Stargazers hoping to catch the Leonid meteor shower this weekend may face a challenge from the nearly full supermoon. The celestial event, expected to peak on Sunday, is likely to be outshone by the moon’s brightness, limiting visibility to only the most prominent meteors. Why It Matters: Meteor showers like the Leonids offer a rare […]
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Georgia’s Unemployment Rate Holds at 3.6%
Georgia’s unemployment rate was 3.6% last month for the third month in a row, the state Department of Labor reported Thursday. The state’s labor force rose by 1,370 in October to a record-high 5.4 million, while the number of employed Georgians increased slightly to another all-time high of 5.2 million. “While job growth has slowed […]
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DOJ Report Reveals Constitutional Violations at Fulton County Jail
Federal investigators have uncovered alarming patterns of abuse and neglect at the Fulton County Jail, concluding that the county and sheriff’s office have routinely violated the constitutional rights of incarcerated individuals. Just the Facts: • Investigation Findings: The report found that Fulton County Jail, including the main facility and three annexes, consistently failed to protect […]
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Stage Adaptation of ‘Clue’ Comes to Atlanta’s Fox Theatre in January
The popular stage comedy “Clue,” inspired by the classic Hasbro board game and the 1985 cult film, is scheduled to hit Atlanta’s Fox Theatre from January 28 to February 2, 2025. The show will be part of the 2024-2025 Regions Bank Broadway in Atlanta season. Tickets go on sale November 22 and can be purchased […]
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Poor Health: Georgia’s High Rate of Early Births Earns State a Grade of F
The March of Dimes just released its 2024 report on maternal and infant health, revealing a serious issue in Georgia: Nearly 12% of babies here are born too soon, or what is known as preterm. When babies are born before 37 weeks, they often face serious health challenges. Preterm birth increases the risk of breathing […]
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Georgia K9 Officer Killed in Chase
A traffic stop in Fulton County turned fatal when a suspect opened fire on law enforcement, leading to the death of the suspect and the sheriff’s K9, Titan. Just the Facts: • Pursuit and Attempted Stop: Around 11 p.m. on November 13, a Coweta County Deputy attempted to pull over a Chrysler 300 on North […]
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The Average Georgia Family is $135,000 in Debt
As Americans grapple with a growing financial burden, household debt in the U.S. topped $17.9 trillion in the third quarter of 2024. WalletHub’s latest rankings show which states experienced the largest and smallest debt increases, and it places Georgia right in the middle, showing a moderate uptick but not leading the pack. Just the Facts […]
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Today Will Be a Rainy Day in Georgia
Rain is on the move in Georgia, trailing a cold front that plans to clear out by this afternoon. Expect steady showers with a few breaks until the front pushes through, giving us a one-two punch of rain and plummeting temperatures. 🌡️ What’s Happening: Cold weather has finally hit Georgia, but it is bringing a […]
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Missing 89-Year-Old Marietta Woman Found Dead in a Pond
The Marietta Police Department confirmed on Nov. 11 that Patricia Miele, an 89-year-old woman who had gone missing from Greenwood Assisted Living and Memory Care on Whitlock Avenue, was found dead after an extensive three-day search. Miele was last seen late on Friday night, around 11 p.m., wearing a purple floral shirt, blue jeans, and […]
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Who Are Georgia’s Most Valued Workers?
In a recent survey by Careerminds, grocery store workers topped the list of Georgia’s most valued professions for 2024, chosen over nurses, teachers, and paramedics. Just the Facts: The Details: During the pandemic, grocery store workers continued serving communities despite health risks, long shifts, and often low wages. This year’s poll reinforces their importance to […]
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Georgia Prisons Chief Wants More Funding
Georgia Department of Corrections officials began laying the groundwork Wednesday for an infusion of state funding to beef up staffing, replace aging infrastructure, and improve inmate health care. The state’s workforce of correctional officers plummeted during the COVID pandemic and has yet to fully recover, Georgia Commissioner of Corrections Tyrone Oliver told members of a […]
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Deadly Jealousy: A Love Triangle in Stone Mountain Leads to a Life Sentence
On a crisp February afternoon, a simple meeting between acquaintances erupted into deadly violence outside a townhouse in Stone Mountain. By the end of the confrontation, Aquandis Foston, 22, lay bleeding from a single gunshot wound to the chest, and a young man’s jealousy had turned deadly. Now, nearly three years later, Isaac Thompson, 24, […]
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Help Find a Missing Georgia Man with Dementia
The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is reaching out to the public to help locate Roy Reese, a 69-year-old man who was last seen on Nov. 9 at a Walmart on Harrison Road in Macon. Reese, recently diagnosed with dementia, relies on the city bus for transportation. Just the Facts: • Last seen: Nov. 9, 2024, […]
Posted inWeather
A Major Hurricane is Brewing in The Caribbean: What We Know
A powerful hurricane is brewing in the Caribbean, with meteorologists at AccuWeather warning it could intensify into a Category 3 storm by the weekend, posing a significant threat to Central America and possibly bringing severe impacts to Florida early next week. Just the Facts • Expected Development: AccuWeather predicts a Category 3 hurricane will form […]
Posted inGeorgia Places
Georgia’s Giant Peanut Takes Top Honors Among Quirky U.S. Landmarks
A recent international travel poll has crowned Georgia’s own World’s Largest Peanut, in Ashburn, as a must-see “alternative” U.S. landmark for travelers who want something a bit out of the ordinary. While the massive roadside peanut may not rival the Grand Canyon or the Golden Gate Bridge, it has nonetheless secured a coveted spot on […]
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UGA Coach Kirby Smart Walks Back ‘Idiot’ Remark After Video Sparks Controversy
UGA coach Kirby Smart apologized Tuesday for calling backup safety Jake Pope an “idiot” over a viral video where Pope appeared to celebrate with Ole Miss fans after Georgia’s loss to the Rebels last week. Smart expressed regret for his choice of words, acknowledging that Pope handled the situation respectfully with his teammates. 🎥 What […]
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Rain and Thunderstorms Expected Across Georgia
Georgia residents should prepare for a rainy and potentially stormy night as weather patterns shift, bringing colder temperatures and gusty winds across the state. A series of showers, increasing overnight, are expected to persist through Thursday, with a clearer forecast by Friday and into the weekend. The Forecast: Today: • Skies will become increasingly cloudy, […]
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Over 60 Bomb Threats Were Made to Georgia Polling Precincts on Election Day
On Election Day, Georgia faced a significant challenge as over 60 bomb threats targeted polling locations across the state. Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger confirmed that number today at a pre-certification press conference. The threats, which originated from Russian sources, were intended to disrupt the electoral process. Despite these attempts, Georgia successfully conducted free, fair, […]
