Government shutdown primed to roll into next week after US Senate deadlocks again
WASHINGTON (States Newsroom) — An agreement to reopen the federal government was nowhere in sight Friday after U.S. Senate Democrats and Republicans failed Friday,...
For the first time in half a century, Cleveland’s firefighters have a new home
The City of Cleveland’s new fire station is now officially open, following a grand opening and, in place of a ribbon cutting, a hose...
Deportation protections for 300,000 Venezuelans denied again by US Supreme Court
WASHINGTON (States Newsroom) — The U.S. Supreme Court, on Friday, again allowed the Trump administration to strip temporary protections for more than 300,000 Venezuelans,...
Habersham school board to consider policy, personnel at October meeting
CLARKESVILLE — The Habersham County Board of Education will meet Monday, Oct. 6, at 6 p.m. to vote on personnel matters, financial items, and...
White County sheriff warns of new phone scam targeting employers
CLEVELAND, Ga. — The White County Sheriff’s Office is alerting local businesses to a phone scam now circulating.
According to a recent statement, scammers have...
United Way: Homeless issue will take all of the community’s help
The United Way created a Housing Solutions Group to address homelessness in the community. Pat Frey, vice president of Home for Good said they...
Three arrested for Columbus drive by that left teen, unborn child dead
Three people are in police custody for a drive by shooting in Columbus that claimed the lives of a 17-year-old and her unborn child. On...
Renewal of health subsidies backed by big majorities in poll, including Trump voters
WASHINGTON (States Newsroom) — The vast majority of Americans, including Republicans and those who identify as strong supporters of President Donald Trump, want Congress...
20 arrested in Stephens County drug trafficking bust
STEPHENS COUNTY, Ga. — A yearlong investigation into a major drug network ended this week with 20 arrests in Stephens County. Six search warrants...
Demorest man arrested on child molestation charges
TOCCOA, Ga. — A Demorest man is behind bars facing multiple child sex crime charges after Stephens County deputies arrested him during a traffic...
Baldwin names Ross Jackson as new fire chief
BALDWIN, Ga. — After serving six months as interim chief, Ross Jackson has been officially named fire chief for the City of Baldwin. He...
Athens reacts to town hall meeting on vaccines
As federal officials responsible for recommending vaccines urge doctors and patients to share decision-making when it comes to getting vaccinated, Athenians gathered to hear...