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…
Murphy Woman Found Dead in North Georgia Lake
HIAWASSEE — Authorities are investigating after a woman’s body was discovered near a dock on Lake Chatuge. Release: Hiawassee, GA (May 11, 2026) – The GBI is investigating the death of Shelley Lynn Dietrich, age 59,…
CDC Transfers Hantavirus Cases to Atlanta
ATLANTA — Two hantavirus patients are being transported to Emory University’s Serious Communicable Diseases Unit in Atlanta. Release: ATLANTA – The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) has been notified by the Centers for Disease Control…
Tax Relief Announced for South Georgia Wildfire Victims
ATLANTA — State and federal tax relief announced for residents impacted by South Georgia wildfires and drought conditions. Release: ATLANTA – Governor Brian P. Kemp, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), and the Georgia Department of Revenue…
Macon Man Dies After Release From Detention Center
HOUSTON CO. — A Macon man died after experiencing medical issues during release from the Houston County Detention Center. Release: Houston County, GA (May 7, 2026) - At the request of the Houston County Sheriff’s Office,…
Kemp Signs Georgia Public Safety Bills
ATLANTA — Governor Brian Kemp signed multiple bills supporting Georgia law enforcement and strengthening public safety statewide. Release: ATLANTA - Following the annual Public Safety Memorial Ceremony, Governor Brian P. Kemp - alongside First Lady Marty…
Georgia Tax Collections Rise in April
ATLANTA — Georgia’s April net tax collections increased 5.9%, reaching nearly $3.95 billion for the month. Release: ATLANTA – The State of Georgia’s net tax collections in April totaled almost $3.95 billion, for an increase of…
GBI Investigates Dublin Shooting
DUBLIN — The GBI is investigating a Dublin apartment shooting that left one man critically injured Wednesday morning. Release: Dublin, Georgia (May 6, 2026) – The GBI is investigating a shooting that left one man injured…
Georgia AG Backs Parent Rights Complaint
ATLANTA — Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr joined 19 attorneys general supporting a federal investigation into Maryland school policies. Release: ATLANTA, GA – Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr and 19 other attorneys general have sent…