The $5 per month trash bill increase would be seen by most customers beginning July 1, while customers on a special discounted rate plan for seniors would see a smaller increase.
Posted inWeather
Snow in Georgia this weekend? Here’s what we know
According to the National Weather Service, wintry precipitation — light amounts of snow — is possible over portions of north Georgia early Saturday as lingering moisture combines with cold temperatures.
Posted inLocal
New Atlanta park will have access to the Chattahoochee River
The City of Atlanta is getting a new park with direct access to the Chattahoochee River — a first for the city.
Posted inIn The Know
In The Know: How to talk directly to Fulton County School Board members
Each member of the Fulton County Board of Education sponsors a monthly meeting open to all members of the community. The sessions provide an opportunity for direct contact with community members and give board members a chance to listen to local issues and concerns.
Posted inYour Family
Georgia set to suspend gas tax
Gov. Brian Kemp and legislative leaders moved Wednesday to temporarily suspend the state sales tax on gasoline amid record-high prices at the pump.
Posted inCrime
Owner of Georgia child care center charged with cruelty to children
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation arrested 49-year-old Sharon Mills owner of Roseland Child Care Center, and charged her with one count of cruelty to children in the first degree.
Posted inGeorgia By The Numbers
Georgia is the 8th most sleep deprived state in the U.S.
A recent analysis found that 38.6% of Georgia adults are sleep-deprived. Out of the 49 states with available data, Georgia has the 8th greatest share of adults getting less than 7 hours of sleep per night.
Posted inWeather
Severe storms expected in South Georgia Wednesday
Today’s forecast could include severe storms and possibly tornadoes throughout much of the southern portion of the state.
Posted inNational
Higher gas prices ahead: Biden bans Russian oil in U.S.
The United States will no longer import Russian energy in an attempt to further cripple that nation’s economy as it wages war against Ukraine.
Posted inGeorgia By The Numbers
Braves stadium costs Cobb taxpayers $15 million per year
The Atlanta Braves’ ballpark and The Battery development around it is continuing to cost Cobb County taxpayers about $15 million a year, according to a new report from Kennesaw State University economist J.C. Bradbury.
Posted inIn The News
26-year-old Holly Springs woman drowns in Little River
A 26-year-old Holly Springs woman died while trying to swim in Little River late at night, according to Woodstock emergency officials.
Posted inIn The News
Meet 943, metro Atlanta’s new area code
Metro Atlanta is about to get another new area code. The Georgia Public Service Commission voted Tuesday to approve the implementation of area code 943 to overlay a region that already includes four other area codes: 404, 770, 678 and 470. Starting March 15, customers receiving the 943 area code will be required to dial […]
Posted inYour Family
Gas prices continue to surge. Here’s how you can save money
Georgia gas prices climbed at the pump compared to a week ago. Georgia motorists are now paying an average price of $3.88 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline. Monday’s state average is 38 cents more than a week ago, 64 cents more than last month and $1.30 more than this time last year.
Posted inSports
NFL suspends Falcons Wide Receiver Calvin Ridley for betting on games
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell today suspended Calvin Ridley of the Atlanta Falcons indefinitely through at least the conclusion of the 2022 season for betting on NFL games in the 2021 season.Â
Posted inIn The News
20 Georgia residents on trial for their role in Jan. 6 attack
Of the defendants States Newsroom reviewed, more than 18% lived in Florida. Slightly fewer, 15.5%, had ties to Pennsylvania. All 26 states included in the sample had at least one defendant connected to the state with Georgia accounting for 20.
Posted inYour Family
Kemp’s education package passes Georgia House. Here’s what it means for your child
Georgia House Republicans put their stamp of approval Friday to much of GOP Gov. Brian Kemp’s education agenda.
Posted inTraffic & Transportation
Two-mile long convoy expected in Glynn County today and tomorrow
A large convoy of semi trucks and vehicles is expected to arrive in Glynn County sometime between 5 and 7 p.m. today.
Posted inLocal Heroes
Bibb County purse snatcher gets more than he bargained for
Crime didn’t pay for a Bibb County purse snatcher after his victim snatched her credit cards back and bystanders held him down until deputies arrived.
