Georgia Power officials say they are prepared to respond to predicted severe weather across the state this weekend.
Posted inTraffic & Transportation
Film crew near Thrasher Park will cause traffic delays in Norcross
A film crew working in the area around Thrasher Park will cause some traffic delays this evening in Norcross.
Posted inWeather
Snow possible in north Georgia overnight
Snow is still in the forecast for parts of north Georgia, but the timing has changed. The snow is now expected during the overnight hours Friday night through early Saturday.
Posted inCrime
Shootout at Georgia behavioral health hospital injures both officer and patient
A patient at a Lawrenceville behavioral health hospital and a Lawrenceville Police Officer were both hospitalized Wednesday after a shootout outside the hospital.
Posted inYour Government
Want to be a poll worker in Roswell? Here’s how
Want to be a poll worker in Roswell? Here’s how
Posted inTraffic & Transportation
Photos: Car hauler overturns in Roswell
ROSWELL — An overturned car hauler caused delays Thursday afternoon at the intersection of Hembree Road and Wills Road in Roswell. Westbound traffic on Hembree Road was shut down temporarily for cleanup. There were no injuries reported. Photos are below:
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Trash service rates to increase for Alpharetta residents
The $5 per month trash bill increase would be seen by most customers beginning July 1, while customers on a special discounted rate plan for seniors would see a smaller increase.
Posted inWeather
Snow in Georgia this weekend? Here’s what we know
According to the National Weather Service, wintry precipitation — light amounts of snow — is possible over portions of north Georgia early Saturday as lingering moisture combines with cold temperatures.
Posted inYour Community
New Atlanta park will have access to the Chattahoochee River
The City of Atlanta is getting a new park with direct access to the Chattahoochee River — a first for the city.
Posted inIn The Know
In The Know: How to talk directly to Fulton County School Board members
Each member of the Fulton County Board of Education sponsors a monthly meeting open to all members of the community. The sessions provide an opportunity for direct contact with community members and give board members a chance to listen to local issues and concerns.
Posted inYour Family
Georgia set to suspend gas tax
Gov. Brian Kemp and legislative leaders moved Wednesday to temporarily suspend the state sales tax on gasoline amid record-high prices at the pump.
Posted inCrime
Owner of Georgia child care center charged with cruelty to children
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation arrested 49-year-old Sharon Mills owner of Roseland Child Care Center, and charged her with one count of cruelty to children in the first degree.
Posted inGeorgia By The Numbers
Georgia is the 8th most sleep deprived state in the U.S.
A recent analysis found that 38.6% of Georgia adults are sleep-deprived. Out of the 49 states with available data, Georgia has the 8th greatest share of adults getting less than 7 hours of sleep per night.
Posted inWeather
Severe storms expected in South Georgia Wednesday
Today’s forecast could include severe storms and possibly tornadoes throughout much of the southern portion of the state.
Posted inNational
Higher gas prices ahead: Biden bans Russian oil in U.S.
The United States will no longer import Russian energy in an attempt to further cripple that nation’s economy as it wages war against Ukraine.
Posted inGeorgia By The Numbers
Braves stadium costs Cobb taxpayers $15 million per year
The Atlanta Braves’ ballpark and The Battery development around it is continuing to cost Cobb County taxpayers about $15 million a year, according to a new report from Kennesaw State University economist J.C. Bradbury.
Posted inIn The News
26-year-old Holly Springs woman drowns in Little River
A 26-year-old Holly Springs woman died while trying to swim in Little River late at night, according to Woodstock emergency officials.
Posted inIn The News
Meet 943, metro Atlanta’s new area code
Metro Atlanta is about to get another new area code. The Georgia Public Service Commission voted Tuesday to approve the implementation of area code 943 to overlay a region that already includes four other area codes: 404, 770, 678 and 470. Starting March 15, customers receiving the 943 area code will be required to dial […]
