Across Georgia, GA|News|
Reality TV Stars Todd And Julie Chrisley Guilty Of Fraud: Reports
The Chrisleys agreed on a settlement with the Georgia Department of Revenue to avoid state charges, paying a $147,944.75 fine.
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Across Georgia, GA|News|
GA Star Wars Fanatic Builds Life-Size X-Wing Fighter To Help Ukraine
An Atlanta man who works as a physician for the CDC, has built a Star Wars X-wing fighter replica as a way to raise money for Ukraine.
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Video: Large Alligator Found In GA Family's Garage
The Donalsonville Police department trapped and relocated a fully-grown alligator that was found in a Georgia family's garage.
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Roswell, GA|News|
2 Roswell Preschool Teachers Arrested Over Abuse Accusations: Report
Roswell teachers from Parker-Chase Preschool were arrested after parents say they witnessed abuse on a live video, according to a report.
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Across Georgia, GA|News|
Man Disappears Swimming In Chattahoochee River Near Atlanta: Reports
A man swimming across the Chattahoochee River near Atlanta hasn't been seen since Monday afternoon, according to reports.
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Across Georgia, GA|News|
FBI Warns Businesses In GA Of Fraud Scheme Using Stolen Credit Cards
The FBI in North Carolina issued a warning for businesses in eight states, including Georgia, about the latest credit card scheme.
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Across Georgia, GA|News|
33 Kohl's Stores In GA May Get New Owners
Kohl's announced it's in exclusive negotiations with a new owner worth about $8 billion. This could bring changes to Georgia stores.
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Across North Carolina, NC|News|
Lockdown Lifted At Southwestern Community College After Shooter Scare
Southwestern Community College put the school on lockdown Tuesday after an alleged active shooter report. Police say there's no shooter.
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Across North Carolina, NC|News|
NC Trooper Shooting Driver Holding Gun: SHP Releases Video
North Carolina State Highway Patrol released a dash camera video Tuesday that shows a trooper shooting a man who got out the car with a gun.
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Across Georgia, GA|News|
GA Gas Prices Hit New Record High, Still Lowest In Nation
As of Tuesday, the average price for a gallon of regular unleaded gasoline is up to $4.30, according to GasBuddy.
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Across South Carolina, SC|News|
30 Dogs, Cats Found Dead In SC Rescue CEO's Home; 'Smell Of Death'
Thirty dead animals were found in the home of an animal rescue director for GROWL. Caroline Dawn Pennington was arrested Friday.
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Across Georgia, GA|News|
Crabmeat Sold In GA Stores Recalled Over Listeria Concerns: FDA
Irvington Seafood has recalled its crabmeat, which was sold in four states, including Georgia, due to the possibility of Listeria, says FDA.
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Across North Carolina, NC|News|
NC Vaccine Manufacturer Seqirus 'Pandemic Ready' Says U.S. Government
Seqirus, in Holly Springs in North Carolina, will deliver 150 million doses of flu vaccine to the U.S. government.
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Across North Carolina, NC|News|
NC Vaccine Manufacturer Seqirus 'Pandemic Ready' Says U.S. Government
Seqirus Holly Springs, in North Carolina, will deliver 150 million doses of flu vaccine to the U.S. government.
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Across North Carolina, NC|News|
Bear Warning: Visitors To NC National Parks Told To Be Alert
Bears have torn down bear bags from trees and carried off backpacks at Pisgah and Nantahala national forests, says the U.S. Forest Service.
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Across Georgia, GA|News|
Mariah Carey Sued Over ‘All I Want For Christmas Is You’ Song: Lawsuit
Mariah Carey, who purchased a home in Metro Atlanta, was sued Friday over her "All I Want for Christmas Is You" song.
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Across Georgia, GA|News|
GA Gas Prices Continue To Climb, 16 Cents More Than Last Week
Georgia gas prices are up 16 cents from last week, but still the lowest in the nation, according to GasBuddy.
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Across South Carolina, SC|News|
SC Graduation Party Shooting Kills 1, Injures 7 Children: Sheriff
"At least 60-70 rounds" were fired at a graduation party in St. Paul, killing a woman. Several children were injured, says sheriff's office.
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Across Georgia, GA|News|
U.S. Sen. Warnock Co-Sponsors New Consumer Protection Bill
The Consumer Protection Remedies Act would fully compensate victims of scam.
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Across Georgia, GA|News|
Doctor Killed In Tulsa Hospital Mass Shooting Attended Emory: Reports
At Emory University Dr. Preston Phillips earned degrees in organic chemistry, pharmacology and theology.
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