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Georgia Commissioner of Labor Bruce Thompson died Sunday at the age of 59, eight months after being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer.

Georgia Labor Chief Bruce Thompson Dies at Age 59

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceNovember 25, 2024November 25, 2024

Georgia

Around Georgia: Hats Off to Involved Parents

by B.T. ClarkNovember 21, 2024November 21, 2024

Families across the nation have voted, and Helen, Georgia, is among the top choices for Thanksgiving road trips in 2024. This Bavarian-inspired mountain town ranks third nationally and leads the list for Georgia travelers, offering scenic charm, fall foliage, and a cozy holiday atmosphere.

What is Georgia’s Top Thanksgiving Road Trip Destination for 2024?

by B.T. ClarkNovember 21, 2024November 21, 2024

SmartAsset’s latest annual study reveals the wealthiest counties in Georgia, ranked by investment income, property values, and median income.

Georgia By The Numbers

What Are The 10 Wealthiest Counties in Georgia?

by B.T. ClarkNovember 11, 2024November 11, 2024

playground

Hall County Approves Inclusive Playground at Laurel Park

by Thom ChandlerOctober 28, 2024October 28, 2024

An 18-year-old South Carolina man has been charged with felony murder following the shooting death of a 15-year-old during a homecoming afterparty in Elberton.

Crime

South Carolina Teen Charged in Fatal Georgia Homecoming Party Shooting

by Thom ChandlerOctober 19, 2024October 19, 2024

On October 17, a Stephens County resident was cited for illegally possessing a female wolf kept as a pet. The wolf was captured and transferred to a permitted facility. Georgia's strict laws prohibit owning wild animals like wolves due to public safety concerns and the potential for disease spread.

Georgia Resident Fined For Keeping a Wolf as a Pet

by Thom ChandlerOctober 19, 2024October 19, 2024

A Barrow County grand jury has indicted 14-year-old Colt Gray and his father Colin Gray for a shooting at Apalachee High School, resulting in four deaths and numerous injuries. Colt faces 55 charges including murder, while Colin has 29 counts, linked to the firearm's purchase as a gift. Arraignment is set for November 21.

Crime, Newsflash

Shooter and Father Indicted in Apalachee High School Shooting

by Thom ChandlerOctober 17, 2024October 17, 2024

Former Habersham County School Resource Officer David Matthew Jackels, 47, was arrested by the GBI on charges of violating his oath and making false statements after an investigation into his interactions with students. The case will be forwarded to the District Attorney's office for prosecution, with tips from the public encouraged.

Crime

GBI Probe Leads to Arrest of Ex-Habersham County Resource Officer: What We Know

by Thom ChandlerOctober 13, 2024October 13, 2024

Tan and White Short Coat Dog Laying Down in a Brown Wooden Floor

23 Dogs Rescued From Gainesville Home

by Thom ChandlerOctober 11, 2024October 11, 2024

A fatal crash in Forsyth County claimed the life of a Utah woman and left her fiancé injured on Friday morning. The couple, who were in town for a wedding, were struck by a vehicle while walking on the sidewalk near the intersection of Majors Road and Ronald Reagan Boulevard.

Crime

Utah Woman Killed, Fiancé Injured in Forsyth County Crash While Visiting For a Wedding

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 23, 2024September 23, 2024

New details have emerged about the fatal crash that claimed the life of 72-year-old Julie Waters Lamb of Dawsonville on September 8. In addition to Lamb's death, two dogs that were in her vehicle at the time of the collision were also found dead at the scene.

Traffic & Transportation

New Details: Two Dogs Killed in Georgia 400 Crash That Killed 76-Year-Old Woman

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 11, 2024September 11, 2024

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Traffic & Transportation

72-Year-Old Georgia Woman Killed in Crash on Ga. 400

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 9, 2024September 9, 2024

The search for 46-year-old Kenneth Holland came to a sad end Sunday evening when his body was discovered in a remote area off Pearl Nix Parkway near Lake Lanier.

Body of Missing 46-Year-Old Georgia Man Found Near Lake Lanier

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 2, 2024September 2, 2024

At approximately 1:00 p.m. Sunday, a 66-year-old woman was rescued by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources Aviation Unit after she sustained an ankle injury while hiking at Panther Creek Falls in Habersham County.

Photos: Successful Helicopter Rescue in Chattahoochee National Forest

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 2, 2024September 2, 2024

A 59-year-old man was rescued from the depths of Tallulah Gorge on Saturday after suffering cardiac issues while hiking. The man, whose identity has not been released, had ventured to the bottom of the gorge when he experienced the medical emergency, rendering him unable to continue his hike.

Hiker Rescued from Tallulah Gorge Labor Day Weekend

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 1, 2024September 1, 2024

A weekend swim in Lake Lanier turned tragic for a Vinings man who drowned while trying to return to his boat.

Vinings Man Drowns in Lake Lanier on Labor Day Weekend

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 1, 2024September 1, 2024

A section of the Big Creek Greenway will be temporarily closed starting Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, to allow crews to assess the trail for potential modifications.

Part of Big Creek Greenway to Close in Forsyth County: Find Out Why

by Thom ChandlerAugust 30, 2024August 30, 2024