A high-ranking member of the Venezuelan street gang Tren De Aragua was arrested yesterday in Cobb County, Georgia, in connection with a January triple shooting in Chicago that left two women dead. What We Know: Ricardo Gonzales faces charges of kidnapping, two counts of first-degree murder, and attempted first-degree murder. According to authorities, Gonzales allegedly […]
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Teen Dies in Shooting at Buford House Party
A young man was shot and killed early this morning at a house party in Buford, leaving Gwinnett County police searching for answers and a community in mourning. What We Know: Officers from the Northside Precinct rushed to 2715 Brown Road at approximately 2:09 a.m. after receiving reports of a shooting. When police arrived, they […]
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Storms Ahead For Georgia on Sunday
Mother Nature clearly wants the last word on your weekend plans. 🌩️ What We Know: Forecasters at the National Weather Service in Peachtree City warn that storms could sweep across Georgia tomorrow afternoon, bringing the possibility of hail and winds strong enough to rearrange your lawn furniture. While the main severe weather bulls-eye targets areas […]
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What is Today’s Pollen Count in Georgia?
Tree pollen leads the charge Saturday as spring allergens make themselves known across the Peach State. 🌳 What We Know: Georgia’s total pollen count reached 72 on Saturday, placing it firmly in the moderate range. Tree pollen dominates the landscape right now, with grass and weed pollens showing lower but still detectable levels. Mold spores […]
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Boil Water Advisory In Effect For Homes Near Ogeechee Road
The City of Savannah issued a precautionary boil water advisory today for residents near 2729 Ogeechee Road. The advisory impacts about 25 homes along Ogeechee Road from Dawes Avenue north to Stiles Avenue. Construction work on the Department of Transportation project at Ogeechee Road and Stiles Avenue caused a water main break. 💧 Take Action: […]
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77-Year-Old Georgia Man Arrested After SWAT Standoff
A 77-year-old man is in custody following a tense standoff with police after allegedly threatening sewer workers with a gun in South Fulton. What Happened: Police arrested the elderly suspect after hours of negotiation on Thaxton Road. Catch Up Quick: South Fulton Police called in SWAT teams after the armed man retreated into his home […]
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Talmadge Bridge Makes Federal Watch List for Vessel Strike Dangers
Georgia’s Talmadge Bridge in Savannah faces potential catastrophic collapse risk from large vessel strikes, according to a new National Transportation Safety Board report. The Talmadge Bridge, built in 1991, is among 68 bridges nationwide that cross navigable waterways used by ocean-going vessels but have never undergone modern vulnerability assessments to determine their risk of collapse […]
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Malnourished Dog Was Abandoned in Freezing Weather in Marietta
Cobb County animal cruelty detectives are searching for a person who abandoned a severely malnourished dog in freezing weather last month, leaving the young dog without food, water or shelter. What We Know: The mixed-breed puppy, described as resembling a labradoodle, was left in a metal cage near a residence on Forest Lane SE in […]
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Kemp-Backed Legal Overhaul Passes Georgia House Hurdle
(The Center Square) – Sweeping tort reform legislation in Georgia on Thursday passed the House of Representatives 91-82, with some Republicans voting against it and three Democrats supporting it. Senate Bill 68 would limit some liability awards and protect businesses from lawsuits for acts outside of their control. The goal, according to the bill’s backers, is […]