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Banks County FD responds to fire at Homer residence

Banks County Fire and Emergency Services extinguished a structure fire on the back porch of a single-family residence in the 494 block of Caudell...

State Rep. Victor Anderson named chair of House Governmental Affairs Committee

Just yesterday, Georgia State Rep. Victor Anderson (R-Cornelia) was named chairman of the House Governmental Affairs Committee – one of the busiest committees in...

Former Athens police officer accused of child sexual exploitation

A former Athens-Clarke County police officer was arrested for the alleged sexual exploitation of children on Wednesday morning, according to the GBI. Amber Nicole Ferguson,...

Three arrested on felony drug charges after Hall County raid

Three people were arrested on multiple felony drug charges after a recent raid at an apartment complex in Gainesville, according to the Hall County...

Israel and Hamas agree to ceasefire deal to pause Gaza war and release some...

Multiple officials say Israel and Hamas have agreed to a ceasefire in Gaza and the release of dozens of hostages after more than 15...

Superintendent Matthew Cooper hears praise after announcing retirement

After more than a decade at the helm of the Habersham County School System, Superintendent Matthew Cooper announced his retirement at a school board...

Cleveland Council approves amendments to alcohol beverage ordinance

(Cleveland) - The Cleveland City Council during their regular meeting Monday night voted to approve amending the city’s Alcoholic Beverage Ordinance. During the second reading...

Immigration lawyers fear Laken Riley bill could have broad impact as Trump takes office

WASHINGTON (States Newsroom) — The U.S. Senate this week is moving to pass a bill that immigration attorneys and experts warn could have far-reaching...

Cleveland council approves new city charter

(Cleveland)- The Cleveland City Council has voted to update the city’s charter. During a final public hearing on the issue Monday night, Jan. 13, City...

Man arrested after alleged home invasion in Stephens County

An man was arrested late last week after he allegedly committed a home invasion in Eastanollee, according to the Stephens County Sheriff's Office. Authorities say...

Help needed to locate missing teen in Toccoa

The Toccoa Police Department is asking for the public's help in locating a missing teen. Michael Martin was last seen leaving a residence on North...

Details still to come, but governor says limits on lawsuit awards in Georgia his...

(Georgia Recorder) — Republican Gov. Brian Kemp says he will soon unveil “a robust legislative package” calling for new limits on lawsuits in Georgia...