Tbilisi Roadworks Unearth Medieval Pottery Trove
#Archaeology #GeorgiaArchaeologists in Tbilisi unearthed 10th-century pottery during disruptive Rustaveli Avenue roadworks, offering rare medieval insights. The ceramic workshop, six meters deep, highlights Tbilisi's rich Silk Road history. Artifacts will undergo 3D scanning at the National Museum. read more
Georgia High School Shooting Injures Student, Teen Arrested
#SchoolShooting #GeorgiaA Georgia high school shooting wounded one student after a bathroom fight escalated; the teenage suspect fled but was arrested an hour later. The school locked down, and officials praised training for minimizing harm. read more
Georgia man dies after breaking into his own home
#Georgia #TragicAccidentA Georgia man died after breaking his own home's window while intoxicated and losing keys, suffering a fatal arm laceration from blood loss. Police call it a tragic accident with no foul play. read more
Mother uses gas pump nozzle to thwart kidnapping
#Georgia #KidnappingA Georgia mother used a gas pump to thwart an armed kidnapper's attempt to snatch her child at a Shell station. Police arrested Jerahn Tucker for attempted kidnapping, simple assault, and possession of a THC vape. read more
Georgia school shooter pleads guilty to 55 counts
#SchoolShooting #GeorgiaTeenager Colt Gray, 16, pleaded guilty to 55 counts for killing four and wounding others at Apalachee High School. His father, Colin Gray, was convicted for providing the rifle. Sentencing is pending without a plea deal. read more
Trump supporter mimics presidents signature gestures at rally
#TrumpRally #GeorgiaAt a Georgia rally, a man behind Trump mimicked the president's signature "accordion hands" gesture and fist-pumping dance. The unidentified imitator, holding a Trump sign, mouthing words and causing laughter, went viral on social media as Trump remained unaware. read more
Georgia school shooter faces sentencing after plea
#SchoolShooting #GeorgiaTeen Colt Gray, accused of killing four at Apalachee High School, built a shrine to Parkland shooter Nikolas Cruz. His non-negotiated plea hearing is set for July 24, leaving sentencing to the judge. read more
Georgia officer charged with burning puppies alive
#AnimalCruelty #GeorgiaGeorgia animal control officer Carlos Santillan allegedly placed four live puppies into an incinerator at Monroe County Animal Shelter. Arrested within six hours of a tip, he faces animal cruelty charges. The case will go to a grand jury. read more
Georgia man dies of heart attack dumping girlfriends body
#TrueCrime #GeorgiaA Georgia man strangled his girlfriend, then died of a heart attack while dumping her body in Alabama woods. Authorities found both bodies together, confirming strangulation via autopsy. He had a pre-existing heart condition. read more
Fun Spot America Atlanta Closing After 30 Years
#AmusementPark #GeorgiaFun Spot America in Fayetteville, Georgia, closes August 2 after 30+ years. Normal operations continue until then; passes honored in Florida. The $18M ArieForce One roller coaster may relocate. read more
Georgia mayor fires entire police force over wife
#Georgia #PoliceCohutta, Georgia Mayor Ron Shinnick dissolved the entire police department after officers allegedly made comments about his wife on social media. The mayor called it "time for a change," while former officers claim it was a personal vendetta. read more
Georgia Reps Washington Claim Sparks Debate
#USPolitics #GeorgiaGeorgia Rep. Clay Fuller, who replaced Marjorie Taylor Greene, sparked ridicule by claiming Georgia was named for George Washington. Critics noted it honors King George II. Fuller's office called the video satire, but the gaffe fueled online debate. read more
Georgia Halts Fuel Taxes as Mideast War Drives Up Prices
#GasPrices #GeorgiaGeorgia suspends its fuel tax for 60 days to provide gas price relief, becoming the first state to act after Middle East conflict spiked costs. The move will cost the state up to $400 million in foregone revenue. read more
Ex-NBA Stars Defrauded: Calvin Darden Jr. Sentenced to 12+ Years
#Georgia #NBAfraudCalvin Darden Jr., a Georgia businessman, received a 12-year federal prison sentence for deceiving NBA players Dwight Howard and Chandler Parsons out of millions. Darden swindled $7 million from Howard for a fake WNBA team purchase and defrauded $1 million from Parsons. read more
Georgia Lawmakers Abandon Student Violence Database in School Safety Bill
