A truck driver is facing multiple charges after a hit and run crash that pushed a car through two busy intersections in Gwinnett County. Just The Facts: The Details: Authorities say the crash could have been much worse. The driver of the silver car was able to walk away without injuries and immediately contacted police. […]
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Aerospace Company Lands in Roswell
Roswell city officials announced today that PBS Aerospace will be making its new North American home in Roswell. PBS Aerospace is a designer and manufacturer of world-class small turbojet engines. The company will invest up to $20 million to establish its North American headquarters, manufacturing, and research and development operations in Roswell. “This is a […]
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Georgia Residents Wake Up to Dense Fog
🌫 What’s Happening: A Dense Fog Advisory is in effect across central, eastern, and southern Georgia until mid-morning. Visibility is expected to drop to a quarter-mile or less, making travel conditions dangerous. 🚗 What You Need to Know: 🌤 What’s Next: The fog is expected to clear by late morning as temperatures rise. However, drivers […]
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You’re Not Very Bright, But Your Headlights Sure Are
Let’s talk about people who insist on driving around with their high beams on like they’re lighting the way for lost travelers. Before you ask—no, this isn’t about those retina-searing LED headlights that make you feel like you just looked directly into an exploding supernova. That’s a rant for another day. This column is about […]
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Latino Protestors Speak Out: ‘They Love Our Cheap Labor, But They Don’t Love Our People’
On Wednesday night in Hall County, Ga., hundreds from the Latino community gathered to support each other and speak out against recent federal immigration policy changes. Protestors called for an end to the Trump administration’s expedited removal policy, which has put many of their family members, or themselves, at risk of deportation. Under expedited removal, […]
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Sofi Gratas | GPB News
Sofi Gratas covers rural health and health care for GPB. She joined GPB in June 2022 as a Report for America Corps member. Based in Macon, her coverage area includes Middle and South Georgia. Her focus is on the crisis facing rural communities that consistently rank near the bottom nationwide in health and health care. […]
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Groundhog Day 2025: Did Georgia’s Groundhog General Beauregard Lee See His Shadow?
For Georgians hoping for an early spring, the groundhog had bad news. General Beauregard Lee saw his shadow this morning, signaling six more weeks of winter for the Peach State. 📅 What’s Happening: The annual Groundhog Day tradition drew spectators eager to see whether Lee would declare winter’s end or its extension. This year, the […]
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Scooter Rider Injured in Richmond County Hit and Run Crash
A scooter rider is recovering after being hit by a truck that never stopped. Now, Richmond County deputies are asking for help finding the driver. 🚨 Why It Matters: Leaving the scene of an accident isn’t just reckless—it’s a felony if there are injuries. A driver made the decision to flee instead of helping someone […]
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Georgia Temperatures Will Skyrocket to 25 Degrees Above Average in February
While the groundhog will have his day tomorrow, human forecasters have already declared an early spring in Georgia. A burst of warmth is sweeping across Georgia, with temperatures well above average for early February. Residents should expect highs in the 70s in north Georgia and low 80s in central Georgia, the first half of February. […]
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Man Shot on East Bolton Street in Savannah
A man is recovering after being shot Wednesday evening in Savannah. Police are searching for answers, but so far, no arrests have been made. 🚨 What’s Happening: Savannah Police responded to reports of gunfire around 6:30 p.m. in the 1000 block of East Bolton Street. When officers arrived, they found an adult male suffering from […]