Fatal Multi-Vehicle Wreck on I-75 in Cobb County Claims Life of 23-year-old
🚨 The Gist: A tragic multi-vehicle collision on I-75 Northbound near Cumberland Boulevard resulted in one fatality and multiple injuries early Tuesday morning. 📰 The Details: Cobb County Police are investigating a fatal traffic accident involving several vehicles on I-75 Northbound. The collision occurred just south of Cumberland Boulevard at 3:01 AM on January 2, […]
We Have A Map: Federal judge approves Georgia’s new congressional and legislative districts
U.S. District Court Judge Steve Jones approved Georgia’s new congressional and legislative voting districts drawn by the state legislature. Jones found Thursday that all three maps added majority-Black opportunity districts in the areas he identified in October, when he found that the maps drawn by the Legislature in 2021 diluted Black voting power. The new […]
Transform Your Newsfeed in 2024: Embrace the Power of Local News
Let’s talk about New Year’s resolutions. It’s 2024, and like clockwork, we’re setting goals and resolutions. And while we’re at it, let’s add one more to the list: being informed. Not just any kind of informed, but intentionally informed, especially about what’s happening right here in Georgia. Here’s the deal. We often get caught up […]
You Gave Your Child a Phone for Christmas. Now What?
It’s post-Christmas, and it’s likely your child unwrapped a shiny new gateway to the digital world — a tablet or phone. Great. Now, let’s talk reality. Your kid probably knows the internet better than you. That’s not an insult; it’s a fact. They’re digital natives. You’re not. This means they’re also adept at hiding content […]
McIntosh County School Calendar 2023-2024
Below is the McIntosh County School Calendar for this year. Revised on February 1, 2023, and approved by the Board of Education shortly after, this calendar is more than a list of dates; it’s a carefully crafted plan designed to optimize the educational experience for over 177 student days.
Traffic Alert: Multi-Lane Closure on I-85 North and Southbound in Fulton County
🚧 The Gist: A crash on I-85 North near Buford Highway in Fulton County has resulted in the closure of the HOV and left lanes. The HOV lane on I-85 Southbound is also affected. 🚗 The Details: The incident occurred at mile marker 86.1 on I-85 North. As a result, the HOV and left lanes […]
East Point Teen Fatally Shot on New Year’s Eve: What We Know
The Gist: In East Point, a teen died after being shot inside a home on Dec. 31. One person was arrested, and police confirmed the arrested person to be someone from within the same residence. The Details: Responding to a shooting report at Martel Homes, East Point Police and Fire and Rescue teams found a […]
Georgia 2023 Wrapped: The News Stories that Interested You the Most
As we reflect on 2023 in Georgia, The Georgia Sun invites you to take a moment to look back at the stories that captivated the hearts and minds of our readers across the Peach State. In a year brimming with news, certain stories resonated more deeply, drawing unparalleled attention and sparking conversations in every corner […]
Woman Dies in New Year’s Tow Truck Incident on I-20 East
The Gist: A fatal traffic collision on I-20 East, near the Fulton Industrial Boulevard exit, has claimed the life of a female motorist. The Details: The South Fulton Police Department is investigating a tragic incident where a woman, whose car was being loaded onto a tow truck, was struck by a passing vehicle. This collision […]