#Georgia #SchoolSafetyBillGeorgia lawmakers abandon plans for a student database to prevent violence after a school shooting. Lawmakers compromise on other aspects of a safety bill, removing the database due to concerns about due process and potential unfair treatment of minorities. read more
High school student faces "terrorist threat" charge over diss track
#Georgia #USCrimeGeorgia high school student, Cortez Lyles, charged with making a terrorist threat for releasing a diss track about a fellow player, despite the lyrics being typical of rap boasting. Parents argue lyrics weren't literal threats, aim to resolve charges. read more
Georgia Gov. Kemp's Tort Reform Faces Criticism as Session Ends
#Georgia #lawsuitreformGeorgia Governor Brian Kemp's efforts to limit lawsuits face increasing opposition, with the legislative session nearing its end. Business owners, doctors, and Democrats are rallying against the proposed tort reforms, while House Republicans remain divided. Concerns include potential limitations on victims seeking justice. read more
Georgia Mother Finds Comfort and Joy Amidst Unimaginable Loss
#Georgia #HawksAndButterfliesMichele Davis, a Georgia mother, finds solace after her son's murder at a hawk-themed vigil, marked by subsequent appearances of hawks and butterflies. A song written for her son by a former student on "American Idol" serves as a poignant reminder of her loss. read more
Two Arrested in Connection with Tragic Bartender Shooting Deaths
#Georgia #UScrimeTwo suspects have been charged in the shooting death of Brianna Long, a college student killed while working at a bar in Georgia. The men, Tsion Clayton and Kimone Green, were already in custody on unrelated matters. read more
Tension high as Rep. McCormick faces backlash over Trump support
#Georgia #DonaldTrumpRepublican Representative Rich McCormick faced a hostile crowd at a Georgia town hall, booed for his support of the Trump administration's DOGE initiative. Attendees criticized him for backing federal spending cuts, particularly targeting the CDC. Voters opposed the approach and expressed concerns over potential delays in social programs. read more
Georgia Senate Advances Bill to Address Deaths in Fulton County Jail
#Georgia #FultonCountyJailRepublicans in a Georgia Senate committee passed a bill requiring Atlanta to allow the Fulton County sheriff to use the city jail at a reasonable cost. This aims to address overcrowding and improve conditions, but has faced opposition from Democrats and concerns about state interference. read more
Georgia's Crackdown on Anti-Government Protests Draws International Concern
#Georgia #HumanRightsCrackdownA Russia-inspired crackdown in Georgia has resulted in the imprisonment of over 40 individuals following anti-government protests. The ruling Georgian Dream party's actions, similar to Russia's, have raised concerns about civil liberties and human rights violations. read more
Georgia Snowstorm Strands Drivers, Forces Overnight Struggles Across State
#Georgia #SnowStormSleeplessnessGeorgia drivers were stranded in their cars for 15 hours due to light snow paralyzing communities. Some were forced to sleep in their vehicles overnight. The state of emergency remained in place across Georgia as unprecedented cold weather caused chaos on the roads. read more
Goodwill Employee in Georgia Seeks Owner of Abandoned Urn
#Georgia #AshesReunitedA Goodwill employee in Georgia is on a mission to reunite an urn filled with ashes left at the store with its rightful owner. The employee, a US Army veteran, is determined to honor the motto of "No soldier left behind." read more
Teen Arrested for Bringing Gun to Apalachee High School
#Georgia #SchoolSafetyA 14-year-old student was arrested for bringing a gun to Apalachee High School in Georgia, the site of a deadly shooting in September. The student is facing charges for possessing a weapon on school grounds. read more
Judge Stephen Yekel tragically takes his own life in courtroom
#Georgia #JudgeStephenYekelGeorgia judge Stephen Yekel, 74, committed suicide in his courtroom on his final day in office after losing his re-election bid. His death is under investigation, and condolences were offered by local authorities. The courthouse will resume normal business after closure. read more
Georgia in Turmoil as Mikheil Kavelashvili Sworn In amid Protests
