Saturday, May 23, 2026

Good Morning! On this date in 1960, the University of Georgia signed on WGTV, launching what would become Georgia Public Broadcasting.

The free, three-day Atlanta Jazz Festival is kicking off this afternoon at Piedmont Park. Learn more in Top Stories.

A new report just exposed the five biggest financial fears haunting American retirees, and the findings are sounding alarms across the country. On The Flyover Podcast, Amy Hess reveals what those fears are, why so many Americans are being blindsided, and the critical steps families can take right now to set themselves up for success. Tune in here!

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UGA and GT Baseball Move On

University of Georgia (UGA) and Georgia Tech (GT) baseball have advanced to the semifinals in their respective conference tournaments.

No. 1 seed UGA defeated No. 8 seed Mississippi State 5-3 in the quarterfinals of the SEC Tournament on Thursday, fueled by a three-run home run from first baseman Brennan Hudson and four double plays.

Top-seed GT scored 11 combined runs in the seventh and eighth innings, highlighted by a two-out grand slam by outfielder Parker Brosius, to erase a 5-9 deficit in their 16–10 win over No. 8 seed Virginia in the quarterfinals of the ACC Tournament.

UGA will take on Florida in its semifinal matchup, while GT is set to play Miami. Both games are scheduled for 1 p.m. today.

Macon Family Sues Over Jail Death

Stephen Fossett's family has filed two lawsuits, one federal and one state, over his 2024 death at the Bibb County Jail.

The state suit accuses the jail's medical provider of malpractice and systemic failures, while the federal suit names Bibb County deputies, alleging wrongful death, excessive force, and civil rights violations.

Fossett died after being tased and restrained during a medical emergency. Authorities said he had ingested synthetic marijuana and became combative before being subdued.

The family's attorneys argue that Fossett, who had documented mental health conditions, should have been housed in a mental health unit rather than the general population.

The Georgia Bureau of Investigation ruled his death a homicide, but no criminal charges have been filed.

Atlanta Jazz Festival Opens Today

The 49th annual Atlanta Jazz Festival begins today at Piedmont Park, and it doesn't cost a dime to attend.

The event runs May 23-25 and is being headlined by saxophonist Kamasi Washington, Grammy-winning keyboardist and Morehouse grad PJ Morton, and Philadelphia band The Roots.

More than 250,000 people are expected to attend the festival, and police presence will be higher than last year following a recent shooting at Piedmont Park.

For more information and the full stage schedule click here.

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