Georgia has become the number one place Americans want to spend their holidays, with the Atlanta metro area drawing more road-tripping families than any other destination in the country. What’s Happening: The Atlanta–Sandy Springs–Alpharetta metro area ranks as the top metro area people are driving to this holiday season, beating out major cities like New York, […]
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Georgia Power and Falcons Launch Holiday Lights Contest With Tickets Prize
Georgia Power and the Atlanta Falcons want to see your holiday lights and decorations. What’s Happening: The two organizations are running a holiday lights contest from Nov. 28 through Dec. 12 where Georgians can win prizes by sharing their festive displays or community service projects on Instagram. What’s Important: The grand prize winner gets four sideline tickets […]
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Brookhaven Police Track and Arrest Fugitive With Cameras and K9
What’s Happening: Officers responded to Pollo Campero on Buford Highway on November 24 after employees triggered an alarm during a domestic dispute. The woman involved told police the man had a felony warrant and was carrying a gun. What’s Important: Police used the Operation Plugged In camera system to follow 22-year-old Antonio Dwayne Bailey as he walked […]
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A Thanksgiving Message From Kingland Police Chief Rick Evans
As we gather with family and friends to celebrate Thanksgiving, I want to take a moment to share how truly grateful I am for our community. This season reminds us of the importance of compassion, unity, and looking out for one another—and I see those values lived out every day here in Kingsland. I am […]
Posted inEconomy
Record 187 Million Americans Plan to Shop Thanksgiving Weekend
Nearly 187 million Americans are expected to shop between Thanksgiving and Cyber Monday this year, breaking last year’s record. What’s Happening: The National Retail Federation says 186.9 million people plan to shop during the five-day holiday weekend. That’s 3 million more than last year’s previous record of 183.4 million shoppers. What’s Important: Black Friday remains the biggest […]
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Comcast Business Launches Wireless Connect to Keep Southeast Small Businesses Connected
In today’s fast-paced digital world, small businesses can’t afford to be offline—not even for a moment. From processing transactions and managing cloud-based tools to staying connected with customers, reliable internet access is the backbone of modern business. Comcast Business has introduced Wireless Connect, a new solution designed to keep small businesses across the South online, […]
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ByHeart Expands Recall to All Baby Formula After Finding Botulism in Unopened Cans
A baby formula company has expanded its recall to include every product it makes after finding dangerous bacteria in unopened containers. What’s Happening: ByHeart now says all of its formula across all product lots may be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum Type A — the bacteria that causes infant botulism. The company found the bacteria in five […]
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Police Search For Hit-And-Run Driver Who Fled Crash Scene At McDonough Publix
What’s Happening: A vehicle was involved in a hit-and-run crash around 3:54 p.m. on November 22 at the Publix located at 2158 Highway 20 West in McDonough, according to the Henry County Police Department. What’s Important: The vehicle is displaying a license plate that does not belong to it, according to police. This could indicate […]
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AMBER Alert: Father Kidnaps 2-Month-Old Baby After Attacking Mother in Clayton County
UPDATE: According to the GBI, Roman Williams was found safe in Tennessee. The original article is below. A 2-month-old baby was kidnapped by his father after the man attacked the child’s mother and stole her car in Clayton County. What’s Happening: Police say Tariq Denzell Williams took his infant son Roman Williams during a dispute […]
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South Fulton Fire Station Closes for Repairs After Structural Damage
What’s Happening: The fire station at 3175 Bethsaida Road shut down while crews make repairs to fix the damage. Fire trucks and rescue units from that station have moved to other locations across the city. What’s Important: The city says residents and businesses should see little to no change in how fast help arrives during […]
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Safe Spots for Online Buying and Selling in Cobb County
Planning to meet a stranger to buy or sell something you found online? Cobb County police want you to handle online buying and selling exchanges at your local police station. What’s Happening: The Cobb County Police Department has set up safe online buying exchange zones at all five of its precincts and headquarters where people […]
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Cherokee County’s Alert App Hit by Cyberattack as Severe Weather is Expected
Cherokee County’s emergency alert app was knocked offline by hackers just as severe weather threatens the area today. What’s Happening: CodeRED, the county’s mass notification system, was hit by a targeted cyberattack from an organized criminal group. The system is currently down. What’s Important: Cherokee County has a backup alert system and can still send […]
Posted inEducation
UGA Entrepreneurship Students Pitch to NASA
From textiles that help regulate body temperature to batteries that make solar power more reliable, NASA scientists and engineers have produced thousands of technology and software patents. But how do those innovations make their way into our everyday life? This fall, University of Georgia students in the UGA Entrepreneurship Program explored NASA’s treasure trove of […]
Posted inWeather
Severe Storms Possible Across Georgia Today
Most of Georgia faces the threat of severe thunderstorms Tuesday, with damaging winds and hail expected throughout the day. What’s Happening: The National Weather Service has issued a marginal risk for severe weather across much of the state. Multiple rounds of showers and thunderstorms are expected from Tuesday morning through Tuesday night, creating dangerous conditions […]
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The Art of Snow Panic: Decoding Winter Weather Terms Before You Buy All the Bread
It is a time-honored tradition in the Peach State. A meteorologist mentions a single snowflake, and within the hour, grocery store shelves are stripped bare of milk and bread. But before residents rush to make their annual supply of “disaster French Toast,” it might be helpful to understand what the National Weather Service is actually […]
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Massive Amount of Meth Found Hidden in Blackberries in Georgia
Law enforcement officers seized a massive amount of illegal drugs in North Georgia communities late last week. Authorities discovered the drugs hidden inside shipments of fruit during searches in two different counties. What’s Happening: The FBI Atlanta office announced a major seizure of crystal methamphetamine on Friday night, November 21. Agents and local officers found […]
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Former Black Panther Leader Jailed For Shooting Fulton Deputy Dies in Prison
Jamil Abdullah Al-Amin, the man convicted of killing a Fulton County deputy in 2000, died Sunday in federal custody in North Carolina. He was 82. What’s Happening: Al-Amin died at the Federal Medical Center in Butner after what his family described as a prolonged period of severe medical decline. The Federal Bureau of Prisons confirmed […]
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Georgia State Patrol Ramps Up Enforcement for Thanksgiving Weekend
State Troopers and Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Officers will increase their presence on Georgia roads starting Wednesday evening to keep holiday travelers safe. What’s Happening: The Georgia State Patrol will add more officers to interstates and state roads during a 102-hour period from 6 p.m. Wednesday, November 26, through 11:59 p.m. Sunday, November 30. What’s Important: […]
