What’s Happening: On Feb. 15, 2025, James Wise was shot at least once in the upper body and found unresponsive just inside the front door of a home on the 1900 block of Cooney Circle in Augusta. He was pronounced dead at the scene that evening. More than a year later, Tyrule DaMario Tillman was […]
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Columbus man shot and killed by officers after shooting police dog
What happened: Columbus police were searching for 33-year-old Jerome Marquis Willis after he was reported leaving the scene of a homicide on June 23. Officers found Willis around 11:40 a.m. in a parking lot in the 3800 block of Baker Plaza Drive. Officers gave verbal commands. Police say Willis did not comply. Officers then released […]
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The Carroll County government has moved. Here’s where to find it
Your local government is making decisions that affect your roads, your taxes, your schools, and your community — and you have every right to be in the room when it happens. Here’s what’s new: The Carroll County Board of Commissioners has a new home at 423 College Street in Carrollton. That means a new address […]
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Cold Case: Carroll County man still missing after four years
Four years is a long time to wait for an answer that never comes. Christopher Evan Tarr was last seen June 22, 2022, in the area of Venable Road in Temple. Since that day, according to the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office, his family has been left with nothing but questions. On the four-year anniversary of […]
Posted inTraffic & Transportation
Crash knocks out traffic light at busy Fayetteville intersection
What happened: A collision at N. Glynn Street and W. Lanier Avenue, where Georgia Highway 85 and Georgia Highway 54 meet, took out the traffic signal. Police asked drivers to find another way around while crews cleared the scene and restored power to the light. What’s new: The signal was repaired and the intersection was […]
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Georgia lawmakers kick the can down the road again
The 2026 special session of the Georgia General Assembly may be remembered more for what did not happen than for what did. Gov. Brian Kemp called lawmakers back to the Capitol mainly to complete work they had left unfinished during their regular session last winter and spring. They had failed to address a looming deadline […]
Posted inIn The News
Neighbors sue Columbus in data center fight
A group of Upatoi-area landowners went to court Monday to stop a new Columbus zoning law that would allow a massive data center to be built next to their homes and farms. What’s happening: The suit, filed in Muscogee County Superior Court, names the City of Columbus, Mayor B.H. “Skip” Henderson III, and all 10 […]
Posted inWeather
ZERO VISIBILITY: Dense fog socks 9 Georgia counties
Patchy dense fog is making it hard to see across parts of far north Georgia Wednesday morning, with some spots dropping to less than a quarter mile of visibility. What’s Happening: A weather statement is in effect until 10 a.m. for nine counties: Dade, Walker, Catoosa, Whitfield, Murray, Fannin, Gilmer, Union, and Towns. The fog […]
Posted inSpecial Features
Why Quality Fasteners Matter More Than Ever in Modern Construction
Whether it’s a large commercial development, a residential renovation, or an infrastructure project, the smallest components often have the biggest impact. Fasteners may not be the most visible part of a build, but they play a critical role in ensuring strength, stability, and long-term performance. As construction standards continue to evolve, contractors and builders are […]
Posted inLaw
What Grieving Families Need to Know About the Hidden Delays That Slow Down a Settlement
Losing a loved one because a piece of machinery failed or a company cut corners is a heavy burden to carry. On top of the emotional weight, the sudden financial strain can quickly become overwhelming. Many people expect that when a tragedy is clearly someone else’s fault, the legal system will move quickly to help […]