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Worth County Schools issued a statement Monday after a social media post listed the district among hundreds of schools potentially targeted for a shooting. This follows a spike in threats aimed at schools across Georgia, particularly after the tragic school shooting at Apalachee High School earlier this month.

Crime

Social Media Threats Continue: Worth County Schools Targeted

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 9, 2024September 9, 2024

Atlanta, Ga USA 06 07 20: Downtown Atlanta Georgia Atlanta Police car close up side door

Crime

Atlanta Police Officer Shot in Midtown: What We Know

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 9, 2024September 9, 2024

A six-year-old boy is recovering after being shot in a chaotic gunfight involving multiple people late Saturday night on Washington Road in Appling. The child's mother and two other individuals now face a long list of criminal charges.

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6-Year-Old Shot During Gunfight in Georgia

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 8, 2024September 8, 2024

The Flowery Branch community came together Sunday evening to honor the life of Richard "Ricky" William Aspinwall, an Apalachee High School teacher and coach who was tragically killed in a school shooting on Wednesday.

Hundreds Gather to Honor Beloved Coach Ricky Aspinwall

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 8, 2024September 8, 2024

Roadside construction warning signs

Traffic & Transportation

I-575 Ramp Closures Expected Tonight

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 8, 2024September 8, 2024

A routine traffic stop following reports of gunfire near Warren Williams Apartments in Columbus on Sunday evening led to the arrest of four teenagers and the recovery of multiple firearms, one of which had been stolen from Phenix City, Alabama, according to Columbus police.

Crime

Traffic Stop Leads to Arrest of Four Teens After Shots Fired Report in Columbus

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 8, 2024September 8, 2024

A man was hit by a car early Saturday morning while crossing DeRenne Avenue near Bull Street. Police say he wasn’t using a crosswalk at the time of the accident.

Traffic & Transportation

Pedestrian Struck by Car and Injured in Savannah

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 8, 2024September 8, 2024

Bremen High School’s quarterback, Carson Kimball, has been crowned this year's homecoming king while recovering from a serious injury suffered during a football game. The community continues to rally around Kimball, showing unwavering support as he fights to heal.

Bremen High Names Injured Quarterback Homecoming King

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 8, 2024September 8, 2024

A Saturday afternoon shooting in the Satilla Shores neighborhood of Glynn County left a Brunswick man hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries.

Crime

Man Shot During Dispute in Satilla Shores

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 8, 2024September 8, 2024

A missing child alert has been issued for 15-year-old Zane Hay in Kingsland, Georgia. Hay, who is 5'11" and weighs approximately 145 pounds, was last seen on Friday, September 6, between 8 and 10 p.m. near College Street, close to the College of Coastal Georgia.

Have You Seen Missing Georgia Teen Zane Hay?

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 8, 2024September 8, 2024

Walt Ehmer, the longtime CEO of Waffle House, has died. He was 53. Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens released a statement on Sunday reflecting on Ehmer's passing, noting his contributions both to the restaurant chain and the community at large.

‘A Remarkable Legacy:’ Waffle House CEO Walt Ehmer Dies at 53

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 8, 2024September 8, 2024

The mother of Colt Gray, the Apalachee High School shooting suspect, warned a school counselor about her son’s behavior shortly before the deadly attack, according to text messages and phone records obtained by The Washington Post.

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Colt Gray’s Mother Warned a School Counselor Minutes Before School Shooting

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 8, 2024September 8, 2024

The Powerball jackpot has surged to $121 million after no one matched all six numbers in the Saturday, Sept. 7 drawing. The winning numbers for that night were 14, 34, 37, 55, and 63, with a red Powerball of 20 and a Power Play multiplier of 2x.

Powerball Grows to $121 Million After No Saturday Jackpot Winner

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 8, 2024September 8, 2024

Residents can expect a continuation of last week's cool weather for the rest of this week, with temperatures staying in the low 80s most days. While it won’t be completely dry, rain chances are minimal until midweek.

Cool Temperatures Continue in Georgia This Week

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 7, 2024September 7, 2024

A 14-year-old student in Roswell has been arrested for making an online threat against Elkins Pointe Middle School. The arrest comes during a wave of heightened concerns about school safety following a mass shooting earlier this week in Winder.

Crime

Roswell Teen Arrested After Online Threat Against Middle School

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 7, 2024September 7, 2024

A deadly shooting in Austell on Friday morning left a 16-year-old girl dead and resulted in murder charges against a 57-year-old man.

Crime

57-Year-Old Cobb County Man Charged with Murder After Teen’s Fatal Shooting

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 7, 2024September 7, 2024

Mayor Andre Dickens issued the following message on gun violence in America on the evening of Friday, September 6, 2024.

Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens on School Shootings: ‘It’s The Guns’

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 7, 2024September 7, 2024

A football game between the School of Liberal Studies at Savannah High and Bryan County High came to an abrupt halt Friday night after a fight broke out on the field. The fight occurred during the third quarter, leaving players, coaches, and fans in shock.

Savannah High vs. Bryan County Football Game Cut Short After Fight Breaks Out

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 6, 2024September 6, 2024