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Family disputes authorities on deaths of twin brothers found on Bell Mountain

Authorities say they're closer to determining an official cause of death for two twin brothers who were found dead on Bell Mountain in Towns...

Gotten a text about Peach Pass lately? It’s probably a scam

There's a highway toll scam circulating you need to be aware of. Cellphone users have reported receiving messages telling them they owe a highway...

GDOT awards NTP for $111 million road project in Union County

The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) has officially issued a Notice To Proceed (NTP) to AIS Infrastructure, LLC for a significant roadway improvement project...

Judge tells Trump administration to explain deportation of Venezuelans to El Salvador

WASHINGTON (States Newsroom) – A federal judge Monday told the U.S. government to prepare to provide answers into allegations by civil rights groups that...

Raffensperger warns of public cemetery scams

Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger is urging the public to remain vigilant when selecting perpetual care and memorialization services following discovery of scam...

Structure fire in Commerce claims family pets, no injuries reported

Banks County Fire and Emergency Services responded to a reported structure fire Sunday, March 16. Emergency personnel were dispatched to 113 Barns Road in...

Legal experts quash Trump argument that Biden pardons signed with Autopen are ‘void’

WASHINGTON (States Newsroom) — President Donald Trump claimed in a social media post late Sunday night that former President Joe Biden’s eleventh-hour pardons for...

Gov. Kemp and DPS announce enhanced ICE partnership

ATLANTA – Governor Brian Kemp announced Monday that all 1,100 sworn officers with the Georgia Department of Public Safety (DPS) will receive training to...

The Hush to open in Clarkesville March 19

A new Cuban restaurant will open in Clarkesville this week. After passing a health inspection Monday, The Hush will officially open on Washington Street along...

Lula residents pay tribute to longtime councilman, WWII vet

Mordecai Wilson, a World War II veteran, long-time councilman in Lula, and a beloved figure in his community, would have turned 100 years old...

Library workers deserve protection, not prosecution

Georgians have access to a public library in every county in the state, adding up to more than 400 public library branches. In 2024,...

Judge orders Fulton DA to pay $54,000 for violating Georgia Open Records Act

(Georgia Recorder) — Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis has been ordered to turn over documents and pay $54,000 in attorneys fees in the...