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What is SB 452 in Georgia? What to know about 401(k) bill
1+ hour, 43+ min ago (189+ words) A measure aimed at boosting retirement benefits for certain Georgia law enforcement officers has passed the state Senate. Senate Bill 452 would increase the maximum employer contribution to a 401(k) plan for eligible state law enforcement officers. Under current law, employer contributions…...
Carter Camacho of Georgia arrested with shotgun outside U.S. Capitol
3+ hour, 16+ min ago (172+ words) A young Georgia man allegedly committed some very threatening acts in Washington, D.C. on Tuesday. Carter Camacho, 18, was arrested after U.S. Capitol Police say he ran toward the Capitol with a loaded shot gun, multiple rounds of ammunition, and a tactical style…...
Vote for Athens-area 2026 preseason baseball player of the year
8+ hour, 47+ min ago (96+ words) It's time for readers to decide who their baseball preseason player of the year will be. Vote for Athens-area 2026 preseason baseball player of the year It's time for readers to decide who their baseball preseason player of the year will…...
Edrick Faust found guilty in cold case murder of UGA student Tara Baker
21+ hour, 14+ min ago (121+ words) After 25 years, a jury found Edrick Faust guilty of the murder of University of Georgia law student Tara Baker, thanks to advanced DNA evidence. Edrick Faust found guilty in cold case murder of UGA student Tara Baker Twenty-five years after…...
Project Safe announces 2026 'Dancing with the Athens Stars' cast
21+ hour, 16+ min ago (118+ words) Project Safe has announced the 2026 cast for its 'Dancing with the Athens Stars' fundraiser, scheduled to take place on March 21. Project Safe announces 2026 'Dancing with the Athens Stars' cast Athens-based nonprofit Project Safe has announced the cast for this year's…...
Trump is coming to Georgia as voting starts in race for MTGs seat
23+ hour, 19+ min ago (465+ words) ROME " President Donald Trump is heading to northwest Georgia this week as voting kicks off in the district to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene, who resigned at the beginning of the year. Early voting in the race began Monday, and 18 candidates…...
Georgia PSC Republican won't seek reelection, eyes Congress
1+ day, 3+ min ago (273+ words) ATLANTA " A Republican incumbent on the Georgia Public Service Commission announced Tuesday that she will not stand for reelection, just months after two Democrats ejected two GOP incumbents with decisive electoral victories. Tricia Pridemore, appointed in 2018 and up for reelection…...
Watch what happened when this Georgia man discovered mispriced meat at Walmart
1+ day, 6+ min ago (125+ words) A Georgia man has gone viral for a series of TikTok videos where he says mislabeled meats at three Walmarts led some shoppers to be charged more than double what they should have paid. In the first video, uploaded on…...
Georgia officials react to Jesse Jackson's death. Here's what they said
1+ day, 1+ hour ago (261+ words) As news spread of the death of civil rights leader Jesse Jackson Tuesday morning at 84, Georgia officials and community voices reflected on his impact and legacy. According to reports, the specific cause of death has not been released. However, family…...
Trader Joe's opening 2 new grocery stores in GA, 1 near Augusta. Where?
1+ day, 3+ hour ago (292+ words) Trader Joe's is one of the more unique grocery stores with its private-label products, festive design, and scavenger hunt experiences. It has a devoted following, and we have good news for the chain's Georgia fans. Last week, Trader Joe's announced…...