A cold front is bringing cloudier weather and cooler temperatures to the state. Expect highs in the lower 70s in the north and 80s in the south, with gusty winds up to 30 mph anticipated. The weekend will see pleasant conditions, while Election Day remains mostly dry. Rain chances increase late next week.
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Georgia 17-Year-Old Arrested After Being Found Hiding Under a 12-Year-Old Girl’s Bed
A 17-year-old boy has been arrested in Statesboro for allegedly hiding under a 12-year-old girl’s bed. Police actions stem from a report made by the girl’s parent, who suspected inappropriate contact between her daughter and the teen. The Statesboro Police Department received the call and dispatched officers to the family’s home. Following the parent’s notification, […]
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Attack Ads Fly in Final Days of Chatham County Elections
In the frenetic weeks leading up to Tuesday’s general election, outside political action committees have spent approximately a quarter of a million dollars on two of Chatham County’s most closely-watched races. Safer Georgia spent $148,858 in October on fliers and video ads that assail incumbent Chatham County District Attorney Shalena Cook Jones and fellow Democrat […]
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Here Are The Suspects Wanted in Richmond County This Week
Richmond County law enforcement is actively seeking five individuals accused of charges ranging from theft and cruelty to children to making false statements. These suspects, wanted on felony charges, remain at large as authorities ask the public for any information that may lead to their capture. The Suspects: • Dawnisha Shelice Johnson is wanted for […]
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Halloween Traffic Delays Begin Early in Fulton County
Fulton County drivers are already seeing Halloween-related traffic issues, as two right lanes on I-20 West at Martin Luther King Jr. Drive were blocked just around 1 p.m. due to a crash. Authorities report that the blocked lanes are causing significant delays in an already busy area. Just The Facts: • Two right lanes are […]
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Spotlight on Construction: New Equipment Trends That Drive Efficiency
As construction demands grow more complex and timelines tighten, efficiency has become the cornerstone of successful projects. New equipment innovations are transforming how construction companies approach productivity, cost savings, and sustainability on-site. Here’s a look at the top equipment trends reshaping construction, with a focus on specific tools, such as screeners and telehandlers, that are […]
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Bird Flu Was Found in a Pig For The First Time
The USDA reported the first case of H5N1 bird flu in a pig at a farm in Crook County, Oregon, which has now been quarantined. Officials confirmed no risk to the national food supply or human health. Ongoing tests aim to assess the situation and enhance farm biosecurity measures.
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Man Found Dead on Lumpkin Road in Augusta
An investigation is ongoing in Augusta after deputies found a man dead on Lumpkin Road, showing signs of blunt force trauma. The body was discovered on October 31, 2024, at 7:15 a.m. The sheriff’s office has not yet released the man’s identity, and more updates are expected.
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Fatal Crash on Powers Ferry Road Leaves Marietta Resident Dead
A fatal crash on Powers Ferry Road in Cobb County resulted in one death and one hospitalization. A 2010 Toyota Camry veered into oncoming traffic, left the road, and hit a tree. Authorities seek information from witnesses to aid the investigation. Victims’ names have not been released.