Posted inTraffic & Transportation

Photos: Wet roads lead to pileup involving Georgia Power bucket truck

MARIETTA — A Georgia Power bucket truck and several other vehicles were involved in a collision on I-75 southbound near South Marietta Parkway last night as slick roads and heavy rain created hazardous driving conditions. Despite the severity of the crash, all individuals involved fortunately sustained no serious injuries. The Marietta Police Department has issued […]

Posted inGeorgia By The Numbers

Gun sales plummet in Georgia

President Joe Biden signed in March a new executive order designed to increase the likelihood that firearm background checks are indeed initiated before guns are sold in the United States. Though many polls indicate that the vast majority of Americans – Republicans and Democrats alike – support universal background checks, the president’s new order does […]

Posted inCrime

Mount Vernon School official charged with sexual exploitation of children. What we know

The News: Mount Vernon School’s Chief Financial Officer, Christopher James Winslow, was arrested in Sandy Springs and is accused of possession of child sexual abuse material. What Happened?: According to the Sandy Springs Police Dept., on April 27 at about 6:30 a.m., Sandy Springs Police Department apprehended Winslow and charged him with two counts of […]

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Goodbye Potholes: Johnson Ferry Road in Brookhaven is Being Repaved

The Gist: Brookhaven residents can look forward to smoother travels on Johnson Ferry Road this summer, as a full-depth reclamation project will completely rebuild the roadway from Sandy Springs to Chamblee. What Happened?: Instead of patching and potholes repeatedly, Brookhaven officials have contracted C.W. Matthews to repave the entirety of Johnson Ferry Road. The project […]

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A Georgia man has been missing since February after someone set fire to his house

Melvin Cooksey, a 58-year-old black man from Covington, has been missing since Feb. 24, after his residence was set on fire by an unidentified individual. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation Atlanta Field Office and the Newton County Sheriff’s Office are seeking the public’s assistance in locating Cooksey. Cooksey’s residence at 1405 Mote Road in Covington […]

Posted inBusiness

How to Get Started With Organizational Innovation

The business world is constantly evolving, and companies need to keep up with the changing landscape to stay competitive. Organizational innovation is key to growth, and it can help businesses to streamline processes, increase productivity, and keep pace with technological advancements. However, many organizations struggle with innovation and don’t know how to start. Here are […]

Posted inCrime

34-year-old killed after shootout with Atlanta police

A man was killed in a police shooting in Atlanta, Georgia, prompting the Georgia Bureau of Investigation to launch an inquiry into the incident. The Atlanta Police Department requested the GBI’s independent investigation on April 27 after the fatal confrontation with 34-year-old Ainsley Popwell Jr., of Ellenwood. No officers were injured during the incident. According […]

Posted inIn The News

Here’s what Georgia is doing to improve the state’s workforce

The Gist: Governor Brian P. Kemp signed multiple bills today aimed at streamlining access to opportunity, addressing workforce shortages, and improving education in Georgia. What Happened?: During a ceremony at West Georgia Technical College, Governor Kemp, First Lady Marty Kemp, and other state leaders celebrated the signing of several bills designed to strengthen Georgia’s workforce […]