Coinme to Shut Down Cryptocurrency Kiosks in Georgia Following Multistate Settlement
The company is also required to hire an independent consultant to evaluate the effectiveness of its Bank Secrecy Act and Anti-Money Laundering compliance program and implement improvements deemed necessary by the consultant.…
State Breaks Ground on $20.7 Million 40-Bed Forensic Restoration Facility in Augusta
Expanding restoration capacity also helps relieve pressure on local jails and courts as they wait for individuals to receive court-ordered services.…
Kemp warns Georgians to prepare for Isaias
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp declared an emergency on Thursday as the state braces for what is now Hurricane Isaias.…
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Isaias strengthens; Louisiana closes Elmer’s Island
In its 10 a.m. Thursday update, the National Weather Service in New Orleans said Isaias was still expected to become a strong Category 2 hurricane before reaching the coast.…
Hyundai Transys Bringing 320 New Jobs to West Point
Hyundai Transys will invest nearly $560 million to expand its West Point manufacturing operations, creating 320 new jobs and adding production capacity for hybrid vehicle powertrains. The project includes upgrades to two existing plants and construction of a third facility.…
Economic forum: Despite challenges, ‘solid’ growth, more rate hikes ahead
Despite global challenges including ongoing wars and trade tensions putting upward pressure on prices, the U.S. economy is expected to remain fairly resilient in the year ahead.…
Federal Case Charges 20 Atlanta Residents in Gun Heists and Gang Drug Operations
Twenty Atlanta residents have been indicted on federal charges tied to the theft of nearly 1,500 firearms from shipping facilities in Conley and Macon, along with alleged gang-related drug trafficking. Authorities say searches uncovered methamphetamine, marijuana, cocaine, fentanyl, and firearms linked to the investigation involving the GoodFellas street gang.…
Fuel tax suspension leads to drop in Georgia gas prices
(The Center Square) – Georgia drivers are paying 33 cents less for a gallon of regular unleaded gasoline than they did last week, courtesy of a fuel tax suspension by Gov. Brian Kemp. A gallon of gas is $3.85, and while it is lower than last week, it’s still 96 cents higher than last year, according to AAA. “Drivers are getting some welcome relief at the pump as lower crude oil prices and Georgia’s suspension of the state gas tax help keep fuel costs in check,” said Montrae Waiters, spokeswoman for AAA – The Auto Club Group. Diesel prices also…
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Porsche Penske Wins Incident-Marred Motul Petit Le Mans
Vanthoor held off BMW by 1.2 seconds after a record 16 cautions and a lightning red flag at Road Atlanta…
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MAP MONDAY: Georgia Ranks Among Best States for Teen Drivers, But Parents Pay the Price
Georgia is among the better states in the country for teen drivers when it comes to safety and driving laws, but families may pay a hefty price when it comes time to add a teenager to the insurance policy.…
GBI Investigates Shooting Deaths in Dooly County, GA
The GBI is investigating a shooting in Vienna, GA, that left two people dead and 35 people injured.…
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GBI Arrests Owner of East Georgia Marketing Company on Fraud Charges
Other marketing clients of hers have also come forward with allegations of fraud.…
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Five Georgia organizations awarded $566,000 in grant funding for workforce and energy efficiency projects
The grants will help fund efforts to improve energy efficiency, strengthen resiliency, and bolster energy workforce development.…
Caregiver Indicted for Neglect of Disabled Adults in Savannah Group Home
This case was investigated by the Attorney General’s Medicaid Fraud and Patient Protection Division after receiving a complaint from the Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities.…
Georgia Ports supports over 605,000 jobs statewide
Georgia’s ports support more than 605,000 full- and part-time jobs statewide, according to the latest study from the University of Georgia’s Terry College of Business.…
Farmers face ‘a lot of uncertainty’ as record diesel prices squeeze operations
"We are going to have a lot of family farmers who are going to face some tough decisions in the near future on their viability and whether they are going to remain in business."…
Analyst: School phone bans fail to address deeper issues
As more states ban phones in K-12 classrooms to reduce distractions and improve student engagement, an analyst says these policies do not address the deeper academic problems facing students.…
Everyday Economics: Consumers are still spending. They’re looking for a better deal
Americans haven’t stopped spending. They are looking harder for a price they can live with.…
Georgia Attorney General Files Suit Over Alleged Unlawful Distribution of Charitable Assets
The complaint alleges that the defendants used donations to fund personal expenses, including vacations, attorney’s fees and restitution in criminal cases, car loans and mortgages, private school tuition, and various other personal expenses…
Department says software that led to cost overruns was desperately needed
A software that auditors say is a factor in $71.1 million in cost overruns was "desperately needed" and the increase represented true need.…
