The Peach State has earned yet another shameful distinction as the state continues to turn back the clock and refuses to advance with the rest of civilization. This time, a study has revealed that Georgia leads the nation in workplace sex discrimination. As usual, the state doesn’t just lead the nation in this dubious honor, […]
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Quick-Acting Soldiers Prevented Tragedy in Fort Stewart Shooting
(The Center Square) – Five soldiers injured Wednesday at Fort Stewart in Georgia are stable and expected to recover from a shooting by an active-duty soldier, military officials say. Three of the five wounded required surgery. The suspect has been identified as Army Sgt. Quornelius Radford, of the 2nd Brigade combat team. Radford has never […]
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Beloved Braves Legend Dale Murphy’s Restaurant is Closing: Here’s Why
Dale Murphy’s restaurant, Murph’s, will close its doors for good on August 12 as the Galleria Mall undergoes renovations. Fans have just days left to enjoy the popular spot known for its cheese curds and burgers. 🍔 What It Means For You: If you’re a Braves fan or foodie who enjoys Murph’s famous cheese curds […]
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Serious Crash on I‑285 Leaves One Person Seriously Hurt
A three‑vehicle crash on Paces Ferry Road near the I‑285 northbound exit left a driver with serious injuries, police said. The accident happened Tuesday afternoon and is still being investigated by the Cobb County Police Department’s STEP Unit. 🚗 What It Means For You: If you travel this ramp, expect possible delays and watch for police […]
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Hurricane Season is Heating Up: Here’s What it Means For Georgia
The tropics are heating up with multiple opportunities for storms to develop in the Atlantic basin that could bring impacts to the United States over the next week. “The tropical development potential map in the Atlantic is lit up like a Christmas tree with four different risk zones,” AccuWeather Lead Hurricane Expert Alex DaSilva said. “We […]
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Stone Mountain Woman Faces Murder Charges After Fatal Little Five Points Crash That Killed 19-Year-Old
A Stone Mountain woman has been indicted on murder charges after allegedly causing a crash that killed a 19-year-old while fleeing from police in Little Five Points. 🚔 The Charges: 24-year-old Faduma Mohamed faces multiple serious charges including Felony Murder and DUI after the April 14 crash that killed Cooper Schoenke. A DeKalb County Grand […]
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Suspect Apprehended in Fort Stewart Shooting
(The Center Square) – Five soldiers were shot Wednesday morning at Fort Stewart Hunter Army Airfield in Georgia following an active shooter incident on the installation, the base confirmed. Base officials said the suspect was apprehended at 11:35 a.m. local time Wednesday, ending the threat to the community. He has been identified as Quornelius Radford, […]
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‘This Is a Crisis:’ Four Decades of Roswell Leaders Break Silence on City’s Direction
In the often peaceful suburb of Roswell, a political earthquake is rumbling beneath the surface. Twenty-one former elected officials—spanning four decades of the city’s leadership—have done something unprecedented: they’ve joined forces across party lines to publicly rebuke their successors. The letter they delivered to City Hall this week reads less like a political statement and […]
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Mike Thurmond Enters Georgia Governor’s Race
Mike Thurmond, former DeKalb County CEO, announced he is running for governor, saying he will fight high costs and protect health care for working families. ⏳ Catch Up Quick: Thurmond is no stranger to Georgia politics. He has served as a state legislator, Labor Commissioner, CEO of DeKalb County, and Superintendent of DeKalb County Schools, […]
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Gwinnett Picks 4 Residents to Help Decide How Your Tax Dollars Get Spent
County leaders want your neighbors to weigh in on next year’s budget before they vote on it. 📋 What’s Happening: Four residents will spend the next few weeks listening to county departments explain what they need money for next year. The group includes a church leader, an insurance expert, a school advocate, and a nonprofit […]
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Soaring Popularity: The Rise of Online Casinos and Aviator in Georgia and Across America
In recent times, the online casino environment has become more and more popular in the United States, with Georgia witnessing a hike in user interest. Traditional casino games such as blackjack, roulette, and poker are being cut through interest; newer formats and fresh mechanisms are providing more levels of immersion and higher levels of accessibility […]
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The Georgia National Fair Will Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday
The 2025 Georgia National Fair will turn into a massive birthday party for America. Governor Brian Kemp has officially declared October 2 through 12 as Georgia National Fair week, tying it to the nation’s 250th anniversary celebrations. 🎪 What It Means For You: If you’re planning to visit the fair in October, expect special exhibits […]
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Horoscope: Leo Season Gives You an Opportunity to Rewrite Your Story
Rewrite Your Story: We’re in Leo Season, powered by the Sun–Mercury retrograde conjunction on July 31, bringing clarity under chaos. Romance, creativity, and ego get a peek behind the curtain. Meanwhile, lingering Mercury retrograde means messages delay, exes reappear, and tech glitches are inevitable. The cosmic message: Don’t launch—revise. Don’t declare—edit. Draw, not shadow. The […]
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Man Shot Dead in Jonesboro Driveway
A man was killed in a shooting at a Jonesboro residence Monday evening, with police capturing one suspect while another remains on the run. 🔍 What’s Happening: Clayton County Police responded to reports of a shooting around 5:42 p.m. on August 4 in the 7600 block of Connell Drive. Officers found an adult male with […]
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$3.89 Billion Federal Loan for Georgia 400 Toll Lanes: What You Need to Know
A plan to add toll lanes along Georgia 400 in Fulton and Forsyth counties is getting a big boost from the federal government. The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) Tuesday announced a loan of up to $3.89 billion to help build the project. The money is being awarded through the federal Transportation Infrastructure Finance and […]
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Here’s How You Can Get a Cherokee Sheriff’s Office K9 Plushie
The Cherokee Sheriff’s Office is releasing limited-edition K9 plushies to support their Christmas Joy program, with sales beginning Friday, August 8. The plushies, priced at $30 each, will feature two new K9 officers making their debut alongside returning favorites. Unlike previous offerings, the plushies must be purchased individually rather than as a set. The plushies […]
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Former Georgia Lawmaker Stan Watson Gets Lesson in How Not to Treat Women at a Bar
In Georgia, people can be held responsible for false imprisonment if they get police to arrest someone who did nothing wrong. A former DeKalb County commissioner learned that costly lesson Monday in federal appeals court when judges sided with two women who are seeking $100,000 in damages and legal costs. The story almost writes itself. […]
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Lane Closures Coming to Bells Ferry Road in Cherokee This Week
Drivers in Cherokee County should prepare for delays as lane closures hit Bells Ferry Road starting Wednesday, affecting the busy morning and afternoon school commute times. 🚧 Why It Matters: The closures will impact traffic during peak school hours (8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.) when parents and buses are already navigating congested roads, potentially causing […]
