The Gist: In an unprecedented display of courtroom disarray, the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) trial concerning the Young Slime Life (YSL) gang in Fulton County has reached its fifth month without managing to seat a single juror. The process has been marked by a series of bizarre disruptions that have left onlookers and […]
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How Georgia’s Representatives voted on the debt ceiling
Last week, Georgia’s representatives in Congress faced a tough decision on the debt ceiling deal. This critical vote has the potential to impact the nation’s economy and the way the government functions. The votes from Georgia’s representatives weren’t all the same, showing that this issue is complex and did not easily break down along party […]
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Photos: Georgia valedictorians meet the governor
In a heartening celebration of academic excellence, Governor Brian Kemp and First Lady Marty Kemp welcomed the valedictorians of 2023 from schools across Georgia. Joined by the state’s education leaders, the Kemps commemorated the accomplishments of these bright young minds, urging them to continue shaping their future right here in the Peach State. This photo […]
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The Silent Epidemic: Unmasking the Threat of Online Bullying to Children
Nearly 50% of parents expressed concerns about their child’s online safety.
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June in Georgia History: The AJC, Coca-Cola and Delta get their start
From monumental battles to groundbreaking cultural shifts, the state of Georgia has a rich tapestry of historical events that took place during the month of June. Let’s journey back in time to explore some key moments. 18th Century: War and Revolution 19th Century: War and Innovation 20th Century: Growth and Change 21st Century: Progress and […]
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What is the most unique job in Georgia?
The United States has the most dynamic economy in the world. Where it once was symbolized by the automotive and steel industries, the American economy is now the world’s technology colossus. But the U.S. economy is more than that. It is a unique sum of the parts of 50 states whose identities are often tied […]
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The Cost of Housing Has Skyrocketed in North Fulton
The rising cost of shelter has been one of the major components of the current surge in inflation that began around the middle of 2021. According to the recent consumer price index summary from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Americans were paying 8.2% more to keep a roof over their heads compared to March last […]
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The Sobering Reality Behind Georgia’s Memorial Day: Deaths, DUIs and Traffic Disasters
The Gist: Memorial Day travel in Georgia turned deadly, with 16 lives lost in traffic accidents across the state during the long weekend. In a surge of incidents, over 200 individuals were injured, with law enforcement reporting almost 500 traffic crashes statewide. What Happened?: Georgia State Patrol Troopers reported 11 fatal accidents during the holiday […]
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Georgia’s senators vote in favor of debt ceiling deal
ATLANTA – Both of Georgia’s U.S. senators put aside their concerns over how the debt limit agreement reached by President Joe Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy would affect spending on federal programs to vote for the deal. Democrats Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock joined 61 of their colleagues from both sides of the aisle […]
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Empowering DeKalb’s Daughters: Free Leadership Program Opens Doors for Teen Girls
DeKalb County teen girls are set to gain invaluable personal, social, and professional development training thanks to a new initiative dubbed Girls’ Clubhouse. The free program, provided by the DeKalb Human Services Department’s Office of Youth Services, is now accepting applications until June 10. Girls’ Clubhouse is designed to equip female students in the county […]
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Which counties have the most farmland in Georgia?
Stacker compiled a list of counties with the most farmland in Georgia using data from the Agriculture Department’s Farm Service Agency.
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Three children who were missing in Atlanta have been found safe
Update: According to the Atlanta Police Department, all three children have been found and are safe. The original story is below. The News: Three children from Atlanta, Jayla McDaniel, 6, Arthur Patterson, 10, and Amiya Patterson, 14, have gone missing. Their mother last saw them at a local park near their Perry Blvd. home on […]
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How Much Does it Cost for Success in College Football
It’s no secret that college football is big in the states. So much so that a lot of money is often invested into the teams and the leagues to help achieve success. The Playoffs in the college football scene is also huge. In 2022, the CFP title game averaged around 22.6 millions viewers across ESPN, […]
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A City in Mourning: Atlanta remembers student who was killed outside Mays High School
A celebration of life and spirit services for Benjamin E. Mays High School student-athlete Bre’Asia D. Powell, who was tragically killed last week, will take place this weekend. The 16-year-old’s life was cut short during a gathering following a graduation party. Bre’Asia was one of two teenagers who became victims of a deadly shooting at […]
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Weekend Travel Alert: Peachtree Road lane closures ahead for crane installation
The Gist: Get ready for some traffic delays on State Route 9/Peachtree Road this weekend. Maintenance crews are setting up for an essential crane installation project. The Project: In the interest of worker and public safety, a lane will be closed for three days on Peachtree Road in Atlanta, making way for hefty construction vehicles […]
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Metro Atlanta’s top end is getting more rapid transit stations
ATLANTA – The board of Atlanta’s regional transit agency gave the go-ahead Thursday to a contract with an engineering consultant to design the addition of mass transit to the Top End of Interstate 285. CDM Smith of Sandy Springs will incorporate high-capacity bus-rapid transit (BRT) service into a project that will add two barrier-separated toll […]
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Hurricane season starts today. Here’s what experts predict for Georgia
Months after Coastal Georgia narrowly avoided a direct hit by Hurricane Ian in September, federal forecasters are predicting a “near-normal” hurricane season for 2023, featuring 12 to 17 named storms likely to develop throughout the Atlantic Ocean. In its annual outlook for the season — which runs between June 1 and Nov. 30 — the […]
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Court rules that lactation consultants can work license-free in Georgia
The Gist: In a ruling that could affect lactation care providers across the state, the Georgia Supreme Court has deemed the Georgia Lactation Consultant Practice Act, that mandates the licensing of lactation care providers, unconstitutional. The court upheld the right of the providers to pursue their lawful occupation free from “unreasonable government interference.” What Happened?: […]
