Georgia’s holiday season officially begins Monday when Governor Brian Kemp lights the Christmas tree inside the State Capitol. What’s Happening: The annual Capitol Christmas tree lighting takes place Monday, December 8, at 10 a.m. in the North Wing of the Georgia State Capitol. The Spelman College Glee Club will perform during the ceremony. What’s Important: Georgians who […]
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Have You Seen The Statesboro Police Department’s Hilarious Christmas Post?
Law enforcement agencies may be tough on the streets, but on social media they have a unique mix of hilarity, puns, and dad jokes that show the softer side of protecting and serving. The Statesboro Police Department got on facebook today to warn burglars who might be working their city. Here’s their post: ATTENTION BURGLARS:It […]
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Isolated Thunderstorms Possible in Georgia Today
Georgia faces a mostly quiet weather week ahead, but some areas could see thunderstorms Friday. What’s Happening: The National Weather Service issued a hazardous weather outlook for north and central Georgia this morning. Isolated thunderstorms are possible in Georgia today. What’s Important: The weather threat is low. Forecasters say the probability for widespread hazardous weather is low […]
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Missing 15-Year-Old Last Seen Thursday Night in Richmond County
Richmond County deputies are searching for a teenage boy who disappeared from his home Thursday night. What’s Happening: Kaiden Griffin was last seen around 8:45 p.m. at his home on the 3300 block of Forest Estates Drive. The 15-year-old left on foot, but investigators do not know which direction he went or what he was wearing. […]
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Toxic Gas Released at Johns Creek Country Club After Chemical Mix-Up
What’s Happening: Employees performing routine pool maintenance mixed liquid chlorine with muriatic acid, which produces deadly chlorine gas. What’s Important: The combination of these two chemicals can kill people, especially in closed spaces. Alpharetta’s hazmat team had to suit up in protective gear to safely contain the dangerous mixture. No one was hurt. The Timeline: The incident happened […]
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Police Shoot Armed Suspect in Sandy Springs
What’s Happening: Officers were sent to Roswell Road and Dunwoody Place shortly after 10:30 a.m. for an assault call. When they found the suspect and began speaking with them, the person pulled a weapon on the officers and was shot by police. What’s Important: The suspect was taken to a local hospital. The incident was captured on […]
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Fort Stewart Soldier Among 3 Charged With Murder After Hinesville Shooting
What’s Happening: Hinesville Police arrested 22-year-old Laron Joseph McDonald, 17-year-old Daivon Tavaris Bell, and 18-year-old Dalcarri Dashawn Roberson in connection with the December 3 killing of Devin Travon Copeland. All three suspects are from Jesup except McDonald, who is assigned to Fort Stewart as an Army private first class. What’s Important: Each suspect faces charges of murder […]
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SWAT Standoff at Glynn County Motel: What We Know
A wanted man barricaded himself inside a motel room for nearly three hours Wednesday before surrendering to police. What’s Happening: Michael F. Harris Jr. was arrested at the Royal Inn on New Jesup Highway after police received a tip he had returned to the property. Officers had tried to find him there before because of active […]
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Richmond County Sheriff’s Office Launches Free Safety App
The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office is rolling out a new mobile app Thursday that puts public safety alerts and crime tips at residents’ fingertips. What’s Happening: The MySheriff app is free and available now on iPhone and Android devices. It connects Richmond County residents directly to the sheriff’s office through their phones. What’s Important: You can now […]
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New Fire Station Coming to Roswell
What’s Happening: The Roswell Fire Department is holding a public information meeting on Wednesday, December 10, at 6 p.m. at the East Roswell Park Recreation Center. Fire Station #27 will be built on city-owned property on Fouts Road next to East Roswell Park. What’s Important: Fire Chief Pabel Troche and city staff will explain why this location […]
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Bad Weather Cancels Warner Robins Winter Bazaar
The City of Warner Robins canceled today’s Winter Bazaar because of expected bad weather, disappointing residents who were looking forward to the holiday gathering at Perkins Park. What’s Happening: The event was supposed to run from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. today at Perkins Park. City officials made the decision to cancel after reviewing the weather […]
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Rain Returns to Georgia This Weekend
Rain is coming back to Georgia, and it could help ease the dry conditions that have gripped the state. What’s Happening: Widespread rain will move into Georgia on Friday evening and continue through Saturday morning. Most areas can expect 1 to 2 inches of rainfall. What’s Important: This rain is needed for Georgia’s ongoing drought, but it […]
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Rome Scam Alert: The Power Company Will Not Ask for CashApp or Gift Card Payments
What’s Happening: The callers claim power will be disconnected the same day unless victims pay immediately through CashApp, gift cards, or wire transfers. What’s Important: Real utility companies never disconnect power without sending multiple notices in the mail first. They also make several attempts to contact customers before any shutoff happens. Common Sense: To be […]
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Woman Dies After Domestic Shooting in Savannah
What’s Happening: Savannah Police say they arrested 53-year-old Pierre Byrd on December 3 in connection with a fatal domestic shooting in the 12000 block of Middleground Road. According to a news release from Savannah Police: At the same time, first responders found a woman at the scene with a serious gunshot wound. Savannah Police say […]
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Clayton County Police Ask For Help Finding Missing Teen Demetrius Johnson
Update: According to the Clayton County Police, Demetrius Johnson has been found. The original article is below. Clayton County police are asking residents to help find 17-year-old Demetrius Johnson, who went missing in Ellenwood before school on December 3. Officers say his family and police are concerned and want him found safe. What’s Happening: Clayton […]
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Georgia Gang Used Ice Cream And Cookouts to Recruit Children Into Crime
A violent gang recruited children with ice cream trucks and neighborhood cookouts while its leader directed operations from a Georgia prison cell. What’s Happening: Attorney General Chris Carr announced that his Gang Prosecution Unit convicted all 16 members of the 1-8 Trey Gangster Bloods following a three-year investigation. The gang actively targeted children for recruitment between […]
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When AI Took Her Job, She Took Up Tools: Scholarship Winner Finds a Future at United Education Institute
Taylor Payne, an electrician technician (ET) student at United Education Institute’s Morrow campus, is the 2025 recipient of the Be The Change Scholarship — and she has already been hired in her new field before completing the program. There has been growing talk about artificial intelligence replacing workers, but for Payne, it became real. “I was laid off […]
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Get Your Car Ready Now For Winter Roads Across Georgia
Winter weather can hit fast in Georgia, even if most days feel mild. A little planning now can help you stay safe if roads turn icy, flood, or get blocked. What’s Happening: State and local safety officials warn that drivers should prepare their cars now for winter storms, power outages, and sudden changes in weather. […]
