🚗 The Gist: Residents of Houston County are facing new and deceptive scam tactics, with some being falsely informed they’ve won a luxury vehicle. 🤔 Why It Matters: Protecting your hard-earned money and personal information is crucial, and being informed about these scams is the first line of defense against potential financial losses. ❓ What’s […]
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Fulton County Jail Investigation Continues: Here’s What We Learned This Week
A severely overcrowded Fulton County jail has become so dilapidated that inmates are able to fashion makeshift weapons by reaching into the walls, removing broken flooring, electrical coverings, and broken pipes, according to staff from Fulton County Sheriff’s Office. A state Senate public safety subcommittee heard testimony from supervisors with the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office […]
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DeKalb County Gas Station Fire Investigated as Arson
🔥 The Gist: An arson investigation is underway after a DeKalb County gas station was set ablaze in the early hours of Thursday morning. 🤔 Why It Matters: This incident at a local business raises concerns about public safety and crime in the community. ❓ What’s Happening: 🔍 Between the Lines:
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Weather Alerts: Frost Advisory and Freeze Warning in Georgia
Georgia faces a brisk onset of cold as the National Weather Service has issued a frost advisory alongside a freeze warning for much of the Northern and central regions of the state. Frost Advisory Comes Into Effect: Hazardous Weather Outlook and Freeze Warning: The cold spell has prompted a hazardous weather outlook for North and […]
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Stockbridge Man Sentenced to Life for Robbery and Murder of Decatur Man
The Gist: Joshua Cortez Ellis, 25, from Stockbridge, was sentenced to life imprisonment without parole, plus an additional five years, for the murder of Ronald Peters during a robbery in 2019. ❓ What’s Happening: 🔍 Between the Lines:
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Photos: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta Holds Annual Picnic
📅 The Gist: On October 21, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta celebrated their annual Big, Little, & Family Picnic, drawing over 500 attendees. 🤔 Why It Matters: The event provided a platform for families, Bigs, Littles, and the community to connect and strengthen bonds. ❓ What’s Happening: The Photos: Here are photos from […]
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DFCS Says Ossoff Probe Uncovering 1,800 Missing Foster Kids Is Unfair
Candice Broce ATLANTA – The state agency in charge of Georgia’s foster-care system has responded to allegations of failure to protect children with a letter harshly critical of an investigation launched earlier this year by U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff, D-Ga. “The misstatements, omissions and failure of the subcommittee to request relevant information or responses from […]
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Georgia Middle Schooler’s App Uses AI To Fight Cancer
Sugar Hill 14-year-old Keshvee Sekhda recently made headlines after winning $10,000 for creating an app that uses machine learning to identify breast, lung, and skin cancer. The app, called IdentiCan, was developed in collaboration with her teammate Nyambura Sallinen and qualified them for the Thermo Fisher JIC, the nation’s premier middle school STEM competition. Keshvee […]
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Deputy Struck by Vehicle Leads to Police Shooting in Douglas
The Gist: An investigation into fraudulent cargo trailer purchases in Douglas escalated when police say suspects struck a deputy with their vehicle, resulting the deputy shooting at the suspects. ❓ What’s Happening: 🔍 Between the Lines: 🏃 Catch Up Quick: 🖼️ The Big Picture: The investigation remains active. Once concluded, the Waycross Judicial Circuit District […]
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Georgia Traffic Laws You Might Not Know but Should
Driving in Georgia, like anywhere else, requires a keen understanding of the road rules. Most people can readily cite the basics: stop at red lights, don’t speed, and never drive under the influence. But Georgia’s traffic laws go well beyond these fundamentals, and there are quite a few rules that people might not realize exist. […]