Legislation that would enhance criminal penalties for students who threaten their school passed the Georgia Senate Thursday. Senate Bill 61 was pushed by Republicans and passed 33-22 in a party-line vote. It would allow children aged 13 to 17 to be tried as adults for terroristic threatening. They could also land in superior court for […]
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How Trump’s Federal Cuts Caused a Hiring Freeze at Emory University
This article was originally published by Healthbeat, a nonprofit newsroom covering public health published by Civic News Company and KFF Health News. Emory University is joining a growing list of top research universities that plan to freeze or limit hiring because of concerns about federal research funding cuts. President Gregory Fenves announced the new policies […]
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Georgia Man Charged With Breaking Into House and Exposing Himself to a Child
A disturbing crime has shaken a local neighborhood. Greg Maurice Williams faces serious charges after allegedly breaking into a home and exposing himself to a child. 🚨 Why It Matters: Parents expect their children to be safe in their own homes. This crime violates that basic security and highlights the vulnerability even within our most […]
Posted inGeorgia By The Numbers
Georgia Residents Actually Do Hibernate During Winter
Turns out Georgians spent just 21 hours outside during the entire winter season. That’s less time than it takes to binge-watch a single season of most streaming shows. 🔍 What We Know: The average Georgian managed a paltry 2 hours and 25 minutes of outdoor time per week this winter, falling short of the national […]
Posted inYour Government
Georgia Mayor Resigns: What We Know
Mayor Donya Sartor is leaving office amid a city council-ordered financial audit, announcing her departure during Thursday’s special meeting. 🔍 Why It Matters: Residents will experience another leadership transition just two years after electing Sartor as the city’s first Black mayor, raising questions about stability in local government and how city finances have been managed. […]
Posted inFood
New Snellville Chick-fil-A Opens
Snellville residents can now satisfy their chicken sandwich cravings at the brand new Chick-fil-A on Centerville Highway. The restaurant opened its doors Thursday and plans to honor 100 community heroes with free chicken for a year. 🏠 What We Know: The new chicken haven sits at 3366 Centerville Highway in Snellville. It welcomes hungry customers […]
Posted inEconomy
New Tax Cuts for Georgia Families Explained
The Georgia House of Representatives passed two tax relief bills Thursday, one unanimously and another that proved controversial. House Bill 112, which cleared the chamber 175-0, would provide $1 billion in one-time income tax rebates to Georgia taxpayers. Single filers would get a rebate of $250, while heads of households would receive $375 and married […]
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What is Crossover Day in Georgia?
You may have heard that today is Crossover Day in Georgia, but you may not be familiar with the term. It is one of the busiest days for lawmakers and they often remain in session late into the night and early morning hours. So, what exactly is Crossover Day, you ask? Read on. 40 Days: Unlike […]
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‘The Right Thing to Do:’ Fulton County Plans to Hire Federal Workers Who’s Jobs Were Cut
Fulton County will prioritize hiring federal workers who recently lost their jobs due to widespread job cuts by the Department of Government Efficiency, County Commission Chairman Robb Pitts announced. “There are thousands of skilled Fulton County professionals now facing unexpected unemployment,” Pitts said. “It’s critical that we step up and give these individuals the first […]
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Fire Breaks Out in Apartment Stairwell in Savannah
Savannah firefighters stopped a blaze from reaching apartments early this morning, preventing what could have been a much larger disaster. 🔥 What We Know: Fire crews rushed to the 1000 block of Shawnee Street around 6 a.m. today after reports of a fire in an apartment building stairwell. Firefighters quickly attacked the flames, which had […]