ISIS disrupts Damascus calm, says it assassinated Shi'ite figure
The attack, which took place on May 1, 2026, revived memories of the group’s past hit-and-run operations targeting carefully selected religious and militar...
May 10, 2026Open source
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Syria’s crackdown on Hezbollah shows Damascus's commitment to security - analysis
Hezbollah entered Syria in large numbers around 2012-2013 via the city of Qusayr, with its role in Syria diminishing since the fall of the Assad regime.
May 6, 2026Open source
Brief alcohol ban in Damascus sparks concerns about President al-Sharaa's vision for Syria
Brief alcohol ban in Damascus sparks concerns about President al-Sharaa's vision for Syria
May 4, 2026Open source
Islamic State-linked families stuck because of Australia’s refusal: Syrian officials
The women, who had been hoping to return to Australia with their children, never reached Damascus International Airport despite securing flights.
Apr 29, 2026Open source
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'We want to have a 100% turnout' | Polls open across Georgia for Primary Election Day
Election Day is here in Georgia. More than 1 million Georgians voted early. Voters must report to their assigned polling location and bring a valid photo ID...
May 19, 2026Open source
Protests Ripple Across the South as Red States Race to Eliminate Black Seats
Thousands marched and protested this weekend in the southern states where Republicans are silencing Black voters — with some, including Louisiana and Alaba...
May 18, 2026Open source
Democrats outpace Republicans in early voting in Georgia primaries
A record number of Georgians turned out to the polls during the early voting period for the 2026 midterm primary elections.
May 18, 2026Open source
Drier for Mother’s Day, Storms Return Monday
Light showers and sprinkles linger this evening and overnight tonight, potentially into your early Sunday for some too. Fog will develop across South Georgia...
May 10, 2026Open source
Campaigns enter homestretch as Trump, Obama try to whip up support for Georgia candidates
There is one more week of early voting left before the May 19 primary election, and for those voters who remain on the fence about which candidate to support...
May 9, 2026Open source
LSU baseball can’t hold onto another early lead, fall to Georgia to begin series in Athens
LSU baseball lost to Georgia on Friday after pitching surrenders early four-run lead.
May 9, 2026Open source
Rick Jackson edges Burt Jones in Georgia governor primary poll as GOP races head to final stretch
With early voting underway and Georgia’s primary less than 2 weeks away, a new Quantus Insights poll shows a very close Republican contest for governor.
May 8, 2026Open source
Raffensperger backs Kemp on redistricting as Carter pushes to halt voting and redraw maps
Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger is pushing back on Rep. Buddy Carter’s call to halt House races for redistricting, saying early voting is alr...
May 8, 2026Open source
Crossroads 2026: Trafalgar Poll Continues Touting Pamela Evette
Over the past decade, the Atlanta, Georgia-based Trafalgar Group has produced some of the most reliable public opinion surveys in the entire nation. Led by...
May 7, 2026Open source
Strong to severe storms this evening, into Thursday morning with possible tornadoes
ATLANTA — Strong to severe storms are expected to move through North Georgia on Wednesday night and through early Thursday morning.
May 6, 2026Open source
Republicans battle to replace outgoing U.S. Rep. Barry Loudermilk
Early voting is now open in the race for Georgia’s 11th Congressional District, one of the few federal seats in Georgia with no incumbent.
May 6, 2026Open source
Truck crashes into moving train, sparks derailment in central Georgia
An early-morning crash in central Georgia left a train partially derailed and a truck driver under arrest, authorities say.
May 6, 2026Open source
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Soperton receives $1.1M for Hurricane Helene cleanup nearly 2 years after storm devastated Central Georgia...
Federal funding reimburses debris removal companies that worked on credit after September 2024 disaster
May 20, 2026Open source
'Click it or ticket' | Warner Robins Police say traffic enforcement campaign to kick off next week
According to a release, the Warner Robins Police and Georgia Governor's Office of Highway Safety are coming together for the yearly "Click It or Ticket" camp...
May 14, 2026Open source
'In the top of the nation' | Georgia National Fairgrounds project aims to double livestock capacity
A new $21 million project at the Georgia National Fairgrounds will nearly double livestock capacity, adding more space for shows, competitors and visitors.
May 11, 2026Open source
1 dies in collision between ATV and truck in Thomas County
Georgia State Patrol (GSP) said the accident happened on McMillan Road near Myrick Road in Thomas County, near the Colquitt County line.
May 11, 2026Open source
Atlanta-area nonprofit helps reunite incarcerated moms with their families
Women on the Rise was founded in 2013 to help formerly incarcerated women get out from behind bars and back on their feet. In 2020, they launched an annual M...
May 8, 2026Open source
'Monster with a badge': How an officer was convicted in teen's shocking murder
Susana Morales, 16, was last seen leaving a friend's home in Norcross, Georgia. Her remains were located in the woods nearly seven months later.
