A fourth-grade teacher is behind bars after Cobb Police arrested him Sunday on a felony sex charge involving a child. 📋 What’s Happening: Cobb Sheriff’s Office records show Mareno Danielle Smith, 37, of Acworth faces one felony count of incest. He is being held without bond at the Cobb County Adult Detention Center. 🏫 At […]
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Rip current warning in effect for Georgia beaches
Dangerous rip currents are hitting Southeast Georgia and Northeast Florida beaches and will remain a threat through late tonight, the National Weather Service says. What’s Happening: The warning covers coastal Glynn and Camden counties in Georgia. Rip currents are fast, narrow channels of water that pull swimmers away from shore and into deeper water. What’s […]
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Election Results: Trump’s pick to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene faces runoff against democrat
Republican Clay Fuller and Democrat Shawn Harris will meet in an April 7 runoff to fill Georgia’s 14th Congressional District seat. Why It Matters: Northwest Georgia has been without a House representative since Marjorie Taylor Greene resigned January 5. The runoff extends that absence by nearly another month. What We Know: Fuller, a former district […]
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Georgia Election Results
Special Elections are being held in Georgia today and the results are coming in. Most notable among the races is the jungle primary to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene in the 14th Congressional District. Results are below. Refresh this page for updated results.
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Marietta and Smyrna historic homes open for tours in April
Private homes and historic landmarks in Marietta and Smyrna will open for public tours April 24 through 26 during the Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation’s Spring Ramble, held in partnership with Cobb Landmarks. What’s Happening: The three-day event gives visitors access to private residences and historic sites not normally open to the public. Tours are […]
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Snellville diner fails health inspection with a score of 61
A Snellville restaurant is facing a follow-up health inspection after earning a failing score during a routine visit Tuesday. The Diner at Webb Gin, at 1350 Scenic Highway North, received a score of 61 — a grade of U, for Unsatisfactory — from the Georgia Department of Public Health’s Gateway Health District. The inspection was […]
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Jones County deputy arrests Bibb County man on DUI, gun, and drug charges
A Jones County deputy stopped a Bibb County man for a traffic violation Saturday and arrested him on multiple charges, including carrying a gun as a convicted felon. What’s Happening: Deputy Dominguez pulled over a vehicle on March 7. The driver was Tierance Samples of Bibb County. What’s Important: Deputies found that Samples had no […]
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Election Day: Northwest Georgia voters pick someone to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene today
Northwest Georgia voters are heading to the polls today to fill the congressional seat left empty when Marjorie Taylor Greene walked away from Congress earlier this year. The race is shaping up to be a real test of just how much weight a presidential endorsement carries. Why It Matters: Georgia’s 14th Congressional District has been […]
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South Georgia could hit near record temperatures today
South Georgia is forecast to see near-record warmth today, March 10, before rain moves in later this week, according to the National Weather Service in Tallahassee. What’s Happening: The weather service released its forecast early this morning showing several South Georgia cities climbing into the upper 80s and low 90s today and Wednesday. Skies stay […]
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Roswell leaders vote for more paid parking on Canton Street starting in May
Roswell is changing how parking works downtown, and it could affect where you choose to eat, shop, and spend your time. Why It Matters: Paid parking can change how often people visit local businesses. Parking has been an issue on Canton Street for over 40 years with residents and many business owners hoping for more […]
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Got 30 to 50 feral hogs running onto your property? The State of Georgia can help
A new program makes hog traps available to rent for Georgia farmers struggling to control feral hog populations. Feral hogs do millions of dollars in crop damage in Georgia every year, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ (DNR) Wildlife Resources Division. Now the Middle South Georgia Conservation District is offering training on top-of-the–line […]
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2 people found dead in Bryan County home after truck theft
Two people were shot to death inside a Bryan County home Sunday after a man stole a truck from a neighbor who had stopped to help him on the side of the road. What’s Happening: Around 4 p.m. Sunday, March 8, a man later identified as Anthony Andrea Forney approached a resident near Nevils, Georgia […]
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Severe storms expected across parts of Georgia tonight
A line of storms will move from Alabama into western Georgia this evening and push east overnight, the National Weather Service in Peachtree City said Monday. What’s Happening: The storm line is expected to bring damaging wind gusts as the main threat. Quarter-size hail and a brief spin-up tornado are also possible. What’s Important: The […]
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Warm week ahead for Georgia but storms arrive midweek
A warm stretch is expected across Georgia this week. The most significant storm chances arrive Wednesday night through Thursday, before temperatures drop heading into the weekend. What’s Happening: Temperatures across Georgia will reach the upper 70s to upper 80s Monday through Wednesday, depending on location. A storm system is expected to bring widespread rain and […]
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2 people shot on Zenith Street in Dublin
Two people were shot early Saturday morning in Dublin, police say. What’s Happening: Officers responded around 12:15 a.m. to the area of Highland Avenue after a Flock Safety gunshot detection system picked up the shooting. The shooting took place at 109 Zenith Street. What’s Important: Both victims were treated at a hospital and released. Dublin […]
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Driver pulled from overturned car after crash with deputy
A Richmond County Sheriff’s Office deputy was in a crash Monday morning on Peach Orchard Road at Reedale Drive. The other vehicle rolled onto its side. What’s Happening: The crash happened around 8 a.m. Sheriff’s officials say another driver turned left in front of the deputy’s vehicle, causing the collision. Richmond County firefighters responded and […]
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Six Flags Over Georgia opens Saturday for its 59th season
Six Flags Over Georgia opens this Saturday, March 14, in Mableton for its 59th season, with new dining options, returning rides, and a full calendar of special events. What’s Happening: The park opens with more than 40 rides, shows, and attractions, including 12 roller coasters. A new restaurant, Georgia Sandwich Company, will open later this […]
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Iran War Hits Home: Georgia gas prices jump 44 cents in one week
Georgia drivers are paying $3.22 a gallon for regular unleaded gas as of Sunday, up 44 cents from just one week ago, according to AAA. What’s Happening: Prices have climbed sharply over the past month. Filling a standard 15-gallon tank now costs about $48.30. Compared to recent benchmarks, the state average is: What’s Important: The […]
