For nearly half a century, he was known only as Seminole County John Doe. Now, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation says it has finally given that man his name back. The GBI announced March 17 that skeletal remains discovered in December 1976 have been identified as those of Curtis Lee Jones. The agency says it […]
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Drought Report: Georgia is still bone dry and not getting any better
Most of north and central Georgia is under moderate to severe drought, according to a U.S. Drought Monitor report dated March 17 and released Thursday by the National Weather Service Atlanta. What’s Happening: The National Weather Service says varying degrees of drought cover the majority of north and central Georgia. Extreme drought, rated D3 on […]
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JROTC teacher arrested for sending obscene materials to minors
A JROTC teacher is behind bars after the Georgia Bureau of Investigation says he showed a student an obscene image while on school grounds. The GBI arrested Cliffton Alan Bryant, of Dublin, on charges of Electronically Furnishing Obscene Materials to Minors and Improper Sexual Contact by an Employee, Agent, or Foster Parent. Bryant was booked […]
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Georgia man arrested for 1986 serial rape cases that terrorized Lawrenceville
A north Georgia man is behind bars — nearly four decades after a series of sexual assaults terrorized the Lawrenceville area. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation announced Tuesday that 60-year-old Glenn Daniel, of Carlton, was arrested and charged with three counts of rape in connection with the assault of three women in the summer of […]
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Bartow deputies kill Canton man who pointed gun at officers
State investigators are looking into an officer-involved shooting in Bartow County that left a Canton man dead. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation says it was called in by the Bartow County Sheriff’s Office to independently investigate the shooting, which happened the afternoon of March 17. According to the GBI, Bartow County Sheriff’s Office deputies and […]
Posted inEconomy
Georgia will suspend gas tax for 60 days in response to Iran war price surge
Georgia drivers should soon see relief at the pump after the Georgia General Assembly sent a temporary gasoline tax suspension to Gov. Brian Kemp. The 60-day suspension of the state excise tax would save drivers just over 33 cents a gallon for gasoline and 37 cents a gallon for diesel. It would cost the state […]
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Taylor County man arrested on 5 child molestation charges
A 66-year-old Butler man is behind bars tonight, facing five counts of Child Molestation following two separate investigations by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation. The GBI identified the suspect as William Robert Busbee of Butler, in Taylor County. According to the GBI, Busbee was arrested and booked into the Taylor County Jail. Two Investigations, One […]
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Man bites stranger on MARTA train, Presumably skips breakfast
A peaceful morning commute on a MARTA train headed toward Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport took a turn — as they do. Why It Matters: Violence on public transit affects everyone who depends on it to get to work, school, or the airport. If you ride MARTA, this happened on a route you probably take every […]
Posted inTips and Knowledge
How to drive when you see emergency lights
Over the weekend, the Statesboro Police addressed a frequently asked question regarding the proper procedure for drivers when encountering emergency lights on the road. According to police, drivers should stay calm and alert, slow down and assess the situation, and move over when it’s safe to do so. Drivers sometimes panic or try to abruptly […]
Posted inWeather
It’s only March and Georgia has already seen 13 tornadoes this year
North and Central Georgia have already seen 13 tornadoes in 2026, and the calendar has barely turned to spring. That’s according to preliminary data from the National Weather Service office in Atlanta, which has been tracking and surveying tornado damage across the region since January. The tally includes three separate weather events, two injuries, and […]
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Small Georgia town locks water meter to block giant ICE detention center
A small town about 45 miles east of Atlanta is pushing back against a massive immigration detention center leaders say will stretch its infrastructure past the breaking point. Social Circle City Manager Eric Taylor said there is a lock on the water meter at the facility, and it will stay there until U.S. Immigration and […]
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Hall County gets interim sheriff after DUI arrest got top cop suspended
Hall County has a new interim sheriff. The change comes after the county’s top law enforcement officer was arrested on a DUI charge and suspended from his job. What’s Happening: Chief Superior Court Judge Jason Deal appointed Major Chris Matthews as interim sheriff on March 18. Matthews took over all duties of the Hall County […]
Posted inEconomy
Georgia lawmakers want to suspend the gas tax to lower prices
Georgia drivers could soon get a break on rising gas prices under a proposal moving quickly through the General Assembly. The state House voted 163-4 on a bill Wednesday that would suspend Georgia’s gas tax to help moderate costs as they increase because of the United States war with Iran. “Given the actions in the […]
Posted inFood
Georgia Buffalo Wild Wings fails health inspection with a 66
A Buffalo Wild Wings in Peachtree Corners is on the clock after a routine health inspection left the restaurant with a failing grade. Inspectors with the Gwinnett, Newton and Rockdale County Health Departments visited the location at 6135 Peachtree Parkway on March 17 and handed the restaurant a score of 66 — an unsatisfactory rating. […]
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Bomb threat at Dick’s Sporting Goods in Canton: What we know
Canton Police say no explosive device was found at a Dick’s Sporting Goods store after a bomb threat was reported Wednesday afternoon. What happened: Officers were called to the store at 1810 Cumming Highway at about 4:17 p.m. The store was evacuated while emergency crews checked the building. No device was found. What’s confirmed: The […]
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Cobb County cleanup event set for March 29
Keep Cobb Beautiful is hosting a community cleanup on Saturday, March 28, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at three locations across Cobb County. Supplies will be provided. What’s Happening: The event is part of the Greatest American Cleanup, a national effort connected to America’s 250th anniversary celebration. Volunteers will clean up neighborhoods and parks. […]
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Rome recognized again for respect and civic engagement
The City of Rome has been recertified as a City of Civility, a designation given by the Georgia Municipal Association. What’s Happening: The renewal will be formally announced at the Georgia Municipal Association Annual Convention in Savannah in June. What’s Important: The City of Civility designation is awarded by the Georgia Municipal Association, a nonprofit […]
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2 Teens shot and killed in South Fulton neighborhood
Two teenage boys are dead after a shooting Tuesday night in a South Fulton residential neighborhood. A suspect is still on the loose. What’s Happening: South Fulton Police say the shooting happened near the 4200 block of Fortune Point. The medical examiner identified the victims as 16-year-old Jamauri Smarr and 14-year-old Jeremiah Carter. Between the […]
