The Cobb Galleria Centre is ditching its longtime name as part of a massive renovation project that will change how people find and talk about the venue. The New Name: And what is the new name for The Cobb Galleria? The venue will now be called The Cobb Convention Center-Atlanta. What’s Happening: Cobb County commissioners […]
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The Fed May Cut Rates Today: What Do Most Americans Think About it?
The Federal Reserve will almost certainly cut interest rates by a quarter point on Wednesday, but most Americans feel indifferent or upset about it. What It Means For You: You’ll save money on credit cards and loans, but many people say the cut won’t make a real difference in their daily lives. What’s Happening: A […]
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Bibb County Jail Inmate Dies By Apparent Suicide Wednesday
An inmate at the Bibb County Law Enforcement Center died by apparent suicide early Wednesday morning, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. Why It Matters: In-custody deaths raise questions about jail conditions and mental health resources for inmates, while triggering mandatory investigations and oversight protocols. What’s Happening: Corrections deputies found the unresponsive inmate in […]
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Gunshots Fired in Georgia Tech Dining Hall: What We Know
Students fled Georgia Tech’s West Village dining hall last night after gunshots rang out during what police described as an altercation between two employees. Why It Matters: The incident sent students running from a popular campus dining spot and triggered a heavy police response, though authorities quickly confirmed no one was injured and there was […]
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Georgia Man Takes 30-Ton Excavator for a Slow-Speed Joyride
A 66-year-old man allegedly borrowed a massive piece of construction equipment without asking and took it for the world’s slowest joyride Friday night. What’s Happening: Danny Ross Robinson of Demorest now faces charges of driving under the influence and theft by taking a motor vehicle after Habersham County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrested him on Old […]
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Savannah Teacher Arrested for Grooming Former Student
A Savannah public school teacher now sits in jail after police say he groomed a minor for sex. What’s Happening: Chatham County Police arrested 32-year-old Jawan Johnson Sunday evening and charged him with grooming a minor for a sexual offense. What’s Important: Police have not said which school Johnson taught at or released details about […]
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57-Year-Old Georgia Man Gets 12 Years For Masturbating In Front Of a Child
A Warner Robins man will spend over a decade in prison after pleading guilty to masturbating in front of a 10-year-old child. What’s Happening: 57-year-old Jonathan Beach admitted to the crime Monday, just before his trial was set to start. A judge sentenced him to 25 years total, with 12 years behind bars and the […]
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Georgia Man Arrested For Spitting Blood at Officer
An Armuchee man managed to upgrade his misdemeanor arrest to felony status by spitting blood at a police officer, because apparently regular obstruction just wasn’t enough. What’s Happening: A 38-year-old Armuchee man now faces a felony obstruction charge after his Sept. 3 arrest at a Big Indian Trail residence went from bad to biohazardous. The […]
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Marietta Pedestrian Dies After Hit-and-Run Driver Flees Crash Scene
A Marietta man died after being hit by a car on Terrell Mill Road Monday night. Police say the driver left the scene but was later arrested at his home. What’s Happening: A 36-year-old man from Marietta was crossing Terrell Mill Road outside of a marked crosswalk around 7:12 p.m. on Monday, October 20, when […]
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3 Men Arrested After Deputies Stop Suspected Drone Drop at Georgia Prison
Three men are in custody after Washington County deputies found them with a drone and equipment near a state prison early Saturday morning. What’s Happening: Deputies stopped a vehicle leaving Washington State Prison in Davisboro around midnight on October 18 after spotting traffic violations. Inside, they found a large drone, drone batteries, and other items […]
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Savannah Father Gets Life in Prison for Killing Daughter
A Savannah man will spend at least 30 years behind bars for killing his 17-year-old daughter last summer. What’s Happening: Maurice Pollock pleaded guilty to murdering his daughter Maria in July 2024. A judge sentenced him to life in prison with the possibility of parole. What’s Important: Pollock cannot ask for parole until he serves […]
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Teen Found Shot Dead in Rome Neighborhood
Rome police are asking for your help after finding a teen shot to death early Friday morning. What’s Happening: Officers found the victim with a gunshot wound on Woodcreek Way around 5:20 a.m. He died from his injuries. The teen has been identified as 18-year-old Adam Hernandez of Rome. What’s Important: Police have opened a […]
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Houston Man Missing After Visit to Atlanta’s Lenox Mall
A 20-year-old man from Texas has been missing for nearly two weeks after visiting one of Atlanta’s busiest shopping centers. What’s Happening: Christopher Chapman was last seen on October 10 at Lenox Mall on Peachtree Road. His girlfriend reported him missing five days later on October 15. What’s Important: Chapman and his girlfriend were visiting […]
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Fall Weather Hits Georgia: How to Keep Your Family Safe From Home Fires
As temperatures drop across Georgia, fire safety experts are warning families about the dangers of heating their homes this fall and winter. What’s Happening: The American Red Cross of Georgia is urging residents to take safety steps now before turning on heaters and fireplaces. Space heaters cause most home heating fires. What’s Important: Keep all […]
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Atlanta Chili Cook Off Returns to Dunwoody with $5,000 in Prizes
The annual Atlanta Chili Cook Off is coming back to Brook Run Park in Dunwoody on November 22, and this year brings the biggest competition yet. What’s Happening: More than 40 teams will compete for $5,000 in cash and prizes at the event, which runs from noon to 4 p.m. Past champions from across Georgia […]
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Henry County Police Search for Missing Man Last Seen in McDonough
Henry County police are asking for help finding Ken Nguyen, who went missing Monday morning and may be confused. What It Means For You: If you see a tan 1998 Toyota Tacoma with Georgia tag PME5419 or a man matching Nguyen’s description, call police immediately at 770-957-9121. What’s Happening: Nguyen was last seen around 11:00 […]
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11-Year-Old Boy Airlifted After Being Hit by Car in Newnan
An 11-year-old boy was flown to the hospital Sunday after a car hit him while he was riding his bike in Newnan. What Happened: Police responded to Roberts Road near the LINC biking and walking trail around 2:30 p.m. Sunday. The boy was riding his bike through a crosswalk when he was struck. He was […]
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Georgians Want In-N-Out Burger More Than Any Other Missing Brand
Georgians dream of biting into an In-N-Out burger without boarding a plane, according to a new survey that asked people which brands they wish would come to their state. What It Means For You: If you’ve ever returned from a West Coast trip raving about In-N-Out’s animal-style fries or secret menu, you’re not alone. The […]
