental Information data.
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Everything you need to know about riding MARTA to the Peachtree Road Race or July 4th fireworks
The Peachtree Road Race, Peachtree Health & Fitness Expo, and Centennial Olympic Park Fireworks are some of the most popular events in Atlanta on July 4th. However, driving to these events can be cumbersome, especially if you live outside the city. Here is everything you need to know about taking MARTA to these prominent Fourth […]
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77-year-old Marietta man struck and killed by car
MARIETTA — A pedestrian collision in Cobb County claimed the life of 77-year-old Abraham Paz-Chavez, of Marietta. According to the Cobb County Police Department, the collision occurred on June 25, at about 9:22 pm, at Powder Springs Road and Pamela Circle. According to police, Paz-Chavez was driving south on Powder Springs Road when he stopped […]
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Traveling for July 4th? Here are the best and worst times to hit the road
The Gist: Get ready for a record-breaking Independence Day travel surge. Over 1.6 million Georgians are set to take trips of 50 miles or more during the holiday weekend, says the Auto Club Group. This figure is up by 68,000 from last year’s numbers. Nationally, more than 50.7 million Americans are expected to journey, a […]
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Scattered storms and high temperatures expected in Georgia this week
The Gist: The usual sunny weather of a Georgia summer is taking a short break today. Expect scattered showers and the rumbling of thunderstorms across much of north and central regions today, with isolated occurrences extending into the weekend. Storm Strength: The usually bright Georgia sky is set to change its tune with a good […]
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Gas prices in Georgia slip down ahead of July 4th
The Gist: Georgia drivers have seen a slight decrease in gas prices just in time for the July 4 weekend. As of Monday, the average price per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline in Georgia is $3.27. What Happened?: According to AAA spokeswoman Montrae Waiters, the decrease in gas prices is due to the volatility in […]
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Outrage over anti-Semitic acts rocks Georgia communities. What we know
The Disturbing News: Two major incidents of anti-Semitic acts have occurred in Georgia over the weekend, sparking outrage and condemnation from government officials and religious leaders. What Happened?: The Chabad of Cobb and Temple Beth Israel in Macon both experienced anti-Semitic incidents on Friday. The Chabad of Cobb received a visit from a group known […]
