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Can Georgia have rent-control laws? When can landlords raise your rent?

Can Georgia have rent-control laws? When can landlords raise your rent?

Georgia has no statewide rent cap, but landlords must follow lease terms and notice rules before increasing rent. Here's what to know.
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5 Georgia hospitals ranked among the nation's best in new list

5 Georgia hospitals ranked among the nation's best in new list

U.S. News ranked the top hospitals in Georgia based on patient outcomes and performance in key medical procedures.
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Statesboro Faces Dangerous Heat with Index Reaching 115°F

Statesboro Faces Dangerous Heat with Index Reaching 115°F

A Heat Advisory is in effect for Statesboro and Bulloch County, Georgia, through 8 p.m. Friday, August 14, 2026, as temperatures soar near 98°F (36.7°C) with heat index values potentially reaching 107°F (41.7°C). The National Weather Service (NWS) warns of hazardous heat conditions persisting into early next week, with inland heat index values possibly climbing to 115°F (46.1°C) on Saturday. Overnight lows in the mid to upper 70s°F (23-26°C) will provide little relief. Scattered thunderstorms are possible, but rain chances remain limited, and drought conditions persist across southeast Georgia. The Atlantic hurricane season is becoming more active, but no tropical systems currently threaten the region. Residents are urged to prepare for prolonged heat and monitor updates from the NWS and local authorities.
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Venice Residents Face Eviction Due to Nithya Raman-Backed Housing Project

Venice Residents Face Eviction Due to Nithya Raman-Backed Housing Project

Mary Alice Crowe, 71, and Allan Phillips, long-time residents of a Venice apartment, are facing eviction due to a $133 million affordable housing project supported by LA mayoral candidate Nithya Raman. The Venice Dell project aims to construct 120 affordable housing units, including apartments for formerly homeless and low-income residents. However, the development would replace the existing low-income fourplex where Crowe and Phillips have lived for decades. The project has sparked controversy, with City Attorney Hydee Feldstein Soto labeling it 'infeasible and unauthorized' due to its high cost per unit. The situation is set to unfold in court, with residents seeking to halt the project and developers filing eviction actions.
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Georgia Bureau of Investigation Conducts Drug-Related Search in Albany

Georgia Bureau of Investigation Conducts Drug-Related Search in Albany

A significant police operation took place on 6th Avenue in Albany, Georgia, involving the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI). The operation, which occurred on Thursday morning, was centered around a drug-related case. According to a Georgia State Patrol trooper present at the scene, the GBI led the investigation, which included a search of a residence in the 1200 block of 6th Avenue. A K9 unit was also deployed to assist in the search. While it appears that at least one individual was arrested, official confirmation from authorities is pending. The operation attracted a large police presence, indicating the seriousness of the investigation. Further details about the case and the individuals involved have not been disclosed at this time.
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Georgia Faces Maternity Care Crisis as Nearly Half of Counties Lack Facilities

Georgia Faces Maternity Care Crisis as Nearly Half of Counties Lack Facilities

A recent report by the March of Dimes reveals that nearly 44% of Georgia counties are classified as maternity care deserts, meaning they lack birthing facilities and obstetric clinicians. This situation affects approximately 158,000 women and results in about 10,000 births annually in these underserved areas. The report highlights that nearly 65% of Georgia counties do not have a birthing facility, forcing many women to travel over 30 minutes to access labor and delivery services. The lack of maternity care is part of a broader issue affecting the Southern United States, where 38.7% of counties are maternity care deserts.
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How dangerous are Georgia roads? Here's what caused the most deaths in GA

How dangerous are Georgia roads? Here's what caused the most deaths in GA

A new analysis ranks Georgia No. 34 among the states for driver danger, using factors including traffic deaths, speeding, and more.
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Georgia Faces Intense Heat Wave with Heat Index Above 100°F

Georgia Faces Intense Heat Wave with Heat Index Above 100°F

Georgia is bracing for its hottest stretch of the summer as a strong dome of high pressure moves eastward, bringing soaring temperatures and oppressive humidity. Metro Atlanta is already experiencing difficulty cooling down overnight, with Friday morning temperatures starting at 78°F (25.6°C) and a dew point of 72°F (22.2°C), creating muggy conditions. Athens tied its record for the warmest overnight low at 75°F (23.9°C). Daytime temperatures are expected to climb into the low 90s°F (32-34°C) on Friday, with the heat index reaching or exceeding 100°F (37.8°C) for several hours. The heat wave is forecasted to intensify over the weekend and continue into early next week, with daily chances of thunderstorms providing only temporary relief. (Source: FOX 5 Atlanta, Source time: Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:33:05 GMT)
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Heat Advisory Issued for Most of Georgia Amid Dangerous Temperatures

Heat Advisory Issued for Most of Georgia Amid Dangerous Temperatures

A heat advisory has been issued for nearly all of Georgia, effective from noon on Friday, August 14, 2026, until 8 p.m. on Saturday, August 15, 2026. This advisory comes as the state experiences a wave of dangerously high temperatures, part of a broader heat event affecting the southern United States. Residents are urged to take precautions as the heat wave is expected to persist through the weekend and into the following week. The advisory highlights the potential for heat-related illnesses and stresses the importance of staying hydrated and avoiding prolonged exposure to the sun.
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Hazardous Weather Outlook: Heat and Storms in Georgia

Hazardous Weather Outlook: Heat and Storms in Georgia

A Hazardous Weather Outlook has been issued for north and central Georgia, warning of dangerous heat and thunderstorms through the weekend. A Heat Advisory is in effect starting at noon Friday, August 14, 2026, with heat indices expected to reach triple digits. Isolated to scattered thunderstorms are forecasted, which may bring strong wind gusts and heavy rainfall. The National Weather Service emphasizes caution for outdoor activities and advises checking on vulnerable populations during this period of elevated heat and humidity.
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Get ready, Georgia, it's going to be hot. See the expected heat index

Get ready, Georgia, it's going to be hot. See the expected heat index

Georgia will see upper-90s to near-100-degree temperatures through the weekend, with heat indexes up to 113 and afternoon storms possible.
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Georgia High School Shooting Leaves Student Wounded, Suspect in Custody

Georgia High School Shooting Leaves Student Wounded, Suspect in Custody

A shooting incident at Warner Robins High School in Georgia resulted in one student being wounded. The altercation, which involved two ninth-grade students, escalated into a physical fight in a school bathroom, leading to the shooting. The injured student was taken to a hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The suspect, who fled the scene, was apprehended about an hour later in a nearby neighborhood. The incident prompted a significant response from law enforcement, and the school will be closed for the remainder of the week to allow for crisis counseling and recovery.