Gang and RICO Investigation Arrests

A 21-month joint drug investigation resulted in the arrest of 30 individuals in Warner Robins on Oct. 8.

Seven search warrants led to the seizure of around 24.5 pounds of suspected marijuana, 53 suspected ecstasy pills, six grams of suspected methamphetamine, two grams of crack cocaine, six firearms, and a significant amount of U.S. currency.

The arrested individuals face various charges, including drug trafficking, possession with intent to distribute, and violations of the Street Gang Terrorism and Prevention Act.

  Georgia to Withdraw National Guard From DC

Georgia has announced plans to withdraw its National Guard troops from Washington, D.C., by the end of November.

In September, Georgia deployed over 300 troops to the district in support of President Trump’s efforts to crackdown on crime.

The federal emergency declaration, which was issued in August, expired last month as Congress did not renew it. However, thousands of troops have remained in Washington, D.C.

Savannah Bananas Coming to Atlanta

The Savannah Bananas are returning to Truist Park in Atlanta from May 8-10, 2026, as part of their most extensive tour to date.

Over 3 million people are expected to attend the new Banana Ball Championship League tour, which will visit 75 stadiums across 45 states.

Two new teams will join the league in 2026: the Loco Beach Coconuts and the Indianapolis Clowns.

Those interested in attending can join a ticket lottery through the team’s website.

➤ Peachtree City: The Atlanta Air Show will proceed as scheduled today; however, military aircraft will not participate at the show due to the ongoing federal government shutdown. (More)

➤ DeKalb County: School Superintendent Devon Horton has been federally indicted on 17 counts for allegedly orchestrating a kickback scheme and stealing money from a school district in Illinois where he was previously employed. (More)

➤ Commerce: More than 100 workers at a Baker & Taylor book distribution facility suddenly lost their jobs without severance pay. (See Details)

➤ Gwinnett County: Officials approved a near $1 million purchase of three new ambulances for the Gwinnett County Fire and Emergency Services in Lawrenceville. (More)

➤ Savannah: The city has broken ground on a $225 million, 444-room Signia by Hilton hotel that’s expected to open in the summer of 2028 and create 250 jobs. (More)

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➤ Over half of NBA general managers voted the Atlanta Hawks as having the best offseason in the league after acquiring Kristaps Porzingis, Nickeil Alexander-Walker and Luke Kennard over the summer. (More)

➤ A court determined the Atlanta Falcons were exempted from a worker’s compensation claim filed by former offensive lineman Wayne Gandy. Gandy was claiming several long-term injuries over the course of his career, but the claim, filed in California, cannot overrule the worker’s compensation laws in Atlanta. (More)

➤ The Atlanta Braves are partnering with Atlanta Public Schools to bring new turf infields to every high school program in the district. (More)

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➤ Adel Animal Control safely captured and relocated an alligator found roaming in the city. (See Video)

➤ Seven Georgia hotels have been awarded a Michelin Key by the Michelin Guide—more than double last year’s total. (See List)

➤ Students at Mary Lin Elementary in Atlanta launched a “Homeless Pets Club,” organizing donation drives and raising awareness to support overcrowded animal shelters. (More)

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2. Fredi Gonzalez: 18%
3. David Ross: 18%
4. Walt Weiss: 18%
5. Other/No opinion: 28%

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