DUBLIN — A shooting on Woodlawn Street in Dublin, GA has left a 16-year-old girl dead and many questions unanswered. The incident, which occurred yesterday morning, is under active investigation by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation. According to the GBI, preliminary findings indicate that the teenager, identified as Shamiruna Coney, arrived at a home around […]
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On-again, Off-again Georgia Transgender Health Care Law Back on
ATLANTA – A federal judge has lifted a preliminary injunction that was blocking a new state law limiting medical care for transgender minors in Georgia, allowing enforcement to resume. U.S. District Judge Sarah Geraghty issued the injunction two weeks ago in a lawsuit filed by four Georgia families and a national organization of parents with […]
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One-year-old shot and killed in Marietta
MARIETTA — In a heart-wrenching incident, a one-year-old boy was shot and later pronounced dead at Kennestone Hospital on September 5. The tragedy unfolded in an apartment at 1631 White Circle, leading to the arrest of a Marietta man on multiple charges. The Incident According to Cobb County Police Department, officers arrived at the scene […]
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CDC Chief says COVID is here to stay
Dr. Mandy Cohen ATLANTA – While there’s been an uptick of COVID-19 cases heading into the fall, help is on the way, Dr. Mandy Cohen, the new director of the Atlanta-based Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), said Wednesday. A new booster shot will be available as early as next week, Cohen said at […]
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Lithonia man gets life in prison in motel murder of transgender woman
The Gist: Deontavious Brewer, 24, of Lithonia, was sentenced to life in prison plus five years after a jury found him guilty of killing Kenneth “Peaches” Armstrong, a transgender woman. What Happened? On August 10, jurors convicted Brewer on several charges including Felony Murder and Aggravated Assault. The conviction follows a November 2020 incident at […]
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A 1965 Ford Mustang has gone missing in Gwinnett County
If you’re a fan of classic cars or just like to keep an eye on what’s happening in your neighborhood, you’ll want to hear this. A 1965 Ford Mustang, heavily customized, is now missing in Gwinnett County. This isn’t your average ’65 Mustang. From square LED Angle Eye headlights to Recaro cloth racing bucket seats, […]
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Georgia’s Must-Visit Spots for Fall 2023
Looking for the ultimate day out this fall in Georgia? The Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta has been crowned the state’s most popular attraction, based on social media and Google search data for 2023, according to AirportParkingReservations.com. Georgia Aquarium Leads the Pack The Georgia Aquarium raked in 110,000 Google searches per month and has been featured […]
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New Automotive Parts Company Will Bring 300 Jobs to Metter
The Gist: DAS Corp., an automotive parts company, will establish a new manufacturing facility in Metter, Georgia, creating 300 new jobs and bringing in over $35 million in investment. The facility will primarily produce automotive seat structures and is expected to begin operations in the latter half of 2024. What Happened?: DAS Corp., a Korean […]
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Diarrhea Dilemma: Delta Flight Returns to Atlanta Due to ‘Crappy’ Situation
Late Friday night, travelers aboard Delta flight 194 bound for Barcelona found themselves back on Georgia soil sooner than expected. But this was no ordinary turnaround. The reason? A case of explosive diarrhea that resulted in a biohazard situation that flushed a European vacation down the toilet for several passengers. Shortly after takeoff, the airline […]
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61 Atlanta ‘Cop City’ protesters indicted on RICO charges
ATLANTA – More than five dozen activists have been indicted on racketeering charges for violence associated with attempts to stop the construction of a controversial police training center by the city of Atlanta, Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr announced Tuesday. The 61 defendants, including 13 from Georgia, are accused of violating the state’s Racketeer Influenced […]
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Georgia’s New Voting District Maps Get Their Day in Court
ATLANTA – A federal court began hearing legal challenges Tuesday to congressional and legislative redistricting maps the General Assembly’s Republican majorities drew two years ago based on the 2020 Census. The American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU’s Georgia chapter sued the state early last year, claiming the maps violate the federal Voting Rights Act […]
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Photos: Florida Fugitive with a History of Being a Sexual Predator Captured in Camden County
The Gist: After an intense search involving air and ground units, Terry Arnold Owens, a 41-year-old man wanted out of Florida, was captured near mile marker 12 on Northbound I-95. What Happened: Owens initially eluded deputies during a routine traffic stop. Ditching his car, he crossed Southbound I-95, scaled a fence, and vanished into the […]
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15-year-old dies from injuries sustained during police chase in Macon
A 15-year-old passenger involved in a police pursuit that ended in a vehicle crash has died, according to Atrium Health Hospital staff. The teenager was pronounced deceased on September 3, just after 7 p.m. The tragic outcome may raise questions about the use of police tactics in high-speed chases. The Chase On August 14, Bibb […]
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Update: Five Teens Die in Labor Day Crash in Gwinnett County. Three Were Lakeside High School Students
A devastating car accident on I-85 South at GA-316 in Gwinnett County has claimed the lives of five Georgia teens, three of whom were students at Lakeside High School in DeKalb County. The accident occurred on a raised ramp, where the vehicle carrying the teens went over the wall and landed on the Collector-Distributor road […]
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Here’s Who is Running for Office in Each City in Habersham County
November 7 is the date for local elections in Habersham County, and the list of qualified candidates for various offices is now public. The lineup shows a mix of competitive races and seats where candidates are running unopposed. Understanding Qualifying Let’s first clarify what “qualifying” means. It’s the legal process candidates undergo to get their […]
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Sheriff calls five inmate deaths in a month at the Fulton County Jail ‘not surprising,’ blames overcrowding
Dayvion Blake, 23, was killed at the Fulton County Jail Thursday following an inmate dispute that led to stabbings. The sheriff’s department said Blake and three other inmates were taken to Grady Memorial Hospital with stab wounds. One additional inmate was stabbed and treated at the jail by medical staff. According to the sheriff’s department, […]
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What was the worst earthquake to strike Georgia?
A mild 2.0 earthquake rumbled through Northeast Georgia on Sunday afternoon, barely enough to rattle the china but enough to serve as a reminder of the state’s turbulent geological past. While Sunday’s tremors were modest, it brings to mind the much more severe earthquake that shattered the peace of Augusta and surrounding areas back in […]
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Did You Feel the Earthquake That Hit Georgia Sunday Afternoon?
The Gist: A minor earthquake struck Georgia along the Tennessee border on the Labor Day holiday. What Happened?: A 2.0 magnitude earthquake rattled Georgia on Sunday afternoon, according to the US Geological Survey. The tremor occurred at 4:15 p.m. and had a depth of 3 kilometers. Its epicenter was located four miles east northeast of […]
