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Georgia's Talmadge Bridge in Savannah faces potential catastrophic collapse risk from large vessel strikes, according to a new National Transportation Safety Board report.

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Talmadge Bridge Makes Federal Watch List for Vessel Strike Dangers

by B.T. ClarkMarch 21, 2025March 21, 2025

A predawn collision on Mercer University Drive Thursday morning left one man dead and three others fighting for their lives after two vehicles slammed into each other near a busy Macon intersection.

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Head-On Crash Claims Life of Macon Man and Leaves 9-Year-Old Among Critically Injured

by B.T. ClarkMarch 20, 2025

Thousands of Atlanta drivers contemplate their life choices while stuck in gridlock on the infamous Downtown Connector, a new poll reveals.

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Does Atlanta’s Downtown Connector Make You Re-Think Your Life Choices? You’re Not Alone

by B.T. ClarkMarch 10, 2025

A 56-year-old Acworth man suffered serious injuries Monday morning when his car veered off Hickory Grove Road and struck a light pole in Kennesaw.

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Driver Seriously Injured After Crashing Into Light Pole in Kennesaw

by B.T. ClarkMarch 10, 2025March 10, 2025

A vehicle fire caused major traffic disruptions on I-285 northbound in DeKalb County today, blocking three right lanes and creating significant delays for afternoon commuters.

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Vehicle Fire Blocks Three Lanes on I-285 Northbound in DeKalb County

by B.T. ClarkMarch 7, 2025

A jackknifed tractor-trailer has blocked the intersection of Highway 341 and Highway 303 in Glynn County, causing significant traffic delays during the Tuesday morning commute.

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Traffic Alert: Jackknifed Truck Blocks Major Glynn County Intersection

by B.T. ClarkMarch 4, 2025March 4, 2025

🚨 Why It Matters: The deadly crash occurred on one of Cobb County's busiest corridors, raising safety concerns for residents who walk near this entertainment district. Pedestrian deaths continue to be a serious problem across metro Atlanta.

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Pedestrian Killed in Early Morning Crash Near The Battery

by B.T. ClarkMarch 4, 2025

The Details: Calhoun police responded to the crash near Chick-fil-A on Friday afternoon. According to investigators, the driver of a vehicle made a turn and collided with an oncoming motorcycle. The motorcyclist died at the scene.

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Motorcyclist Killed in Crash Near Chick-fil-A in Calhoun

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 28, 2025February 28, 2025

A diesel tanker fire has forced the closure of both northbound and southbound lanes of Mike Padgett Highway near 5033 in Richmond County. Drivers are being urged to take alternate routes.

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Diesel Tanker Fire Shuts Down Mike Padgett Highway

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 27, 2025February 27, 2025

A tractor-trailer accident on I-75 North caused major delays earlier today near Exit 269, Ernest J. Barrett Parkway. The wreck forced officials to shut down all northbound lanes, backing up traffic for miles.

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Here’s Why Traffic Was Backed Up on I-75 in Cobb County Today

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 26, 2025February 26, 2025

A motorcyclist lost his life Sunday night after losing control of his bike on Bobby Jones Expressway in Augusta.

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Motorcyclist Dies in Late-night Crash on Bobby Jones Expressway

by News DeskFebruary 26, 2025February 26, 2025

MARTA bus

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Trump Mandates Federal Workers Go Back to the Office. MARTA Wants to do the Driving

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 25, 2025

A crash has blocked two left lanes on Interstate 20 West near Chapel Hill Road, creating miles of Friday gridlock for Atlanta-area drivers. Georgia’s Department of Transportation estimates lanes won’t fully reopen until at least 5:15 p.m.

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Crash Clogs Key Atlanta Artery: Avoid I-20 West in Douglas County

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 14, 2025February 14, 2025

Heavy rain is causing serious flooding near the Chattahoochee River. Early this morning, Roswell fire crews set up barricades to block off dangerous areas.

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Heavy Rain Leads to Flooding in Roswell

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 13, 2025February 13, 2025

A 14-year-old riding a dirt bike ran a red light and crashed into a school bus in Warner Robins early Tuesday morning, according to city officials. The teen suffered serious injuries and was taken to the hospital.

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Teen on Dirt Bike Injured After Crashing into School Bus in Warner Robins

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 4, 2025February 4, 2025

A crash between a CSX train and a tractor-trailer Monday night has left roads closed in South Fulton as police investigate. The collision happened at the intersection of Roosevelt Highway and Roberts Road just before 10 p.m.

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Train Collides With Tractor-Trailer in South Fulton: What We Know

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 4, 2025February 4, 2025

The Details: Starting Thursday, the Thunder Task Force—a high-visibility enforcement unit led by the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety —will take to the streets for a three-day crackdown on dangerous driving. Warner Robins Police, the Houston County Sheriff’s Office, Georgia State Patrol, and other traffic enforcement agencies will be out in force.

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Georgia’s Thunder Task Force Cracks Down on Drivers in Warner Robins This Week

by B.T. ClarkJanuary 29, 2025January 29, 2025