News affecting Georgia, Florida and the Southeast
MAYSVILLE - Former Maysville court clerk Jessica Daniels arrested after GBI investigates missing municipal court funds. Release: Maysville, Ga (April 2, 2026) - The GBI has arrested and charged former Maysville Municipal Court Clerk Jessica Daniels,…
CUMMING - Authorities say a Gainesville man was arrested in the ongoing investigation into Diaja Benson’s death. Release: Cumming, GA (April 2, 2026) - The GBI has arrested and charged Loron Spaulding, age 35, of Gainesville,…
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…
ELBERTON - The Georgia Bureau of Investigation has arrested a 15-year-old from Georgia in connection to a death investigation. Release: The GBI has arrested and charged Justin Cleveland, age 15, of Elberton, GA, with Malice…
ATLANTA - Governor Kemp has sent a letter urging Senator Alex Padilla to stop obstructing confirmation of National Guard Bureau position. Release: Governor Brian P. Kemp sent the following letter to Senator Alex Padilla (D-Calif.),…