Georgia mother drops children from burning balcony into police officers’ arms in dramatic fire rescue The children’s grandfather personally thanked the two officers. We Got This Covered · Apr 14
Florida animal shelter causes outrage after claiming to be full for local dogs, then they imported ‘more desirable’ puppies from Georgia The Humane Society refused over 30 dogs after claiming to be at capacity, only to accept six puppies from another state. We Got This Covered · Apr 14
The must-visit wine destinations and regions of 2026, according to the Wine Travel Awards From ancient winemaking in Georgia to New World wine in California, here’s where you should be headed this year. Euronews · Apr 14
Georgia mom throws two children from balcony of burning home into arms of police officers waiting below The officers arrived to find the 24-unit apartment building partially ‘engulfed in flames’ The Independent UK · Apr 14
Florida cops fear missing 15-year-old girl was kidnapped and taken to Georgia as Amber Alert issued Investigators say they have evidence suggesting Adriana Hernandez could be in danger The Independent UK · Apr 13
Four major races shift in favor of Democrats as Senate looks more likely to swing in their favor Democrats see their fortunes improve in Ohio, Nebraska, Georgia and North Carolina The Independent UK · Apr 13
‘Deported or departed’: Georgia candidate targets immigrants in ad blitz Republican gubernatorial candidate floods media with ads attacking immigrants, trans people and DEI before primary The Guardian - US · Apr 13
Two-Year-Old Keilana Butler Found Safe After Georgia Amber Alert: What Parents Should Know About 'Levi's Call' System Georgia's Levi's Call successfully recovered abducted toddler Keilana Butler, showcasing the Amber Alert system's vital role in preventing child abductions. Stay informed on how you can help in future alerts. International Business Times UK · Apr 13
AI Data Center Boom Falters as 60+ Projects Are Scrapped or Stalled The United States is building AI data center infrastructure at a pace not seen since the interstate highway program, and the strains are beginning to show. inkl · Apr 13
Georgia Drivers Are Reporting a Common Car Mistake That Can Lead to $500+ Repairs If you’ve driven around Georgia lately, you may have heard friends or coworkers complaining about unexpected car repair bills. What’s surprising is that many of these costly fixes stem from the same simple mistake that drivers often overlook. It’s not about reckless driving or major accidents—it’s something far more routine.… Budget and the Bees · Apr 12
Why Georgia Residents Pay a “Birthday Tax” on Their Vehicles If you’ve ever lived in Georgia or recently moved there, you might have been surprised by an unexpected bill tied to your birthday. Locals often call it the “birthday tax,” but it’s not actually a tax in the traditional sense. Instead, it’s part of Georgia’s vehicle registration system, and it… Budget and the Bees · Apr 11
One-year-old Georgia boy tragically dies after eating – except his mother hadn’t even left a single grain of food behind He was left alone with his siblings. We Got This Covered · Apr 11
Black women in Georgia turn to midwives for safer births – so why does the state criminalize many of them? A new lawsuit seeks to decriminalize the work of midwives banned from providing care amid a worsening maternal health crisis The Guardian - US · Apr 11
‘Cannot Get In Touch With Anybody’: Man Buys Toyota From Dealership. Then He Realizes What They Did With His Trade-In A man says an independent dealer in Kennesaw, Georgia, kept him waiting for nearly a month after he drove off the lot, then ghosted his calls, tried to block his own bank financing, tried to sneak a $4,000 warranty back into the deal, and never paid off the loan on… Motor1 · Apr 11
Budget and the Bees · Apr 10 Georgia’s Hands-Free Law: What Drivers Still Get Wrong Georgia’s Hands-Free Law has been in effect for several years, yet confusion still lingers among drivers who believe they fully understand it. While most people know they shouldn’t text and drive, the law goes beyond just putting the phone down. Many drivers unknowingly commit violations that could lead to fines,…
The Times of India · Apr 10 Two Indian-origin men charged in $116,000 mail fraud in Georgia, Mihir Patel used to pose as 'David Williams' Two Indian-origin men, Mihir Patel and Himanshubhai Barot, have been charged in a major mail fraud that took place in 2021 when the duo called people across the US, claiming they were from law enforcement or other organizations. They asked their victims to send them large amounts of cash, between…
The Conversation · Apr 10 I was in Georgia in the late 1980s: I observed how tradition survived harsh Sovietisation and rapid transformation When Soviet president and Communist party secretary Mikhail Gorbachev introduced the policies of perestroika (reconstruction) and glasnost (openness) in the mid-1980s, it marked the beginning of cautious reforms of the Soviet Union. Georgia, or the Georgian Soviet Socialist Republic, to give it its full name at the time, was on…
Budget and the Bees · Apr 9 Storm Damage Claims in Georgia: Why More Homeowners Face Denials Recently Storms have always been part of life in Georgia, but recently, homeowners are noticing something troubling: more insurance claims are being denied. After severe weather events—whether it’s hail, wind, or heavy rain—many expect their policies to provide a safety net. Instead, they’re facing delays, disputes, or outright rejections that feel…
Roll Call · Apr 9 At the Races: Taxes on the trail Welcome to At the Races! Each week we bring you news and analysis from the CQ Roll Call campaign team. Know someone who’d like to get this newsletter? They can subscribe here. By Daniela Altimari, Niels Lesniewski and Mary Ellen McIntire Rising gas prices. Instability in the Middle East. President Donald Trump’s…
The Independent UK · Apr 9 How much does a Masters ticket really cost and are there any left for this week at Augusta? The 2026 Masters tournament got underway on Thursday at Augusta National, Georgia. Tickets are priced at $160 (£119) for tournament rounds from Thursday through Sunday. Tournament organizers have confirmed all of this year’s tickets have already been allocated. The Masters website also makes it clear that “the resale of any…
Budget and the Bees · Apr 8 Georgia Homeowners Face Increased Monthly Costs From New Administrative Fees Rising housing costs are nothing new, but for many Georgia homeowners, a new expense is quietly adding pressure to already tight budgets. Administrative fees—often introduced by homeowners associations (HOAs), property management companies, or service providers—are becoming more common and more expensive. While these fees may seem small at first glance,…
Budget and the Bees · Apr 8 Mechanics Report Georgia Drivers Are Making an Engine Mistake That Can Lead to $700 Repairs If you drive in Georgia, you may be unknowingly making a simple engine mistake that could cost you hundreds of dollars down the road. Mechanics across the state are seeing a surge in avoidable repairs, many of which stem from one overlooked habit. What makes this issue particularly frustrating is…
The Independent UK · Apr 8 What Tuesday’s elections tell us about the ‘blue wave’ coming — and why Trump should be worried ANALYSIS: The special election in MAGA stalwart-turned-Trump-foe Marjorie Taylor Greene’s old district spells trouble for the president — even though a Republican won, Eric Garcia writes. And Wisconsin spells even more trouble for Republicans
The Independent UK · Apr 8 Republican Clay Fuller wins Georgia special election to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene Fuller’s arrival in the House bolsters a slim Republican majority