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GBI arrests Stewart County man for Friday afternoon homicide
LUMPKIN, Ga. (WALB) - The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) arrested and charged a Lumpkin man in connection to a Stewart County homicide. On Friday, April 26 at around 12:15 p.m., the Lumpkin Police Department responded to reports of gunshots in the 300 block of Main Street in Lumpkin. When...
Dawson honors the legacy of Laverne Paul, matriarch of Paul’s Restaurant
DAWSON, Ga. (WALB) - It was a packed house at Paul’s Restaurant in Dawson on Monday, as Terrell County residents remembered a cook who brought Southern hospitality to the area. Her name is Laverne Cross Paul. She died on Friday, April 26, yet many are continuing the legacy she...
Lee County man injured after accidental shooting, sheriff’s office says
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - The Lee County Sheriff’s Office now confirms that a Sunday night shooting was accidental. A sheriff’s department spokesperson told WALB News 10′s Ashanti Isaac that deputies came to a home on the 100 block of Alder Drive for a registered welfare check shortly after 5:30 p.m. Sunday and found a man suffering from a gunshot wound with non-life-threatening injuries.
Georgia School Counselor Exposes Special Needs Teacher Caught Dragging Student by Her Feet Leaving Parents Outraged: ‘How Many Times Did This Happen?
A Georgia special-needs teacher has raised concern among parents after she was accused of physically abusing a student. The principal of Kinchafoonee Primary School in Leesburg, about 80 […] Georgia School Counselor Exposes Special Needs Teacher Caught Dragging Student by Her Feet Leaving Parents Outraged: ‘How Many Times Did This Happen?
One more day of dry weather before isolated rain chances enter the forecast.
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - Through Monday: Surface High pressure will dominate the forecast and keep southeasterly winds across South Georgia. This will not do much for us tonight as skies begin to clear and lows fall into the upper 50s and low 60s, but this will keep moisture around on Monday. This introduces a chance for a spotty shower or two mainly in our western counties. Most will remain dry and fairly sunny throughout Monday as highs climb into the middle 80s.
Some showers but hotter days ahead
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - Summer-like from the weekend extends through the week. Before the heat peaks, scattered showers and isolated storms return Tuesday afternoon. A strong storm or two is possible with gusty winds however a severe outbreak isn’t expected. Rainfall will average 1/4-1/2″ while some not even a raindrop.
No hearings scheduled in Eufaula triple homicide case three years after Cuthbert family's deaths
It's been three years since Remona Hudson and her two children were found dead in a partially-submerged car in Lake Eufaula, however the court clerk for Barbour County tells WALB there are no hearing or trial dates set for suspect at this time.
Albany woman celebrates significant milestone 101st birthday
ALBANY, Ga. – A resident of Dougherty county marked a significant birthday milestone this past weekend, with just as large a family on hand to celebrate. Beatrice Malone Smith celebrated her 101st birthday with her family gathering in Albany, where Beatrice has lived her entire life. Her extensive family...
Merry Acres Track and Field team earns gold in two state events
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - One way to keep the high school programs at the top is to start before they get there. The City of Albany is finding ways to get kids involved. At Merry Acres Middle School, it’s starting to pay dividends. “This new school based athletics program...
Albany Area Primary Health Care receives $5.2M grant
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - Albany Area Primary Health Care, Inc. is the recipient of a $5,187,269 Health Center Program grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The announcement came Monday from Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr., (GA-02). “Even though more Americans have access to affordable healthcare...
‘All clear’ given after possible armed person reported on ASU West Campus
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - An all-clear has been given after a person armed with an AR-15 was reported on ASU West’s campus Monday night. An alert sent at 10:22 p.m. read “A dangerous person possibly armed with a weapon was reported near West Campus dorms, Vllage South and West Commons. If you are near the reported location, immediately lock and barricade yourself and others in a room if possible.”
Dropping rain chances and breezy winds as we close out the weekend
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - Sunday: High pressure will dominate the eastern United States, leading to winds out of the southeast and mild highs in the 80s. Slightly drier air will prevent any shower activity for your Sunday and give way to more abundance in sunshine. Temperatures moving into the night will drop into the low to middle 60s.
Rural healthcare in the spotlight in Georgia director's film 'The Only Doctor'
GPB's Peter Biello speaks with director Matthew Hashiguchi about his film, 'The Only Doctor'. A film set in southwest Georgia sheds light on how hard it can be for people in rural communities to find quality, affordable health care. The Only Doctor profiles Doctor Karen Kinsell, whose Clay County clinic is a lifeline for poor residents of one of Georgia's unhealthiest counties. And she's worried about what happens when she's gone. The film airs on GPB TV Monday, April 29 at 10 p.m. on Reel South. Director Matthew Hashiguchi spoke with GPB’s Peter Biello.
Car destroyed after catching fire on US 19 Dragway
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - On Friday, April 26, the Albany Fire Department responded to a car on fire at the US 19 Dragway in Albany. According to officials, at around 8:02 p.m., a person reported a vehicle on fire at the dragway. All occupants were able to be taken out of the vehicle before first responders arrived.
Albany police searching for bike theft suspect
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - The Albany Police Department (APD) is asking the public to help identify the suspect in a bike theft. Police say the suspect stole a bike from the garage of a home in the 2500 block of Ridgewood Lane. The Trek Touring Nike bike is worth about $1,200.
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