Immediately following the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, Americans banded together and pledged they would never forget the lives lost on that dark day in the nation’s history. Twenty years later, celebrations throughout the United States will make good on that pledge. In Georgia, cities, counties and civic organizations have planned a host of […]
Posted inTraffic & Transportation
Expect lane closures on I-85 this weekend
Motorists traveling on I-85 will experience overnight lane closures this weekend as part of a project to replace pavement markings on I-85 from its Brookwood split interchange with I-75 in Fulton County to just north of SR 155/Clairmont Road in DeKalb County. This safety project will repair or replace existing pavement markings in the project […]
Posted inCoronavirus
As Biden mandates COVID vaccines, Kemp threatens to sue
Gov. Brian Kemp quickly vowed to go to court and other Georgia Republicans responded with angry charges of government overreach after President Joe Biden outlined a plan of expansive new federal vaccine requirements to attack the surge of COVID-19. More than 80 million employees of private businesses in the U.S. will be required to get […]
Posted inIn The News
Georgia college professors demand mask mandates
Dennis Loubiere thought he did everything correctly. He got vaccinated against COVID-19, maintained physical distance in public and wore a face mask where recommended. The Kennesaw State University professor taught students virtually over the summer, and decided it would be safe to return to campus for fall classes. He felt comfortable with his decision because the Centers […]
Posted inCrime
Atlanta police search for dog stolen at gunpoint
ATLANTA — Police in Atlanta are asking for your help finding a dog who was stolen at gunpoint in the early morning hours of Aug. 29. Police say the victim was robbed by an acquaintance. During the robbery, the suspect took some personal valuables and a pet dog named Buddy. The suspect was armed with […]
Posted inTraffic & Transportation
85-year-old Georgia man dies in crash with semi-truck
An 85-year-old Ball Ground man died in a crash when the man’s Kia and a semi-truck on Matt Highway in Forsyth County. The crash occurred at about 8:38 a.m. Wednesday near the intersection Matt Highway and Old Federal Road. According to the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office, a 2012 Kia Soul and was traveling south on […]
Posted inCoronavirus
COVID-19 surge forces Grady to cancel all non-essential procedures
As COVID hospitalizations soar in Georgia and Democrats and Republicans spar over how to deal with them, the state’s largest hospital system is canceling all non-essential medical procedures and surgeries. In a statement issued Wednesday, Grady Health System CEO John Haupert said, “The Labor Day weekend proved to be labor-intensive at Grady. Seriously ill patients […]
Posted inNational
How to watch Joe Biden’s speech on the pandemic today
As the delta variant of COVID-19 surges and hospitals overflow, President Joe Biden is set to address the nation Thursday at 5 p.m. to unveil his new six point plan to combat the virus. Details of the plan have not been released, but vaccine mandates are expected to play a prominent role. If you are […]
Posted inYour Family
Atlanta’s urban farms can now operate farm stands
ATLANTA — Urban farms in Atlanta will now be able to sell fresh, affordable food directly to consumers in residential zoned areas of the city. Prior to this development, the city’s code prevented many of the city’s urban farms from operating farm stands that sell produce grown on-site directly to consumers. “Access to healthy food options […]
Posted inWeather
North Georgia expected to see vibrant colors as fall arrives
The days are growing shorter and pumpkins are popping up at supermarkets from coast to coast, precursors to a dramatic shift that is about to take place on hillsides and mountain ranges all across the continent. One of the tell-tale signs that autumn has arrived is when forests transition to a palette of vibrant colors, […]
Posted inYour Government
DeKalb County changes four voting locations
DeKalb County’s Board of Registration and Elections recently approved changes to four polling locations ahead of the Nov. 2 General Election. Due to several issues including ongoing construction at previous polling locations, some voters in Chamblee, Doraville and Stonecrest may be assigned a new polling location this election cycle. DeKalb Voter Registration and Election also […]
Posted inWeather
Heavy rains bring flooding and washed out roads to metro Atlanta
Metro Atlanta residents awoke Wednesday morning to flooding brought about by heavy rains Tuesday night. Flash flood warnings were in effect in the early morning hours and many commuters found themselves either unable to leave their homes or having to take alternate routes. Below is a rundown of what happened in the hardest hit areas […]
Posted inMissing
Search continues for missing 43-year-old Georgia man
On August 18, 2021, 43-year-old Joseph Thomas Zanes was reported missing by his sister and mother. They last saw him at the BP gas station located at 901 Buford Highway on August 14, 2021. He is currently homeless and stays in his blue van near the BP. He was last seen by a BP employee […]
Posted inYour Family
Georgia is experiencing a shortage of child care workers
A new study from a Washington, D.C.-based think tank shows a decline in the number of child care workers in Georgia over the last several years, a decline that has been particularly devastating during the coronavirus pandemic. According to the Bipartisan Policy Center’s updated National and State Child Care Data report, there were 14,350 child care workers […]
Posted inGeorgia By The Numbers
How pet-friendly are rental properties in Georgia?
67% of US households (around 85 million families) own a pet, and 43 million houses are occupied by renters. So, what if you need to relocate with your furry friend? New research from All About Cats has revealed the best states (& worst) and cities in the USA to find a pet-friendly rental property – Georgia […]
Posted inLocal
What do you think should be done with Gwinnett Place Mall?
When Gwinnett County purchased Gwinnett Place Mall, county officials knew they would want the community’s input on how the location should be revitalized. This is your chance to be heard. The county is hosting its first Community Open House at Gwinnett Place and would like public feedback to discuss the future of the project, the […]
Posted inTraffic & Transportation
Lane closures and detours this week near I-285 and Ga. 400 interchange
Weather permitting, Georgia Department of Transportation construction partners will close lanes on I-285 eastbound and westbound and SR 400 northbound and southbound for activities to include roadway, noise barrier and bridge construction. Travel restrictions include possible delays, reduced speeds and detours in some areas. Work schedule updates can be made daily. Check project webpage often […]
Posted inEvents
Cobb County escape room lets you stage a prison break
The newest escape room at Cobb County Parks, “Prison Break,” opens Sept. 10 and runs through Oct. 30 at the Oregon Park Annex in Marietta. You can try this interactive challenge with friends, family or colleagues. Teamwork and puzzle-solving a must. In the escape room, you’ve been wrongfully sentenced to life without parole. You’ve settled […]
