Georgia lost 3,500 construction jobs between May 2024 and May 2025, placing it among the top 10 states experiencing the steepest declines in the sector. What It Means For You: If you work in construction or related industries in Georgia, you may face a tighter job market and potentially lower wages as employers adjust to […]
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Tropical Storm Imelda Takes Hard Right and Avoids Georgia
The latest forecast shows Imelda moving eastward, meaning Georgia residents can expect minimal weather disruptions this week. What It Means For You: You’ll experience a warm, dry Sunday with temperatures in the mid to upper 80s, followed by increased cloud cover and possible light rain showers on Monday as Imelda moves off Florida’s east coast. […]
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Beware of Fake Tyler Perry Studios Scam Targeting Aspiring Actors
Young and aspiring talent is always on the lookout for opportunities to break into their chosen careers. Actors dream of working in film and theater, musicians want to upload their music to streaming platforms and perform live gigs, and traditional artists hope to see their work in galleries and sell pieces online. With Gen Z […]
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NIH Launches New Multimillion-Dollar Initiative to Reduce U.S. Stillbirth Rate
The National Institutes of Health has launched a five-year, $37 million stillbirth consortium in a pivotal effort to reduce what it has called the country’s “unacceptably high” stillbirth rate. The announcement last week thrilled doctors, researchers and families and represented a commitment by the agency to prioritize stillbirth, the death of an expected child at […]
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Here Are The Georgia Starbucks Locations That Are Closing
Four Georgia Starbucks locations are closing their doors as part of the coffee giant’s corporate restructuring, leaving some local caffeine seekers to find their fix elsewhere. What It Means For You: If you frequent the Starbucks at 100 Peachtree Street, 21 14th Street, 1870 Piedmont Avenue in Atlanta, or 1758 Washington Road in Thomson, you’ll […]
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Police Shot an Armed Man Approaching an Elementary School in Valdosta
A Valdosta police officer shot and killed 25-year-old Tychicus Armondo Deshazer as he approached S.L. Mason Elementary School with a gun after reportedly firing at cars in the pickup line on Thursday. What’s Happening: The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is conducting an independent investigation of the September 25 officer-involved shooting at the request of the […]
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Can Guaranteed Income Improve Georgia’s Dismal Preterm Birth Rate?
A pilot program began providing a $1,000 monthly stipend in June for pregnant women living in parts of Fulton County with a high preterm birth rate. In 2024, Georgia received an “F” on the March of Dimes Report Card, with a 11.8% preterm birth rate, which is higher than the U.S. rate of 10.4%. Atlanta […]
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Tropical Storm Imelda Could Target Georgia Coast Early Next Week
A weather system currently designated as PTC 9 is forecast to strengthen into Tropical Storm Imelda by Sunday, with coastal Southeast impacts likely in the coming days. What It Means For You: Georgia residents, especially those with coastal travel plans this weekend, should stay alert to changing forecasts as the storm’s path remains uncertain. No […]
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ECS4Kids Expands to 10 Georgia Counties
ECS4Kids is bringing its early childhood education services to Georgia, marking the organization’s first expansion outside Florida. The five-year federal grant will provide Head Start services to 340 students and their families across Bulloch, Burke, Columbia, Emanuel, Jefferson, Jenkins, Lincoln, McDuffie, Screven and Warren counties. “This expansion into Georgia reflects our unwavering commitment to ensuring […]
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Georgia Man Arrested After Shooting Neighbor’s Dog
A Rome resident faces animal cruelty charges after allegedly entering another person’s property and shooting their dog. What’s Happening: Joshua Davis Magnussen, 44, was taken into custody this week following an incident on Watson Street where he reportedly walked onto someone else’s property and shot their dog. What It Means For You: Pet owners in […]
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School Bus Crash Closes Highway 9 In Roswell: No Children Were on it
A privately-owned school bus collided with another vehicle on Atlanta Street (Highway 9) in Roswell this morning, closing all lanes between Riverside Road and Chattahoochee Circle. What It Means For You: If you passed by the crash site this morning, it may have caused concern. Roswell Fire officials have made clear that no students were […]
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Woodstock is Getting a Diverging Diamond at I-575
Woodstock residents and commuters have until October 10 to share their thoughts on the planned $13.7 million diverging diamond interchange at I-575 and Ridgewalk Parkway. What It Means For You: The redesign aims to reduce traffic congestion and improve safety at this major gateway, potentially cutting your commute time if you regularly travel through this […]
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Roswell Man Charged With Murder After Shooting Father During Argument
A Roswell family is grieving after police say a 29-year-old man shot and killed his father following an argument in their apartment. What’s Happening: Tristan Dinnall, 29, was arrested and charged with murder and possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony after allegedly shooting his father, Gary Clark, 56, on Thursday morning. […]
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Last Ride: Malibu Norcross Closes Sunday After More Than 20 Years
Malibu Norcross, the go-kart and arcade landmark just off I-85, is shutting down after more than two decades of family fun. The last rides and games wrap up this Sunday, marking the end of an era for Gwinnett families who grew up celebrating birthdays and summer weekends there. 🌊 What’s Happening: The park’s new owner, […]
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Daughter Charged with Murder of Mother in Stone Mountain Stabbing Death
A Stone Mountain woman has been charged with the murder of her mother following a fatal stabbing incident on Deshong Drive. What’s Happening: Gwinnett County Police have identified the victim as 62-year-old Janet Morris of Stone Mountain. Her daughter, Brittany Morris, 33, has been charged with Felony Murder, Aggravated Assault, and Possession of a Knife […]
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Woman Stabbed to Death in Stone Mountain: What We Know
A woman was found dead with apparent stab wounds at a home on Deshong Drive in Stone Mountain Tuesday afternoon, according to Gwinnett County Police. What It Means For You: Residents in the Stone Mountain area may notice increased police activity as the investigation continues, though police believe this was an isolated domestic incident. What’s […]
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Tropical Storm Brewing Off East Coast: Could Georgia Be in the Crosshairs?
Weather forecasters are tracking a system that has an 80% chance of developing into a tropical storm this weekend, potentially bringing impacts to the East Coast including Georgia. What It Means For You: Georgia residents should stay alert to changing forecasts as this system develops. While it’s too early to know exact impacts, coastal areas […]
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Georgia Man Gets 14 Years For Blowing Up ATM With Pipe Bomb
A Decatur man will spend 14 years in prison for using a pipe bomb to blow up a bank ATM and steal $90,000. What’s Happening: Abdurrahim Jalal, 55, was sentenced Monday after being found guilty of multiple charges including bank theft and using explosives to commit a felony. • He blew up the ATM at […]
