President Joe Biden called on Congress Thursday to pass a supplemental spending bill to aid victims of Hurricane Helene in Georgia and other Southeastern states. After touring storm damage from last week’s massive storm in South Georgia, Biden dismissed remarks earlier this week by U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., that there’s no need for […]
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Helene’s Death Toll in Georgia Reaches 33
About 270,000 customers in Georgia still were without electricity Thursday, six days after Hurricane Helene cut a destructive swath across the southeastern part of the state, down from 1.3 million at the storm’s peak. The death toll in Georgia now is up to at least 33, many from trees falling on their homes, Gov. Brian […]
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No Timetable for Cleanup After Chemical Fire at Conyers BioLab
Residents of Conyers remain uncertain as cleanup efforts drag on after a chemical fire at a BioLab facility in Rockdale County. The fire, sparked by a chlorine-related chemical reaction, has raised significant health and safety concerns, with officials yet to offer a clear timeline for the site’s remediation. 🔥 Why It Matters: This isn’t just […]
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2-Year-Old Boy in Critical Condition After DeKalb County Shooting
A 2-year-old boy is fighting for his life after being shot Wednesday evening in DeKalb County. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident that left the child with severe injuries. 🚨 What’s Happening: ⚠️ Between the Lines: The details surrounding how the child was shot remain unclear, and authorities have not released further information […]
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88-Year-Old Man Killed in Hit-and-Run in Mitchell County
An urgent appeal for information has been issued by the Georgia State Patrol after an 88-year-old man was killed in a hit-and-run accident in Mitchell County. Investigators are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying the driver involved in the deadly crash that took place on Mount Olive Road on the evening of September 20, […]
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Experts Say Not to Order Pumpkin Spice at a Drive-thru: Here’s Why
It’s officially pumpkin spice season, and everyone is looking forward to ordering the seasonal drink that’s returned to coffee stores nationwide. There have been 683k Google searches for ‘pumpkin spice’ in the past month alone, an 186% monthly increase, showing the drink is soaring in demand as fall approaches. However, Motoring experts from Nationwide Vehicle […]
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Longshoremen’s Strike Closes Georgia Ports
The ports of Savannah and Brunswick were closed for a second day Wednesday, the result of a longshoremen’s strike affecting ports along the East and Gulf coasts from Maine to Texas. The International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) is seeking a significant pay raise from the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX), a shipping industry group representing terminal […]
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Family of 3 Found Dead in Savannah: Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Suspected
A family of three was found dead in their Savannah home on Tuesday, with investigators suspecting carbon monoxide poisoning. 🚨 What’s Happening: The Chatham County Coroner’s Office is currently investigating the deaths of Arbelio Reyes, 41, Febiola Setina, 39, and their 13-year-old son Oswaldo Reyes. 🔍 Between the Lines: Gas generators, while useful in emergencies, […]