The Gist: A jury in DeKalb County convicted Florida resident Mustafic Mahadi, 36, on multiple charges for shooting his former girlfriend in Brookhaven. Sentencing will be on October 6. The Details: The incident unfurled late at night on February 19, 2021, when Mahadi arrived uninvited at his ex-girlfriend’s Durden Drive apartment, causing a ruckus that […]
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Gas Prices in Georgia Are Down $6 per Tank After Kemp’s Gas Tax Suspension
The Gist: Gas prices in Georgia are on a steady decline, offering some financial relief to drivers as they gear up for the autumn season. The Details: Georgia’s current average price for regular unleaded gasoline sits at $3.24 per gallon, a decrease from last week and significantly lower than last month. This drop in prices […]
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Atlanta is one of America’s top foodie cities
The Gist: Atlanta ranks 12th in America’s top foodie cities for 2023, amidst rising restaurant prices and a changing dining landscape. The Details?: WalletHub, a personal-finance website, recently unveiled its report on the best foodie cities in the U.S. for 2023. The study took into account over 180 major U.S. cities, comparing them across 28 […]
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Georgia Corrections Officer Killed by Inmate in the Line of Duty
The News: Correctional Officer Robert Clark, a corrections officer at Smith State Prison, was fatally attacked by an inmate while escorting prisoners from the dining hall. The Details?: The incident occurred on Sunday, October 1. As Clark was guiding two inmates from the dining area, one assaulted him with a makeshift weapon. The other inmate […]
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Inmate Dies at Henry County Jail: What We Know
The News: Joshua Zeh, 32, from Stockbridge, was discovered unresponsive in his cell at the Henry County Jail on Saturday. The Details?: Detention personnel found Zeh with a sheet wrapped around his neck and tied to his bed during a cell check. Emergency services were promptly provided by the sheriff’s office staff and the Henry […]
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Bad News for Trump: First Defendant in Fulton County Election Interference Case Pleads Guilty
Scott Hall, one of 19 defendants in the Fulton County election interference case against former president Donald Trump and his allies, pleaded guilty Friday afternoon to five misdemeanor charges. Hall, a bail bondsman accused of entering the Coffee County elections office and illegally accessing voting equipment, is the first of the defendants to forge an […]
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Georgia Law: When is it legally justifiable to shoot someone?
If you’re wondering when it’s legally justifiable to use deadly force in Georgia, the Marietta Police laid out some guidelines earlier today in a social media post. Georgia law allows you to use deadly force to prevent death, serious injury, or a felony. However, this is only permissible if a “reasonable person” would do the […]
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Where is the Best Place to Live in Georgia?
The number of Americans who relocate each year has been trending downward for decades. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, only 28.2 million people moved to a new home in 2022, down from 41.1 million 20 years earlier. Of those who did move in 2022, the vast majority – an estimated 78% – stayed within […]
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Georgia Mom Accused of Trying to Drown Her 7-year-old Daughter in Tennessee Lake. What We Know
The Gist: A Georgia mom was arrested on Wednesday afternoon in Tennessee after witnesses reported her attempting to drown a child and then driving her car into a lake. The suspect, Jessica Upton faces charges of attempted first-degree murder and aggravated child abuse. The Details: According to local media sources, at around 2 p.m., Vonore […]
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The Celebration of Jimmy Carter’s 99th Birthday Will Start Early to Beat the Government Shutdown
President Jimmy Carter will celebrate his 99th birthday Sunday, and the Carter Center in Atlanta has kicked off the party early. The main event will be held Saturday from noon to 4 p.m., with a birthday cake, food trucks, family-friendly games and activities, and stories from Dot Padgett, one of the original members of Carter’s […]
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Alpharetta Wants to Know How You Feel About Short-term Rentals
The Gist: Alpharetta is taking a closer look at the role of short-term vacation rentals in the community. A public conversation is set for October 18 at City Hall, where residents can share their views on how these rentals are affecting their neighborhoods. The Details: The upcoming gathering follows an initial discussion by city officials […]
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Georgia Man Accused of Blowing up ATM
The Gist: A 53-year-old resident of DeKalb County faces a federal indictment for allegedly destroying an ATM in Decatur’s North DeKalb Mall and possessing illegal explosives. According to prosecutors, Abdurrahim Jalal took about $88,000 from the machine’s vault after the explosion. The Details: On March 29, at approximately 3:11 a.m., an explosion rocked the Bank […]
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How Can Georgians Improve the Health of Their Family Members?
The health of your family is clearly one of the most important considerations in life. Whilst enjoying a level of income that promotes a high standard of living is important, it accounts for little if you or your family members suffer from ongoing health problems. Put simply, being in poor health can directly affect your […]
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Why you shouldn’t plug a space heater into a power strip or surge protector
As winter draws near, temperatures across Georgia and the Southern U.S. will — eventually — get colder. For many residents, this means cranking up the heat and using space heaters to keep warm. But an overlooked detail could potentially lead to harmful consequences: plugging these heaters into power strips. The Technical Angle First, a little […]
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Everything You Need to Know About Crabapple Fest 2023
The Gist: Crabapple Fest, Milton’s signature fall gathering, is back with more vendors, more activities, and even more ways for the family to have fun. The event is October 7, promising an action-packed day for upwards of 35,000 visitors. The Details: Slated for Crabapple Road between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m., the festival offers a […]
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Braves News: Cubs Broadcaster Clarifies Irked Reaction to Ronald Acuña’s 70th Stolen Base Celebration
Cubs broadcasters Jon “Boog” Sciambi and Jim Deshaies received some heat Wednesday night after they had a controversial reaction to the Braves’ decision to stop their game when Ronald Acuña Jr. made history by stealing his 70th base of the season. Acuña took the base out of the ground in the 10th inning after becoming the first major leaguer to tally at least 40 […]
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Braves Fans, Have You Seen ‘Carrollton Blooper?’
Carrollton residents have a new reason to put on their Atlanta Braves gear and step outside. A local version of the Braves mascot, affectionately named “Carrollton Blooper,” has emerged as a symbol of both sports enthusiasm and community spirit on Spence Road. The initiative comes from the owners of the property where “Carrollton Blooper” resides. […]
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When Hospitality Goes Wrong: Buford Resident Robbed in Home-Sharing Scam
The Gist: A Buford homeowner’s trust was exploited by an armed robber using a home-sharing platform to gain entry into the home. According to the Gwinnett County Police, 26-year-old Khalil Hamilton tricked the resident into assisting with a bathroom repair, only to pull out a handgun and rob the homeowner. The Details: On September 26, […]
