A federal jury has convicted a South Georgia resident on charges stemming from a dog-fighting operation. Kizzy Solomon, 44, of Camilla, was found guilty last week of 15 counts of aiding and abetting the possession and training of dogs for purposes of animal fighting following a two-day trial. Solomon is facing a maximum of five […]
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Here’s how the hot housing market is affecting your taxes
The hot housing market is impacting property values nationwide, and is being felt throughout Georgia. Recently, mailed assessment notices show a substantial increase in value for many property owners in Walker County. “Numerous people are moving into the area from California, New Jersey and Texas,” according to Terry Gilreath, Chief Appraiser. “People are paying more […]
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A tropical depression is about to dump rain on north and central Georgia
Scattered showers and a few thunderstorms are expected this afternoon and into tonight, mainly over north and east central Georgia. According to the National Weather Service, low pressure east of the Georgia and Florida coasts may develop into a tropical system as it moves west into south and central Georgia bringing areas of very heavy […]
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Georgia firefighter dies in boating accident
The Gainesville Fire Department confirmed yesterday that firefighter Chandler Patterson died over the weekend in a boating accident. Chandler died after a boating accident on Lake Tugaloo Saturday evening, while spending time off with his family and friends. Chandler had been with the Gainesville Fire Department since June 2019. He was 27-years old. “Chandler was […]
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Traffic improvements near Perimeter Mall could ease commute times
Two transportation projects designed to improve traffic flow in the Perimeter Market near I-285 were recently completed, according to the Central DeKalb Perimeter Improvement District. In February, the PCID Board approved $268,400 in funding for the projects, located in Dunwoody and Brookhaven. Construction began in March. “The PCIDs are thankful for the always-positive working relationships with […]
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Atlanta ranks the worst city for minimum wage workers
As an ongoing worker shortage has many employers questioning employee benefits and pay requirements for the lowest paid workers, a survey released by a moving services company has tagged Atlanta as the worst city in the country for minimum wage workers. The experts at Move.org identified the best and worst cities for minimum wage workers and found […]
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Hopebridge will open two new autism therapy locations for Georgia children
As the prevalence of autism increases and the national focus is placed on early identification and intervention, Hopebridge Autism Therapy Centers is bringing its innovative mix of multidisciplinary services closer to home for Georgia’s children. One of the largest autism therapy providers in the nation and headquartered in Indiana, Hopebridge is bringing more than a decade of knowledge, experience and care […]
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New law in Georgia will allow pay-for-play in college sports
The landscape of college sports in Georgia is about to change forever. Legislation taking effect July 1 will let student-athletes at Georgia colleges, universities and technical colleges receive compensation for their name, image and likeness (NIL). Supporters steered the concept of paying college athletes through the General Assembly this year at the same time legislatures […]
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Suspect in shooting of Daytona Beach police officer captured in Georgia
The suspect in the shooting of a Daytona Beach Police Officer was captured Saturday in DeKalb County. The State of Georgia’s Special Weapons and Tactical team executed a search warrant at the request of the FBI and U.S. Marshals in Dekalb County at about 2:30 a.m. Saturday. During the search, Othal Wallace, the suspect in the […]
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17-year-old charged with murder of 19-year-old in Albany
The Albany Police Department has arrested 17-year old Ryheam Thompson on several charges including murder and aggravated assault. Police responded to the 100-block of Marie Road and located Thompson who was wanted on several charges including Murder, Gang Participation, Aggravated Assault and Possession of a Firearm during certain crimes. The charges are related to the […]
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Alpharetta’s Fourth of July fireworks show will be socially distanced
The City of Alpharetta invites you to celebrate America’s Independence with your family under the stars watching a brilliant display of fireworks at dusk at Wills Park. Families are welcome to enjoy the fireworks together but are asked to socially distance and take whatever precautions will make them feel comfortable. Due to COVID-19 guidelines and […]
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Law enforcement gears up for Fourth of July weekend traffic
Law enforcement officers throughout the state will be out in full force for the Fourth of July holiday weekend. The increased police presence is designed to reduce traffic accidents and fatalities on Georgia roadways. This year, the holiday travel period is 54 hours long. It will begin at 6 p.m. on Friday, July 2, and […]
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48-year-old woman goes missing from Grady Hospital
Police are asking for your help locating a 48-year-old woman who went missing from Grady Hospital on June 17. According to the Atlanta Police Department Zinab Mahamud was last seen on June 17, while being treated at Grady Hospital. She is a black female, 5’5 in height and weighs about 200 pounds. Police say Mahamud […]
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Justice Department Sues Georgia Over Voting Restrictions
The U.S. Justice Department announced today that it plans to sue the state of Georgia over the state’s new voting laws, which opponents of the law have called restrictive. The lawsuit is the latest chapter in the fight between Republicans and Democrats over voting laws and voting rights in Georgia. While Georgia’s Republican Governor and […]
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GBI: Georgia man killed by police after he fired shots at woman
CUMMING — A Forsyth County man was shot and killed by officers after police say he pointed a gun at a woman and shot at her Thursday evening. The shooting occurred at a residence off of Dahlonega Highway in Cumming. According to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation, the early investigation shows that a woman called […]
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Find out about Gwinnett County’s new state-of-the-art library
SNELLVILLE — Gwinnett County residents will soon have a new library that will include co-working spaces and teaching spaces. Gwinnett County and the city of Snellville have a new construction project on the books. The Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday approved a contract with Reeves Young LLC, to build a new library in […]
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Driver killed after police chase in Barrow County
AUBURN — A police chase in Barrow County early this morning ended in gunfire and the death of the driver. According to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation, preliminary information indicates that at about 5:30 a.m., a Barrow County Sheriff’s Deputy attempted to stop a Ford Fusion in Auburn. The male driver did not stop, and […]
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Georgia’s nuclear plant could face more delays
A new investigation of the nuclear expansion at Plant Vogtle the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (the NRC) announced this week could further postpone completion of the long-delayed project. Donald Grace of Critical Technologies Construction, who serves as an independent monitor of the project, testified Thursday the NRC probe marks “an increased level of oversight” of the […]
