The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Forsyth County was found at one gas station in the week ending Dec. 16 2023, according to GasBuddy.com.
The U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board (CSB) has released a report detailing equipment failures at the Foundation Food Group (FFG) facility in Georgia. These failures were linked to a liquid nitrogen release that resulted in the deaths of six workers in 2021. The report underscores safety issues and offers recommendations to enhance workplace safety measures.
U.S. Representative Rich McCormick (R-GA) has underscored the need to hold the Biden family accountable for alleged corruption, advocating for a comprehensive investigation following Hunter Biden's refusal to comply with a subpoena. This development follows the announcement by House Republicans of their intention to initiate contempt proceedings against Hunter Biden due to his non-attendance at a deposition.
State Representative Mesha Mainor (R-Atlanta) has responded to a proposal by the Atlanta City Council to ban ski masks as a measure to curb crime rates. Rather than focusing on clothing restrictions, Mainor emphasized the importance of investing in law enforcement and holding street gangs accountable for effective crime prevention.
There was one inmate sentenced to life in prison who was incarcerated at Forsyth County Jail in Forsyth County in the third quarter of 2023, according to the Georgia Department of Corrections.
During an incident outside the Israeli Consulate in Atlanta on Friday, a protestor sustained critical injuries after setting himself on fire. A security guard was also injured in an attempt to intervene. In response to the escalating tensions within Jewish and Muslim communities, Atlanta Police Chief Darin Schierbaum has announced increased patrols at specific locations, such as consulates.