News affecting Georgia, Florida and the Southeast
GEORGIA - Paddle Georgia, the Peach State’s annual week-long canoe/kayak camping adventure will happen June 14-20. Release: REGISTRATION OPENS FEB. 9 FOR PADDLE GEORGIA 2026, A WEEK-LONG CANOE/KAYAK ADVENTURE ON COOSAWATTEE AND OOSTANAULA RIVERS Paddle…
JACKSON CO. - GBI agents are investigating a death after the body of a man was discovered in the woods on February 4, 2026. Release: Jackson County, GA (February 4, 2026) - At the request of…
BLOOMINGDALE - The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is investigating the death of a 17-year-old male from Georgia. Release: At the request of the Bloomingdale Police Department, GBI agents are investigating the death of Antonio Thornton…
ATHENS - The University of Georgia's Kirby Smart has been named as one of five finalist for the 2025 Dodd Trophy. According to the Georgia Bulldogs website, the University of Georgia's Kirby Smart has been…
CATOOSA CO - The GBI is investigating an officer involved shooting while conducting a stolen vehicle traffic stop. Release: At the request of the Catoosa County Sheriff’s Office, GBI Agents are investigating an officer involved…
ATLANTA - The Georgia Department of Education spotlights Georgia schools identified for Targeted Support and Improvement. Release: Blue Ridge Elementary School -- Fannin County When Blue Ridge Elementary School in Fannin County learned it had been identified for…
ATLANTA - Carr announces multistate settlement with Hyundai and Kia for sales of vehicles lacking industry-standard, anti-theft technology. Release: As a result of the settlement, Hyundai and Kia will offer free hardware fix for all…
ATLANTA - GaDOE releases lists of schools making significant improvements, along with those identified for Targeted Support & Improvement. Release: The Georgia Department of Education released lists of schools exiting – or making progress to…
ATLANTA - AAA reports that the average price for gas in Georgia has decreased with drivers paying $2.76 per gallon. Release: While extreme cold settles across Georgia, drivers are seeing a bit of relief where…
TALLAHASSEE - The Tallahassee Museum will unveil one of its most unusual wildlife additions to date when binturongs make their public debut. Release: The Tallahassee Museum will unveil one of its most unusual wildlife additions…