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Susan Holmes, a former state lawmaker and the first woman to serve as mayor of Monticello, has died. She was 76.
Posted inGeorgia People, Newsflash

Susan Holmes, Former State Representative and Monticello Mayor, Dies at 76

by B.T. ClarkApril 30, 2025April 30, 2025

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 […]

District Attorney Patrick Warren announced today that all charges have been dismissed against a 24-year-old Tifton woman, Selena Chandler-Scott, who experienced a miscarriage and was later arrested after placing the fetal remains in a dumpster. The decision follows a comprehensive review of the Tifton Police Department’s investigative file, Georgia Bureau of Investigation’s Medical Examiner’s report, relevant Georgia statutes and case law, and input from both legal and medical experts.
Posted inCrime, Newsflash

All Charges Dropped Against Georgia Woman Arrested After Miscarriage

by B.T. ClarkApril 4, 2025April 4, 2025
Jimmy Carter's state funeral has started. Today, the former president's remains made their way from Sumter County to Atlanta where a private funeral will be held and he will lie in state until Tuesday.
Posted inGeorgia People, Newsflash

WATCH: Jimmy Carter’s Funeral Motorcade in Georgia

by News DeskJanuary 4, 2025January 4, 2025
A Barrow County grand jury has indicted 14-year-old Colt Gray and his father Colin Gray for a shooting at Apalachee High School, resulting in four deaths and numerous injuries. Colt faces 55 charges including murder, while Colin has 29 counts, linked to the firearm's purchase as a gift. Arraignment is set for November 21.
Posted inCrime, Newsflash

Shooter and Father Indicted in Apalachee High School Shooting

by Thom ChandlerOctober 17, 2024October 17, 2024
The NFL has announced that Atlanta's Mercedes-Benz Stadium will host Super Bowl LXII in 2028, marking the city's fourth time as the host. This event is expected to boost Atlanta's economy significantly, similar to the $350 million impact seen in 2019. Preparations will begin shortly to ensure a successful event.
Posted inSports, Newsflash

Atlanta to Host Super Bowl in 2028

by Thom ChandlerOctober 15, 2024October 15, 2024
Original Article: A shooting occurred at Apalachee High School in Winder late Tuesday morning, sending shockwaves through the small Barrow County community. The shooting was reported at approximately 10:23 a.m. at the school located at 940 Haymon Morris Road, prompting a swift response from local law enforcement and emergency medical teams.
Posted inCrime, Newsflash

Live Coverage: 2 Students, 2 Teachers Dead in Shooting at Apalachee High School in Winder

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 4, 2024September 4, 2024
Paulding County is in mourning after Deputy Brandon Cunningham was killed in the line of duty on August 17. The Paulding County Sheriff’s Office confirmed the news late Saturday night, expressing profound sorrow over the death of their colleague.
Posted inCrime, Newsflash

Georgia Deputy Killed in Line of Duty: What We Know

by Thom ChandlerAugust 18, 2024August 18, 2024
A woman was fatally shot in broad daylight at a gas station on Riverside Drive, sparking an active investigation by the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office.
Posted inCrime, Newsflash

Woman Shot and Killed By Her Husband in Broad Daylight at a Macon Gas Station

by Thom ChandlerAugust 16, 2024August 16, 2024
A federal district judge has ruled that a civil rights lawsuit filed by five Black students from Coosa High School in Rome, can move forward to trial.
Posted inEducation, Newsflash

Black Lives Matter vs. The Confederate Flag: Georgia School Racism Lawsuit Can Move Forward

by Thom ChandlerAugust 15, 2024August 15, 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.
Posted inIn The News, Newsflash

Alert Declared at Georgia Nuclear Power Plant After Transformer Fire

by Thom ChandlerAugust 13, 2024August 13, 2024
Tropical Storm Debby is poised to unleash heavy rainfall and potential flooding across Georgia, sparking concerns for residents throughout the state. As the storm advances, authorities urge Georgians to prepare for possible severe weather impacts.
Posted inWeather, Newsflash

Tropical Storm Debby to Drench Georgia with Heavy Rainfall and Flooding

by Thom ChandlerAugust 4, 2024August 4, 2024
Police departments throughout the state are urging Georgia drivers, be on high alert. A crafty group of scammers is using text messages to target Peach Pass users statewide. Reports have surged about a fraudulent scheme that tricks people into paying for non-existent tolls.
Posted inCrime, Newsflash

Peach Pass Panic: SMS Scammers Sweep Across Georgia

by Thom ChandlerAugust 2, 2024August 2, 2024
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump Wednesday underwent questioning from a National Association of Black Journalists panel in a turbulent session during which he falsely claimed Vice President Kamala Harris “happened to turn Black” during her political career.
Posted inTalk of The Town, Newsflash

Race Rant: Trump Claims Kamala Harris ‘Happened to Turn Black’

by Ariana Figueroa | Georgia RecorderJuly 31, 2024July 31, 2024
San Francisco, CA - August 23, 2019: Presidential candidate Kamala Harris speaking at the Democratic National Convention summer session in San Francisco, California.
Posted inYour Government, Newsflash

What Did Kamala Harris Say in Georgia on Tuesday?

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceJuly 30, 2024July 30, 2024
A hazardous weather outlook has been issued for portions of North and Central Georgia, warning residents of potential severe weather conditions.
Posted inWeather, Newsflash

Scattered Thunderstorms Are Moving into Georgia This Afternoon

by Thom ChandlerJuly 30, 2024July 30, 2024
Maria Gomez-Perez, missing for eight weeks from Gainesville, has been found safe in Dover, Ohio. The search ended when authorities apprehended Antonio Agustin, now held in the Tuscarawas County Jail on charges connected to Maria's disappearance.
Posted inCrime, Newsflash

A Closer Look at The Abduction of 12-Year-Old Maria Gomez-Perez

by Thom ChandlerJuly 28, 2024July 28, 2024
The Hall County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that Maria Gomez-Perez, the 12-year-old missing from Gainesville since May 29, has been found safe in another state. Maria is in good health, a relief to a community that has been on edge since her disappearance.
Posted inMissing, Newsflash

12-Year-Old Maria Gomez-Perez Has Been Found. She Was Missing for 2 Months

by Thom ChandlerJuly 26, 2024July 26, 2024
In a significant development in a missing person investigation, the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, with assistance from the Monroe County Sheriff's Office, has made a discovery that could bring closure to the disappearance of Gabriella Dixon, who has been missing since October.
Posted inCrime, Newsflash

Human Remains Found Today Are Believed To Be Gabriella Dixon

by Thom ChandlerJuly 24, 2024July 24, 2024

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