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A small plane went down in Paulding County Wednesday, killing both people onboard. The crash occurred near Crawford Road.

Plane Crash in Paulding County Kills Two

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 6, 2024September 6, 2024

A domestic dispute in a quiet Cobb County neighborhood turned deadly on Friday, claiming the life of a 16-year-old girl. The incident occurred at a residence on Flower Fringe Road, according to local authorities.

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Teenage Girl Killed in Domestic Dispute in Cobb County

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 6, 2024September 6, 2024

Residents of Cherokee County are being celebrated in a new initiative that launched Friday, Sept. 6. The “Love Where You Live” project, unveiled on the county’s YouTube channel, Facebook page, and Instagram account, aims to share the personal stories of community members and highlight the spirit of giving back.

Cherokee County Kicks Off ‘Love Where You Live’ Project to Spotlight Residents

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 6, 2024September 6, 2024

Welcome to Week 4 of Georgia's High School Football Season. Here are the scores and photos from Friday night's games.

Georgia High School Football Week 4 Scores and Photos

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 6, 2024September 6, 2024

On Thursday, September 5, a student at Woodland Middle School in Henry County was arrested after attempting to bring a firearm onto campus, sparking renewed concerns about school safety just one day after the shooting at Apalachee High School.

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Copycat Crime: Student With Gun Intercepted at Woodland Middle School

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 6, 2024September 6, 2024

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Viral Social Media Threats Following Apalachee High School Shooting Deemed Non-Credible

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 6, 2024September 6, 2024

In the aftermath of the tragic shooting at Apalachee High School, where four people—two students and two teachers—were killed, Vice Presidential Candidate J.D. Vance addressed the escalating concerns about gun violence in schools.

Did J.D. Vance Really Call School Shootings a ‘Fact of Life?’

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 6, 2024September 6, 2024

Georgia teens are being charged across multiple counties following a surge in online threats against schools. Authorities are arresting those responsible, stressing that even hoaxes carry serious consequences.

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Monkey See, Monkey Do: Georgia Teens in Hot Water For Copycat Threats Against Schools

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 6, 2024September 6, 2024

In Toombs County, tensions were high earlier today after law enforcement responded swiftly to a potential threat involving two students.

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Threat of School Shooting Made Against Toombs County Schools

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 6, 2024September 6, 2024

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Georgia Motocross instructor sentenced to 40 years for child exploitation

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 5, 2024September 5, 2024

The father of the 14-year-old suspect in the deadly Apalachee High School shooting has been arrested and charged with multiple counts of manslaughter and murder. Colin Gray, whose son is accused of killing four people in a mass shooting last week, now faces serious charges, including four counts of involuntary manslaughter, two counts of second-degree murder, and eight counts of cruelty to children.

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Father of Apalachee High School Shooter Charged with Manslaughter

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 5, 2024September 5, 2024

A 14-year-old student accused of killing four people at Apalachee High School in Winder used an AR-style rifle given to him as a Christmas present by his father. The suspect, Colt Gray, allegedly opened fire on Wednesday, killing two students and two teachers, while injuring nine others.

Father Bought AR-15 Rifle as Holiday Gift for Son in Apalachee High School Shooting

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 5, 2024September 5, 2024

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Kemp Orders Flags Flown at Half-Staff in Wake of Apalachee High School Shooting

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 5, 2024September 5, 2024

14-Year-Old Colt Gray is facing charges after a deadly shooting at Apalachee High School that left four people dead and nine others injured. Authorities released Gray's mugshot today.

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The Face of a School Shooter

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 5, 2024September 5, 2024

Atlanta just had its fourth driest August on record, and the impact is clear across North Georgia. As rain continues to evade the region, drought conditions are spreading, affecting local communities, agriculture, and water resources.

North Georgia Faces Dry Spell as Drought Conditions Worsen

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 5, 2024September 5, 2024

Georgia Power customers, who have faced higher energy bills this summer, may see some financial relief starting in January 2025. The reduction in charges is coming their way thanks to recent changes in Georgia’s tax law.

Georgia Power Customers Will See a Tiny Savings From a Corporate Tax Cut

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 5, 2024September 5, 2024

Six suspects have been indicted in connection with the May 18 mass shooting at Ellis Square in downtown Savannah. The charges, laid out in a six-page indictment, involve multiple counts of aggravated assault and firearms violations.

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Six Charged in Ellis Square Shooting in Savannah

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 5, 2024September 5, 2024

Georgia's elected and appointed officials are responding to today's school shooting at Apalachee High School in Winder where two students and two teachers were shot.

Georgia Officials React to School Shooting at Apalachee High School

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 4, 2024September 4, 2024