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McCarthy Ousted: How did your Georgia Representative vote?

October 3, 2023

In a historic vote, the House of Representatives voted to oust Kevin McCarthy as Speaker today. While the vote was a display of disunity in the Republican party, Georgia’s representatives voted along party lines with all republicans voting to keep

National

McCarthy booted as Speaker of The House

October 3, 2023

(The Center Square) – The House of Representatives voted 216-210 Tuesday to

Crime

Ten arrested in sex trafficking bust in Middle Georgia

October 3, 2023

The Gist: Ten people were arrested as part of a law enforcement

Crime

21-year-old man shot at Macon apartment complex

October 3, 2023

The Gist: A 21-year-old man was shot and injured at a Macon

Business & Economy

Georgia Achieves Unprecedented 10-Year Streak as Number 1 State for Business

October 3, 2023

The Gist: Georgia celebrated a remarkable milestone as the state secured its

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Crime

Georgia corrections officer killed by inmate in the line of duty

Crime

Bibb County officer arrests man accused of jumping in front of cars

News You Can Use

Georgia Law: When is it legally justifiable to shoot someone?

Announcements

Georgia’s outdoor burn ban has been lifted

Crime

Tragedy strikes a quiet Cherokee County street: Police investigate apparent murder-suicide

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Business & Economy

Forget high inflation, Americans can’t get enough of this pricey splurge

October 3, 2023

Rate hikes and soaring prices may make life more expensive but many Americans are spending more on this nonessential thing.

Events

Valdosta honors military service with Veterans Day headstone cleaning event

October 3, 2023

The Gist: In an effort to honor and remember veterans, the city

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Sports

ESPN’s NBA coverage influenced by rivalry between Woj and Shams, per report

October 3, 2023

The two reportedly don't acknowledge each other.

Crime

High speed motorcycle chase in Bibb County leads to capture of man with 3 warrants

October 3, 2023

The Gist: A white motorcycle, with no license plate, evaded a traffic

Food

Dunkin’ Drops Spider Donut-Inspired Inflatable Halloween Decoration

October 3, 2023

It looks so good you could eat it (but please don't).

Crime

Lawrenceville police fatally shoot man who attempted to steal police cruiser

October 3, 2023

Missing Brookhaven Woman Found Dead. Her Boyfriend Has Been Arrested

October 2, 2023

South Georgia standoff leads to police shooting. What we know

October 2, 2023

Verdict Reached: Florida Man Guilty of Shooting Ex-Girlfriend in Brookhaven

October 2, 2023

Inmate dies at Henry County Jail: What we know

October 1, 2023

Your Family

Your Family

Gas prices in Georgia are down $6 per tank after Kemp’s gas tax suspension

October 2, 2023

The Gist: Gas prices in Georgia are on a steady decline, offering some financial relief to drivers as they gear up for the autumn season. The Details: Georgia’s current average price for regular unleaded gasoline sits at $3.24 per gallon,

Health

How can Georgians Improve the Health of their Family Members?

September 29, 2023

The health of your family is clearly one of the most important

Education

Meet the new president of Dalton State College

September 27, 2023

John Fuchko ATLANTA – The University System of Georgia Board of Regents

Education

Georgia lawmakers debate dual enrollment

September 26, 2023

ATLANTA – Simplifying Georgia’s dual enrollment program is the key to making

Education

Georgia students perform better than the national average on the SAT

September 25, 2023

ATLANTA – Georgia public-school students outperformed their counterparts in the nation’s public

Local & State Government

Your Government

Controversial call for special session puts state senator Colton Moore in hot water with Republicans

September 28, 2023

State Sen. Colton Moore ATLANTA – The Georgia Senate Republican Caucus has suspended freshman Sen. Colton Moore after he unsuccessfully pushed for a special legislative session to investigate Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis’s prosecution of former President Donald Trump.

Representing You

Georgia Republicans and Democrats play blame game over government shutdown

September 28, 2023

ATLANTA – With the federal government barreling toward a shutdown later this

Your Government

How will a government shutdown impact Georgia?

September 27, 2023

As the possibility of a federal government shutdown looms large, Georgia braces

Representing You

Transparency Troubles: Georgia Attorney General’s Office Accused of Failing to Enforce Open Records Laws

September 22, 2023

When Gov. Brian Kemp signed the GOP-backed Senate Bill 92 in May,

Representing You

Georgia Congress Members Graded on Support for Ukraine. Here’s how they did

September 21, 2023

ATLANTA – Georgia’s Republican congressional delegation scored mixed results on a new

Georgia By The Numbers

Georgia By The Numbers

What is Georgia’s favorite Halloween candy in 2023?