#Georgia #EUFormer Manchester City player Mikheil Kavelashvili becomes Georgia's new president amid protests against his inauguration as a hardline critic of the West. Protests erupted after the government suspended joining the EU. Allies claim election fairness, while critics dub the parliamentary election fraudulent. read more
Tragic carbon monoxide poisoning kills 12 at Georgia ski resort
#Georgia #CarbonMonoxideTwelve people, mostly Indian nationals, tragically died from carbon monoxide poisoning at a ski resort in Georgia. Initial investigations suggest a generator was turned on in an enclosed area, leading to the fatal incident. Gudauri ski resort, located north of Tbilisi, is a popular destination. read more
Tragic Carbon Monoxide Poisoning kills Twelve at Georgia Ski Resort
#Georgia #CarbonMonoxideTragedyTwelve people, mostly foreign nationals, died in a Georgian ski resort from suspected carbon monoxide poisoning. The tragic incident occurred in an Indian restaurant where a generator was mistakenly turned on in an enclosed area, leading to the deadly gas buildup. read more
Georgia Elects Anti-Western Ex-Footballer as President Amid Protests
#Georgia #FootballerPresidentFormer Premier League footballer Mikheil Kavelashvili has been elected as Georgia's new president, shifting the country's stance to anti-Western views. This move follows protests against the pro-Western incumbent party and its decision to delay EU accession, sparking ongoing unrest in the country. read more
Georgia family mourns after police shoot beloved dog during "swatting" incident
#Georgia #PoliceShootingA family in Georgia is grieving after their beloved dog, Zeta, was shot dead by police responding to a false "swatting" call. The incident, captured on bodycam footage, has left the family heartbroken, with the owner planning legal action against the police. read more
Five Found Dead in Apparent Murder-Suicide Near Atlanta Apartment
#Georgia #MurderSuicideFive individuals, including a 5-year-old girl and a 1-year-old boy, were found shot dead in what appears to be a murder-suicide at an apartment near Atlanta in Georgia. The victims, including two women and a man, were discovered by police during a welfare check. read more
Mystery Solved: Missing New York Couple's Car Found in Pond
#Georgia #MissingCoupleA car containing a human bone was discovered in a pond in Brunswick, Georgia, potentially belonging to a New York couple missing since 1980. The vehicle matches the Romer couple's description, but conclusive identification is pending. read more
"Magnet Fisher's Find Helps Crack Double Murder Case in Georgia"
#Georgia #MurderResolutionA magnet fisher found a rifle in a creek, leading to the resolution of a 2015 double murder in Georgia. The fisher also found the victims' belongings like licenses and credit cards, aiding in convicting Ronnie Jay Towns. read more
Georgia Mom Arrested After Child Wanders Alone, Sparks Debate
#Georgia #ParentingRightsBrittany Patterson, 41, was arrested in Fannin County, Georgia, after her 10-year-old son wandered into town while she was at a doctor's appointment with another child. The mom defended that the road was not dangerous, expressing frustration at the arrest. read more
Protests Erupt in Abkhazia Over Russian Property Pact Proposal
#Georgia #AbkhaziaPolice clashed with protesters in Georgia's Abkhazia region over a proposed pact allowing Russians to buy property there. Demonstrators outside parliament in Sukhumi opposed the agreement, fearing it would benefit Russians, inflate prices, and increase Moscow's influence. read more
Georgia Senator Proposes New Gun Safety Policies After School Shooting
#GunRegulation #GeorgiaGeorgia lawmaker Emanuel Jones suggests new gun safety policies in response to a school shooting, including making it a crime to give children access to guns and implementing a 10-day waiting period for assault rifle purchases. read more
Georgia Man Accused of Scamming Victims with Fake Tickets
#Georgia #TicketScamGeorgia man Matthew Timothy Neet is accused of scamming over 30 victims in the state by selling fake college football and concert tickets, along with non-existent real estate, totaling $1.3 million. Neet was arrested and charged with theft by deception. read more
Georgia Polling Stations Receive Russian-Origin Bomb Threats on Election Day
#Georgia #ElectionSafetyGeorgia's polling stations faced bomb threats of Russian origin on Election Day, leading to evacuations in Union City and Fulton County. The threats, investigated by the Secretary of State, were deemed non-viable. Georgia remains a crucial swing state in the presidential election. read more