(The Center Square) – A bill that would give Georgia governments until May 1 to opt out of a homestead exemption passed out of the House Ways and Means Committee on Wednesday. House Bill 581 freezes property assessments at the rate of inflation. The General Assembly passed the bill last year, and 63% of Georgia voters […]
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Cobb Police Get Nearly $385,000 to Crack Down on Drunk Driving
Cobb County drivers, take note. Local police are stepping up efforts to keep drunk drivers off the roads. 🚦 What’s Happening: The Cobb County Police Department is expanding its efforts to combat drunk driving and reckless speeding. Officers will focus on high-risk areas where crashes and DUI-related incidents are most common. The goal? Fewer accidents, […]
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Remembering Ryan O’Hara and Sam Lilley: Georgia Residents Killed in Potomac Air Collision
A tragic mid-air collision over the Potomac River near Washington, D.C., has claimed the lives of two young Georgians, both with deep ties to aviation and a commitment to service. Ryan O’Hara, a Parkview High School graduate from Lilburn, was the crew chief aboard the Army Black Hawk helicopter involved in the crash. Sam Lilley, […]
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Groundhog Day 2025: Early Spring or Extended Winter?
Before Punxsutawney Phil predicts a long winter or an early spring at Groundhog Day this weekend, AccuWeather expert meteorologists are offering an early look at the weather trends expected in February. Back-to-back blasts of bitterly cold Arctic air were felt across much of the central and eastern U.S., and a winter storm brought rare snow and […]
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Mattie’s Call Issued for Missing 87-Year-Old Georgia Man with Dementia
Cobb County police are asking for the public’s help in finding 87-year-old John Elmer Eaton, who has been reported missing. Just the Facts: Eaton was last seen Thursday morning around 8 a.m. leaving his home in Marietta. He was supposed to meet friends at a local McDonald’s but never arrived. Police issued a Mattie’s Call, […]
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Atlanta United to Host 2025 Block Party Ahead of Season Opener
Atlanta United will kick off the 2025 season with its annual Block Party on Saturday, February 15, at Historic Fourth Ward Skatepark Field. The event will run from noon to 6 p.m. and feature live entertainment, giveaways, raffle prizes, and drink specials. Fans of all ages are invited to attend, but tickets are required for […]
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Taken At Church: Tucker Man Arrested in Immigration Raid During Worship
A Tucker family is struggling after a father of three was taken into custody by immigration agents—right outside his church. 📍 What’s Happening: Wilson Velásquez, 36, was attending Sunday service at Iglesia Fuente de Vida in Tucker when his ankle monitor started beeping. He stepped outside to check it, and that’s when Immigration and Customs […]
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More Parking, Less Hassle: Augusta University Opens New Parking Deck
Students, faculty, and staff at Augusta University are getting a much-needed boost in parking with a brand-new deck on the Health Sciences Campus. The facility, opening ahead of schedule, adds 1,350 parking spaces, increasing capacity by 60%. 🛠️ What’s Happening: Augusta University is officially unveiling its new parking deck on Wednesday, February 5, at 3 […]
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Are You Taking All of Your Time Off?
Nearly half of American workers failed to use all their paid time off in 2024—and Georgia employees were no exception. 🚨 What’s Happening: A new survey by Solitaired found that 51% of Georgia workers left PTO unused last year. On average, employees across the state left behind 3.67 days of time off. 🌴 Why It […]
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Buford Man Shot and Killed in Roommate Dispute
A deadly shooting in Buford has police investigating what appears to be a dispute between roommates. Just the Facts: The Details: Gwinnett County police are working to piece together what led to the shooting. Crime scene investigators have been gathering evidence, while detectives are interviewing witnesses. So far, authorities say the motive appears to be […]