Woodstock residents now have a direct way to share their thoughts about local police performance as the department seeks to maintain its elite national accreditation status. 🔍 What We Know: The Woodstock Police Department opened an online portal where community members can submit comments about the department’s compliance with Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement […]
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Teen Arrested in Shooting Near Marietta Park That Injured Two
Marietta SWAT officers arrested 17-year-old Xavier Ivan Moreno early this morning in connection with the April 21 shooting near North Marietta Parkway and Allgood Road, across from Elizabeth Porter Park. Moreno faces 14 charges, including nine counts of aggravated assault with intent to murder, criminal damage, criminal trespass, possession of a pistol by a minor, […]
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Weekend Lane Closures On I-20: What We Know
Drivers on I-20 in Douglas County will face lane closures starting Friday night as crews begin a major resurfacing project. The Georgia Department of Transportation will close alternating lanes between Liberty Road and State Route 5 beginning at 9 p.m. May 3 and continuing until 5 a.m. Saturday. 🛣️ Why It Matters: The $29 million […]
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IVF is Finally Protected Under Georgia Law
Gov. Brian Kemp signed legislation Thursday codifying into state law the right of women struggling to get pregnant to receive in vitro fertilization. House Bill 428, which the General Assembly passed with just one “no” vote, was among a half dozen health-care measures the governor signed during a ceremony at the Savannah Convention Center. The legislation’s chief […]
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Body of Missing Canton Man With Dementia Found
Family members confirmed the death of 85-year-old Byron “Gene” Jones, who had been missing since April 21. The announcement came through a social media post in a group dedicated to finding the elderly Canton resident. What We Know: A family member posted that Jones “has been found” but indicated it was “not the outcome we […]
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Free Concerts in Roswell: What to Know
Roswell residents can enjoy free outdoor concerts featuring everything from disco to Billy Joel tributes this summer as the Music on the Hill series returns to City Hall. The popular concert series will run the second Friday of each month from May through September, with performances from 7 to 9 p.m. on the rear lawn […]
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Storms Are Brewing in Georgia Today
Mother Nature plans to crash the party in north Georgia this afternoon, with scattered thunderstorms rolling through the region like uninvited guests. 🌩️ What We Know: Northwest Georgia faces the highest risk today, where strong or isolated severe thunderstorms could whip up gusty winds. The National Weather Service issued the alert early this morning, giving […]
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How Much do Georgia Residents Know About Tariffs?
For the last 100 days, the word “tariff” has sparked more debate than a family group chat—especially since Donald Trump made it a household term. But here’s the real question: Do people actually know what a tariff is, or are they just nodding along at the dinner table? 🧐 What We Know: A new quiz […]
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The Public Record: Did Marjorie Taylor Greene Say Catholic Bishops Are Controlled By Satan?
The News: Georgia Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene sparked controversy yet again, with inflammatory remarks directly accusing Catholic bishops of being “controlled by Satan.” The comments came as part of a clarification following an earlier social media post that many interpreted as celebrating Pope Francis’s death. The Players: Marjorie Taylor Greene, U.S. Representative for Georgia’s 14th […]
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Cobb School District Bans ‘American Psycho:’ What We Know
Cobb County Schools has removed “American Psycho” from its libraries, adding to an already extensive list of banned books that students can no longer access. 🔍 What’s Happening: District officials confirmed the removal during an April board meeting, bringing the total number of banned books to 35. 📋 The Complete Ban List: All 35 books […]
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Teen Charged with Murder After Fatal Georgia Backyard Shooting
A 27-year-old man died after being shot in the backyard of a Dublin home, leading to murder charges against a teenager. Officers discovered Anthony Jamar Coley with gunshot wounds in the backyard of a Rutland Drive home around 2 a.m. on Tuesday. Police responded after the city’s shot detection system alerted them to gunfire in […]
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Downtown Tifton Hosts Free First Friday Concert Series This Weekend
Downtown Tifton will kick off its Summer Concert Series with the First Friday event on May 2 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at 130 1st Street. The free community concert will feature two live music acts. The Page Brothers Band will perform from 7 p.m. to 8:15 p.m., followed by Loose Chain from 8:30 […]
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Knox Bridge Highway in Cherokee County Shut Down: What We Know
A major roadway in Cherokee County is completely shut down following an accident, with officials warning of “extended” closure times. What We Know: Knox Bridge Highway near the Fieldstone subdivision in Cherokee County is closed due to an accident, according to an alert from the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office. Authorities have indicated the closure will […]
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Psychology Professor Receives Kennesaw State’s Highest Faculty Honor
Roxanne Donovan, a licensed psychologist and professor at Kennesaw State University’s Radow College of Humanities and Social Sciences, has been named the University Distinguished Professor, the institution’s highest faculty honor. Donovan, who holds joint appointments in the Department of Psychological Science and the Interdisciplinary Studies Department, was recognized for her excellence in teaching, research, and […]
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Marietta Hotel Restaurant Scores Dismal 39 on Health Inspection
The Padella Restaurant at Hyatt Regency Suites in Marietta received a failing score of 39 during a routine health inspection on April 25. Food inspectors documented multiple critical violations that posed immediate health risks to diners. A guest approached the health inspector during the visit to present moldy bread that had been stored in a […]
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Susan Holmes, Former State Representative and Monticello Mayor, Dies at 76
Susan Holmes, a former state lawmaker and the first woman to serve as mayor of Monticello, has died. She was 76. Holmes served in the Georgia House of Representatives from 2011 to 2023, representing portions of Middle Georgia during her time in the General Assembly. She was widely recognized for her work on behalf of […]
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Daughter Gets 15 Years for Stealing $200K from Elderly Mother in Cancer Scam
A Catoosa County woman will spend the next 15 years behind bars after pleading guilty to exploiting her elderly mother through a fake cancer treatment scheme that left the victim homeless and financially devastated. What We Know: Vickie Long entered a non-negotiated guilty plea on March 6 to exploiting an elder person, identity fraud, and […]
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Gwinnett Creates Special Victims Unit: What We Know
Gwinnett County’s top prosecutor has launched a new team focused on helping victims of sex crimes, vehicular homicides and animal cruelty cases. 🔍 What We Know: The Gwinnett Solicitor General’s Office has created a Special Victims Unit dedicated to handling sensitive misdemeanor cases. The team will focus on sex crimes, vehicular homicides, stalking, pandering and […]
