A woman shot and killed her roommate before turning the gun on herself at an apartment complex in Cobb County on February 27, according to police. The Details: Cobb County police responded to a report of a shooting at the SYNC at Vinings Apartments on Cumberland Parkway around 2:25 p.m. When officers arrived, they found […]
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Body Found in Lake Lanier
A man was found dead in Lake Lanier near the Six Mile Creek boat ramp Thursday evening, according to Forsyth County authorities. What Happened?: Deputies responded to a 911 call about a body floating in the water around 6:30 p.m. Forsyth County firefighters pulled the man to shore, where he was pronounced dead. What We […]
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When Do We Spring Forward in 2025?
It’s that time of year again when Georgians prepare to “spring forward” and lose an hour of precious sleep. On Sunday, March 9, at 2 a.m., clocks will jump ahead to 3 a.m., marking the start of Daylight Saving Time. This annual ritual promises longer evenings, perfect for enjoying those extra hours of sunshine. Please […]
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High Fire Danger Across Georgia Through The Weekend
Dry air and low humidity are creating high fire danger conditions across north and central Georgia. A Fire Danger Alert is in effect this afternoon and evening. Officials urge residents to check with local burn authorities before lighting any outdoor fires. 💨 Looking Ahead: Saturday brings another round of high fire danger as a dry […]
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Voters Demand In-Person Town Hall With Georgia Congressman
A crowd of protesters showed up outside Congressman Rick Allen’s office, demanding a face-to-face town hall meeting. They say they want direct answers from their representative, not just phone calls or statements. 🗣 Why It Matters: Constituents argue that a telephone town hall isn’t enough. They want real dialogue, face-to-face accountability, and an opportunity to […]
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A Unanimous Vote for Families: Georgia Stands Behind IVF
The Georgia House of Representatives voted unanimously Thursday to codify into state law the right of women seeking to become pregnant to receive in vitro fertilization (IVF) treatment. House Bill 428 was prompted by a ruling by the Alabama Supreme Court last year that declared frozen embryos created through IVF should be treated as children. […]
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Former Avondale Estates Mayor Terry Giager Dies at 77
The city of Avondale Estates is mourning the loss of former Mayor Terry Dean Giager, who passed away on February 18 at his home. Giager, a dedicated public servant, played a key role in shaping the city, serving eight years in local government as mayor, mayor pro tem, and commissioner. The Board of Mayor and […]
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These Georgia Landmarks Are in Danger of Disappearing Forever
The Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation released today its 2025 list of 10 Places in Peril in the state. “This is the Trust’s twentieth annual Places in Peril list,” said W. Wright Mitchell, president and CEO of the Trust. “We hope the list will continue to bring preservation solutions to Georgia’s imperiled historic resources by highlighting ten representative sites.” Places in Peril is designed to raise awareness […]
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Will Georgia Senators ‘Throw The Book’ at Librarians? What We Know
Georgia Senators are trying again to strip librarians of their immunity from a law against distributing pornography to minors. A law dating back to the 1960s makes it illegal to distribute materials to minors deemed to be “harmful” to them. Librarians were exempted from the law during the 1980s. Senate Bill 74, which the Senate […]
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Meet The New Chief Justice of The Georgia Supreme Court
The Supreme Court of Georgia has elected Presiding Justice Nels S.D. Peterson as its next Chief Justice. He will step into the role on April 1, 2025, following the resignation of Chief Justice Michael P. Boggs. Justice Sarah Hawkins Warren has been elected as the next Presiding Justice. 👥 Who Made It Happen: The nine […]