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[ August 24, 2026 ] Restoration of Belfast’s Samson and Goliath put focus on city’s industrial past News
[ August 24, 2026 ] Man charged in stabbing death on popular Atlanta Beltline News
[ August 20, 2026 ] Police end interdiction program at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport News
[ August 17, 2026 ] Atlanta council approves up to $1.3 billion for airport bond program News
[ August 17, 2026 ] Lanier Islands Resort to host hot air balloon festival in September News

Georgia legislature passes bill to help people identify and claim money owed to them

March 28, 2026 The Turnaround

Legislation aimed at helping Georgians recover an estimated $3 billion in unclaimed property held by the state has cleared both chambers of the General Assembly unanimously, sponsors said.

Carr: Failure to pass on gas tax suspension will be investigated

March 28, 2026 The Turnaround

Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr warned gas retailers Saturday that his office will investigate and could prosecute businesses that do not pass along savings from the state’s newly suspended gas tax.

Acting TSA head: Budget instability is undermining transportation security

March 26, 2026 The Turnaround

The acting head of the Transportation Security Administration warned lawmakers Wednesday that the ongoing Department of Homeland Security funding lapse is straining the TSA workforce, driving up absenteeism and attrition, and contributing to long airport security lines during the spring travel surge.

New Jersey Assembly approves bills to market historic sites and raise funds with commemorative plates

March 23, 2026 The Turnaround

The New Jersey General Assembly approved legislation that would expand the state’s tourism promotion of historic sites, including through a new interactive website and a commemorative Revolutionary War license plate program tied to the nation’s 250th anniversary.

New Jersey Senate approves bill to protect restaurants from reservation scalping

March 23, 2026 Sightseers’ Delight

The New Jersey Senate has passed bipartisan legislation that aims to protect restaurants and patrons from the unauthorized sale of reservations through third-party services.

Feds investigating deadly LaGuardia Airport collision

March 23, 2026 The Center Square

Hundreds of flights at LaGuardia Airport remain canceled Monday afternoon as federal investigators begin a probe of Sunday night’s runway collision between a plane and a firefighting truck.

State Department issues worldwide security alert

March 23, 2026 The Turnaround

The State Department issued a worldwide security alert on Sunday, urging Americans abroad to “exercise increased caution,” particularly in the Middle East, citing the potential for travel disruptions and the risk of attacks on U.S. interests.

Two killed after Air Canada Express plane crashes with fire truck at LaGuardia

March 23, 2026 Sightseers’ Delight

Two pilots of an Air Canada Express plane were killed late Sunday when their plane collided with a fire truck at LaGuardia Airport.

Georgia governor signs bill to suspend state’s motor fuel tax, give taxpayers a one-time income tax rebate

March 20, 2026 Sightseers’ Delight

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp today signed a pair of bills, including one that suspends the state’s motor fuel tax for 60 days.

AAA: Spring break flyers to should plan for TSA line

March 19, 2026 The Turnaround

As spring break crowds pour into airports and security lines grow, AAA is urging travelers to plan for extra time and heavier congestion — especially at checkpoints.