Northeast Georgia News
Reporting from Barrow, Clarke, Jackson, Madison, Oconee and surrounding counties.
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FULL STORY: Is your Home a Target for Holiday Burglaries?
Athens, Ga -- Want to protect your home and car from being broken into over the holidays? Just click and watch for the simple tips.
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Increased Concern over Synthetic Drugs: What’s the Problem?
Athens, Ga -- Synthetic Drugs. They're increasingly becoming a concern. Click here to find out why synthetic drugs may forever remain "on the market." For ALL the details, tune in tonight at 5:00. Channel 181.
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We’re all Facing the Same Struggle
Athens, Ga -- The President of the NAACP here in Athens speaks on the march planned for this evening at 5:30. Tune in at 5:00 for coverage of the "peaceful protest."
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New Mama’s Boy Spin-off Restaurant is Open for Business!
Athens, Ga -- A new restaurant just opened in Athens. It's a spin-off of Mama's Boy. Want a taste of what this new restaurant is all about? Tune in tonight at 5:00. Channel 181 on Charter.
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Is Your Home an Easy Target for Theft?
Athens, Ga - If you're planning to leave for the holidays, your home may be an easy target for theft. Don't let this happen to you! We'll tell you how to avoid this potential trap, tonight at 5:00.
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A Day in the Life of a School Counselor
Madison County, Ga - Meet Lari Scarborough. She's the Madison County High School Counselor. Reporter Joey Ripley plans to take you behind-the-scenes for a day in the life as a school counselor.
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5 Things to Know Today
Athens, Ga -- Click here to hear about our top 5 stories for the day. We've got protests and scams, money updates, and stories on home safety and sports. Don't miss out!
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Bowman family reacts to plea deal
Athens, GA – An Athens-Clarke County judge sentenced a man to 20 years of prison after a drunk driving accident left a Kennesaw State University woman partially paralyzed. William Heaton accepted 7 of 13 charges against him for striking Emily Bowman in February 2013. The Bowman family, including Debbie Bowman pushing…
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Girl Scout Cookies Go Digital
The ever popular Girl Scout cookies are now being sold online. For the first time ever, you can now get order Girl Scout cookies online, breaking a 112 year old tradition of door-to-door sales. The organization used door-to-door sales to teach scouts valuable lessons, but realized young girls can benefit…
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The Way Your Mailbox Looks Could Save Your Life
JACKSON COUNTY, GA- Having your street number on your mailbox can save your life, but only if first responders can see them. Having highly visual, reflective numbers on your mailbox helps emergency crews get to you as fast as possible. Firefighter, Kevin Anderson says “A call like a cardiac arrest.…