October 3, 2023

The Gist: This Halloween, Georgia has a sweet spot for Jolly Ranchers, with a whopping 142,298 pounds of these tangy treats purchased, making it the state’s favorite candy for the spooky season. The Details: Halloween is a time for scares

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Georgia By The Numbers

Amazon Prime Days are October 10 and 11. How nice are Georgia residents to delivery drivers?

October 3, 2023

The Gist: Amid the flurry of delivery activity, a fresh study brings

Georgia By The Numbers

Where is the best place to live in Georgia?

September 30, 2023

The number of Americans who relocate each year has been trending downward

Georgia By The Numbers

Cities with the most expensive homes in Georgia

September 27, 2023

Stacker compiled a list of cities with the most expensive homes in

Georgia By The Numbers

Is Augusta one of the worst cities for women in the United States?

September 26, 2023

The Gist: Augusta has found itself on the less flattering end of

Local Heroes

Local Heroes

Georgia Chick-fil-A employee saves child from choking

September 21, 2023

The Gist: Quick action from a Chick-fil-A staff member saved a choking child during a family lunch. What Happened?: At a Truett’s Chick-fil-A in Newnan, a young child named Theia began choking on a coin in the parking lot. Mia,

Local Heroes

Labor Day Weekend no picnic for hurricane relief workers

September 4, 2023

VALDOSTA — In Georgia’s hurricane zone, the long Labor Day weekend has

Local Heroes

Photos: Community comes together to give toddler with cancer a playset

September 2, 2023

Roc Solid Foundation, backed by major sponsors including Amazon, has embarked on

Local Heroes

Atlanta Volunteers Unite to Create Backyard Oasis for Local Child Battling Cancer

August 28, 2023

On Saturday, September 2, a home on Thornton Place in Atlanta will

Local Heroes

Missing 97-year-old Hall County man found in Gwinnett

August 28, 2023

A 97-year-old man from Hall County who had been reported missing was

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High School Sports

Georgia High School athletes can now make money off of name, image and likeness deals

October 3, 2023

ATLANTA – Georgia high school athletes will be able to make money off of their name, image, and likeness (NIL) following a unanimous vote by the Georgia High School Association (GHSA) board. Monday’s vote will put high school athletes on a par

Context

Faith-based maternity homes ‘create a haven’ in states with strict abortion laws

October 3, 2023

At the end of a gravel road that runs through a wooded property in Chilton County, Alabama, a plain white two-story house sits overlooking a small pond. Outside the house, everything is tranquil: The swings on the new playground nearby are quiet,

National

Emergency Alert on Wednesday: What to Know About the Phone Notification

October 3, 2023

The Gist: Your phone may start buzzing around 2:20 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 4, but don’t fret—it’s part of a large-scale national test to ensure emergency alert systems are up to snuff. The Details: At the mentioned time, FEMA, alongside other agencies,

Odd News

Pecan You Believe It? Stuckey’s Petitions for a Nutty New Emoji

October 3, 2023

Georgia’s Stuckey’s is taking their love for pecans to a whole new level. The company has recently launched a petition on Change.org to shell out a proposal for a new pecan emoji, and they’re hoping the Unicode Consortium will find it a-cracking

Entertainment

‘Annie,’ comes to The Fox Theatre in Atlanta

October 2, 2023

The Gist: The Tony Award-winning musical “Annie” is set to grace the stage at Atlanta’s Fox Theatre from Dec. 5 to 10, as part of the Regions Bank Broadway in Atlanta 2023-2024 season. Tickets go live on Oct. 6. The Details: A

Food

Atlanta is one of America’s top foodie cities

October 2, 2023

The Gist: Atlanta ranks 12th in America’s top foodie cities for 2023, amidst rising restaurant prices and a changing dining landscape. The Details?: WalletHub, a personal-finance website, recently unveiled its report on the best foodie cities in the U.S. for 2023. The

High School Sports

High School Football: UGA football commit Dylan Raiola shows off arm for Buford touchdown

September 30, 2023

Raiola added another big throw to his 2023 highlight reel during Buford's game against Collins Hill on Friday

High School Sports

High School Football: Former Georgia commit Ny Carr breaks Colquitt County record with bobbled touchdown catch

September 30, 2023

The 4-star receiver set a school record in style with his second touchdown of the game Friday night

In The News

High School Football: Wake Forest commit Jeremy Hecklinski propels Walton over East Paulding

September 30, 2023

MARIETTA, GEORGIA – A pair of undefeated teams hooked up at Walton on Friday night, as North Paulding visited the national ranked Raiders, ranked No. 23 in the latest SBLive/Sports Illustrated Power 25. The Wolfpack put up a fight, but Walton quarterback

