A crash has shut down two right lanes on I-75 South near State Route 155 in Henry County, causing significant delays for morning commuters. 🚧 Why It Matters: The incident impacts a major Atlanta corridor, affecting thousands of drivers during rush hour. Delays could ripple through surrounding routes as traffic diverts. 🚗 What’s Happening: 🌉 […]
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Crash Blocks I-285 Ramp in DeKalb County
A crash has shut down the right lane of the ramp on I-285 North near Glenwood Road in DeKalb County, causing traffic delays during the morning commute. Officials estimate the scene will clear by 10 a.m. 🚨 Why It Matters: The incident impacts thousands of drivers during rush hour, with backups likely on one of […]
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16-Year-Old Arrested in Murder of 22-Year-Old in Macon
A 16-year-old has been charged with murder in the shooting death of 22-year-old Marcus Cunningham Jr. at Autumn Trace Apartments. 🔍 What’s Happening: 📅 Catch Up Quick: 👮 Investigation Ongoing: Authorities urge anyone with information to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-751-7500 or Macon Crime Stoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.
Posted inEconomy
More Millionaires are Renting in Atlanta
Atlanta’s wealthiest residents are increasingly choosing apartments over homeownership, with 1 in 11 millionaire households opting to rent — a trend growing faster here than nearly anywhere else in the U.S. 🏙️ Why It Matters: The shift challenges traditional views of wealth and housing, signaling changing priorities among high earners post-pandemic. For renters and buyers […]
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Missing Teen in Woodstock: Police Ask Residents for Help
Update: According to the Woodstock Police Department, Rome has been found and is safe. The original article is below. Woodstock police are asking for the public’s help to find a missing 13-year-old girl. Her name is Rome White. Officers say she was last seen wearing a blue t-shirt and shorts, heading south on South Cherokee […]
Posted inSpecial Features
Entertainment Meets Efficiency: The Tech Driving Today’s Online Casino Experience
Online casinos are no longer just a collection of games stitched together under a digital roof. They’ve become streamlined platforms that combine excitement with smooth, intuitive technology. It’s this merger of entertainment and efficiency that sets modern experiences apart. When you explore top-tier online casinos, you can tell right away that the experience is built […]
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Georgia Attorney General on Rioters: ‘We Don’t Make Excuses For Criminals Here. We Prosecute Them’
(The Center Square) – Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr said Wednesday anyone caught rioting is at risk to face domestic terrorism charges. “It’s very simple,” he said. “Protesters use words. Rioters use violence. There is no gray area. We are not California or New York. We are Georgia. We don’t make excuses for criminals here. We […]
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Barron Road Closed in Floyd County Due to Water Main Break Near Schools
Residents, brace for delays—Barron Road is shut down near local schools due to a major water main break. This closure could snarl your daily commute or school drop-offs depending on how long it lasts. What’s Happening: Floyd County Water and Public Works report a significant water main break on Barron Road, requiring extra repairs to […]
Posted inPublic Safety
Carrollton Police Officer Hit on Highway 27 Near Ingles
Carrollton drivers are facing significant disruptions after a police officer was struck by a vehicle, leading to the complete closure of Highway 27 North at Ingles. The incident has prompted a major emergency response, and motorists are being advised to find alternative routes. 🚦 What’s Unfolding: The Carrollton Police Department reported that one of their […]
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Lawsuit Filed Against Companies Behind Sapelo Island Gangway Collapse
When Regina Brinson reached the middle of the aluminum walkway, she heard it crack and watched in horror as it broke just in front of her feet, plunging the elderly people ahead of her into the fast-moving water. Soon, her portion of the gangway to the Sapelo Island ferry was in the water, too, and […]
Posted inYour Family
4-Year-Old Georgia Girl Mauled By Family Rottweilers
A Morgan County child is fighting to recover after being attacked by her grandparents’ two Rottweilers while playing in their yard Friday. 🏥 What’s Happening: The 4-year-old girl suffered severe injuries including deep lacerations to her head and around her right eye, according to the Morgan County Sheriff’s Office. 🔍 Between the Lines: The grandmother […]
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Are Georgia’s New Adoption Rules Hurting Families Who Want to Adopt?
Recent changes in the adoptions process in Georgia are causing such extensive delays that the state is no longer considered “adoption-friendly,” several adoption lawyers said Wednesday. But the owner of an adoption agency in Coastal Georgia and a birth mother defended Georgia’s process as ensuring that Peach State adoptions are safe. Before November 2023, Georgia […]
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DeKalb Police Officer Crashes Into Dump Truck: What We Know
A DeKalb County police officer crashed into a dump truck early Tuesday while pursuing suspects linked to multiple armed robberies. 🚔 What Happened: The officer was chasing a vehicle matching the description of one connected to several armed robberies when he collided with a stationary dump truck around 12:32 a.m. in the 2000 block of […]
Posted inHealth
‘Expensive and Complicated:’ Only 36% of Rural Hospitals in Georgia Have Labor and Delivery
Nine months after Monroe County Hospital in rural South Alabama closed its labor and delivery department in October 2023, Grove Hill Memorial Hospital in neighboring Clarke County also stopped delivering babies. Both hospitals are located in an agricultural swath of the state that’s home to most of its poorest counties. Many residents of the region […]
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Celebrate July 4th in Alpharetta
Alpharetta residents and visitors can choose from several Independence Day weekend events, including rooftop parties and the city’s official fireworks display. UP on the Roof will host a Fourth of July celebration with a DJ, food stations and views of the city’s fireworks. Guests will receive one complimentary nonalcoholic slushie, with the option to add […]
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Truett McConnell University President Placed On Leave Amid Campus Sexual Abuse Scandal
Truett McConnell University’s Board of Trustees has unanimously voted to place President Dr. Emir Caner on administrative leave while launching a third-party investigation into allegations of sexual abuse on campus. 🔍 Why It Matters: The decision comes amid serious allegations that former administrator Dr. Brad Reynolds sexually abused alumna Hayle Swinson, with claims that leadership […]
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America’s Gambling Boom: What’s Legal and Where
According to the 2024 reports, the country’s casino sector generated $49.8 billion in revenue, with $8.4 billion attributed solely to iGaming. The industry is projected to increase by 9.8% annually, driven by advancing regulations in different US regions. The 2018 Supreme Court’s decision enabled states to control the sector independently and initiate local laws. Regulations […]
Posted inWeather
Rain Chances Increase Across Georgia Through This Weekend
Central Georgia residents should prepare for isolated thunderstorms today, while north Georgia’s dry spell will end as rain chances increase statewide through the weekend. 🌧️ Why It Matters: Today’s storms could bring lightning, wind gusts up to 40 mph, and pea-sized hail to central Georgia communities between 2 and 10 p.m., according to the National […]
