The new head of the Georgia Department of Labor vowed Wednesday to overhaul an agency deluged with unemployment claims during the pandemic that resulted in a barrage of complaints over processing delays. “The Department of Labor has had an image problem,” newly elected Commissioner of Labor Bruce Thompson told members of the state House and […]
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Atlanta man arrested in killing of Illinois man
The DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office Fugitive Unit has arrested a suspect in the murder of a man earlier this month during an armed robbery. Atlanta resident Tyrin J. Maddox, 21, was taken into custody without incident today at a Thomasville Drive residence in Atlanta on arrest warrants charging him with the armed robbery and murder […]
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Roswell Restaurant Weeks begins Thursday
ROSWELL — Your chance to experience some of Roswell’s finest cuisine returns from Jan. 19 through Feb. 5. Get ready for Roswell Restaurant Weeks. Originally Roswell Restaurant Week, the event has expanded into a multi-week event, giving diners an ample opportunity to experience all the food options the City of Roswell has to offer. Roswell […]
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Analyst Bets Georgia Lawmakers Will Approve Sports Betting This Year
Georgia lawmakers have long toyed with greenlighting an expansion of the state’s betting laws, and one expert thinks this is the year it will happen. Bennett Conlin, the senior sports betting reporter for Sportshandle.com, has identified Georgia as one of the four states that will legalize sports betting this year. “There are some legislators that believe […]
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Pepper spray was released on a Marietta school bus
MARIETTA — A Marietta City Schools bus was delayed Tuesday after a student on the bus released pepper spray. There were no major injuries, but one student got sick. The bus was travelling from Park Street Elementary School. All students and the bus driver were medically evaluated at the scene and school system officials say […]
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Two students injured after fight at Daniell Middle School in Cobb County
A Cobb County middle school student attacked another student, resulting in injuries to both kids today. The fight occurred at Daniell Middle School. According to the Cobb County School District, the incident is being handled according to both state law and district policies, which include discipline and criminal charges. District officials say students and staff […]
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Is Georgia still a red state?
Georgia Republicans rode a strong ground game and a ticket of proven incumbents to overcome financial and demographic challenges in last year’s elections, according to a new report. The 2022 Impact Report was released Tuesday by former U.S. Sen. Kelly Loeffler, R-Ga., who chaired the conservative voter mobilization group Greater Georgia during the 2022 election […]
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Fricke and Associates relocates to Peachtree Corners
Fricke and Associates, a certified public accounting firm, has relocated two locations, bringing 25 new jobs and $800,000 capital investment to the City of Peachtree Corners. The firm signed a 9,000-square-foot office lease at Peachtree Ridge, located at 3500 Parkway Lane, which will help them better serve Metro Atlanta clients with their accounting and tax needs. “By […]
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10-year-old boy found after running away when being checked into Hughes Spalding Hospital
Update: According to the Atlanta Police Department, Mario Boyd has been found and is in good health. The original story is below. ATLANTA — Atlanta Police are asking for your help finding a 10-year-old boy who ran away from Hughes Spalding Hospital while his aunt was checking him in. According to police, officers responded to […]
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Disney releases The Mandalorian season 3 trailer
Star Wars fans watching the NFL Super Wild Card matchup between the Dallas Cowboys and Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Monday (January 16) night got a special treat at halftime as Disney+ unveiled the new full-length trailer for The Mandalorian‘s third season. “Our people are scattered, like stars in the galaxy,” Pedro Pascal‘s Din Djarin begins the teaser (watch below). The […]
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Baby Names That Have Gained Popularity
Examining information from the Social Security Administration, Stacker ranked the top 50 baby names that rose in popularity in 2021.
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Gwinnett County Transit is now Ride Gwinnett
Since 2001, Gwinnett County Transit has been an essential service for residents in Gwinnett’s thriving community. Nearly 22 years later, the County unveiled a new name and a new brand for its transit system — Ride Gwinnett. Embodying the County’s vibrant brand, Gwinnett County Chairwoman Nicole Hendrickson said Ride Gwinnett represents how the County will […]
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Second arrest made in connection with Perimeter Mall shooting
DUNWOODY — The Dunwoody Police Department has arrested and charged two men they say are involved in the shooting that occurred at Perimeter Mall Jan. 6. The two men are: Roykell Holder (20 years old) and Raymond Pierre (21 years old). Police say Pierre was with Holder at the time of the shooting and fled […]
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Stories you may have missed around Georgia last week
Here are some of the goings-on around The Peach State last week that you may have missed. Kemp proposes record $32.5 billion budge Gov. Brian Kemp released a $32.5 billion fiscal 2024 state budget proposal Jan. 13 that’s heavy on spending for education and gives Georgia teachers and state employees $2,000 raises. The spending plan, […]
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Georgia’s gas tax is back and drivers are feeling it at the pump
Georgia gas price average increased at the pump compared to a week ago. Georgia drivers are now paying an average price of $3.06 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline. Monday’s state average is 25 cents more than a week ago, 24 cents more than a month ago, and 5 cents less than this time last year. It now costs $45.90 to fill a 15-gallon tank of regular […]
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What will the weather be like in Georgia this week?
Higher temperatures with frequent rainy weather await Georgia this week. Today’s high will be near 59 degrees, with temperatures staying well above freezing overnight. Showers are likely on Tuesday with a high near 66 degrees. According to the National Weather Service, Georgia could get up to a quarter-inch of rain. On Wednesday temperatures will get […]
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Scam Alert: FEMA won’t ask you for your social security number
On the heels of deadly tornadoes that left several communities in shambles, it appears there are bad actors attempting to take advantage of a bad situation. The Jasper County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents that scammers impersonating FEMA may attempt to get personal information from victims. The Federal Emergency Management Agency is in the area […]
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UGA football player and staff member die in car crash, two others injured
Two members of the University of Georgia football program died early Sunday morning in a car crash in Athens. Football player Devin Willock and staff member Chandler LeCroy died. According to UGA athletics officials, two more members of the football program were injured in the crash. The UGA Athletic Department released the following statement on […]
