The deadliest school shooting in Georgia history occurred earlier this month when a 14-year-old gunman, armed with a military-style rifle, killed two students and two teachers and injured nine others at Apalachee High School in Winder, a city about an hour northeast of Atlanta. And on Sunday, former President Donald Trump was the target of […]
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Could DFCS Records Shift Blame in Apalachee High School Shooting?
The attorney representing Colt Gray, the 14-year-old charged in the Apalachee High School shooting, has filed a motion to access records from Georgia’s Division of Family and Children Services (DFCS). Gray, facing charges for killing four and injuring nine, claims the records could be crucial for his defense. 🔎 Why It Matters: The request for […]
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Georgia Ranked 8th Most Haunted State in U.S.
As Halloween draws near, Georgia has earned a spot as one of the top haunted states in the U.S., according to a new report by AirportParkingReservations.com. The state came in 8th with a spooky score of 49.3 out of 100, based on a range of data measuring paranormal activity. The Details:Georgia has long been a […]
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Six More Books Banned From School Libraries in Cobb County
Cobb County School Superintendent Chris Ragsdale announced yesterday that six more books have been removed from school media centers due to sexually explicit content. The announcement comes as part of the school district’s ongoing book review process, which has so far resulted in the removal of 26 titles. The Details: Speaking at a public meeting, […]
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Here’s How You Can Help Apalachee High School Students as They Return to Class
Following the heartbreaking events at Apalachee High School on September 4, where a school shooting left two students and two teachers dead, the community has been coming together to support those affected. Local nonprofit Adventure Bags Inc. is working to provide comfort to the students as they return to school, acknowledging the immense emotional toll […]
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Emails Expose Plot By Georgia Officials to Cast Doubt on 2024 Election
A series of emails obtained and first reported by The Guardian reveal a network of Georgia election officials actively working to cast doubt on the integrity of upcoming elections, months before any votes are cast. These communications, obtained through a public records request, show ties between these local officials and national election denial groups. 📧 […]
Posted inEntertainment
Steve Martin and Martin Short to Perform at Fox Theatre with ‘The Dukes of Funnytown’
Comedy legends Steve Martin and Martin Short will bring their show, “The Dukes of Funnytown,” to Atlanta’s Fox Theatre on Friday, January 24, 2025. Known for their quick wit and long-standing comedic partnership, Martin and Short will be joined by musician Jeff Babko and the Steep Canyon Rangers for the event. Tickets for the show […]
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17-Year-Old Wanted for Armed Robbery in Buford Arrested
Jay-Lan Shane Broughton, 17, has been arrested and is now in custody at the Gwinnett County Jail, facing charges connected to a series of violent robberies in Buford. Broughton is charged with three counts of armed robbery, four counts of aggravated assault, and one count of possession of a firearm during the commission of certain […]
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3-Year-Old Who Was Burned By His Father Released From Burn Center
Three-year-old Bennett Dornellas, who was kidnapped by his father and severely burned in a horrifying incident this past May, is finally out of the hospital. This week, Georgia state troopers, who played a critical role in his rescue, visited him at the JMS Burn Center in Augusta to deliver a care package and celebrate his […]
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Atlanta Ranks Among Top Coffee Cities in 2024
As National Coffee Day approaches, a new report from WalletHub highlights the best places to enjoy coffee across the U.S., with Atlanta securing a spot among the top 20. Ranking 17th out of the 100 largest cities, Atlanta stands out as a coffee hotspot, part of a $49 billion retail coffee market. WalletHub’s analysis compared […]