Eleven people are behind bars after a months-long investigation that started with monitored jail calls led to one of the biggest drug busts in recent Bibb County history. 🔍 What’s Happening: Bibb County Sheriff’s Office investigators seized 17 pounds of marijuana, over a pound of cocaine, three assault rifles, and $110,000 in cash during coordinated […]
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SWAT Team Called in After 70-Year-Old Georgia Man Barricades Himself Inside Home
Richmond County deputies and a SWAT team safely ended a tense domestic situation early Friday morning after a 70-year-old man barricaded himself inside his Augusta home with a gun. 🏠 What Happened: Deputies responded to Indian Trail Court around 1 am after a woman reported her husband was armed and possibly experiencing medical or mental […]
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Meet The New Superintendent For Washington County Schools
After more than three decades with the schools system, Washington County School Superintendent Vickie Harden is stepping down. The Board of Education formally accepted her retirement at its June 12 meeting. She served Washington County Schools for 32 years. In that same meeting, board members announced that Timothy May will take over as superintendent starting […]
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Georgia Bets Big on the Lottery and it Shows
Georgia residents spend nearly $500 a year on lottery tickets. That’s not a typo. It’s money coming straight out of your pocket and going into a game where the odds are stacked against you. 🎲 What’s Happening: A new study from Motley Fool Money shows Georgians spend $492 per person on lottery tickets every year. […]
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What to Know About Short-Term Rental Properties in Roswell
Roswell has introduced new rules to regulate short-term rentals like Airbnb, aiming to balance economic opportunities with neighborhood safety and quality of life. The rules, effective June 9, require registration, safety inspections, and occupancy limits. Enforcement begins January 31, 2026. 🏠 Why It Matters: This regulations address growing concerns about short-term rental properties disrupting neighborhoods […]
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MARTA Will Overhaul its Bus System with NextGen Network
MARTA will undergo a sweeping redesign of its bus network, aiming to triple access to frequent service and improve equity across the Atlanta region. The NextGen Bus Network, set to launch in late 2025, will streamline routes, expand on-demand options, and prioritize communities historically underserved by transit. Key ImprovementsThe overhaul addresses long-standing challenges in Atlanta’s […]
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As Sports Betting Stutters in Georgia, A New Way to Play Cements itself
Across the 50 states of America, there are now 39 that permit some form of modern gambling, be it sports betting on-land or with online bookmakers or casino gaming in dedicated venues or online via iGaming. There were efforts to make Georgia the 40th, but they petered out again in 2025. The industry has taken […]
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I-75 South Crash in Henry County Causes Major Delays for Commuters
A crash has shut down two right lanes on I-75 South near State Route 155 in Henry County, causing significant delays for morning commuters. 🚧 Why It Matters: The incident impacts a major Atlanta corridor, affecting thousands of drivers during rush hour. Delays could ripple through surrounding routes as traffic diverts. 🚗 What’s Happening: 🌉 […]
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Crash Blocks I-285 Ramp in DeKalb County
A crash has shut down the right lane of the ramp on I-285 North near Glenwood Road in DeKalb County, causing traffic delays during the morning commute. Officials estimate the scene will clear by 10 a.m. 🚨 Why It Matters: The incident impacts thousands of drivers during rush hour, with backups likely on one of […]
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16-Year-Old Arrested in Murder of 22-Year-Old in Macon
A 16-year-old has been charged with murder in the shooting death of 22-year-old Marcus Cunningham Jr. at Autumn Trace Apartments. 🔍 What’s Happening: 📅 Catch Up Quick: 👮 Investigation Ongoing: Authorities urge anyone with information to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-751-7500 or Macon Crime Stoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.
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More Millionaires are Renting in Atlanta
Atlanta’s wealthiest residents are increasingly choosing apartments over homeownership, with 1 in 11 millionaire households opting to rent — a trend growing faster here than nearly anywhere else in the U.S. 🏙️ Why It Matters: The shift challenges traditional views of wealth and housing, signaling changing priorities among high earners post-pandemic. For renters and buyers […]
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Missing Teen in Woodstock: Police Ask Residents for Help
Update: According to the Woodstock Police Department, Rome has been found and is safe. The original article is below. Woodstock police are asking for the public’s help to find a missing 13-year-old girl. Her name is Rome White. Officers say she was last seen wearing a blue t-shirt and shorts, heading south on South Cherokee […]
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Entertainment Meets Efficiency: The Tech Driving Today’s Online Casino Experience
Online casinos are no longer just a collection of games stitched together under a digital roof. They’ve become streamlined platforms that combine excitement with smooth, intuitive technology. It’s this merger of entertainment and efficiency that sets modern experiences apart. When you explore top-tier online casinos, you can tell right away that the experience is built […]
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Georgia Attorney General on Rioters: ‘We Don’t Make Excuses For Criminals Here. We Prosecute Them’
(The Center Square) – Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr said Wednesday anyone caught rioting is at risk to face domestic terrorism charges. “It’s very simple,” he said. “Protesters use words. Rioters use violence. There is no gray area. We are not California or New York. We are Georgia. We don’t make excuses for criminals here. We […]
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Barron Road Closed in Floyd County Due to Water Main Break Near Schools
Residents, brace for delays—Barron Road is shut down near local schools due to a major water main break. This closure could snarl your daily commute or school drop-offs depending on how long it lasts. What’s Happening: Floyd County Water and Public Works report a significant water main break on Barron Road, requiring extra repairs to […]
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Carrollton Police Officer Hit on Highway 27 Near Ingles
Carrollton drivers are facing significant disruptions after a police officer was struck by a vehicle, leading to the complete closure of Highway 27 North at Ingles. The incident has prompted a major emergency response, and motorists are being advised to find alternative routes. 🚦 What’s Unfolding: The Carrollton Police Department reported that one of their […]
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Lawsuit Filed Against Companies Behind Sapelo Island Gangway Collapse
When Regina Brinson reached the middle of the aluminum walkway, she heard it crack and watched in horror as it broke just in front of her feet, plunging the elderly people ahead of her into the fast-moving water. Soon, her portion of the gangway to the Sapelo Island ferry was in the water, too, and […]
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4-Year-Old Georgia Girl Mauled By Family Rottweilers
A Morgan County child is fighting to recover after being attacked by her grandparents’ two Rottweilers while playing in their yard Friday. 🏥 What’s Happening: The 4-year-old girl suffered severe injuries including deep lacerations to her head and around her right eye, according to the Morgan County Sheriff’s Office. 🔍 Between the Lines: The grandmother […]
