News affecting Georgia, Florida and the Southeast
ATHENS — UGA receives $3.7 million to help rural healthcare facilities prepare for disasters and infrastructure disruptions. Release: UGA Institute for Disaster Management receives $3.7M grantThe funds will help rural healthcare facilities prepare for disasters…
SOUTH FULTON — GBI investigates an officer-involved shooting that injured a bystander after officers encountered two dogs. Release: South Fulton, GA (September 24, 2026) - At the request of the South Fulton Police Department (SFPD),…
SOUTH FULTON – The GBI is investigating after Eric Bates allegedly shot his wife and fired at officers before being found dead. Release: SOUTH FULTON, Ga. – The Georgia Bureau of Investigation has identified the…
CORNELIA – The GBI arrested a former Cornelia IT director accused of stealing more than $95,000 from the city. Release: Cornelia, GA (August 31, 2026) – The GBI has arrested and charged Jeremy Ron Dundore,…
HINESVILLE – The GBI is investigating an officer-involved shooting that left a 31-year-old Hinesville man critically injured. Release: Hinesville, Liberty County, GA (August 29, 2026) - At the request of the Hinesville Police Department, GBI…
ATLANTA – Georgia health officials confirm four additional measles cases linked to a metro Atlanta daycare outbreak. Release: **ATLANTA—**The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) has confirmed four additional cases of measles. These cases are…
FRANKLIN CO. – Walmart plans a $1.3 billion automated fulfillment center in Carnesville, creating 1,000 jobs and expanding shipping capacity in Georgia. Release: LIMA, PERU – Governor Brian P. Kemp today, while continuing an economic…
GEORGIA – A new study finds small-business owners are delaying AI adoption, with many citing employee loyalty and personal responsibility as key reasons. Release: AI may promise lower costs, faster output, and leaner teams, but…
ALBANY – Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia and Powerhouse Automotive Group are partnering on a new campaign featuring a co-branded pink Ford Bronco. Release: Albany, Georgia (August 26, 2026)— Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia is…
ATLANTA – Governor Brian Kemp has appointed judges Veronica H. Cope and Kathrine M. Armstrong to serve on the Gwinnett Judicial Circuit Superior Court. Release: SANTIAGO, CHILE – Governor Brian P. Kemp today, while on…