Pedestrian struck, killed in Athens
Athens-Clarke County police are investigating an accident that claimed the life of a Northeast Georgia man.
At approximately 6:25 p.m. on December 14, officers responded...
Window closing to start 2023 with health coverage through the federal marketplace
(GA Recorder) — The last day to sign up for health insurance in the new year through the federal marketplace is this Thursday.
But if...
Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger pushes for end of general election runoffs
Georgia's Dec. 6 runoff election, which saw U.S. Sen. Raphael Warnock's victory against former University of Georgia football player Herschel Walker drew ire on both...
U.S. House and Senate GOP at odds over massive government spending deal
WASHINGTON (GA Recorder) — Congress is trying to wrap up its remaining must-pass bills before leaving for the holidays — but a split between...
Driver killed in Athens wreck
Athens-Clarke County police are investigating a two-vehicle crash that killed an Athens woman on Wednesday. Police say 78-year-old Rosa Burke died at a hospital following...
Investigators charge Clermont woman with June molestation incident
Hall County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) investigators arrested a Clermont woman Tuesday on charges stemming from an alleged child molestation incident this summer.
Rachel Barbara Wassing,...
Georgia election officials begin audit of 2022 runoff, as drama drags on over state’s...
(GA Recorder) — A statewide audit of Georgia’s U.S. Senate runoff begins on Wednesday allowing counties the chance to confirm the results of Democratic...
Keene stepping down after more than three decades as Cleveland city attorney
Longtime Cleveland City Attorney Grant Keene is stepping down from that position at the end of the year, and the Cleveland City Council took...
Krockum announces bid for sheriff after Terrell says he won’t seek reelection
Demorest Police Chief Robin Krockum has announced his intention to run for Habersham County Sheriff in two years. Krockum posted an announcement to his...
Fieldale Farms, Walmart to receive tax refunds after county scheduling snafu
Habersham County's largest industry and retailer are among the property owners benefiting from tax appeal scheduling snafus. Fieldale Farms and Walmart are both due...
Here’s why food prices remain stubbornly high even as inflation cools
(GA Recorder) — Shoppers hoping for a little relief at the grocery store for their holiday meals will be disappointed by the Consumer Price...
Enrollment in federal marketplace insurance is up nearly 30% in Georgia
In an annual dash for health insurance coverage, the Centers for Medicaid and Medicare are encouraging people to sign up for 2023 marketplace insurance...