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Winter weather preparation

‘Brine boss’ helps GDOT prepare for approaching ice storm

The Georgia Department of Transportation is ready to face off with Mother Nature to help keep drivers safe on the roads once the ice storm passes.

The ultimate severe weather supply guide for the South

Here's how smart preparation helps people across the South stay safe and comfortable through severe weather events. Credits: AJC | AP

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Scratch-off lottery ticket leads to $4M prize in Griffin

The “200X The Money” ticket worth $4 million was purchased at Kips Package Store on South Hill Street in Griffin.

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U.S. House passes final spending bills, reducing shutdown odds

All five Democrats in Georgia's U.S. House delegation opposed a bill funding the Department of Homeland Security, which oversees ICE.

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The new CDC deputy also a MAHA fan and vaccine skeptic

Dr. Ralph Abraham of Louisiana began as the CDC’s principal deputy director Jan. 5.

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Heavy equipment lifting business at crucial time for Brunswick port

Auto tariffs have slowed business in Brunswick, Georgia, the nation’s busiest port for vehicles. Rising trade of farm, construction and mining machinery is offsetting losses.

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‘Soldiers of Christ’ murder case in limbo after judge cuts claims

The case against a family of Korean nationals alleged to be members of a religious group is in limbo after a Gwinnett County judge dismissed the most serious charges.

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Todd Burkhalter, founder and CEO of Drive Planning, pleaded guilty to wire fraud, and prosecutors have recommended he be sentenced to 17 years in prison. (Facebook)

CEO of Alpharetta firm pleads guilty in $380M Ponzi scheme

The founder and CEO of an Alpharetta investment advice firm has pleaded guilty in a deal with prosecutors accusing him of operating Georgia's largest Ponzi scheme.

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Armed man fatally shot by DeKalb deputies during eviction, GBI says

The shooting followed a shot fired at deputies, hours of negotiations, tear gas use and a SWAT standoff at a house on Young Road near Redan Middle School.

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