Gov. Brian Kemp is dominating gubernatorial fundraising fewer than four months before the May 24 Republican primary. Kemp has raised $19.3 million toward his reelection bid on his own and another $2.3 million through Georgians First, a leadership committee made possible through controversial legislation the General Assembly passed last year. Former U.S. Sen. David Perdue, […]
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Fire at Parkview High School in Gwinnett County
Gwinnett County Fire crews are on the scene at Parkview High School where a fire broke out Tuesday afternoon. The fire has been extinguished but crews are working to remove smoke from the building. All students and staff were evacuated without incident and students are being released on schedule. Fire investigators are en route. According to […]
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Suicide is killing Georgia’s first responders
Chad Black can think of four public safety officers in the past several months who died by suicide — a longtime colleague and close friend among them just a few weeks ago. That’s when he decided to retire after four decades of service in fire and EMS in North Georgia. “I’ve never seen anything in […]
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Suspect in bomb threat at Waffle House in custody
A suspect was arrested in connection to a bomb threat that was called into the Waffle House, at 4056 Forsyth Road in Bibb County at about 9 p.m. Tuesday. The staff and customers exited the building and then contacted the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. Bibb County Sheriff’s Patrol Deputies, Investigators, and members of the K-9 […]
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Accused kidnapper shoots victim and Georgia deputy
A Banks County deputy is recovering from a gunshot wound received during an early morning shooting. He is currently being treated for non-life threatening injuries at a local hospital. While on routine patrol, deputies spotted a suspicious vehicle in the parking lot of the Super 8 Motel in Banks Crossing. It is believed that the […]
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Bibb County inmate who escaped dies in hospital
Bibb County Coroner Leon Jones confirmed that 20-year-old Ha’Keem Romaire Barrett passed away at around 5:57 a.m. Tuesday morning. While in jail for Armed Robbery and Aggravated Assault charges, Barrett was taken to the Atrium Health Navicent for a medical issue. While receiving care at the hospital, sheriff’s officials Barrett escaped custody and fled at about […]
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Atlanta police officer shot
ATLANTA — An Atlanta police officer was shot Monday and is listed in stable condition at Grady Memorial Hospital. The GBI is investigating an officer involved shooting Atlanta, GA. The Atlanta Police Department asked the GBI to conduct an independent investigation on Monday, February 7, 2022. Christian Eppinger, age 22, of Atlanta, is in custody and […]
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New moms could get expanded Medicaid coverage in Georgia
New mothers in Georgia could receive health coverage through Medicaid for up to a year after giving birth, up from the current six months, under legislation that cleared the state Senate unanimously. Gov. Brian Kemp backs the measure and included $28.2 million in his fiscal 2023 budget proposal to pay for it. Expanding Medicaid coverage […]
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Atlanta listed as one of the ‘most neighborly’ cities in the U.S.
If you live in Atlanta, you’re likely to have neighbors who look out for you, whether they do you a favor now and again or they volunteer in the community.
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Ryder to Open $44 Million Distribution Center in Locust Grove
LOCUST GROVE — Ryder System Inc., a leader in supply chain, dedicated transportation, and commercial fleet management solutions, will invest $44 million in a new, high-tech third-party distribution center in Locust Grove. The project is expected to create more than 250 jobs. “We are proud that Ryder has chosen Georgia to meet their growing needs,” said […]
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Vernon Jones drops out of governor’s race to run for Congress
Former state Rep. Vernon Jones dropped out of the Republican gubernatorial race Monday and announced instead he will run for a seat in Congress. In a post on Twitter, Jones threw his support in the May 24 GOP gubernatorial primary behind former U.S. Sen. David Perdue, who is challenging incumbent Gov. Brian Kemp for the […]
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Life Long Athlete Opens Fit Body Boot Camp to Help Community Achieve Fitness Goals
Fit Body Boot Camp, the world’s fastest-growing boot camp fitness franchise, is opening in Fayetteville and motivating people to live a more active lifestyle. Located at 840 Glynn St. South, Fit Body Boot Camp brings a welcoming, fat-burning group workout to the Fayetteville area. Due to the blended training exercises, calories will continue to burn […]
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Fulton County courthouse on lockdown due to suspicious package
Update: The area around the Fulton County Justice Center is all clear and is open to foot traffic, according to the Fulton County Sheriff’s office. Traffic has not opened yet for vehicles. The Fulton County Justice Center complex is on lockdown due to a suspicious package near one of the parking decks at Underground Atlanta […]
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Both Kemp and Perdue claim their free speech is at risk in fundraising lawsuit
Lawyers for Gov. Brian Kemp and former Sen. David Perdue continued their arguments last week over the governor’s access to an uncapped spending account, setting the stage for a potential return to the courtroom the week of Valentine’s Day. Perdue’s lawyers say a bill signed into law by Kemp last year leaves the former senator […]
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Georgia gas prices are up 4 cents per gallon over last week
Georgia gas prices increased at the pump compared to a week ago. Georgia motorists are now paying an average price of $3.24 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline. Monday’s state average is 4 cents more than a week ago, 13 cents more than last month, and 96 cents more than this time last year. It costs motorists $48.60 to fill a 15-gallon tank […]
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Atlanta mourns loss of Larry Dingle, former clerk of city council
ATLANTA — Former police officer and clerk of Atlanta City Council, Larry Dingle, has died. The Atlanta City Council released a statement confirming Dingle’s death and calling him a “stalwart public servant.” “The Atlanta City Council mourns the loss of a stalwart public servant. Larry Dingle diligently worked for decades in service to our city […]
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Inmate who escaped from Bibb County hospital found
Escaped Bibb County inmate Ha’Keem Romaire Barrett was found Sunday morning and is currently receiving medical treatment. The Macon-Bibb 911 Center received a call from Barrett’s sister at about 6:47 a.m., Sunday morning. Investigators have determined that Barrett showed up at his sister’s home on Bloomfield Road in civilian clothes and was reported to be sick. […]
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Stunning photos of Augusta in the 1930s compared to today
If you’re a history buff, or just someone curious about local history, you won’t want to miss the new video released by LoganSocial this month on YouTube. The video highlights several historic landmarks in Augusta and compares photos from the 1930s to today. Click here to learn some facts you may not have known about […]
