Stimulus payment March 2026, IRS direct deposit relief, tariff dividend & tax refund fact check
Claims about new stimulus checks, IRS direct deposits, relief payments and tariff dividends circulated widely throughout 2025, and they’re still making the rounds in 2026. The question is whether any of it actually checks out.
Claims about new stimulus checks, IRS direct deposits, relief payments and tariff dividends circulated widely throughout 2025, and they’re still making the rounds in 2026. The question is whether any of it actually checks out.
Driver sentenced in fatal I-575 Cherokee County tow truck crash
David Beaver has been sentenced for vehicular homicide in the death of tow truck driver Frank Ingram along I-575 in Cherokee County in 2023.
David Beaver has been sentenced for vehicular homicide in the death of tow truck driver Frank Ingram along I-575 in Cherokee County in 2023.
Shaquille O’Neal surprises paralyzed Georgia teen with dream NBA trip
NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal surprised 18-year-old Brandon Simmons at his McDonough home.
NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal surprised 18-year-old Brandon Simmons at his McDonough home.
Atlanta council member on future of a free Iran: ‘You can't bomb your way to democracy’
Atlanta City Councilmember Lilliana Bakhtiari is one of the most high-profile Georgians of Iranian descent. Born and raised in Atlanta to Iranian immigrants,
Atlanta City Councilmember Lilliana Bakhtiari is one of the most high-profile Georgians of Iranian descent. Born and raised in Atlanta to Iranian immigrants,
What's next in Atlanta's bid to host the 2028 Democratic National Convention
One local economist says hosting the DNC could give the area a boost, noting that 2028 could be a big year for Atlanta, as it will also play host to the Super Bowl that year.
One local economist says hosting the DNC could give the area a boost, noting that 2028 could be a big year for Atlanta, as it will also play host to the Super Bowl that year.
Fulton jail overcrowding: Board of Commissioners approves controversial plan
A plan to reduce overcrowding at Fulton County’s Rice Street Jail, approved by the Board of Commissioners on Wednesday morning, has blindsided some Fulton County officials.
A plan to reduce overcrowding at Fulton County’s Rice Street Jail, approved by the Board of Commissioners on Wednesday morning, has blindsided some Fulton County officials.
A crime most fowl: Henry the turkey’s hilarious standoff with Georgia police
A defiant turkey named Henry blocked traffic and physically chased responding Cobb County officers off the roadway.
A defiant turkey named Henry blocked traffic and physically chased responding Cobb County officers off the roadway.
James Talarico thanks supporters, warns billionaires in Senate primary victory speech
Texas Rep. James Talarico, the Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate, thanked his grassroots supporters and gave a warning to the "billionaire class" in his victory speech Wednesday night.
Texas Rep. James Talarico, the Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate, thanked his grassroots supporters and gave a warning to the "billionaire class" in his victory speech Wednesday night.
Bizarre discovery at South Fulton funeral home sparks investigation
South Fulton police are addressing internet rumors that human remains were found at Forest Lawn Funeral Home.
South Fulton police are addressing internet rumors that human remains were found at Forest Lawn Funeral Home.
‘The Masked Singer’: Eggplant eliminated; here’s who it is
Eggplant was unmasked on “The Masked Singer" after “Ozzfest Night." The celebrity behind the costume was a familiar soap star with decades on TV.
Eggplant was unmasked on “The Masked Singer" after “Ozzfest Night." The celebrity behind the costume was a familiar soap star with decades on TV.
Coweta County grandfather sentenced to prison for child sexual abuse material
A 53-year-old Coweta County grandfather has pleaded guilty to possession of child porn after authorities say they found dozens of videos and images on his electronic devices after his arrest in 2024.
A 53-year-old Coweta County grandfather has pleaded guilty to possession of child porn after authorities say they found dozens of videos and images on his electronic devices after his arrest in 2024.
Henry County police on high alert for Saturday’s 'Urban Air Takeover' event
Another weekend “teen takeover" has authorities on high alert. This time, it was advertised in Henry County.
Another weekend “teen takeover" has authorities on high alert. This time, it was advertised in Henry County.
Atlanta Police release video of southwest Atlanta apartment shootout; suspect at large
Authorities are searching for the gunmen responsible for a shootout at a southwest Atlanta apartment complex two days after Christmas.
Authorities are searching for the gunmen responsible for a shootout at a southwest Atlanta apartment complex two days after Christmas.
Triple the limit: New details in Hall Sheriff Gerald Couch's DUI arrest
New details are emerging after Hall County Sheriff Gerald Couch was allegedly caught serving "all over the roadway" with a blood alcohol level nearly three times the legal limit last week in a county-issued SUV.
New details are emerging after Hall County Sheriff Gerald Couch was allegedly caught serving "all over the roadway" with a blood alcohol level nearly three times the legal limit last week in a county-issued SUV.
Georgia couple describes life under fire in Israel: ‘Calm boredom and nervousness’
A Georgia couple say they are stuck in Israel with no clear timeline for when they will be able to return home.
A Georgia couple say they are stuck in Israel with no clear timeline for when they will be able to return home.
‘I was being recorded’: Victim speaks out after discovering hidden phone in bathroom
Christopher Stieglitz, of Carroll County, has been charged in a bathroom peeping case. His victim is now telling her story.
Christopher Stieglitz, of Carroll County, has been charged in a bathroom peeping case. His victim is now telling her story.
Two young unidentified Black girls found dead inside buried suitcases in Ohio
Police in Cleveland, Ohio, are asking the public for tips after two young Black girls were found dead inside separate suitcases buried in shallow graves on Monday.
Police in Cleveland, Ohio, are asking the public for tips after two young Black girls were found dead inside separate suitcases buried in shallow graves on Monday.
Forest Park police chief placed on administrative leave amid investigation
Forest Park Police Chief Brandon Criss has been placed on administrative leave, city officials confirmed Wednesday.
Forest Park Police Chief Brandon Criss has been placed on administrative leave, city officials confirmed Wednesday.
Police drop theft probe at Fulton County Commissioner's Office
Fulton County police investigated an alleged security breach at the office of District 4 Commissioner Mo Ivory in January, but the case was closed due to a lack of evidence.
Fulton County police investigated an alleged security breach at the office of District 4 Commissioner Mo Ivory in January, but the case was closed due to a lack of evidence.
Senate fails to pass war powers resolution
In a vote Wednesday, the Senate failed to pass a war powers resolution which gives lawmakers an opportunity to demand congressional approval before any further attacks are carried out.
In a vote Wednesday, the Senate failed to pass a war powers resolution which gives lawmakers an opportunity to demand congressional approval before any further attacks are carried out.