‘Root for Congo’: Georgia’s Congolese Community Celebrates Nation’s World Cup Return After 52 Years
After 52 years, the Democratic Republic of Congo is back on the World Cup stage. Members of Georgia’s Congolese community are celebrating the long-awaited return as they prepare to watch their national team play in Atlanta on Saturday. Congolese Fans Celebrate in Atlanta Last week, fans gathered at the FIFA…
More Than Half of Georgia Teachers Now Use AI to Prepare for Class
A new report from the Georgia Department of Audits and Accounts shows that many teachers across the state are already using generative artificial intelligence for classroom planning and instruction. The findings are based on more than 13,000 teacher responses from across Georgia. According to the survey, 59% of responding teachers said they…
Convicted Sex Offender Becomes Fugitive After Fleeing During Metro Atlanta Rape Trial, Deputies Say
Deputies in metro Atlanta are searching for a convicted sex offender who authorities say fled during his trial. According to officials, Gary Diggs, 61, was sentenced to life in prison by a Fulton County judge after being convicted of rape. Authorities said he is currently absconding from justice. Fulton County Sheriff’s Office…
GBI Arrests Former Washington City Council Member
A former Washington City Council member was arrested Tuesday, according to confirmation from the Georgia Bureau of Investigation. Nathaniel Cullars, 70, of Washington, Georgia, was taken into custody and charged with two counts of Prohibition on Nude or Sexually Explicit Electronic Transmissions and two counts of Distributing Obscene Material. GBI Asked…
Former Georgia Teacher Indicted on Nearly 30 Sex Crime Charges
A former Alexander High School teacher is facing nearly 30 criminal charges after a Douglas County grand jury indicted her in connection with alleged sexual misconduct involving multiple students. Maris Nichols has been charged with several counts, including first-degree improper sexual contact by an employee, sexual exploitation of children, grooming and child molestation. Allegations Involve Multiple…
First Full Weekend of Summer Brings Heat and Humidity to Georgia
ATLANTA, Georgia — Anyone who has been waiting for summer weather in Georgia may feel it clearly this weekend. As the state moves into the first full weekend after the summer solstice, the forecast pattern is expected to bring classic late-June conditions: rising temperatures, muggy…
National Park Staff Barred From Disclosing Visitor Deaths
The Trump administration has introduced a new communications policy that restricts employees from confirming deaths or sharing details about serious injuries in national parks. A December memo sent to staff at the Interior Department, which oversees the National Park Service, states that employees are no longer allowed…
Regions Bank Names New Leaders in Key Markets to Support Growth and Customer Experience
Regions Bank has announced two major leadership changes designed to support business growth in key Southeastern markets and strengthen service delivery across its full retail banking network. Lisa Phillips will become Consumer Banking Executive for Georgia and the Carolinas, while Mia Hubbard will move into a broader role…
Conservative Georgia Radio Host Backs Jon Ossoff for U.S. Senate
A conservative Georgia radio host has followed through on a public promise and is now supporting Democratic U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff in Georgia’s closely watched Senate race. Shelley Wynter, host of The Shelley Wynter Show on 95.5 WSB in Atlanta, endorsed Ossoff during a June 17 interview with the senator….
Georgia Legislature Ends Special Session With Bill Delaying QR Code Ballot Ban, No Action on Property Taxes
The Georgia legislature passed a bill Tuesday that would continue the use of QR codes on ballots until 2028 and require hand recounts in certain close statewide races. The measure applies to statewide offices such as governor, lieutenant governor and other state-level positions. It does not apply to federal races,…