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The search for 46-year-old Kenneth Holland came to a sad end Sunday evening when his body was discovered in a remote area off Pearl Nix Parkway near Lake Lanier.

Body of Missing 46-Year-Old Georgia Man Found Near Lake Lanier

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 2, 2024September 2, 2024

A weekend swim in Lake Lanier turned tragic for a Vinings man who drowned while trying to return to his boat.

Vinings Man Drowns in Lake Lanier on Labor Day Weekend

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 1, 2024September 1, 2024

Sharks don’t typically make it to the headlines, but when they do, it’s because something is off. A shark, estimated to be over 10 feet long, was spotted just 100 yards offshore between 17th and 18th Street, sending lifeguards into action.

A 10 Foot Shark Was Spotted Off of Tybee Island Labor Day Weekend

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 1, 2024September 1, 2024

Residents near Clairmont Terrace and Clairmont Road dealt with low or no water service as DeKalb County Watershed Management crews worked to repair a broken water main Thursday.

DeKalb County Water Main Break: What We Know

by Thom ChandlerAugust 29, 2024August 29, 2024

Police lights by night

Savannah Police Officer Injured in Motorcycle Accident During Kamala Harris Motorcade

by Thom ChandlerAugust 29, 2024August 29, 2024

A fallen crane led to an emergency response on Hutchinson Island, but fortunately, no injuries were reported.

Update On Crane That Tipped Over in Savannah

by Thom ChandlerAugust 28, 2024August 28, 2024

Middle Georgia Regional Airport is set to receive $4,012,500 in state grants for several key development projects aimed at expanding its aviation services and boosting economic growth in the region. The funding, allocated by the Georgia Department of Transportation, follows advocacy efforts by local authorities, including Macon-Bibb County and the Macon-Bibb County Industrial Authority.

Middle Georgia Regional Airport Gets $4 Million in State Funding

by Hannah Grace HaggardAugust 23, 2024August 23, 2024

ATLANTA - MARCH 24: "Tech Tower" at the Georgia Institute of Technology in Atlanta on March 24, 2019. The historic Atlanta landmark was completed in 1888.

U.S. Government Sues Georgia Tech: What We Know

by Thom ChandlerAugust 22, 2024August 22, 2024

An alert was declared at the Georgia's nuclear power plant, Plant Vogte, specifically at Vogtle Units 1 and 2, at about noon today. The alert was later cleared at about 2:36 p.m.

In The News, Newsflash

Alert Declared at Georgia Nuclear Power Plant After Transformer Fire

by Thom ChandlerAugust 13, 2024August 13, 2024

ROSWELL -- The historic Roswell Masonic Lodge, a landmark that has stood as a testament to the city’s rich history for generations, is set to undergo a transformation that will preserve its legacy while giving it new life.

Preserved: Historic Roswell Masonic Lodge Will Remain as An Open Air Pavilion

by Thom ChandlerAugust 12, 2024August 12, 2024

Railway

Two People Hit By Train in Cobb County: What We Know

by Thom ChandlerAugust 12, 2024August 12, 2024

Flooding in Savannah caused by the Ogeechee River is believed to have reached its peak, with water levels expected to slowly recede over the coming days. Residents in affected areas are advised to remain cautious, as flooding impacts will persist and full recession may take several days.

Ogeechee River Update: Flooding Expected to Recede as River Peaks

by Thom ChandlerAugust 11, 2024August 12, 2024

The Ogeechee River's relentless rise has triggered significant street flooding in Savannah's Bradley Point and nearby areas, prompting urgent action from city officials.

Rising Ogeechee River Floods Savannah Streets

by Thom ChandlerAugust 10, 2024August 10, 2024

Zoo Atlanta has announced the passing of Sequoyah, a male bald eagle that had been a resident at the zoo since June 2015. Sequoyah, who had sustained a wing injury in the wild and was deemed non-releasable, was euthanized on August 7, due to a decline in his condition.

Zoo Atlanta Announces Passing of Sequoyah, its Resident Bald Eagle

by Thom ChandlerAugust 7, 2024August 7, 2024

The Nelons, an Atlanta-based Gospel music family, tragically died in a plane crash Friday afternoon while traveling to the Gaither Homecoming Cruise.

Georgia Gospel Group The Nelons Killed in Plane Crash: What We Know

by Thom ChandlerJuly 27, 2024July 27, 2024

Authorities are investigating after a fetus was discovered in a dumpster at the Grovetown Walmart on Steiner Way.

Fetus Found in Dumpster at Georgia Walmart: What We Know

by Thom ChandlerJuly 24, 2024July 24, 2024

Tonight, President Joe Biden will address the nation from the Oval Office, formally announcing his decision to exit the 2024 presidential race. This pivotal speech is scheduled for 8 p.m. Eastern Time.

How to Watch Joe Biden’s Oval Office Speech Tonight

by Thom ChandlerJuly 24, 2024July 24, 2024

(The Center Square) – U.S. Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle resigned Tuesday after she was widely criticized over security lapses at the campaign event where former President Donald Trump survived an assassination attempt.

Secret Service Director Resigns After Trump Assassination Attempt

by Casey Harper | The Center SquareJuly 23, 2024July 23, 2024