A former childcare worker accused of molesting children in her care could face a combined sentence of life plus 122 years behind bars on if she doesn’t accept a deal from prosecutors. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks ] “The defendant’s total exposure would be life plus 12...
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After a beautiful stretch of weather, clouds will increase for the weekend ahead of a busier, more active weather pattern next week. Tonight Clouds will slowly increase this evening, but no rain is expected. It’ll be noticeably milder, with overnight lows in the upper 50s to low ...
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A 50-year-old man was arrested Thursday after authorities say he shot up a home in Cherokee County earlier in the week. Taconda Lashad Bush of Cartersville was charged with felony aggravated assault and felony aggravated stalking in connection with drive-by shooting at a home on ...
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A Georgia man is facing drug charges after deputies say they discovered what he allegedly did inside a home while trying to avoid arrest. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks ] Kevin Betts was arrested Wednesday after deputies encountered him and others at a ...
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The 2026 scholars are recognized during a pinning ceremony celebrating their selection for the Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Rural Pediatric Scholarship Program, which supports future health care professionals committed to serving rural Georgia. (Photo courtesy of Children’s H...
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What you’ll learn in this story: No tricks here — the questions that expose a weak extended warranty. That $2,000 treat for the dealer could haunt your car payment with interest. Why your factory warranty might already be the best costume — check if it transfers. ATLANTA, Ga. (At...
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Early voting ends Friday for the Nov. 3 election in Georgia. There are dozens of races set for the general election in November. The key statewide races include Georgia Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Secretary of State and Attorney General. For the federal midterm elections, vote...
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The McDonough Police Department arrested a suspect Wednesday afternoon after a deadly shooting at The Crest at South Point apartments. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks ] Officers responded to the complex at about 4 p.m. and found a man outside an apartmen...
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Georgia voters have selected their party nominees for these major statewide races, which include the races for U.S. Senate, Governor, Lt. Governor, Attorney General, Secretary of State and more....
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Georgia voters will cast ballots Tuesday in critical federal and statewide contests, and FOX 5 Atlanta is rolling out complete, multi-platform coverage....
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( Aging Untold ) — On this episode of Aging Untold, we address how aging and illness can impact intimacy, sharing practical ways for couples to talk openly and safely navigate sex after a diagnosis. Then, we discuss clinical trials, why older adults are frequently underrepresente...
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The Australian woman who was convicted of feeding her relatives deadly mushrooms will spend the rest of her life behind bars after her appeal is denied. In fact, her sentence was made harder. Read more trending news Erica Patterson was sentenced to life in prison with a non-parol...
