Crews in DeKalb County are working to repair a broken water main that has left many residents and businesses along Covington Highway without water service this morning. What’s Happening: The DeKalb County Department of Watershed Management says a six-inch water line broke earlier today. As a result, people in the area are experiencing little to […]
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Meeting a Medical Malpractice Lawyer for the First Time? Read This Guide
One of the first things you’ll need to do if you or someone you care about has been hurt by a doctor or hospital is meet with a medical malpractice lawyer. This meeting is when you’ll find out if you have a solid case and what to do next. The good news is that most […]
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Feeling Down After the Holidays? You’re Not Alone
If you’re feeling sluggish or down after the holidays, you’re in good company. A new survey shows 84 percent of Americans report experiencing the winter blues. What’s Happening: A study by Solitaire Bliss shows how people are dealing with seasonal sadness. The survey pinpoints popular ways to shake off the winter slump. What It Means […]
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Who is Liable When Someone Else Drives Your Car and Gets in an Accident?
When you allow someone else to drive your car, you trust them with your vehicle and your financial and legal responsibilities. Liability becomes crucial if an accident occurs while someone else is behind the wheel. Knowing the financial implications of an accident is essential in navigating this complex situation and determining who bears the responsibility. How […]
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What Are The Chances of Snow in Georgia on Friday?
Snowfall is becoming more likely later this week in north Georgia, with the heaviest accumulations expected in the mountains. What’s Happening: Forecasters are growing more confident about snow arriving between Friday and Saturday across the northern part of the state. Current models show the greatest chance for at least one inch of snow in the […]
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MARTA Police Charge Third Suspect with Murder in Bus Driver Shooting
MARTA police have charged a third suspect with murder in the shooting death of MARTA bus driver Leroy Ramos. Just The Facts: The Details: According to MARTA police, Ramos was shot following an argument at the Decatur Station. The immediate arrests of two suspects were followed by a manhunt for the third, who later surrendered […]
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Fulton County School Board Wants Out of Statewide Property Tax Cap
Fulton County school officials are considering opting out of Georgia’s new property tax cap, which voters approved in November. Residents will have three public hearings to discuss the issue. The hearings are required by law. What’s Happening: House Bill 581, also known as the “Save Our Homes Act,” passed by the Georgia General Assembly and […]
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Arrest Made in Albany Walmart Shooting
A man has been arrested and charged with aggravated assault following a shooting outside a Walmart in Albany. Just the Facts: The Details: Police responded to reports of gunfire outside the Walmart at 2486 North Slappey Boulevard. Witnesses described a man firing shots at another man driving a purple Tahoe. The shooter then fled in […]
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Brookhaven Pushes to Override Voter-Approved Property Tax Cap
Brookhaven officials are moving to opt out of Georgia’s new property tax cap, defying the will of 63% of Georgia voters who supported the measure in November. What’s Happening: The City of Brookhaven has scheduled three public hearings to justify opting out of House Bill 581, which limits annual increases in property values for tax […]
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SCAD President Honored at White House Ceremony
Savannah College of Art and Design president Paula Wallace was honored at a White House ceremony Thursday night, where she was bestowed the Presidential Citizens Medal by President Joe Biden. Wallace, who co-founded SCAD in 1978, was among 20 national recipients of the medal — the second-highest honor a civilian can earn, behind only the […]