Several hundred people gathered in Centennial Olympic Park bearing signs expressing outrage for a wide range of policies, especially restrictions on transgender Americans, the mass deportation of undocumented immigrants, support for Israel’s war in Gaza and the U.S. Supreme Court’s overturning of Roe v. Wade in 2022. Similar protests popped up across the country as […]
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Domestic Dispute Ends With Police Shooting in Columbus
An early morning domestic dispute in Columbus escalated into gunfire when a suspect shot at responding police officers, prompting one officer to return fire. Just The Facts: The Details: Columbus police responded to a call about a domestic dispute early Thursday morning near 42nd Street and Lakewood Drive. When officers arrived, a male suspect fired […]
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Here’s How Much Atlanta Residents Will Spend on Super Bowl Parties
Atlanta is near the top of the list for spending a huge share of weekly income on Super Bowl food and drinks. Residents may end up spending nearly 16% of their paycheck on party essentials. 🌟 What’s Happening: A new report from Bizinsure shows that Atlanta ranks third in the nation for big game day […]
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Georgia Weather: Unseasonably Warm Temperatures Continue
Temperatures across Georgia are starting in the 50s and 60s this morning, with cloud cover lingering. Some light fog is present in northern counties but isn’t expected to cause major issues. What to Expect Today: Looking Ahead: A Change Coming?: By next weekend, temperatures are expected to drop closer to seasonal averages as the second […]
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Arrest Made in Savannah Home Invasion
A brutal home invasion in Savannah sent a man to the hospital with serious head injuries. Now, police say they have the suspect in custody. Just the Facts: The Details: Savannah Police responded to a 911 call early Thursday morning and found an adult male inside his home, suffering from multiple head wounds. First responders […]
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21-Year-Old Roswell Man Fatally Shot in Cobb County
A 21-year-old man is dead, and a suspect is behind bars after a fatal shooting in Cobb County Wednesday morning. Just The Facts: The Details: Cobb County Police responded to the scene after reports of gunfire. When officers arrived, they found Blount suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. He was pronounced dead on the scene. Shortly […]
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Pedestrian Killed in Laurens County Hit-and-Run
A pedestrian was struck and killed in Laurens County, and the driver responsible never stopped. Now, authorities are asking for the public’s help in tracking down the vehicle involved. Just The Facts: The Details: Troopers arrived at the scene Tuesday afternoon to find the pedestrian fatally injured. The driver had already disappeared, leaving behind little […]
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Cobb County Restaurant Inspections: Who Passed, Who Failed?
Recent restaurant inspections across Cobb County turned up a mixed bag of results. While some kitchens were spotless, others had serious violations ranging from improper food handling to temperature control issues. Health inspectors flagged multiple concerns, and a few locations will require follow-ups to ensure compliance. Leading the list of low scores is Oaks at […]
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Is Snow in Coastal Georgia Evidence Against Climate Change?
Last year was a hot one in Georgia but last week’s snow is not evidence we’re headed in a different direction, Georgia scientists say. “Overall, 2024 was the 2nd warmest year in Georgia on a record extending back to 1895,” Eleanor Partington, a climatologist in the Georgia State Climatology office wrote in the 2024 Climate […]
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Gunfire Erupts Outside Macon Lowe’s
Shoppers at a Lowe’s in Macon had a frightening morning when gunfire broke out in the store’s parking lot. Just The Facts: The Details: Bibb County deputies rushed to the scene after reports of gunfire near the busy shopping area. According to witnesses, two men fired shots at each other before leaving the area. Fortunately, […]