Retired couple in Georgia faces a $39,000 health insurance bill after losing ACA subsidies
Retirement Dreams Dampened by Rising Insurance Costs After more than three decades together, Barbara Brockway and Matt Padula envisioned their retirement as a time for relaxation and companionship. Reflecting on their journey, Brockway notes, “It’s been 32 years, right? Almost 33.” As an accountant, she and Padula, a former economics teacher and consultant, thought they […]
Unusual Snow May Hit Florida and Georgia as Arctic Chill Moves South
Rare Snow in the South This Weekend Snow is a possibility in the South this weekend, as forecast models indicate an increasing chance of flurries in certain areas. Forecasting groups are monitoring the potential for meaningful snowfall stretching from the Florida Panhandle, through Georgia and the Carolinas, and possibly reaching Virginia. It’s still early in […]
Georgia House representative Karen Bennett accused of unemployment fraud
Georgia Congressman Resigns Amid Fraud Allegations The second Georgia congressman accused of making false claims to receive federal unemployment benefits during the pandemic has announced his retirement. Karen Bennett, from Stone Mountain, roughly 32 miles from Atlanta, is facing charges for allegedly making a false statement regarding her eligibility for benefits. As of Monday, $13,940 […]
Georgia House representative Karen Bennett accused of unemployment fraud
Georgia Congressman Announces Retirement Amid Fraud Charges A second congressman from Georgia has decided to retire as he faces accusations of fabricating claims to obtain federal unemployment benefits during the pandemic. Karen Bennett, hailing from Stone Mountain, about 32 miles from Atlanta, is reportedly at the center of this legal issue. Allegedly, she made false […]
Stacey Abrams decides against running for Georgia governor in 2026 after two defeats.
Abrams Decides Against 2026 Gubernatorial Run in Georgia Stacey Abrams, a prominent Democratic figure and two-time candidate for governor in Georgia, has announced she will not run for the governor’s office again in 2026. Instead, she’s set on addressing what she describes as a troubling shift toward authoritarianism in the U.S. under President Trump. “Americans […]
Special election in Georgia scheduled for March 10 to fill vacancy from former GOP Representative MTG’s resignation.
Georgia Special Election Announcement Georgia’s Republican Governor Brian Kemp has declared a special election set for March 10 to address 14 vacancies within the state. This necessity arises from the recent resignation of former Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene from Congress. Greene officially stepped down from her role this past Monday. This resignation followed a public […]
Father from Georgia killed by Army veteran following altercation in Target parking lot
In a tragic incident in Georgia, a U.S. military veteran is accused of fatally shooting a father of three following an argument about a parking space at a Target. Matthew Traywick was shot in the parking area of a Savannah store and later succumbed to his injuries at Memorial Health University Medical Center, as reported […]
Georgia Democrat resigns amid federal fraud allegations, reportedly took $14K in COVID relief deception.
Georgia House Democrats Resign Amid Fraud Charges Several Democratic members of Georgia’s House of Representatives have stepped down as they confront federal accusations related to allegedly fraudulent claims for coronavirus relief funds. On Monday, federal prosecutors announced the indictment of former state representative Karen Bennett, alleging that she falsely claimed nearly $14,000 in pandemic assistance. […]
Georgia Mega Millions player wins $983M jackpot — the biggest lottery prize in the state
Historic Mega Millions Win in Georgia A Georgia lottery player has claimed an unprecedented $983 million Mega Millions jackpot, marking a record high for the state. The winner, who chose to remain anonymous, came forward on January 2 and opted for the pre-tax cash amount of $453.6 million, as noted by lottery officials. This person […]
Former Georgia state Democratic official charged with wrongfully acquiring nearly $14,000 in COVID unemployment benefits
A former Democratic lawmaker from Georgia has been indicted on federal charges for allegedly lying to obtain around $14,000 in unemployment benefits during the pandemic. Karen Bennett, who served for twelve years in the Georgia House representing the 94th District, stepped down on December 30—just days before the indictment related to a fraud scheme. The […]