🔍 The Gist: The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office has reported that Tracey Chatman, age 50, was last seen on February 2, 2024, and is now officially missing. 📝 The Details: Officials have expressed concern for Chatman’s well-being, stating that she has not shown up for work in three days and has a diagnosed bipolar disorder, […]
Posted inGeorgia By The Numbers
Where Would You Move if You Won the Lottery? Georgia Is a Top Destination
🍑 The Gist: A survey found that Georgia’s luxurious real estate, from beachfront homes on St. Simons Island to historic Savannah mansions, is highly sought-after by potential lottery winners. 🏡 The Details: Lottery ‘n Go unveiled that Georgia’s diverse luxury properties are enchanting for lottery hopefuls. With its beachfront allure and historic charm, the state’s […]
Posted inCrime
Atlanta Man Convicted in Brutal Home Invasion That Left 94-year-old Dead
The Gist: Murder suspect Deonte Denard Sills, 30, was convicted on multiple charges, including Malice Murder, for his involvement in a deadly home invasion in DeKalb County that killed an elderly man.. The Details: On March 19, 2020, a violent home invasion in Ellenwood resulted in the tragic death of 94-year-old Frank Collings. Sills was […]
Posted inSports
Atlanta lands eight 2026 World Cup matches: What We Know
Atlanta has been selected to host eight World Cup matches in the summer of 2026. Mercedes-Benz Stadium in downtown Atlanta will be the site for five group stage matches, a round of 32 contest, a round of 16 match and a semifinal, the international soccer organization FIFA announced Sunday. The dates for the group stage […]
Posted inThe Georgia Chronicles
The Georgia Chronicles: How a Georgia Preacher Helped Abolish Slavery in The British Empire
A Baptist preacher who lived in bondage in colonial Georgia would go on to help wipe out the final vestiges of slavery in the British Empire. George Leile, with the help of the young deacon Samuel Sharpe, kicked the door closed on slavery through what became known in Jamaica as the Baptist War. Leile became […]
Posted inWeather
Georgia Battles a Mix of Weather: From Drizzle to Clear Skies
As Georgia enters another week, residents across its metro areas are experiencing a wide array of weather conditions, ranging from early-week drizzles to clear, sunny skies expected towards the end. Atlanta Sees Varied ConditionsAtlanta started the week with drizzle, transitioning to partly cloudy skies. By midweek, residents can expect mostly clear conditions with temperatures peaking […]
Posted inRepresenting You
Does Georgia Need More Election Reforms?
Five years ago, the General Assembly’s Republican majorities passed legislation providing for a paper backup to electronic ballots, a move aimed at giving Georgians more confidence their votes are being counted correctly. But legislative leaders aren’t content with that election reform measure. This year, they’re pushing a series of bills aimed largely at paper ballots […]
Posted inHealth
Georgia Sues Federal Government Over Medicaid Expansion
The state of Georgia and the federal government remain at loggerheads over Gov. Brian Kemp’s limited expansion of the state’s Medicaid program. The state filed a lawsuit in federal court in Brunswick Friday seeking an extension of the five-year program being denied by the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). The agency approved […]
Posted inIn The News
The City of Mulberry in Gwinnett County is One Step Closer to Reality
The Georgia Senate voted Thursday on Senate Bill 333, allowing the creation of a new city called Mulberry to be placed on the ballot in Gwinnett County. The bill passed despite pushback from other Gwinnett senators. The bill will allow voters living within the proposed city to decide on creating Mulberry during the May 21 […]
Posted inYour Government
Want to Run for Office on Oconee County? Here’s How
🏡 The Gist: Residents of Oconee County and Watkinsville with political ambitions have a golden opportunity to step up and make a difference in their community, starting with an essential first step in March 2024. 📋 The Details: To embark on the journey of public service, whether you’re eyeing a seat on the County Board […]
