Two Cobb County women lost their lives because of a few thousand dollars, and soon the man convicted of killing them and taking their money is scheduled to meet his own end. Eighteen years ago, Stacey Ian Humphreys was convicted of murder and other crimes in the 2003 deaths of Cindy Williams and Lori Brown. […]
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All Georgia Public Schools Will Have Naloxone Kits by Spring
In a nod to the spread of opioids, Georgia is installing overdose reversal kits at all 2,300 public schools in the state using money from a legal settlement with the pharmaceutical industry. Distribution began this fall in parts of metro Atlanta and in southwest and central Georgia. The initiative is expected to be completed statewide […]
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Boil Water Advisory in McRae-Helena: What We Know
A problem at the prison water tank has knocked out water pressure across parts of McRae-Helena, forcing residents to boil all drinking water until further notice. What’s Happening: The City of McRae-Helena issued a boil water notice after the prison water tank malfunction caused pressure to drop to dangerously low levels across the water system. What’s […]
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Man Shot And Killed At His Richmond County Home Sunday Night
A 60-year-old man was shot and killed at his Richmond County home Sunday evening, and the suspect was arrested three hours later. What’s Happening: Deputies found John Bennett dead from at least one gunshot wound at his home in the 3400 block of Lucie Street just after 6:48 p.m. Sunday, December 7. The coroner pronounced him […]
Posted inYour Government
Judge Rules Georgia’s Ban on Transgender Inmate Care is Cruel and Unusual Punishment
A federal court has stopped Georgia from enforcing a law that blocked gender-affirming care for transgender people in state prisons. What’s Happening: A judge issued a permanent order Wednesday to halt enforcement of SB 185, a law that took effect in July. The judge ruled the law violated constitutional protections against cruel and unusual punishment. What’s […]
Posted inEconomy
Georgia Gas Prices Drop to $2.79, Lowest Since May 2021
Drivers across Georgia are catching a break at the pump as gas prices continue to fall. What’s Happening: The statewide average for regular unleaded gas dropped to $2.79 per gallon on Monday. That’s 3 cents less than last week, 1 cent lower than last month, and 11 cents cheaper than this time last year. What’s Important: Filling […]
Posted inIn The News
Here’s What Marjorie Taylor Greene Said on 60 Minutes Sunday
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene criticized President Donald Trump in a televised interview Sunday, saying he had abandoned his MAGA followers to help “major industries” and “big donors.” During her nearly 14-minute interview on the CBS news program 60 Minutes, the Rome Republican criticized Trump and gave one reason why she had decided to step down […]
Posted inWeather
Another Cold Snap is Coming to Georgia
Georgia will see rain overnight into Monday, pleasant sunshine Tuesday and Wednesday, then scattered showers return before a cold front brings a significant temperature drop this weekend. What’s Happening: Showers will move through tonight into early Monday morning, but heavy rain and flooding are not expected. The week brings a mix of sun and showers before […]
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New Lane on I-285 Opens Monday
Drivers on I-285 westbound will get some relief Monday when Georgia DOT opens a new lane designed to cut down on congestion and make merging safer. What’s Happening: Six travel lanes will be in operation between the Roswell Road on-ramp and Riverside Drive off-ramp starting Monday, December 8. The new auxiliary lane is now complete after […]
Posted inClark Chronicles
Your Soundtrack for Holiday Stress
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas and I couldn’t be happier. If you’re a regular reader of my columns you know this hasn’t been an easy year for me or my family and the feeling of hope the holiday season brings is certainly welcome in our house. But we also know that the […]
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Why Are Flags at Half-Staff This Weekend in Georgia?
American flags across Georgia are flying at half-staff this Sunday to honor the thousands who died 84 years ago in the surprise attack on Pearl Harbor. What’s Happening: President Donald Trump ordered all U.S. flags lowered to half-staff on December 7, 2025, for National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day. Georgia follows this order at all state buildings […]
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Gwinnett Double Homicide Investigation Ends With Arrest in Tennessee
Two people were killed and another injured in connected shootings Thursday night in Gwinnett County before police tracked down the suspect in Tennessee. What’s Happening: Gwinnett County Police officers found a man with a neck wound on Windscape Village Lane in Norcross just after 10 p.m. Minutes later, officers discovered two people shot dead inside a […]
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False Weapon Report Triggers Lockdown At Jackson High School
What’s Happening: The Butts County Sheriff’s Office responded to Jackson High School Thursday morning after school officials received a report of a possible weapon on campus. Deputies searched the school while it was placed on code yellow, which restricts movement in the building. What’s Important: No weapon was found and the report was false. No students or […]
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Opinion: AI Is Coming For Our Jobs, Our Minds, And Our Souls
2025: what a ride. In a year replete with remarkable achievements – the first AIDS patients being cured with stem cells, restoring sight to the blind using checks notes human teeth , jettisoning Katy Perry to space (She came back. So not a net ‘win.’) – humanity also reached its Apex of Hubris: Making ourselves […]
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Duluth Resident Loses Nearly $1 Million in Online Crypto Scam
What’s Happening: The Duluth Police Department is warning residents about a scam that began with a friendly message and ended with the victim losing close to $1 million. What’s Important: The scammer gained trust over time and convinced the victim to invest large sums of money through cryptocurrency platforms. How to Protect Yourself: Police warn residents to be […]
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Warner Robins Christmas Parade Rescheduled to December 13
What’s Happening: The City of Warner Robins rescheduled its annual Christmas Parade to Saturday, December 13. Officials are still working out the details and will share those plans soon. What’s Important: Families planning to attend the parade this Saturday will need to wait another week to see Santa, floats, and marching bands make their way through Warner […]
Posted inHealth
Deadly Deer Disease Spreads To Another South Georgia County
A deadly deer disease that has no cure has now spread to Atkinson County. What’s Happening: State wildlife officials confirmed a deer in Atkinson County tested positive for Chronic Wasting Disease. This is the first case found in that county. What’s Important: If you hunt deer in Atkinson, Berrien, Lanier or Lowndes counties, you need to get […]
Posted inFood
Lewis Barbecue Opens First Georgia Location in Atlanta Monday
A famous barbecue restaurant from South Carolina is opening its first Georgia location next week in Atlanta. What’s Happening: Lewis Barbecue opens Monday at 11 a.m. at Ansley Mall on Piedmont Avenue. The restaurant features a rooftop smokehouse that overlooks the Atlanta BeltLine. What’s Important: The 8,000-square-foot restaurant brings Central Texas-style barbecue to Atlanta. The menu includes […]
