Georgia Democrats continued to feel the love from big names in blue politics across the country Tuesday during the second day of the Democratic National Convention. Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker dropped by the Georgia delegation breakfast alongside fellow Midwestern Democrat Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, who took the podium with a jab at Georgia Gov. Brian […]
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Georgia Republican Geoff Duncan Will Speak at The Democratic National Convention: Here’s Why
In an unexpected political twist, former Georgia Lieutenant Governor Geoff Duncan, a lifelong Republican and vocal critic of Donald Trump, is set to address the Democratic National Convention on Wednesday. This move marks a significant moment in Duncan’s evolving relationship with the Republican Party, particularly in light of his outspoken stance against Trump’s influence. The […]
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Should Georgia Colleges Switch From Semesters to Quarters?
Georgia lawmakers heard the pros and cons Tuesday of the University System of Georgia’s current semester system compared to the quarter system the state’s public colleges and universities used until 1999. The university system made the switch from quarters to semesters primarily to align Georgia schools with most universities across the country, Dana Nichols, the […]
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Nobody Wants to Work: 1.4 Million Georgians Hate Their Jobs
A new survey by CardRates.com revealed that a significant portion of Georgia’s workforce is dissatisfied with their current employment. According to the survey, 28% of workers in the state, roughly 1,389,710 people, admitted that they loathe their jobs. This figure is part of a larger national trend, where 38% of American workers, or approximately 59 […]
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7 Things You Didn’t Know About Waycross, Georgia
During Monday night’s address at the Democratic National Convention, Georgia Senator Raphael Warnock mentioned his hometown of Waycross, Georgia. He quipped that it was named Waycross because it was “Way across Georgia.” Waycross, Georgia, might not be the first place that comes to mind when you think of fascinating destinations, but this charming little city […]
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5th Measles Case Confirmed in Georgia: Public Health Alert
A case of measles has been confirmed in a metro Atlanta resident, according to the Georgia Department of Public Health. The patient, who was not fully vaccinated, contracted the virus while traveling internationally and is now back in the United States. Public health officials are working to trace and identify anyone who may have come […]
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Have You Seen This Hilarious Post From The Candler County Sheriff’s Office?
Georgia Sheriff’s Offices are known for their humorous social media posts. Usually, these are short quips, but a much longer post chock full of hilarity is garnering quite a bit of attention today. Below is today’s offering from the Candler County Sheriff’s office. 🚨 Attention, Candler County: Common Sense Isn’t So Common 🚨 Folks, it’s […]
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Georgia Deputy Was Killed in an Ambush While Responding to Domestic Dispute
More details have emerged about Deputy Brandon Cunningham, who was killed in the line of duty on Saturday. The incident occurred at approximately 6:13 p.m., as Cunningham responded to a domestic dispute on Foggy Creek Lane in the Harmony Creek subdivision in Hiram. The Details: Deputy Cunningham, alongside his partner, arrived at the residence following […]
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Warnock: Trump Should Try Reading the Bible
Georgia Sen. Raphael Warnock didn’t mince words at the Democratic National Convention tonight. Addressing the crowd to support Kamala Harris as the Democratic presidential candidate, Warnock delivered a scathing critique of former President Donald Trump. Warnock labeled Trump as “a man too small for the office entrusted him or the task set before him.” He […]
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Analyzing the Controversial Election Board Rule Change in Georgia
The Georgia State Election Board Monday finalized a rule Monday that gives local officials more power to dispute certifying election results by adopting a new ballot counting policy that critics contend could disrupt the presidential election in November. The new rule requiring election workers to manually count votes to reconcile any discrepancies was approved Monday […]
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Fulton County Students Are Making Major Gains in Literacy
The Fulton County school district has made significant progress in literacy, addressing the challenges that grew during the COVID-19 pandemic. The district invested $90 million from COVID relief funds into the “Every Child Reads” program, aimed at ensuring that every student has access to the resources necessary to succeed in reading. The Details: The “Every […]
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Georgia is The Most Coupon-Crazy State in The Nation
Georgia residents are more enthusiastic about coupons than any other state in the country, according to new data from the online discount platform Wethrift. The study revealed that Georgia had the highest search volume for coupons, with 23,884 searches per 1 million residents in the past year. The Details: Wethrift’s analysis of Google search data […]
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Sunny Skies and Lower Temperatures Expected Across Georgia This Week
Residents across Georgia can expect a stretch of sunny weather this week, with temperatures hovering in the high 80s and low 90s. The Details: Today will be sunny, with temperatures reaching a high near 92 degrees. Winds from the northwest will blow at 5 to 10 mph, with occasional gusts up to 15 mph. Tonight, […]
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Georgia Deputy Killed in Line of Duty: What We Know
Paulding County is in mourning after Deputy Brandon Cunningham was killed in the line of duty on August 17. The Paulding County Sheriff’s Office confirmed the news late Saturday night, expressing profound sorrow over the death of their colleague. Sparse Details: The specifics surrounding Deputy Cunningham’s death remain limited. The Sheriff’s Office has indicated that […]
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Severe Storms Threaten Parts of Georgia Today
Storms continue throughout Georgia today and will be a little more intense than yesterday, with isolated to scattered thunderstorms expected to impact much of the state. Areas south of Interstate 20 are particularly at risk, where stronger storms could bring damaging winds, large hail, and heavy rainfall. The Details: Thunderstorms will be widespread across Georgia, […]
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How Many January 6th Rioters Have Been Arrested in Georgia?
In his bid for reelection, former President Donald Trump is positioning the Jan. 6, 2021,attack on the Capitol Building as a central component of his campaign. The attack, which led to the deaths of five people and caused injury to an estimated 140 police officers, was the deadliest attack on the Capitol since 1998. While […]
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44-Year-Old New York Woman Killed in Late-Night Pedestrian Accident in Georgia
A fatal accident claimed the life of a pedestrian late Friday night near the intersection of Rocky Creek Road and Thrasher Circle in Bibb County. Cameron Rodriguez, a 44-year-old woman from New York, was struck by a Honda Accord while walking along Rocky Creek Road around 11 p.m. Witnesses reported that the driver, who was […]
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‘A Terrible Vulnerability:’ Cybersecurity Researcher Discovers Yet Another Flaw in Georgia’s Voter Cancellation Portal
Until Monday, a new online portal run by the Georgia Secretary of State’s Office contained what experts describe as a serious security vulnerability that would have allowed anyone to submit a voter cancellation request for any Georgian. All that was required was a name, date of birth and county of residence — information easily discoverable […]
