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The January 6 insurrection at the U.S. Capitol, a stark assault on America's democratic heart, hits closer to home than many Georgians might realize. A detailed analysis of the defendants from Georgia reveals a surprising and unsettling truth: the insurrectionists weren't just a distant group of agitators, but in many cases, they were our neighbors, coming from communities just like ours.

Crime

The Insurrectionist Nextdoor: A Closer Look at Georgia’s January 6 Suspects

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 12, 2024

As North Georgia prepares for a tempestuous Friday, with forecasts predicting strong winds, heavy rains, and potential tornadoes, the roads beckon with danger. AAA dvises against travel during this storm, and reminds drivers of a startling statistic from the Federal Highway Administration: 75% of weather-related vehicle crashes happen on wet pavement, and 47% occur during rainfall.

News You Can Use

How to Drive Safely During A Storm

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 12, 2024January 12, 2024

Brian Kemp

Your Government

WATCH: Here’s What Brian Kemp Said During His 2024 State of The State Address

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 11, 2024January 11, 2024

🔑 The Gist: Georgia Governor Brian Kemp recently outlined a comprehensive plan for Georgia's economic development, emphasizing job creation, healthcare workforce expansion, right-to-work policies, and substantial infrastructure and education investments.

Your Government

Kemp Unveils Bold Economic and Educational Blueprint for Georgia’s Future

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 10, 2024January 10, 2024

🌦️ The Gist: Georgia faces some of its famous unpredictable winter weather for the remainder of the week, including frost, showers, and thunderstorms, as per the National Weather Service.

Georgia Weather: Freezing Rain and Thunderstorms Continue the Rest of The Week

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 10, 2024January 10, 2024

Police officers SWAT

Your Government

Will Georgia Lawmakers Tackle Swatting After Several Elected Officials Were Victims?

by T.A. DeFeo | The Center SquareJanuary 9, 2024January 9, 2024

Seven Georgia school districts will receive nearly $60 million in federal funding for new electric and low-emission buses.

Georgia School Districts Are Getting New Electric Buses: Is Your School District One of Them?

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceJanuary 9, 2024January 9, 2024

Each year, a crucial event known as the legislative session unfolds at the state capitol, profoundly impacting the lives of Georgia residents. But what exactly is this session, and why should you, as a Georgia resident, care?

Your Government

What Is the Legislative Session in Georgia and Why Should You Care About It?

by Kelly PostJanuary 9, 2024January 9, 2024

🌀 The Details: As the severe weather, characterized by thunderstorms and high winds, moves across Georgia, Georgia Power has deployed teams to address the resulting power outages. The company is prioritizing the restoration of power for customers affected by the storm. They are working around the clock in the aftermath of the storm to ensure that power is restored as quickly and safely as possible.

Here’s What Georgia Power Is Doing During Today’s Severe Weather

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 9, 2024January 9, 2024

Georgia lawmakers from both parties have been meeting over the break to discuss how the state should react to the rapidly evolving technology. Lt. Gov. Burt Jones presiding over the Senate in 2023. Ross Williams/Georgia Recorder

Representing You

Georgia Lawmakers Are Back at It: Here’s how They Will Be Spending Their Time and Your Money

by Jill Nolin | Georgia Recorder and Ross Williams | Georgia RecorderJanuary 8, 2024January 8, 2024

🌧️ The Gist: North and Central Georgia face multiple hazardous weather warnings, including potential freezing rain, severe thunderstorms, and high wind gusts, impacting the region from January 8 to January 10, 2024.

Freezing Rain, Thunderstorms, and High Winds Expected Throughout Georgia

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 8, 2024January 8, 2024

🌳 In Context: This weather event follows a pattern of increased severe weather activity during this time of the year. The forecast regions include areas that have historically been prone to such severe weather occurrences, as depicted in the Severe Weather Outlook from the National Weather Service.

Severe Weather Threat Looms Over Georgia

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 7, 2024January 7, 2024

An Athens man is scheduled to be sentenced next month for his role in the Jan. 6 insurrection at the U.S. Capitol.

Crime

These Are The 22 Georgians Charged in The January 6 Attack

by Orlando Montoya | GPBJanuary 6, 2024January 7, 2024

(The Center Square) — A new analysis found 1.4 million people across Georgia lived in food-insecure households from 2020-22 and the state saw one of the highest rates for children in the country who were food insecure.

Georgia By The Numbers

Analysis: 1.4M Georgia residents live in food-insecure households

by T.A. DeFeo | The Center SquareJanuary 6, 2024January 6, 2024

The Waffle House Wannabe: In Riverdale, a cunning caper unfolded at a local Waffle House, where a woman with a flair for the dramatic decided to take role-playing to a new level. She donned the iconic Waffle House hat and seamlessly blended in as an employee. After a brief two-hour "shift," she made a grand exit, not with waffles, but with a fistful of cash from the register. Talk about taking the term "short-order cook" literally.

Only in Georgia: A Waffle House Wannabe, a Thrift Store Shocker, and Other Odd News

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 5, 2024

🚗 The Gist: During the Christmas and New Year’s holiday periods, a total of 24 fatal traffic crashes were reported in Georgia, leading to the loss of 24 lives. Georgia State Patrol and local law enforcement agencies conducted extensive traffic activities.

Traffic & Transportation

Georgia’s Holiday Traffic Toll: 24 Lives Lost in Car Crashes

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 4, 2024

🌩️ The Gist: Georgia faces significant weather disruptions as two major storms sweep across the United States. The first storm, bringing snow and ice, targets the Northeast, while the second, forecasted to bring heavy rain and thunderstorms, impacts Georgia and the Gulf Coast.

Yes, a Massive Winter Storm Is Moving Through the U.S. No, Georgia Won’t Get Snow

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 4, 2024January 4, 2024

📈 The Gist: Georgia employees worked a staggering 1.7 billion more unpaid overtime hours in 2023 compared to the previous year, according to a recent study by Rebel’s Guide to Project Management.

Georgia’s Unpaid Overtime Skyrockets: Workers Clocked 1.7 Billion More Hours in 2023

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 4, 2024January 4, 2024