Georgia legislative leaders’ pledge to rein in some of the state’s generous tax breaks to industry is starting with the most expensive on the books: the film tax credit. A bill introduced in the Georgia House of Representatives earlier this month would require film production companies to meet at least four of nine criteria to […]
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63-Year-Old Georgia Man Sentenced to 10 Years for Road Rage Shooting
Wade Anthony McEwen, a 63-year-old resident of Acworth, has been sentenced to 30 years, with the first 10 years to be served in prison, following his conviction on multiple charges related to a 2022 road rage incident. The sentence was handed down by Superior Court Judge Tony Baker on February 15, following a jury verdict […]
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Danger on Atlanta’s Streets: Pedestrians Robbed at Gunpoint
🚨 The Gist: A late-night armed robbery left victims without purses, phones, and IDs on Campbellton Road. 🔍 The Details: On the night of February 11, a group of people near 2909 Campbellton Road experienced a terrifying encounter when they were robbed at gunpoint right at the entrance of a business. The victims, caught off-guard, […]
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Fishing Rights Bill Passes in Georgia House
A state House committee has narrowly approved legislation guaranteeing Georgians the right to fish in navigable rivers and streams over the objections of representatives of recreational boating interests who complained the bill is overly restrictive. House Bill 1172, which cleared the House Judiciary Committee Thursday by just one vote, is a follow-up to legislation the […]
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Motorcycle Rider Dead, Bicyclist Hurt in Cobb County Crash
🚨 The Gist: A crash on Veterans Memorial Highway in Mableton left a motorcyclist dead and a bicyclist seriously injured. 🔍 The Details: According to new information released Friday by the Cobb County Police Department, upon further investigation, it has been determined that the motorcycle operated by Christopher Johnson (38, Mableton) initially collided with the […]
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Poor Health: How is Georgia Addressing The State’s Mental Health Woes?
Georgia stands at a crossroads, grappling with significant challenges in its health care system, particularly in mental health care. Despite recent legislative efforts and budgetary increases, the state struggles to provide adequate mental health services to its residents. This issue is further exacerbated by Georgia’s overall ranking as the worst state in the US for […]
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Meet The New Dunwoody Police Chief, Mike Carlson
Deputy Chief Mike Carlson is set to become the new Dunwoody Police Chief, following the retirement of Chief Billy Grogan on June 1. A key figure in the department since its inception, Carlson has been instrumental in developing foundational community programs such as the Citizen Police Academy, Neighborhood Watch, and Chaplain initiatives. His promotion comes […]
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Georgia Dog Owners Share Their Pet Peeves
🏨 The Gist: In a world where finding a pet-friendly hotel is akin to a treasure hunt, Georgia’s dog owners are barking up a very specific tree, Forbes Advisor’s survey finds. 📊 The Details: Diving into the dog-eat-dog world of pet ownership, Forbes Advisor surveyed 10,000 dog owners to uncover what really gets under their […]
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A Dead Whale Was Towed to Tybee Island for Burial
Researchers on Thursday examined the carcass of a 1-year-old female north Atlantic right whale found dead offshore, looking for clues to her death. The whale is the December 2022 calf of north Atlantic right whale #4340, also known as Pilgrim. The 1-year-old had been seen looking healthy less than two weeks ago. The crew of […]