D’Andrius Brown, 30, was discovered dead Sunday morning at Macon State Prison, according to Macon County Coroner Eddie Hosley. Why It Matters: When deaths occur in state custody, questions about prison conditions and inmate safety arise. This incident raises concerns about oversight and security within Georgia’s prison system. What’s Happening: Officials have not released information […]
Written in the Stars: Your Weekly Horoscope For March 24-30
Solar Eclipse and New Moon in Aries (March 29): On March 29, a New Moon coincides with a partial solar eclipse in Aries, marking a period ripe for new beginnings and bold initiatives. Start new projects– write the book you’ve been wanting to write, plant the seeds you bought, and pick up crocheting for the […]
Pollen Skyrockets in Georgia
Your car isn’t yellow from sunshine, folks. Georgia’s pollen count just exploded to a whopping 3,028, with trees leading the sneeze-inducing parade. 🌳 What We Know: Trees are the primary culprits in today’s respiratory nightmare, showing extremely high levels on March 24. Grass pollen remains mercifully low, while weeds are hanging out in the moderate […]
Gwinnett Animal Shelter is at Capacity And Needs Urgent Help
The Bill Atkinson Animal Welfare Center in Lawrenceville is calling for community support as the shelter faces critical overcrowding. “Some animals that enter the center need a little extra care before they’re ready to find their adoptive home,” said Katrina Helman, Gwinnett Animal Welfare and Enforcement Division Director. “Fostering is a great way to make […]
Georgia Drivers Paying More at the Pump as Gas Prices Creep Up Again
If you’ve noticed your wallet feeling a little lighter after a fill-up, you’re not imagining it. Gas prices across Georgia are creeping back up. Right now, drivers are shelling out an average of $2.94 for a gallon of regular unleaded. That’s five cents more than last week, but still a break compared to last year […]
Because She Lived, It Is Well With My Soul: A Tribute to My Mom
I awoke on the morning of my birthday to the text message every son and daughter dreads. It was from my dad. “Son, your mom may not make it through the day.” The end has been near for two months, but my mom has always been a fighter. Alas, one can only battle the sands […]
Georgia Man Arrested for Human Trafficking and Pimping a 20-Year-Old
Clayton County authorities arrested 40-year-old Brandon Pritchett today on charges of human trafficking, pimping, and keeping a place of prostitution. The arrest follows an investigation by the Clayton County Police Department Human Trafficking Unit, which discovered a 20-year-old Atlanta woman had allegedly been victimized since November 2024. Sheriff Levon Allen activated what he calls the […]
Venezuelan Gang Member Arrested in Cobb County for Chicago Murders
A high-ranking member of the Venezuelan street gang Tren De Aragua was arrested yesterday in Cobb County, Georgia, in connection with a January triple shooting in Chicago that left two women dead. What We Know: Ricardo Gonzales faces charges of kidnapping, two counts of first-degree murder, and attempted first-degree murder. According to authorities, Gonzales allegedly […]
Teen Dies in Shooting at Buford House Party
A young man was shot and killed early this morning at a house party in Buford, leaving Gwinnett County police searching for answers and a community in mourning. What We Know: Officers from the Northside Precinct rushed to 2715 Brown Road at approximately 2:09 a.m. after receiving reports of a shooting. When police arrived, they […]
Storms Ahead For Georgia on Sunday
Mother Nature clearly wants the last word on your weekend plans. 🌩️ What We Know: Forecasters at the National Weather Service in Peachtree City warn that storms could sweep across Georgia tomorrow afternoon, bringing the possibility of hail and winds strong enough to rearrange your lawn furniture. While the main severe weather bulls-eye targets areas […]