Crime

Bad News for Trump: First defendant in Fulton County election interference case pleads guilty

September 30, 2023

Scott Hall, one of 19 defendants in the Fulton County election interference case against former president Donald Trump and his allies, pleaded guilty Friday afternoon to five misdemeanor charges. Hall, a bail bondsman accused of entering the Coffee County elections office and

Crime

Georgia mom accused of trying to drown her 7-year-old daughter in Tennessee lake. What we know

September 29, 2023

The Gist: A Georgia mom was arrested on Wednesday afternoon in Tennessee after witnesses reported her attempting to drown a child and then driving her car into a lake. The suspect, Jessica Upton faces charges of attempted first-degree murder and aggravated child

Georgia People

The celebration of Jimmy Carter’s 99th birthday will start early to beat the government shutdown

September 29, 2023

President Jimmy Carter will celebrate his 99th birthday Sunday, and the Carter Center in Atlanta has kicked off the party early. The main event will be held Saturday from noon to 4 p.m., with a birthday cake, food trucks, family-friendly games and

Your Community

Alpharetta wants to know how you feel about short-term rentals

September 29, 2023

The Gist: Alpharetta is taking a closer look at the role of short-term vacation rentals in the community. A public conversation is set for October 18 at City Hall, where residents can share their views on how these rentals are affecting their

Crime

Georgia man accused of blowing up ATM

September 29, 2023

The Gist: A 53-year-old resident of DeKalb County faces a federal indictment for allegedly destroying an ATM in Decatur’s North DeKalb Mall and possessing illegal explosives. According to prosecutors, Abdurrahim Jalal took about $88,000 from the machine’s vault after the explosion. The

Entertainment

New Suspect Arrested in 1996 Death of Rapper Tupac Shakur

September 29, 2023

The rapper was just 25 when he was killed in his car on the Las Vegas strip in 1996.

News You Can Use

Why you shouldn’t plug a space heater into a power strip or surge protector

September 29, 2023

As winter draws near, temperatures across Georgia and the Southern U.S. will — eventually — get colder. For many residents, this means cranking up the heat and using space heaters to keep warm. But an overlooked detail could potentially lead to harmful

Events

Everything you need to know about Crabapple Fest 2023

September 29, 2023

The Gist: Crabapple Fest, Milton’s signature fall gathering, is back with more vendors, more activities, and even more ways for the family to have fun. The event is October 7, promising an action-packed day for upwards of 35,000 visitors. The Details: Slated

Sports

Braves News: Cubs Broadcaster Clarifies Irked Reaction to Ronald Acuña’s 70th Stolen Base Celebration

September 29, 2023

Cubs broadcasters Jon “Boog” Sciambi and Jim Deshaies received some heat Wednesday night after they had a controversial reaction to the Braves’ decision to stop their game when Ronald Acuña Jr. made history by stealing his 70th base of the season. Acuña took the base out of the ground in the

Your Community

Braves fans, have you seen ‘Carrollton Blooper?’

September 28, 2023

Carrollton residents have a new reason to put on their Atlanta Braves gear and step outside. A local version of the Braves mascot, affectionately named “Carrollton Blooper,” has emerged as a symbol of both sports enthusiasm and community spirit on Spence Road.

Crime

When Hospitality Goes Wrong: Buford Resident Robbed in Home-Sharing Scam

September 28, 2023

The Gist: A Buford homeowner’s trust was exploited by an armed robber using a home-sharing platform to gain entry into the home. According to the Gwinnett County Police, 26-year-old Khalil Hamilton tricked the resident into assisting with a bathroom repair, only to

Crime

Home Depot Employee Severely Injured as Thieves Make Off with Power Tools in Norcross

September 28, 2023

Law enforcement is seeking the public’s help in identifying four people connected to a shoplifting case that resulted in a severe head injury for a Home Depot employee. The crime unfolded on September 22 at about 1 p.m. at the Home Depot

In The News

Powerball jackpot hits $925 million

September 28, 2023

The Gist: Hopeful ticket-holders take note, the Powerball jackpot has reached an eye-popping $925 million for the Saturday drawing, the fourth-largest jackpot in the game’s history. The Details: The substantial prize comes after a Wednesday night draw failed to produce a grand

Crime

Violence Erupts in Daylight: Williamson Road Shooting Details

September 27, 2023

The Gist: Late afternoon gunfire and a subsequent vehicle collision on Williamson Road near Brad Walsh Parkway resulted in the hospitalization of a 24-year-old man, who is now in stable condition. The Details: According to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, at around