ATLANTA - A new Center for Disease Control and Prevention report finds a sharp rise in dangerous drug-resistant bacteria. Release: A new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), published in the Annals…
CDC reports latest national data on syphilis in…
ATLANTA - The Centers for Disease Control reports the latest national data on syphilis in newborns and sexually transmitted infections. Release: New provisional CDC data show U.S. cases of newborn syphilis increased for the 12th consecutive year in 2024,…
Almost 100% of GA drivers admit to aggressive…
ATLANTA - Almost 100% of Georgia drivers admit to being aggressive behind the wheel, according to a new AAA study. Release: Full research report Exposure to aggressive driving fuels more aggression behind the wheel, according…
Kemp recognizes September as Workforce Development Month
ATLANTA - Governor Brian Kemp recognizes September as Workforce Development Month and announces the third Workforce Summit. Release: Governor Brian P. Kemp has proclaimed September as Workforce Development Month in Georgia, recognizing the critical role…
Georgia search warrant results in an arrest for…
GWINNETT CO - The GBI arrests a 59-year-old man for drugs and a firearm during the execution of a search warrant in a Georgia home. Release: The GBI and the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office arrested…
Georgia’s average gas price increases slightly
ATLANTA - The average gas price in Georgia has increased slightly with drivers paying $2.90 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline. Release: The Georgia gas price average ticked up by one cent this week, showing only a…
DOT awards $41.6M in contracts for August
ATLANTA - The Georgia Department of Transportation awards $41.6 million in project contracts for August across the state. Release: The Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) awarded a total of 19 projects valued at approximately…
GDOT announces short-term closure in Dougherty County
DOUGHERTY CO - The Georgia Department of Transportation announces a short-term closure is scheduled for a Dougherty County road. Release: What: Oxford Construction Co. is planning a short-term closure of Gravel Hill Road in order to…
GBI investigates officer shooting turned hostage negotiation
SAVANNAH - The GBI is investigating a shooting involving an officer during a 911 call that turned into a hostage negotiation. Release: At the request of the Savannah Police Department, GBI agents are investigating an…