Northeast Georgia News
Reporting from Barrow, Clarke, Jackson, Madison, Oconee and surrounding counties.
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January 15 Morning Webcast
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Truck Driver Hospitalized After Overturn Crash
Emergency crews cut driver out of overturned tractor-trailer Athens, Ga (GradyNewSource) – A truck driver has been hospitalized after his tractor-trailer overturned on Highway 29 in Athens during Monday’s evening commute. The driver was on the on-ramp from the 10 Loop when his truck overturned near the merge with Highway…
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Afternoon Webcast
Alexcia says she’s got some crazy weather updates for you tonight at 5 on our first live show!
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Jamie Hood Pleads Not Guilty
Hood accused of killing cop, taking hostages in 2011 Athens, Ga (Grady NewSource) – Accused cop killer Jamie Hood plead not guilty to 70 counts – including murder and kidnapping – in Clarke County Superior Court Friday, the Athens Banner Herald reports. Hood’s trail has been delayed numerous times due…
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Video: Bus and Car Collide on South Milledge
Witness: No injuries, car seriously damage after collision Athens, Ga (Grady NewSource) – A car was seriously damaged Tuesday morning after colliding with an Athens Transit bus on South Milledge, a witness tells Grady NewSource. Around 10 a.m., the black sports utility vehicle, driven by what has only been described…
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High Schools Need Physicals to Prevent Tragedies in Athletics
Oconee County High School Athletic Director Luis Varela is taking precaution to prevent tragedies of death during athletic competition. Luis Varela thinks unexpected deaths during sports is hard to control even with current physical exam processes. However, he said that players are not allowed to play or participate in sports…
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No-kill Shelter Holding Fundraiser Tonight
A local shelter in Bogart is raising money today to save dogs’ lives. The event will be held at the Waffle House on Atlanta Highway from 2-9 pm. The proceeds from the fundraiser will go directly to the non-profit shelter. Petzone rescues dogs and finds them new homes. The facility offers…
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WUGA to Host Lawmakers Chat
In just under 30 minutes we will hear what three local state legislators have to say about popular topics such as gun control and local education reform. WUGA will host the discussion in coordination with The Athens Banner- Herald. Newly elected Democrat Representative Spencer Frye will join returning Republicans Chuck…