The family of Erman Preston Hendricks Jr., who was stabbed to death in an unprovoked attack while he was sleeping near Atlanta City Hall, is demanding answers as they piece together the final days of their loved one’s life. Hendricks, 54, was discovered with fatal stab wounds in the early hours of December 14, but […]
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Fani Willis Removed from Trump Case
(The Center Square) – The Georgia Court of Appeals has removed Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis from prosecuting the election interference case against former president Donald Trump and others. The court did not dismiss the indictment, saying in its opinion issued Thursday: “While this is the rare case in which DA Willis and her […]
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Around Georgia: Road and Holiday Closures
Road and Parking Closures Scheduled in Norcross Today: Drivers and residents in Norcross should prepare for road and parking closures Thursday, Dec. 19, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wingo Street will be closed between Jones Street and Rakestraw Street. Parking will also be unavailable on Wingo Street, in the Betty Mauldin Park lot, and […]
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Brookhaven Halts Google Fiber: Here’s Why
Brookhaven has temporarily halted Google Fiber installations following safety issues, Mayor John Park announced. The city cited a gas main rupture near an elementary school during school hours as the latest in a series of troubling incidents tied to the project. What’s Happening: A citywide stop work order was issued on Dec. 14 after a […]
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Man Arrested After Fatal Dog Attack in Augusta
The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office has arrested Charles David Blackwell, a 55-year-old resident of Augusta, on charges of involuntary manslaughter following a deadly dog attack on Ira Road. Just the Facts: • Deputies responded to a report of a dog attack on the 3500 block of Ira Road at 10:29 a.m. on Dec. 18, 2024. […]
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Pedestrian Killed in Hit-and-Run in Bibb County
A woman was struck and killed by a vehicle late Wednesday night near Rose’s Shopping Center on Pio Nono Avenue in Macon, prompting an investigation by the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. Just the Facts: • The incident occurred at approximately 10:25 p.m. on Pio Nono Avenue near Rose’s Shopping Center. • Deputies found a woman […]
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Woman Killed in Dog Attack in Richmond County
A woman lost her life Wednesday morning after being attacked by two dogs on Ira Road in Richmond County. Just The Facts: Deputies from the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office were called to the 3500 block of Ira Road at 10:29 a.m. on Dec. 18 in response to reports of a dog attack. Upon arrival, authorities […]
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Supreme Court to Decide If TikTok Ban Violates Free Speech
The U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to hear a case that will decide if banning TikTok and other apps under a federal law violates the First Amendment, which protects free speech. What’s Happening: The case focuses on the Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act, which aims to block apps tied to foreign governments. […]
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Georgia Power is Hiking Rates Again Next Month: What You Need to Know
Georgia energy regulators have signed off on a 3.5% rate increase for customers of Georgia Power. Members of the state Public Service Commission (PSC) unanimously approved the increase Tuesday, which will raise average residential customer bills by $5.48 per month. The rate hike is the latest of a series of increases the PSC has granted […]
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Public Safety Alert: Missing 13-year-old in Jackson County
Jackson County authorities are asking for help locating 13-year-old Jordan McCreery, who has been reported missing after walking away from West Jackson Middle School. Just The Facts: • Jordan McCreery is a 13-year-old white male, standing 5’5”. • He was last seen wearing a white Adidas jacket, a red T-shirt, and black shorts. • He […]
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Heat-Related Illnesses Rise Sharply on Hot Days
A new report from the Workers Compensation Research Institute shows heat-related illnesses, including heat exhaustion and heat stroke, occur seven times more often on days when temperatures exceed 90 degrees Fahrenheit compared to days with temperatures between 75 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit. The report, released in the dead of winter, analyzed workplace injury data to […]
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How Long Will The Fog Last Today?
A Dense Fog Advisory is in effect across all of North and Central Georgia, lasting until 11 a.m. Visibility has dropped below half a mile, creating hazardous driving conditions. There have already been reports of travel disruptions and accidents. What You Need to Know • Hazard: Dense fog reducing visibility to less than half a […]
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Barry Loudermilk Accuses Liz Cheney of Witness Tampering
Georgia Rep. Barry Loudermilk released a report Tuesday claiming that former Rep. Liz Cheney and the January 6th Select Committee mishandled their investigation into the 2021 Capitol attack. Loudermilk, who leads the House Administration Subcommittee on Oversight, also accused federal agencies of security failures, intelligence lapses, and obstructing inquiries into key aspects of the events. […]
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Trump Picks Herschel Walker As Ambassador to The Bahamas
Herschel Walker, a UGA sports icon and former U.S. Senate candidate, has been nominated by former President Donald Trump to serve as U.S. Ambassador to the Bahamas. What’s Happening: Walker, a Heisman Trophy winner and NFL Hall of Famer, has been a prominent figure in both sports and public service. Trump’s announcement praised Walker for […]
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Feds Sue City of Brunswick Over Trying to Close Church Homeless Shelter
The Justice Department is suing the city of Brunswick for trying to close a homeless shelter. The federal suit charges the city with violating the federal Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Persons Act through its efforts to interfere with and permanently close The Well, a faith-based shelter affiliated with the United Methodist Church. “Federal law […]
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Mother accused of kidnapping 7-year-old son in Snellville
Update: From The Gwinnett County Police Department – Royal Marks has been safely located, and Michelle Marks is now in police custody. Detectives assigned to this case acted swiftly, pursuing all available leads. During the investigation, they discovered that Michelle Marks had traveled earlier today from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport […]
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Will Christmas Be Warm in Georgia This Year?
It won’t be a white Christmas, but it may be a warm Christmas in the Peach State this year. Residents across Georgia can expect a mild Christmas this year, with forecasts pointing to warmer-than-average temperatures for the holiday week. What’s Happening: The National Weather Service predicts above-normal temperatures across the Lower 48 states for the […]
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Contest: Georgia Children Invited to Create Fish-Themed Artwork
Georgia students from kindergarten through grade 12 are invited to showcase their creativity in the 2024-25 International Fish Art Contest. Organized in part by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division, the contest encourages young artists to learn more about fish species and aquatic habitats through art and writing. “By using art and […]
