Murder suspect arrested after high-speed chase
A man wanted for murder in Columbus, Georgia, was apprehended in Banks County on Monday, April 28, following a brief police pursuit on Interstate...
Old courthouse demolition ahead of schedule
The old Habersham County courthouse building is coming down ahead of schedule, and in accordance with regulatory protocol, according to city officials.
Clarkesville City Manager...
Baldwin denies library funding request, receives police department report
The Baldwin City Council voted unanimously on Monday, April 28, to deny a $5,000 annual funding request from the Habersham County Library System, citing...
Krockum recognized for commitment to safety at Habersham schools
Habersham County Sheriff Robin Krockum was recognized by school system officials for his continued commitment to school safety during a regular board of education...
Georgia gas prices continue to fall
Georgia drivers continue to see slight relief at the gas pump, with the state's average price for regular unleaded gasoline dipping to $2.91 per...
Piedmont women’s golf holds steady in second at USA South Tournament
The Piedmont University women's golf team held steady in second place after day two at the USA South Conference Tournament. Erin Donovan continues to sit...
Kemp signs bills requiring school panic buttons, ban on trans girls in Georgia school...
(Georgia Recorder) — A bill aimed at boosting safety in Georgia schools and another banning transgender girls from girls’ school sports teams were among...
Black female WWII unit the Six Triple Eight will receive the Congressional Gold Medal
The only Black, all-female unit to serve in Europe during World War II, commonly known as the Six Triple Eight, will be presented Tuesday...
Trump orders list of ‘sanctuary cities’ to target for funding freeze
WASHINGTON (States Newsroom) — President Donald Trump on Monday evening signed executive orders targeting so-called sanctuary cities by threatening to revoke federal funding and...
Questions remain almost two months after twin brothers found dead on Bell Mountain
A family is still awaiting answers nearly two months after two brothers were found dead on Bell Mountain in Towns County.
The Towns County 911...
Inmate sentenced to 5 years for attacking jailer
A Habersham County jury found a former inmate guilty of felony obstruction of a law enforcement officer and battery for knocking a jailer unconscious...
As Gov. Brian Kemp signs Georgia school safety law, supporters look to implementing it
ATLANTA (AP) — Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp on Monday signed a law that supporters hope will prevent future school shootings like the one that...