A new report shows COVID-19 vaccinations may have helped prevent roughly 5,100 new COVID-19 infections and 700 deaths among seniors in Georgia during the first five months of this year. The study, conducted by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), also found that vaccinations were linked to a reduction of about 265,000 […]
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Ghostface Gangster arrested at Roswell hotel on drug charges
ROSWELL — A member of the Ghostface Gangsters was arrested at a Roswell hotel in July, and authorities recently pieced together more details of his gang activities after a months-long investigation. The Arrest: On the evening of July 11 Roswell patrol officers were proactively searching for stolen vehicles or wanted persons in the parking lot […]
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West Nile virus reported in South Fulton
Mosquitos at Welcome Hall Park in the City of South Fulton recently tested positive for West Nile virus, city officials said Monday. During routine testing of mosquito traps at Welcome All Park, the Fulton County Board of Health has identified mosquitos infected with the West Nile virus. City officials say steps are already being taken […]
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Expect rain and flash flooding in northern and central Georgia this week
Rain and wet weather will continue for much of the remainder of this week, and may bring with it flash flooding in some areas, particularly in north and central Georgia. Rounds of showers and isolated thunderstorms, with locally heavy rainfall, will continue through tonight. Locally heavy rainfall could lead to flash flooding. A Flash Flood […]
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Wellstar is no longer covered if you have UnitedHealthcare
Tens of thousands of UnitedHealthcare members will now face higher out-of-pocket fees if they go to Wellstar Health System hospitals and doctors. The contract between the two organizations ended Sunday without a new agreement. An estimated 80,000 United members will be affected. Payment for medical services is the sticking point. United says the Wellstar demands […]
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Georgians react to Facebook and Instagram outage
The day after 60 Minutes aired a damning interview with a Facebook whistleblower alleging that Facebook has evidence of its negative impacts on society but chooses profit over action, Facebook’s holding, Facebook, WhatsApp and Instagram were all down due to what appears to be a DNS issue. So what is a Facebook or Instagram user […]
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Man with gun shot by Crisp County deputy on I-75
Reports of a man with a gun walking down I-75 in Crisp County led to a shootout with a Crisp County deputy Sunday. According to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation, preliminary investigation indicates Crisp County deputies responded to multiple 911 calls about a man with a handgun on I-75 Southbound near mile marker 91 in […]
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Should Buckhead become its own city?
What would become Georgia’s 10th largest municipality – and one that could prove financially devastating to the city of Atlanta – had the undivided attention Monday of several lawmakers from around the state. A proposed city of Buckhead would carve about 25 square miles – or about 18% of the city of Atlanta’s land area – […]
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Today is the last day to register to vote in the November election
Today is the last day to register to vote in the November 2 election and runoff election in Georgia. Registering to vote in Georgia is easy and can be done online. Whether you are or aren’t currently registered, here are the answers to some of your questions about registering and voting in Georgia. Wait, there’s […]
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Unknown woman killed and dumped on I-675 in Clayton County
An unidentified woman was killed and then her body dumped on the Interstate in Clayton County Sunday morning. Clayton County Police Officers were dispatched to I-675 northbound near Grant Road overpass in reference to a dead person located on the shoulder of the roadway at about 10:41 a.m.. During the investigation, officers learned a good […]
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Woman wanted for homicide arrested at South Fulton Walmart
SOUTH FULTON — A woman wanted for homicide in North Carolina was arrested Sunday at a Walmart in South Fulton. According to the South Fulton Police Dept., 31-year-old Camille Singleton, who was subject to a nationwide search for allegedly killing another woman in Clayton, North Carolina, is in custody after being arrested in South Fulton. […]
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Here’s how much mortgage debt the average Georgia resident has
The COVID-19 pandemic fueled a surge in demand among homebuyers that is only now beginning to show signs of slowing. This historic demand coincided with low borrowing costs, limited housing inventory, and labor and materials bottlenecks that have been hampering new construction. These factors have pushed home values to all time highs, forcing many buyers […]
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Two arrested in 2008 death of Norris Miller
The GBI arrested two men Friday in the 2008 homicide of Norris Miller in Lakeland, Georgia. The Arrests: On Friday, September 24, 2021, the GBI obtained arrests warrants and charged 30-year-old Marquis Williams and 36-year-old Andrew Johnson, with Felony Murder, Aggravated Assault, and Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony, for their […]
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DeKalb vaccinates 2,100 at October vaccination event
DeKalb County vaccinated 2,100 people at a vaccination event at Stonecrest Mall Oct. 2. “This has been a great day for DeKalb in our ongoing fight against COVID-19,” DeKalb County CEO Michael Thurmond said. “I thank all of our partners, employees and volunteers who contributed to this successful event Thurmond passed out hats and t-shirts […]
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Police: Gwinnett woman dead after accidental shooting
DULUTH — A Duluth woman is dead after what police are calling the accidental discharge of a gun. The Gwinnett Police Department arrested 22-year-old Maxwell Williamson, of Duluth, in connection with 36-year-old Carlether Foley’s death. Foley was also living in Duluth. Shortly after 11:15 pm Thursday, Gwinnett Police officers were dispatched to an “unknown medical call” on […]
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End of an Era: Macy’s Pink Pig retires
After more than 50 years, a beloved Atlanta Christmas tradition has come to an end. Macy’s announced today that The Pink Pig, which last ran in 2019, will not return to Lenox Square Mall for Christmas. The announcement came in the form of an email from Priscilla — the Pink Pig herself. The announcement is […]
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Lane closure ahead at I-75, I-85 interchange
The Georgia Department of Transportation will close one ramp lane on the I-75 southbound exit ramp to I-85 northbound in midtown Atlanta, Fulton County, this Friday night. These closures are related to the safety improvements project in the area, including the placement of high-friction surface treatment on the ramps. Weather and on-site conditions permitting, one […]
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Georgia is losing State Troopers. Here’s why
Thanks to the COVID pandemic, civil unrest and violent crime wave, Georgia’s Department of Public Safety (DPS) has suffered a 60% reduction in the number of state trooper applications over the last 18 months. During a state Senate study committee meeting Thursday, DPS chief of staff Josh Lamb told senators the 745 troopers on […]
