Georgia Representative Eric Bell invites you to celebrate the end of political squabbling with food trucks, music, and the chance to shake hands with people who write laws for a living. đ What We Know: Representative Eric Bell will host what he’s calling a “Sine Die block party” on Friday, April 4, 2025, from 1 […]
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CDC Layoffs Hit Atlanta as Thousands Face Unemployment
Layoffs started. Atlanta-based CDC employees received pink slips Tuesday as the Trump administration began cutting thousands of federal health jobs. đ„ Why It Matters: Atlanta residents working at the CDC now face unemployment during a major government restructuring that could impact the region’s economy and the nation’s ability to track diseases. đ What’s Happening: The […]
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David B Lay – 2025-04-01 02:32:09
The post about the lady being arrested for miscarriage is misleading she was arrested for what she did with the fetus afterwards ot wasn’t because of an abortion ban it was because she didn’t take the proper steps after she miscarried I can understand being in shock but to place it in a plastic bag […]
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Atlanta Wants to Support 30-Year-Old Businesses
Atlanta is creating its first program to help businesses that have operated in the city for 30 years or longer, offering grants and increased visibility through an online registry. “In a world that is rapidly changing, one thing remains constantâthe culture and character of our local legacy businesses,” said Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens. “These beloved […]
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Savannah’s New Splashpad Opens
A new splashpad featuring full automation and accessibility features opens April 1 at the Tatemville Community Center in Savannah. The $138,500 water feature includes zero-depth water safety and is fully ADA compliant, making it accessible to all residents. The splashpad will operate seven days a week from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. through October. The […]
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Georgia House Passes Transgender Sports Bill: How Will This Impact Georgians?
Controversial legislation banning transgender student athletes from participating in female sports in Georgia cleared the Republican-controlled state House of Representatives Monday. Senate Bill 1, which the Senate’s GOP majority passed early last month, passed the House 100-64 virtually along party lines. The legislation prohibits Georgia public school and college students from competing on teams that do […]
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Atlanta Man Gets Life Without Parole For Horrifying Sexual Assault
A jury delivered swift justice in a horrifying case of abduction and sexual assault that terrorized a young woman for over two hours in Atlanta. What We Know: Evariuel Martez Billings was convicted Thursday of kidnapping, aggravated sexual battery, aggravated sodomy, sexual battery, and fleeing police after a jury trial in DeKalb County. Judge Courtney […]
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Georgia Teen Arrested After Snapchat Threat Triggers Lockdown at Private School
Police arrested a 17-year-old student after a Snapchat photo containing a school shooting threat prompted a lockdown at North Cobb Christian School in Acworth this morning. What We Know: Acworth Police responded to North Cobb Christian School at 10:26 a.m. Monday after the FBI alerted them to a threatening Snapchat photo. The school immediately initiated […]
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Lucy McBath Suspends Campaign for Governor: Here’s Why
U.S. Rep. Lucy McBath is pausing her campaign for governor, citing her husband’s health. McBath, formed an exploratory committee early this month for a potential run for governor next year. But on Monday, she released a statement announcing her husband is recovering from cancer surgery. “I’m so grateful for everyone who has stood by my family […]
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Which Georgia Cities Have The Best and Worst Health Scores?
Atlanta is one of the healthiest places to live in Americaâat least according to a new report by WalletHub. But for Georgiaâs other major cities, the news isnât quite as bright. đ Whatâs Happening: WalletHub compared the 182 largest U.S. cities across 41 health-related factors. These included the number of physically active adults, access to […]