A man is dead after being hit by a train Thursday afternoon near downtown Macon. What Happened: Macon-Bibb County Coroner Leon Jones says 34-year-old Richard Allen Disbro was struck just after 1 p.m. near Riverside Drive, between Second and Third streets. Between the Lines: Railroad tracks in downtown Macon run through areas with both pedestrian […]
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Police Search for Liberty County Woman in Animal Cruelty Case
Police in Liberty County are searching for Stephanie-Anne Cantu after a disturbing case of alleged animal cruelty. Authorities responded to a call on February 10, where they found multiple decaying and malnourished dogs at a residence in Hinesville. The Details Liberty County deputies were called to a home on East B. Cooper Highway around 6:11 […]
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New York Man Pleads Guilty in Buckhead Real Estate Fraud
A New York City man has pleaded guilty to running a massive investment fraud scheme involving a planned commercial real estate project in the Buckhead area of Atlanta. Elchonon “Elie” Schwartz, 46, admitted his guilt on one count of wire fraud in federal court Wednesday and faces a maximum of 20 years in prison. According […]
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Georgia is The 5th Most Caring State in the Nation
Georgia has been recognized as one of the most caring states in the U.S., securing the fifth spot in a new study by Mirador Living. The study, based on data from multiple agencies, assessed states on factors such as healthcare professionals per capita, charitable donations, and child adoptions. ❤️ Why It Matters: Georgia’s high ranking […]
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Brunswick is Now The Top Port in The US for Automobiles
The Port of Brunswick has supplanted Baltimore as the nation’s busiest port for autos and heavy equipment. The Colonel’s Island Terminal in Brunswick handled more than 2 million tons of Roll-on/Roll-off cargo last year, Griff Lynch, president and CEO of the Georgia Ports Authority, said Wednesday at the annual Brunswick State of the Port luncheon. […]
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Man Shot at East Point McDonald’s: What We Know
A man was shot and killed outside a McDonald’s on Virginia Avenue in East Point, and police are asking for the public’s help to find the person responsible. East Point police said officers responded to the fast-food restaurant at 1203 Virginia Avenue around 2:10 a.m. on February 7 after receiving reports of a shooting. They […]
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Fire Breaks Out at Marquez Tire Shop in Valdosta
A fire broke out at a Valdosta tire shop Wednesday, but firefighters managed to stop it before it spread inside the building. 🚒 What Happened: Just before noon on Wednesday, the Valdosta Fire Department rushed to a commercial fire at Marquez Tire Shop on West Hill Avenue. Within three minutes, crews were on the scene, […]
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Legal Options for Ski Injuries: What to Do After an Accident on the Slopes
Many individuals enjoy the winter scenery while taking part in skiing for a sense of adventure. However, it comes with risks of accidents and injuries of varying degrees of seriousness on the slopes. This prompts the need to know one’s options and steps for proper action and possible compensation. Steps to Take Right After a […]
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Georgia’s Top Restaurant for Valentine’s Day Revealed
Valentine’s Day is all about finding the perfect romantic dinner spot—without the hassle of months-long reservations. A nationwide survey has ranked Cork & Flame in Evans as Georgia’s top hidden gem for a memorable Valentine’s meal. The restaurant was the number one restaurant in Georgia and ranked number 46 nationwide. 🍷 Who Made it Happen: […]
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13 Kids Saved From Child Sexploitation in Operation Byte Down
A statewide investigation targeting online child exploitation has led to the arrest of 17 people in Georgia. “Operation Byte Down,” conducted by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation’s Child Exploitation and Computer Crimes Unit, involved 33 law enforcement agencies working to identify and apprehend individuals suspected of sexually exploiting children. Investigators identified 13 children living in […]