Commerce swears in new police chief
The Commerce Police Department officially brought on new Police Chief Jeff Drossman during a swearing-in ceremony held Tuesday, May 6, when Judge Billy Chandler...
Treasury advises Congress must deal with debt limit before August or face default
WASHINGTON (States Newsroom) — The Treasury Department announced Friday that Congress must address the debt limit before August, setting a firm deadline for Republicans...
Suspect in Elbert County shooting taken into custody
The suspect wanted in connection with a recent shooting in Elbert County has been taken into custody, according to the Elbert County Sheriff's Office.
Tysamin...
Possible road rage incident on Big A road under investigation
Authorities are investigating a possible road rage incident on Big A Road at Highway 17 in Stephens County Friday, May 9.
According to the Stephens...
Marjorie Taylor Greene declines to challenge Jon Ossoff in Georgia Senate race
ATLANTA (AP) — U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene said Friday she won't challenge Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff of Georgia in next year's midterms, delivering...
Trump again tries to defund NPR and PBS, sparking a new congressional battle
WASHINGTON (States Newsroom) — President Donald Trump urged Congress to eliminate funding for the Corporation for Public Broadcasting during his first term, but was...
Fiveash recalls journey in driving development through Partnership
After five years leading Partnership Habersham, Charlie Fiveash has stepped down from his role as executive director. His resignation came in late April, with...
Lula man arrested after vehicle pursuit in Cornelia
A brief vehicle chase through Cornelia on Thursday, May 8, ended with the arrest of a Lula man who now faces multiple charges.
According to...
Purple Heart recipients recognized
WoodmanLife Chapter 565 of Cleveland recently recognized local military personnel who received a Purple Heart. A total of seven recipients were recognized.
The featured speaker...
K9 alert leads to nearly 12-pound marijuana bust in Banks County
A routine interaction between deputies and a bus, occupied by civilians, at a local gas station in Banks County led to an alleged drug...
Cornelia continues search for lead pipes in its water system
Cornelia plans to continue to conduct a citywide inspection to identify lead pipes in the water system, in accordance with a federal EPA mandate....
Trump asks U.S. Supreme Court to end humanitarian protections for migrants from 4 nations
WASHINGTON (States Newsroom) — The Trump administration Thursday made an emergency request to the U.S. Supreme Court to allow the deportation of more than...