A Massachusetts-based electric vehicles supplier has abandoned plans to build a manufacturing facility in Bulloch County. Aspen Aerogels Inc., which makes thermal barriers that insulate the batteries on electric cars from fires, announced Thursday in an investor call that instead of building a second plant near Statesboro, it will increase production capacity at it East […]
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14-Year-Old’s Death in Norcross Sparks Fentanyl Arrests
A 14-year-old’s death from fentanyl-laced pills in Norcross has led to the arrests of three people accused of distributing drugs to children, as Gwinnett County police warn of rising overdoses. The Details: Brenda Alfaro-Alvarado, 21, of Norcross, was arrested Jan. 28 after police say she sold fentanyl-laced Percocet pills to the 14-year-old days before the […]
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How Far Should Georgia Go to Protect Children at School?
The state House of Representatives passed legislation last year offering tax credits to Georgians who buy safe firearm storage devices such as trigger locks and gun safes, but the bill died in the state Senate. Doing nothing is no longer an option following last September’s mass shooting at Apalachee High School in Barrow County that […]
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An Atlanta Coach is Missing and His Fiancée is Dead After They Fell Overboard on Lake Oconee
A Westminster Schools coach is still missing five days after his fiancée’s body was pulled from Lake Oconee, leaving Atlanta’s education community reeling. What’s Happening: 🔍 Between the Lines: 🚤 Search Update: Nine Department of Natural Resources boats, helicopters, and a cadaver dog trained to detect bodies underwater are scouring the lake. Authorities confirm this […]
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Austell’s First Black Police Chief Resigns
Chief Scott Hamilton made history as Austell’s first African American police chief. Now, after two and a half years of service, he announces his departure to focus on family. 🚔 What’s Happening: Hamilton submitted his resignation as Austell’s police chief this week. Under his leadership, the department moved closer to achieving its first-ever state certification. […]
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Flooding Could Slam Northwest Georgia This Weekend
Heavy rain and thunderstorms will sweep across Georgia this weekend, putting parts of the state at risk for flooding. 🌧️ What’s Happening: A storm system will bring rain to Georgia starting Saturday, with the heaviest downpours expected between 2 and 10 a.m. Sunday. 🗺️ Where It Hits: Northwest Georgia faces the highest flood risk. Recent […]
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Lucy McBath Fights to End Murder Prosecution Time Limit
A Georgia congresswoman wants to eliminate a rule that lets accused killers escape murder charges if their victims survive longer than a year. ⚖️ What’s Happening: Georgia Representative Lucy McBath introduced legislation to remove the “year-and-a-day” rule. This federal rule currently blocks prosecutors from filing murder charges when victims die more than 366 days after […]
Posted inEconomy
Georgians Are Taking on Debt Faster Than Residents in Most States
Georgians are taking on more debt at an alarming rate, landing the state in eighth place nationwide for fastest-growing consumer debt. 💳 What’s Happening: New data from WalletHub shows Georgia residents now carry an average credit card balance of $8,657. That marks a nearly four percent jump in just three months. 🚗 The Numbers That […]
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Cobb Schools Add Firearm Sniffing Dogs to School Safety Arsenal
Cobb County schools are adding a new layer of security with highly trained Vapor Wake detection dogs. These dogs can sniff out explosives and firearms in motion, making campuses safer for students and staff. 👮 Who Made It Happen: The Cobb County School District is partnering with Global K9 to bring these advanced detection teams […]
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Heavy Rain Leads to Flooding in Roswell
Heavy rain is causing serious flooding near the Chattahoochee River. Early this morning, Roswell fire crews set up barricades to block off dangerous areas. But fire officials say at least one driver thought the warning signs didn’t apply to them—going around the barriers and ending up stuck in rising water. ⚠️ Why It Matters: Flooded […]