Crime
Ex-boyfriend testifies in trial over UGA law student's 2001 murder
Defense argues investigators did not properly investigate Tara Baker's boyfriend at the time of her death.
Man sentenced in Athens 3-year-old's death
Desmontrez Mathis receives life in prison with possibility of parole for 2024 murder of Kyron Santino Zarco Smith
Immigrants in Athens Hesitant to Report Crimes
Victims of break-ins and armed robbery did not call police due to fear of immigration enforcement
Entertainment
Billy Strings Honors Widespread Panic, Remembers Bob Weir in Athens
Bluegrass star kicks off 2026 tour with tributes to local heroes and late Grateful Dead co-founder
Athens Comedy Fest returns to the Morton Theatre
The regional comedy festival is a prime example of the growing trend of smaller cities becoming hotspots for stand-up comedy.
Madison-Morgan Cultural Center Hosts 'Color Resonance: Gary Hudson in Full Hue'
Exhibit showcases large color works by acclaimed artist Gary Hudson, known as a 'Lyrical Abstractionist'.
Lifestyle
Longtime Monroe Resident Mike Buice Passes Away at 74
Buice retired from Newcomb Spring Corp after over 40 years, was an avid golfer and antique car enthusiast
Study: Perceiving Partner as Saver Key to Relationship Satisfaction
New research finds couples happier when they view their partner as a saver, not a spender.
Guest Artist Recital: Melody Quah, piano
The Hugh Hodgson School of Music expands offerings and supports students across musical pursuits.
Sports
No. 14 Florida Gators Surge Toward Repeat Championship
After a sluggish start, the Gators have won 9 of their last 10 games and look poised for another deep tournament run.
No. 14 Florida Dominates Georgia in 86-66 Victory
Xaivian Lee scores 18 points as Gators find their 3-point shooting touch
No. 14 Florida Gators Surge Toward Repeat Title
Gators dominate Georgia 86-66 as defense and rebounding lead the way
Politics
Olympic Organizers Call for Suspension of Wars During Games
United Nations and Olympic officials invoke ancient Greek tradition of Olympic Truce to demand ceasefire during upcoming Winter Olympics
Olympic Organizers Call for Global Truce Ahead of 2026 Games
United Nations and Milan Cortina Winter Olympics organizers urge a 7-week pause in worldwide conflicts during the upcoming Olympic and Paralympic events.
Olympic Organizers Call for Truce to Halt Global Conflicts
U.N. and Milan Cortina Olympics seek 7-week pause in all wars worldwide during Winter Games
