As New Year’s Eve celebrations kick off, public safety officials across Georgia are sounding the alarm about the dangers of celebratory gunfire. For those of you who may not be familiar with this term, this is the long-held tradition in both the South and the Middle East of firing a gun into the air when […]
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Georgia Fireworks Laws: What You Need to Know On New Year’s Eve
New Year’s Eve is one of the few nights Georgia residents get extra time to light up the sky. While fireworks are legal in the Peach State, they come with strings attached. Know the rules before you start your own private fireworks show. New Year’s Gets Special Treatment State law gives revelers until 1 a.m. […]
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You Can No Longer Drive Your Car Up Kennesaw Mountain: Here’s Why
What’s Happening: Starting Jan. 6, visitors will no longer be allowed to use private cars on Mountain Road. The summit will still be reachable by shuttle, bicycle, or walking. What’s Important: About 2 million people visit the park each year. Park officials say removing vehicle traffic will help reduce damage caused by the steady weight […]
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Rabies Alert: Rabid Coyote Attacks Residents and Pets in Buford
A coyote in Buford has tested positive for rabies after attacking residents and pets in three separate incidents. What’s Happening: The attacks took place on December 26 and 27. The first incident left a resident and a dog injured near Holland Park Drive. Two more attacks happened early the next morning, involving two residents and another […]
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Police Shooting in Gwinnett: What We Know
What’s Happening: Gwinnett County Police fatally shot an armed suspect on December 30 after they say the suspect: What’s Important: The scene began when police responded to a report of a vehicle involved in an incident in another jurisdiction. Officers attempted to use a taser before firing their weapons, according to police. The Timeline: The […]
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The 10 Georgia Cities Where Home Prices Are Rising Fastest
Some Georgia cities are still getting more expensive fast, even while other places cool off. City-by-city housing data shows where home prices rose the most over the past year. What’s Happening: Based on average home values and one-year price changes, these 10 Georgia cities posted the fastest price growth. What’s Important: Even in a slower […]
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Anonymous $5 Million Campaign Rocks Georgia Politics: Who’s Pulling the Strings?
Georgia Lt. Gov. Burt Jones is being targeted by an aggressive ad campaign funded by a group whose backers remain unknown, with about $5 million spent so far across the state. What’s Happening: A group called Georgians for Integrity has flooded Georgia with television ads, mailers, and text messages accusing Jones of profiting from his […]
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What Will Georgia’s New Year’s Eve Weather Be Like?
Georgians will ring in 2026 under clear skies with temperatures dropping to freezing levels overnight before warming up on New Year’s Day. What’s Happening: The National Weather Service forecast shows: What’s Important: Evening celebrations on December 31 will face near-freezing temperatures that could create frost in some areas. The cold night will give way to […]
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Cherokee County Gets $7.6 Million For Highway 92 Upgrades
Cherokee County will receive $7.6 million in federal funding to improve safety along the Highway 92 corridor, the U.S. Department of Transportation announced on December 23. What’s Happening: The funding comes through the Safe Streets and Roads for All program after Cherokee County submitted an application in June. What’s Important: The project will upgrade multiple […]
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Costco, Publix, and Kroger New Year’s Hours in Georgia
Your grocery shopping plans just got more complicated for New Year’s Day, with Georgia’s biggest retailers scaling back their hours or shutting down entirely. What’s Happening: Costco is closing all warehouses on January 1. Most Publix stores will cut their hours short with select locations closing at 7 p.m. while most others close at 8 p.m. […]
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Deputies Shot a Person While Serving a Warrant in Barrow County.
A suspect was injured in a shooting involving Barrow County deputies who were serving a warrant Tuesday morning in Auburn. What’s Happening: Deputies from the Barrow County Sheriff’s Office were serving a warrant on Mt. Moriah Road when the shooting occurred around 10 a.m. The injured suspect was taken to a local hospital for treatment. […]
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Marietta Restaurant Fails Health Inspection
A Marietta cafe received a failing score on its most recent health inspection due to food safety violations. What’s Happening: Hoboken Cafe on Whitlock Avenue scored 69 on its December 18 routine health inspection. The inspector found multiple critical violations: What’s Important: The inspector noted all violations were corrected during the inspection. Food items were […]
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Five New Georgia License Plates Are Coming in January
Georgia will introduce five new special-interest license plate designs starting January 1, 2026, the Department of Revenue announced. What’s Happening: The new plates include designs commemorating: What’s Important: These special-interest plates will give Georgia drivers more options to personalize their vehicles while supporting various causes. The designs feature patriotic themes, outdoor recreation, and conservation efforts. […]
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Henry County Police Search For Missing Man With Altered Mental Status
Henry County police are searching for a missing 32-year-old man who left his home Monday night. What’s Happening: Thomas Nowicki left his home on Wilhemina Drive in Ellenwood around 9:30 p.m. Monday, December 29. Police say Nowicki has an altered mental status. What’s Important: Nowicki was last seen wearing a gray Atlanta Braves hoodie and […]
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Burke County Driver Dies in Collision With Tractor-Trailer on Highway 23
A driver died Monday morning after running a stop sign and hitting a tractor-trailer in Burke County. What’s Happening: Burke County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a crash at Highway 23 and Ben Hatcher Road around 5:20 a.m. on December 29. According to law enforcement, a passenger vehicle traveling west on Ben Hatcher Road failed […]
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Georgia is Under a Red Flag Warning Today: What is it and Why Does it Matter?
The National Weather Service in Peachtree City issued a Red Flag Warning for north and central Georgia on December 30 at 1:16 a.m. What’s Happening: The warning runs from noon to 7 p.m. today. The National Weather Service issued it because of gusty winds, low relative humidity, and dry fuels. What’s Important: Northwest winds are […]
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Manhunt Under Way For Fugitive Who Escaped From Police Car in Chatham County
A man escaped from a Chatham County police car near Chatham Parkway and Police Memorial Drive. What’s Happening: Robert Wayne Bookter, 39, was last seen wearing handcuffs, a camouflage jacket and camouflage pants. Police had arrested him on aggravated assault charges from another jurisdiction. What’s Important: Police believe Bookter used pepper spray or similar material […]
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Father Helps Convince Son to Surrender in Alpharetta SWAT Standoff
A 28-year-old murder suspect surrendered to authorities Tuesday after a standoff at an Alpharetta hotel. What’s Happening: The FBI tracked Quintavious Malcolm to a Comfort Suites hotel near Old Roswell and Mansell roads Tuesday afternoon. Malcolm refused to come out. The FBI, Alpharetta Police and North Fulton SWAT responded. Malcolm’s father arrived and spoke with […]
