Adam Schlueter has been convicted by a federal jury in Atlanta for physically and sexually abusing two minors while stationed overseas as a soldier between 2009–2013. Prosecutors say strong collaboration among agencies ensured accountability despite international dimensions.
Jonathan Miltimore of the Foundation for Economic Education criticized Seattle’s App-Based Worker Minimum Payment Ordinance as abandoning free-market principles.
The Clayton County Board of Commissioners will hold public budget meetings on April 20, April 27, and April 28 for fiscal year 2027 requests. These sessions come amid changing school…
The Rockdale County Sheriff’s Office reported an officer-involved shooting after responding to an indecent exposure call. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is reviewing the incident and will release further details…
Governor Brian P. Kemp announced new appointments filling key judicial and prosecutorial vacancies across Georgia on April 17. The appointees bring decades of legal experience from various regions within the…
Authorities executed an early morning search warrant at a Broxton residence after investigating suspected drug activity. Agents seized marijuana, THC vapes, firearms,and cash; one person was arrested facing felony charges.
Senator Jon Ossoff pledged continued efforts to secure resources for new clinics and hospitals serving underserved communities across Georgia amid ongoing rural hospital closures.
Stephen Michael Bunte, a former Cherokee County deputy sheriff, has been sentenced to fifteen years in federal prison after pleading guilty to charges related to child sexual exploitation material following…
Atlanta Public Schools will hold its third annual Student Film Festival on May 13 at Maynard Jackson High School. The event encourages student creativity through various filmmaking categories open across…
Cedric King has been named head girls’ basketball coach at Rome High School after leading several successful programs across Georgia high schools. He brings extensive experience along with philosophies focused…
Two men face federal firearms charges after a gun used in a deadly attack on a Homeland Security employee was traced back through illegal purchase methods involving false statements at…
Hali Chase and Matthew Raettig have been named assistant principals for Jackson County High School starting July. The new hires come as part of broader leadership changes within the district’s…
Clayton County Parks and Recreation will host a Movie Under the Stars event featuring “Inside Out 2” on May 2 at Rex Park. The announcement coincides with new demographic data…
Individual income taxes in Georgia reached $4.7 billion in the second quarter of 2025.
U.S. Representative Andrew Clyde called for outright rejection of the DIGNIDAD Act as Congress debates immigration reform proposals.
A new episode of the Clayton Connected Podcast discusses pedestrian safety and community engagement with local officers. The article also examines recent demographic trends in Clayton County schools.
Clayton County has announced ticket sales for its upcoming Senior Prom Night on May 22 in Riverdale. The event invites adults aged 55 and older for an evening featuring dinner,…
The Glynn County Board unanimously adopted updated subdivision regulations and zoning ordinances after years of public input. The changes address issues such as accessory dwelling units, tree canopy preservation on…
A Douglas woman was arrested after authorities seized enough fentanyl for thousands of lethal doses during an April search operation led by local drug units. Officials say new state laws…
Glynn County Manager Bill Fallon shared updates on summer event planning and improvements in Animal Services. Enrollment trends in local schools were also highlighted with new demographic data released by…
Of the $33.6 billion in taxes collected by Georgia in 2024, 47.6%, or $16 billion, came from individual income taxes, according to the U.S. Census Bureau’s Annual Survey of State…
Two men have been charged in connection with an alleged $100 million tax refund scheme involving stolen identities submitted to the IRS between 2018-2023. Authorities say fraudulent refunds were funneled…
The City of Savannah will implement street closures and boost safety measures for Crush Reloaded Weekend on April 17–19 due to anticipated large crowds downtown. Temporary no-parking zones, enhanced law…
Clayton County will hold an in-person workshop on May 5 about doing business with the county. The event aims to guide attendees through licensing and procurement processes. Recent school enrollment…
CJ Pearson of the Republican National Committee Youth Advisory Council called for ‘a China Exit Incentive Program’ as part of efforts to address persistent U.S.-China trade imbalances.
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