A tractor-trailer accident on I-75 North caused major delays earlier today near Exit 269, Ernest J. Barrett Parkway. The wreck forced officials to shut down all northbound lanes, backing up traffic for miles. What Happened: Cobb County Police reported that a tractor-trailer overturned on I-75 North just past Barrett Parkway, completely blocking the roadway. Crews […]
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Georgia Wants More Prison Time for Trafficking Fentanyl
People caught with a quarter gram of fentanyl would face one to five years in prison if a measure that passed the Georgia Senate Wednesday goes on to become law. It’s a tiny amount, but it’s enough to kill 120 people, said Sen. Russ Goodman, R-Cogdell, in explaining why he sponsored Senate Bill 79. The […]
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Firefighter Injured in Valdosta Apartment Fire
A late-night fire at a Valdosta apartment complex forced seven people from their homes Tuesday. The Details: Firefighters arrived at 2313 N. Barack Obama Blvd. at 11:49 p.m. to find flames coming from a second-story unit. Crews contained the blaze and confirmed no one was inside. The fire started because of improperly discarded smoking material, […]
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Brookhaven Acquires Former DeKalb Services Center in Brookhaven Park
The City of Brookhaven has finalized an agreement to acquire the former DeKalb Services Center building, marking the last step in the city’s full control of Brookhaven Park. The move comes as Claratel Behavioral Health, which operates in the building, prepares to relocate to a new facility with improved amenities. “This is a win-win,” Mayor […]
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Understanding Senate Bill 68: Implications for Personal Injury Claims in Georgia
Senate Bill 68 (SB 68) has introduced important changes to personal injury laws in Georgia. These changes affect both plaintiffs and defendants in injury claims. Whether you are an accident victim or a business owner concerned about liability, understanding these legal adjustments can affect your rights and responsibilities. This bill revises statutes concerning liability, comparative […]
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Marjorie Taylor Greene Says Federal Workers Don’t Deserve Their Jobs
Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene is raising eyebrows once again, this time due to her disdain for some of her own constituents. What’s Happening: On Tuesday, Representative Greene made remarks suggesting that federal employees are undeserving of their salaries. This statement has sparked discussions about her stance toward federal workers, including those in her own district. […]
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Motorcyclist Dies in Late-night Crash on Bobby Jones Expressway
A motorcyclist lost his life Sunday night after losing control of his bike on Bobby Jones Expressway in Augusta. The Details: Richmond County Sheriff’s deputies found a man in the grassy median on the eastbound side of Bobby Jones Expressway around 11 p.m. on February 25. The crash happened between Laney Walker Boulevard and Doug […]
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March Weather in Georgia: What to Expect
Georgia residents will soon enjoy consistent springlike temperatures after a February filled with storms and flooding across the Southeast. AccuWeather meteorologists predict steady warm weather will settle across Georgia and the Southeast after March 10, following two more storms expected through next weekend. 🌡️ What We Know: The stormy pattern that brought heavy rain and […]
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Georgia Looks to Retired Teachers to Solve Teacher Shortage
Georgia public schools were short 5,300 teachers as of December, an ongoing problem state lawmakers have been unable to fix. They have a new proposed solution, but it would take awhile to put in place: let more retired teachers return to the classroom with both pay and pensions. Senate Bill 150 would allow former teachers […]
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Understanding Georgia’s High Car Accident Rate: Causes and Legal Rights
Georgia saw nearly 400,000 car accidents in 2023, making it the state with the third-highest number of road accidents after Texas and California. This is significant, considering the state has over 8.85 million licensed drivers. Road accidents are more than just statistics. More road accidents mean more deaths, injuries, and financial losses, which put additional […]
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Trump Mandates Federal Workers Go Back to the Office. MARTA Wants to do the Driving
Thousands of federal employees returned to downtown Atlanta offices this week, and MARTA wants them to leave their cars at home. 🚇 What We Know: Federal agencies now require staff to work in-person full-time under President Trump’s new mandate. The shift ends remote and hybrid work arrangements that began during COVID. “Let MARTA do the […]
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Georgia Supreme Court Chief Justice Resigns
Chief Justice Michael P. Boggs announced today that he will resign from the Supreme Court of Georgia effective March 31, 2025, which is the last day of the Court’s current term. He plans to return to private practice in South Georgia. In his hand-delivered letter of resignation to Gov. Brian Kemp, Chief Justice Boggs noted his 25 […]
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4-Year-Old Zariyah Smith Has Been Missing for Five Days in Columbus
A 4-year-old girl has been missing from Columbus since February 20, with authorities now classifying her disappearance as critical. The Details: Zariyah Smith was last seen on February 20 in the 300 block of Urban Avenue. Her disappearance wasn’t reported until February 25, five days after she went missing. The young girl has brown eyes […]
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Police Seek Public’s Help to Identify Albany Burglar
A burglar targeted a North Westover Boulevard convenience store last week, and Albany police need your help to catch them. The Details: Albany Police Department investigators released a surveillance photo of a person who allegedly committed burglary at Woodall’s at 402 N. Westover Blvd. on January 9. The department has not released details about what […]
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Holy Grail Brands for Serums
You want the best for your skin. These brands have it. Discover which top four brands have been deemed the holy grail for serums.
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Mexican Cartel Leader Extradited to Georgia on Drug Trafficking Charges
Omar Cuenca-Marino, the alleged leader of Mexico’s Los Rojos drug cartel, now faces federal charges in Georgia after being extradited to the United States. The 41-year-old Mexican national is accused of orchestrating the importation of massive quantities of methamphetamine, cocaine, and heroin into the U.S. The Details: Cuenca-Marino was arraigned before Chief U.S. Magistrate Judge […]
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Delta Flight Makes Emergency Landing in Atlanta After Smoke Fills The Plane
A Delta flight headed to Columbia, South Carolina made an emergency landing Monday after smoke filled the cabin shortly after takeoff from Atlanta. 🚨 Why It Matters: The incident raises serious questions about aircraft safety and emergency protocols that affect thousands of daily travelers passing through Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport. ✈️ What Happened: 🌎 The […]
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Rain Chances Diminish: Georgia’s Updated Weekly Forecast
Georgians can expect a week of dry conditions and comfortable temperatures as rain chances continue to diminish across the state. ☀️ The Forecast: Georgia residents will enjoy mostly dry weather for the next 7 days. Thursday carries a small 35% chance of light rain, but meteorologists say those chances are trending downward. Temperatures remain mild […]
