James Ramirez

Senior Reporter · Roswell, GA

James holds a Master's degree in Information Technology from Georgia Tech and has spent the last 10 years reporting on tech trends and innovations for publications like TechCrunch and Georgia Public Broadcasting. His expertise in technology allows him to break down complex subjects for a wider audience.

3 stories from James Ramirez in Valdosta

Elderly woman's hands, symbolizing care and vulnerability, with a soft, warm filter.

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Son indicted in mother’s death; medical staff say she had feces, insects in hair

In a tragic turn of events that has sent ripples of sorrow through communities far and wide, the life of 76-year-old Brenda Hallman Simmons was cut short under harrowing circumstances, leaving many to ponder the sacred trust of family care. Her son, Jonathan Chad Simmons, now faces serious charges...

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24-year-old deputy killed in crash with coal truck while on duty, sheriff’s office says

```json { "content": " The festive glow of a community truck-or-treat event, filled with laughter and innocent joy, quickly gave way to unimaginable heartbreak in Logan County, West Virginia. Just moments after sharing a family-friendly evening, 24-year-old Deputy Caden Mullins, a dedicated public...

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Atlanta City Council debates housing affordability resolution

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Atlanta City Council weighs resolution urging HUD to change area median income calculation

In a pivotal moment for Atlanta's housing landscape, the City Council's Community Development/Human Services Committee has taken a bold step by unanimously passing a resolution aimed at reshaping how Area Median Income (AMI) is calculated. This move, spearheaded by District 3 council member Byron...

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