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🌡️ The Gist: A winter weather advisory is in effect for North Georgia with snow, sleet, and freezing rain anticipated through Tuesday morning.

Ice and Snow Alert: Hazardous Weather Conditions Descend on North Georgia

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 15, 2024January 15, 2024

Heavy rain

Heavy Rains Wash out Fouche Gap in Floyd County

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 9, 2024January 9, 2024

Close-Up Shot of Potato Chips

Georgia Man Severely Burned While Opening a Bag of Potato Chips with A Lighter

by Kelly PostJanuary 4, 2024January 4, 2024

⛄️ The Gist: A weather system is set to bring light snow showers to the mountainous regions of northern Georgia, with minimal accumulation expected.

Georgia Braces for First Snow of The Season

by Thom ChandlerDecember 29, 2023December 29, 2023

❄️ The Gist: Georgia is expected to experience snowfall with varying intensities, impacting travel and daily routines. As the system approaches, more details are emerging about the timeline and locations for snow.

When Is Snow Expected in Georgia This Week?

by Thom ChandlerDecember 28, 2023December 28, 2023

🚨 The Gist: On Christmas morning, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's home in Georgia was the target of a swatting attempt, an incident she's experienced multiple times before.

Crime

Marjorie Taylor Greene Swatted on Christmas: What We Know

by Thom ChandlerDecember 26, 2023December 26, 2023

"For 28 Christmases, the family of James Harris has carried the indescribable pain of not knowing the truth. There will not be a 29th Christmas because of Deanna, her team, and our law enforcement partners” said District Attorney Clayton M. Fuller.

Crime

Echoes of the Past: Cracking the 1994 James Harris Cold Case

by Kelly PostDecember 13, 2023December 13, 2023

🚗 The Gist: This morning, Georgia drivers faced hazardous conditions with icy roads in Bartow County and traffic incidents in Fulton and along I-75 South in Cherokee County.

Traffic & Transportation

Stuck in Traffic in Georgia This Morning? Here’s Why

by Thom ChandlerDecember 12, 2023December 12, 2023

🏫 The Gist: Georgia Governor Brian Kemp announced the approval of over $3 million in grants for establishing Walker Launch, a new College & Career Academy in Walker County to bolster workforce development and educational opportunities for students in the region.

A New College & Career Academy Is Coming to Walker County

by Thom ChandlerDecember 8, 2023December 8, 2023

🚨 The Gist: Eleven individuals were arrested in Haralson County following an extensive drug investigation involving multiple law enforcement agencies. The operation targeted a drug trafficking organization operating in several counties in Georgia and Alabama.

Crime

11 Arrested in Haralson County Drug Bust

by Thom ChandlerDecember 4, 2023December 6, 2023

Sean Patrick Cirillo of DeKalb County, faces federal charges for transmitting interstate threats aimed at Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene and her staff.

Crime

Federal Charges Brought Against Georgia Man for Threatening Marjorie Taylor Greene

by Hannah Grace HaggardNovember 13, 2023November 13, 2023

ATLANTA – Four Northwest Georgia counties have been declared natural disaster areas due to weeks of severe drought conditions. The declaration will allow farmers in Catoosa, Chattooga, Dade, and Walker counties to receive emergency credit from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Farm Service Agency (FSA). “As a seventh generation farmer, I know firsthand the impact

Four Drought-stricken Northwest Georgia Counties Declared Natural Disaster Areas

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceNovember 7, 2023November 7, 2023

Anthony Curt Duran, a 36-year-old Rome man, was charged with felony cruelty to children in the second degree, criminal negligence, and disorderly conduct. He is also charged with misdemeanor obstruction of law enforcement officers, according to authorities.

Crime

Georgia Man Accused of Forcing His 6-Year-old Stepson To Walk to School in Freezing Weather

by Hannah Grace HaggardNovember 3, 2023November 3, 2023

building, cologne, facade

$1 Billion Microsoft Data Center Campus Coming to Northwest Georgia

by Thom ChandlerOctober 30, 2023October 30, 2023

🏠 The Gist: Amidst the excitement of moving, many overlook the risk of falling prey to rental scams. The Rome Police Department recently offered some tips to help you avoid being scammed.

Crime

How to Spot Rental Scam Red Flags

by Thom ChandlerOctober 26, 2023October 26, 2023

👮 The Gist: A multi-agency operation led by the Northwest Georgia Drug Task Force resulted in eight arrests for drug-related charges at a Buchanan home located near an elementary school.

Crime

Drug House Near Elementary School Raided in Northwest Georgia

by Thom ChandlerOctober 21, 2023October 21, 2023

The Gist: The GBI is investigating a police shooting in Decatur. Initial reports indicate that a suspected wanted for shooting a police K9, Geoffrey Walker, was confronted by officers but failed to comply with their commands.

Crime

GBI: Police Kill Georgia Man Suspected of Shooting K9 Officer

by Thom ChandlerOctober 14, 2023October 14, 2023

The Georgia commit pulled off a nasty juke during Cass' game against Cartersville on Friday

High School Sports

High School Football: Sacovie White, UGA Wide Receiver Commit, Fools Tackler with Juke

by Zach ShuganOctober 7, 2023October 10, 2023