A Catoosa County man will spend decades in prison after a jury convicted him of sexually abusing his own child and recording the abuse on video. What’s Happening: According to prosecutors, 35-year-old John Christian Collier was convicted on 16 counts of sexually related crimes against his child, according to the Lookout Mountain Judicial Circuit District […]
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Should Georgia Ban Cell Phones in High Schools?
A mandatory cellphone ban could be coming for all public high schools in Georgia after the positive outcomes reported by schools that have already implemented such policies. A new state law will require every public elementary and middle school in the state to lock up students’ phones and other personal devices starting next fall, but […]
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Georgia’s History is Written in Cursive. Can Your Child Read it?
Georgia students may struggle to read their own state’s historical records because they never learned cursive. A new digital teaching kit from the Georgia Historical Society tackles both problems at once. Why It Matters: Handwritten documents hold Georgia’s stories, but they’re useless if students can’t decipher the script. This free resource gives teachers a way […]
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19-Year-Old Accidentally Kills Friend While Showing Off Gun
A 21-year-old man died after being shot in the chest when his friend was showing him a gun inside a Valdosta home, according to police. What’s Happening: McArthur Howard died at South Georgia Medical Center on November 7 after being shot at a home on North Troup Street. Police say 19-year-old LC Strawder, was showing […]
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Another Cold Front Moves Into Georgia This Weekend
Georgians hoping for rain to ease the drought will have to wait a little longer, despite two cold fronts moving in this weekend. What’s Happening: The National Weather Service says two weak cold fronts will move through Georgia late this weekend and early next week. North Georgia has a 30% chance of rain on Sunday, […]
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After 43 Days, The Government Shutdown is Finally Over
The U.S. House approved a spending package Wednesday evening that will reopen the government and end the longest shutdown in the nation’s history, once President Donald Trump signs the legislation into law. The White House announced Trump will sign the bill in the Oval Office at 9:45 p.m. Eastern. The 222-209 vote marked the first […]
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Candler County Switches Emergency Alert Systems After CodeRED Outage
Candler County residents can now sign up for emergency alerts through a new system after the county’s CodeRED service stopped working Tuesday. What’s Happening: The Candler County Sheriff’s Office announced Nov. 11 that CodeRED was suspended without warning. The outage appears to have affected all customers using the platform. What’s Important: The county already has […]
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This Man Went Missing After Abandoning Vehicle in Chatham County
Police are searching for a man who left his car and disappeared this morning. What’s Happening: Robert Hatcher, 42, was last seen around 10 a.m. in the 300 block of International Trade Parkway after he abandoned his vehicle. What’s Important: Hatcher is 5 feet 9 inches tall, weighs 156 pounds, and has brown hair and […]
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Will You Be Able To See The Northern Lights in Georgia Again Tonight?
Georgia residents who saw a rare light show in the sky last night could get an even better view tonight as a powerful solar storm heads toward Earth. What’s Happening: A massive burst of energy from the sun is making its way to Earth and could create the northern lights over Georgia after sunset tonight. […]
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Political Ad Uses AI to Fake Jon Ossoff’s Words
An AI video showing Georgia Sen. Jon Ossoff saying things he never said is now circulating online, created deliberately by a fellow member of Congress. Mike Collins, who is running against Ossoff in Georgia’s Senate race next year created the video and is using it as part of his campaign. What’s Happening: Republican Rep. Mike […]
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What Do The Epstein Emails Say?
The three emails released by Democrats on the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform were among 23,000 pages of documents turned over to the committee by Epstein’s estate, according to Democrats. U.S. House Democrats investigating the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein released emails Wednesday they say show President Donald Trump knew about the financier’s abuse […]
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Fire Destroys Mobile Home in Yellow Creek During High Winds
A mobile home caught fire Monday afternoon in the Yellow Creek area while strong winds made fighting the flames more difficult. What’s Happening: Firefighters responded to a blaze on Mimi Lane off Partain Road around 2:50 p.m. and found a single-wide manufactured home engulfed in flames. The homeowner was not home when the fire started. […]
Posted inEconomy
REI Will Be Closed on Black Friday: Here’s Why
All 195 REI stores across the country will shut their doors on Black Friday for the 10th year in a row. What’s Happening: The outdoor retailer is giving its 14,000 employees a paid day off on Nov. 29 so they can spend time outside instead of working one of the busiest shopping days of the […]
Posted inFood
Should A Raising Cane’s Drive Through Open in Dunwoody?
A popular chicken finger chain wants to open on Ashford Dunwoody Road, but concerns about adding more traffic to an already congested corridor have city leaders hitting pause. What’s Happening: Raising Cane’s wants to build a 2,900 square-foot restaurant with double drive-through lanes at 4570 Ashford Dunwoody Road. The site used to be a bank […]
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Did You See The Northern Lights Over Georgia Last Night?
Georgia residents looked up Tuesday night to see a rare sight: the Northern Lights painting the sky red. What’s Happening: A severe space storm brought the colorful light show to parts of Georgia. While some people could see hints of color with their eyes, cameras captured a strong red glow across the night sky. What’s […]
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Macon Bootleg Bar Shut Down After 50 Police Calls and Shooting Reports
A Macon establishment has been forced to close its doors after officials say it became a hub for crime and illegal activity. What’s Happening: Judge Samuel Ozburn ordered the Bootleg on Carnation Street to cease operations immediately following a request from Macon-Bibb County. The business never obtained proper licenses to operate or sell alcohol, according […]
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Winter 2026 in Georgia: Snow or No?
With a sweltering summer and a dry fall, the freeze on November 10 reminds people that winter is coming soon. While there was a hint of snowfall during the freeze, many Georgians were left asking the big question – Will Georgia see more snow this year? Here’s what we know. Predictions of snow in Georgia […]
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Ice Skating Rink Coming to Downtown Woodstock This Winter
Downtown Woodstock will have a new spot for winter fun this year with the arrival of the Adair Park Ice Rink. What’s Happening: The ice rink is coming to downtown Woodstock this winter season. Skaters will be able to enjoy ice skating and hot cocoa at the seasonal attraction. Details on when the ice rink […]