May 8, 2026Open source
Georgians, even many Republicans, oppose a federal election takeover
An AJC poll shows most Georgia voters — including nearly half of Republicans — oppose federal control of elections amid Trump’s renewed focus on 2020.
May 7, 2026Open source
List boasts nearly 4K new homes potentially being constructed in Kingsland
A development activity report submitted to the Kingsland City Council and its mayor shows a tremendous amount of potential projects on the horizon for the Ci...
May 6, 2026Open source
'I'm lucky to be alive': South Georgia firefighter loses longtime home to wildfire
A major wildfire that tore through South Georgia had scorched nearly 23,000 acres by Tuesday night and was 85% contained, officials said.
May 6, 2026Open source
Georgia officials knew chemicals from carpet mills were polluting local water. The people did not
State officials knew nearly two decades ago that toxic chemicals called PFAS were spreading from the carpet mills of northwest Georgia into rivers that are t...
May 6, 2026Open source
Europe's first commercial robotaxi service rolls out in Croatia
For nearly a month, a Croatian company has been rolling out what it says is Europe
May 5, 2026Open source
Man accused of stealing nearly $80K from Georgia little league
A man is facing charges after Georgia police say he drained nearly $80,000 from a youth baseball league bank account.
May 5, 2026Open source
Georgia man accused of fraudulently spending nearly $80,000 of little league's money
Police in Georgia have arrested a man in connection with an alleged $80,000 theft involving a little league organization.
May 5, 2026Open source
The Atlanta Police Department put out a be-on-the-lookout notice for 27-year-old Shykecia Hayes.
The Atlanta Police Department put out a be-on-the-lookout notice for 27-year-old Shykecia Hayes.
May 4, 2026Open source
'This is home': Brantley County family vows to rebuild after wildfire destroys longtime house CNN
A wildfire destroyed nearly everything Electra Masterson and her family owned, but the Brantley County resident says she is focused on what comes next.
May 2, 2026Open source
Georgia wildfires: For group of female evacuees, a long wait to return home
Nearly 20 women housed at a Brantley County nonprofit raced to flee flames. Their rural campus has survived — barely. It’s unclear when they’ll be allo...
May 1, 2026Open source
Wildfires continue to spread across South Georgia
A massive wildfire near the Georgia-Florida line has spread to nearly 30,000 acres and remains just 10% contained, according to the Georgia Forestry Commission.
May 1, 2026Open source
Volunteers rally to evacuate nearly 200 animals as Brantley County wildfires threaten South Georgia Equine...
Volunteers rally to evacuate nearly 200 animals as Brantley County wildfires threaten South Georgia Equine RescueRead full article: Volunteers rally to evacu...
Apr 30, 2026Open source
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Damascus is in Early County, Georgia.
Region: South Georgia
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Inside the social media clash shaking up Georgia's GOP Senate runoff
A social media post from an account tied to GOP Senate candidate Mike Collins has ignited severe backlash amid a highly competitive Georgia primary race.
May 23, 2026Open source
Why Burt Jones says his billionaire opponent is hiding his past
Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones faces healthcare billionaire Rick Jackson in a high-stakes Georgia primary runoff election on June 16.
May 22, 2026Open source
Driving on empty could cost you more than filling up at the pump
Georgia gas prices are averaging $4.00 a gallon, but in some parts of the metro, it's costing close to $5.00.
May 22, 2026Open source
Video shows 'complete mayhem' during Atlanta high school graduation fight
An Atlanta high school graduation fight broke out Thursday outside a commencement ceremony on the Georgia Tech campus.
May 22, 2026Open source
The Lady Vols advance to their 10th College world series after beating Georgia, 2-1
Mardjetko’s performance helped seal the win and punched Tennessee’s ticket back to the Women’s College World Series.
May 22, 2026Open source
'I appreciate the opportunities' | Georgia Military College cadet earns historic appointments to four U.S....
Ty Aveni makes history as the first to earn appointments to four U.S. service academies, after being waitlisted from the Coast Guard Academy.
May 22, 2026Open source
24-year-old dirt bike driver killed in Macon County crash, coroner says
Coroner Eddie Hosley says the crash is under investigation by the Georgia State Patrol and the Montezuma Police Department.
May 22, 2026Open source
Taking a dip this summer? Georgia Power offers water safety tips and how to stay safe
Georgia Power, the largest nongovernmental provider of recreation facilities in the state, offered tips on how to stay safe if heading to the water this summer.
May 22, 2026Open source
Historic $10 million donation to Georgia basketball is the largest in UGA Athletic Association history
The university said the donation represents a landmark moment for the athletic department as Georgia looks to continue investing in and expanding its program.
May 22, 2026Open source
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