A man was shot in the chest early Saturday near Ann Street and West Bay Street in Savannah. What’s Happening: Officers arrived around 12:15 a.m. after reports of a shooting and found an adult male with a gunshot wound to his chest. What’s Important: He was given first aid on scene and taken to Memorial […]
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Charges dropped against teens in prank that ended in death of Hall County teacher
The students charged in the accidental death of a beloved Hall County teacher will not face prosecution — and the teacher’s own family pushed hardest for that outcome. Why It Matters: Jason Hughes’ death shook the North Hall community to its core. Now, the legal chapter is closing in a way his family says he […]
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Could Georgia get snow in mid-March?
Snow has entered the chat. A cold front could bring a brief mix of rain and snow showers to the Atlanta area Monday night, the National Weather Service in Peachtree City says. What’s Happening: The forecast calls for a slight chance of rain and snow showers before 8 p.m. Monday night. Temperatures are expected to […]
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Safety Alert: Man attacks woman in Cherokee County Kroger bathroom
Cherokee County sheriff’s deputies are asking for the public’s help identifying a man who followed a woman into a restroom at a Kroger grocery store and tried to assault her. What’s Happening: It happened Tuesday night around 10:20 p.m. at the Kroger on Cumming Highway in the Macedonia community. The woman said she was inside […]
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Gwinnett County man found shot dead in crashed car
A man was found dead from a gunshot wound Friday night after his car crashed into another vehicle on Spruce Circle in unincorporated Snellville. What’s Happening: Gwinnett County Police officers arrived at the 2900 block of Spruce Circle around 10:05 p.m. after a caller reported a crash and an unconscious driver. When they got there, […]
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Macon free literacy workshops start March 24
The Macon-Bibb Mayor’s Literacy Alliance is offering a free six-session workshop series for families starting Tuesday, March 24. Registration is open now, but space is limited. What’s Happening: The Family Learning & Empowerment Literacy Series runs from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. across six evenings in March and May. Most sessions are at the Bibb County […]
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Tybee Island Irish Heritage celebration Saturday
Tybee Island’s annual Irish Heritage celebration is set for this Saturday, coming just before Savannah’s larger St. Patrick’s Day events. What’s Happening: The Tybee Island Police Department says thousands of visitors are expected on the island this weekend. Roads along the parade route are expected to close between 2 and 2:30 p.m. What’s Important: Police […]
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DeKalb Grocery Store Groper arrested
DeKalb County Police have arrested a 27-year-old man accused of inappropriately touching strangers at grocery stores across the county over several months. What’s Happening: Jerome Grogan was taken into custody and transported to DeKalb County Jail. He faces three counts of sexual battery and one count of possession of a firearm by a first-time offender, […]
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Reynolds collecting donations for Marshville tornado victims
The City of Reynolds is collecting supplies for people affected by tornado damage in the nearby community of Marshville. What’s Happening: The city is accepting donations at Reynolds City Hall during normal business hours and at the Reynolds Police Department. What’s Needed: The city is asking for bottled water, non-perishable food, toiletries, cleaning supplies, and […]
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Houston County deputy rams fleeing car to end chase
A Houston County Sheriff’s Office lieutenant rammed a fleeing vehicle Thursday morning to stop a car chase that started with an aggravated assault call in Warner Robins. What’s Happening: The Houston County Sheriff’s Office responded to help the Warner Robins Police Department after an aggravated assault call turned into a vehicle pursuit. What We Know: […]
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Unlicensed Roswell senior care home shut down after elderly residents were found sleeping in a shed
Roswell police arrested a 58-year-old woman and removed 10 adults from an unlicensed personal care home on March 11 after an investigation that started with a missing person call in early January. What’s Happening: Deborah Callaway was arrested at 1090 Worthington Hills Drive after the Roswell Police Department served a search warrant at the home. […]
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3 Tornadoes tear through Central Georgia
Three tornadoes ripped through Central Georgia early Thursday morning, leaving a trail of destroyed homes, downed trees, and injured residents across multiple counties. Why It Matters: If you live in Macon County, Bibb County, or Peach and Houston Counties, this storm hit close to home — and the damage is serious enough that some neighbors […]
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Rip current warning in effect for Georgia and Florida beaches today
Dangerous rip currents are affecting beaches along the Southeast Georgia and Northeast Florida coasts through this evening, according to the National Weather Service. What’s Happening: The warning covers beaches in Coastal Glynn and Coastal Camden counties in Georgia, along with several Florida counties including Coastal Nassau, Coastal Duval, Coastal Flagler, and parts of St. Johns […]
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Something happened during dismissal at Murphey Middle School. Now a teacher is being investigated
A teacher at Murphey Middle School has been placed on administrative leave after an incident on campus during dismissal Tuesday. What’s Happening: Principal Dr. Bettina M. Kyler sent a letter to families Thursday saying the school opened a formal investigation in coordination with authorities after the incident. What’s Important: The letter does not describe what […]
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Top Organization Tricks for Homeowners
Keeping a home in order can feel like a never-ending battle against clutter and disorganization. From piled-up paperwork to overflowing closets, the quest for a tidy living space is a common challenge. Fortunately, with the right strategies and a bit of effort, maintaining a well-organized home is entirely achievable. Discover the top organizational tricks that […]
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Columbus residents fight plan to build a huge data center in their backyard
For Kim Hicks, the choice to build on McKee Road 26 years ago was deliberate. She and her husband wanted rural life — space for their boys to grow up in the woods, to splash in Kindle Creek, to know their neighbors. Earlier this week, she stood before the Columbus City Council and asked them […]
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Georgia Supreme Court sides with Milton in deadly planter crash case
The Georgia Supreme Court ruled Thursday that the City of Milton is shielded from a $32.5 million jury verdict tied to the 2016 death of Joshua Chang, a college student killed when his car left the road and struck a concrete planter on the shoulder of Batesville Road. What’s Happening: The court vacated lower court […]
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Marietta Chick-fil-A reopens after renovation
A Chick-fil-A in Marietta has reopened after being closed down for renovations at its MacLand Crossing location. What’s Happening: The restaurant at 2005 MacLand Crossing Circle SW updated its dining room interior and service layout. Seth Cathy, grandson of Chick-fil-A founder S. Truett Cathy, attended a ribbon-cutting alongside Cobb County District 4 Commissioner Monique Sheffield, […]
