Georgia among title favorites, hardened by last year’s fiery games
Georgia brings back a lot of production and experience in close games, factors that have former UGA QB Jake Fromm and oddsmakers bullish on the Bulldogs
Jul 3, 2026Open source
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LeRoy Irvin, Georgia native who set punt return record against Falcons, dies at 68
LeRoy Irvin, Georgia native who set punt return record against Falcons, dies at 68
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Georgia middle schoolers take on pressing issues at National Civics Bee State Finals
At the National Civics Bee Georgia State Finals, middle school students faced off in their knowledge of America’s government. GPB’s Tori Mooney has more.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Officials warn about firework safety ahead of the Fourth of July
As families across South Georgia prepare to celebrate Independence Day, safety officials are urging everyone to think twice before lighting fireworks, warnin...
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Georgia officials urge boaters to put safety first during busy Fourth of July weekend
With one of the busiest boating weekends of the year underway, Georgia wildlife officials are urging people to make safety their top priority before heading...
Jul 3, 2026Open source
I-95 southbound lanes cleared following vehicle fire
BRYAN COUNTY, Ga. (WTOC) - [UPDATE 7/3/2026 12:15 P.M.] Roads on I-95 Southbound near Highway 17 are clear again Friday afternoon after a vehicle fire disrup...
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Statesboro man killed in multi-vehicle crash in Savannah
Update 12:30am: Georgia State Patrol releases details of the deadly five-vehicle crash:
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Georgia ice cream shop offers free scoops to kids who can recite Pledge of Allegiance
A popular Georgia ice cream shop is offering kids a chance to earn a free scoop -- if they can recite the Pledge of Allegiance.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
LeRoy Irvin, Georgia native who set NFL punt return record, dies
LeRoy Irvin, a Georgia native and two-time Pro Bowl punt returner and cornerback for the Los Angeles Rams, has died. He was 68.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
13-year-old attacked by shark off Georgia coast
A 13-year-old boy sustained a shark bite to his upper thigh Wednesday afternoon in Chatham County, initiating an emergency rescue.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
‘I thank God every day’: VA clears debt for Georgia widow claiming late husband owed more than $56K
‘I thank God every day’: VA clears debt for Georgia widow claiming late husband owed more than $56K
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Friends and family gathered at Children’s Beach House June 27, to celebrate the life of Margaret “…
Friends and family gathered at Children’s Beach House June 27, to celebrate the life of Margaret “Peggy” Rollins, a Lewes native who passed away Dec. 9...
Jul 3, 2026Open source
SOS: Georgia elections secure in 2026
The most recent audit of primary ballots has yielded more than a 99% match rate, the Secretary of State’s Office announced Thursday.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
As people in Central Georgia gear up to celebrate the holiday, here are tips on how to stay safe, including...
As people in Central Georgia gear up to celebrate the holiday, here are tips on how to stay safe, including the laws that come with Independence Day.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Georgia State Patrol urges drives to be safe during Fourth of July travel period
Georgia State Patrol urges drives to be safe during Fourth of July travel period
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Georgia Fowler, Israel Adesanya’s early July 4 celebrations at billionaire’s star-studded White Party
Kiwi top model Georgia Fowler and UFC star Israel Adesanya have been enjoying some early Fourth of July celebrations in the US, attending sports platform...
Jul 3, 2026Open source
FBI calls for ‘immediate surge’ of personnel to help Fulton County 2020 election probe, sources say
The effort will add 260 personnel in Georgia for a probe of an election President Donald Trump has long alleged was “rigged.”
Jul 3, 2026Open source
The FBI’s Georgia Probe Asks the Question 2020 Critics Tried to Bury
AP Photo/Brynn Anderson The FBI just put hundreds of people on a question much of Washington has spent five years trying to shame out of existence. If Georgi...
Jul 3, 2026Open source
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Region: Central Georgia
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Georgia among title favorites, hardened by last year’s fiery games
Georgia brings back a lot of production and experience in close games, factors that have former UGA QB Jake Fromm and oddsmakers bullish on the Bulldogs
Jul 3, 2026Open source
LeRoy Irvin, Georgia native who set punt return record against Falcons, dies at 68
LeRoy Irvin, Georgia native who set punt return record against Falcons, dies at 68
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Georgia middle schoolers take on pressing issues at National Civics Bee State Finals
At the National Civics Bee Georgia State Finals, middle school students faced off in their knowledge of America’s government. GPB’s Tori Mooney has more.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Officials warn about firework safety ahead of the Fourth of July
As families across South Georgia prepare to celebrate Independence Day, safety officials are urging everyone to think twice before lighting fireworks, warnin...
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Georgia officials urge boaters to put safety first during busy Fourth of July weekend
With one of the busiest boating weekends of the year underway, Georgia wildlife officials are urging people to make safety their top priority before heading...
Jul 3, 2026Open source
I-95 southbound lanes cleared following vehicle fire
BRYAN COUNTY, Ga. (WTOC) - [UPDATE 7/3/2026 12:15 P.M.] Roads on I-95 Southbound near Highway 17 are clear again Friday afternoon after a vehicle fire disrup...
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Statesboro man killed in multi-vehicle crash in Savannah
Update 12:30am: Georgia State Patrol releases details of the deadly five-vehicle crash:
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Georgia ice cream shop offers free scoops to kids who can recite Pledge of Allegiance
A popular Georgia ice cream shop is offering kids a chance to earn a free scoop -- if they can recite the Pledge of Allegiance.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
LeRoy Irvin, Georgia native who set NFL punt return record, dies
LeRoy Irvin, a Georgia native and two-time Pro Bowl punt returner and cornerback for the Los Angeles Rams, has died. He was 68.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
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