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 […]
Posted inFood
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 […]
Posted inTraffic & Transportation
Full Circle: A New Roundabout is Coming to Coweta County
Construction is set to begin on a new roundabout at the intersection of State Route 54 and State Route 16, starting on October 10, 2024. The Georgia Department of Transportation will kick off the project with a traffic shift to prepare the area for the major roadwork ahead. The Details: The new roundabout is part […]
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What You Need to Know About the Federal Reserve’s Expected Interest Rate Cut
Today, the Federal Reserve is expected to cut interest rates for the first time in four years, marking a major shift in its monetary policy. This move comes after an extended period of raising rates that began in 2022 to tackle surging inflation. Here’s what you need to know about why the Fed is cutting […]
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Georgia Teacher Accused of Having Sexual Relationship With Student
A Union City man has been indicted on charges in connection with an alleged sexual relationship with a student. Today, a DeKalb County Grand Jury indicted Marcus Lyndell Skeen, 38, on two counts of Sexual Contact by Employee or Agent in the First Degree. According to the preliminary investigation, the student’s mother reported the inappropriate […]
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Photos: Fire Guts Woodstock Car Dealership
A fire broke out Monday evening at the sales office of Green Auto Brokers Inc., located at 5729 Bells Ferry Road in southern Cherokee County. Heavy smoke and flames were seen pouring from the back of the building just before 8 p.m., prompting an emergency response from local fire departments. The Details: Units from Cherokee […]
Posted inGeorgia By The Numbers
What is The Most Rat Infested City in Georgia?
Atlanta isn’t just home to Southern hospitality; it’s also one of the worst places for rats. A new report from Terminix places the city in the top 10 most rodent-infested locations in the U.S. for 2023. For locals, this could mean more than just the occasional sighting—it’s a growing issue that could impact public health […]
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42-Year-Old Georgia Man Arrested After SWAT Standoff
In the early hours of September 17, a standoff with police ended in the arrest of a Smyrna man, Eric Wilson, after he allegedly fired a shotgun at multiple people before barricading himself in his apartment. The Details: The incident began around 3:48 a.m. when officers from Cobb County Precinct Three responded to a call […]
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Abortion Bans Have Delayed Emergency Medical Care. In Georgia, Experts Say This Mother’s Death Was Preventable
Georgia’s abortion ban is being blamed for the death of a mother who died from complications after taking abortion pills.