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The News: A corrections officer is dead after a shooting this morning outside the Gwinnett County Correctional Complex in Lawrenceville.

Crime

Corrections officer killed in shooting outside Gwinnett County Jail

by Thom ChandlerDecember 13, 2022December 13, 2022

The Gwinnett Chamber hosted the annual Small Business Awards last week at 12Stone Church in Lawrenceville.

Here are the winners of the Gwinnett Small Business Awards

by Thom ChandlerDecember 12, 2022September 24, 2023

ATLANTA -- Similar to the commitment of firefighters who answer the call in times of need, the legacy of the Atlanta Fire Rescue Station 16 holiday party is a call to action during the most wonderful time of the year for children and families in need.

Atlanta Firefighters Make Christmas Bright for Neighborhood Children

by Thom ChandlerDecember 10, 2022October 10, 2023

BROOKHAVEN -- Brookhaven’s gift-wrapped evening of Christmas magic has been rescheduled, after weather conditions forced the postponement of the Light Up Brookhaven holiday celebration.

Light Up Brookhaven Rescheduled Due to Weather

by Thom ChandlerDecember 8, 2022October 10, 2023

Georgians flocked to the polls today setting a record for turnout in a midterm election. At stake is the U.S. Senate seat currently held by Raphael Warnock.

Your Government

U.S. Senate Election Results

by Thom ChandlerDecember 6, 2022December 6, 2022

True love costs a lot more this year, as record-high inflation drives PNC's 39thannual Christmas Price Index up 10.5%, the third highest year-over-year increase in the index's history.

Here’s the cost of the gifts in ‘The 12 Days of Christmas’ in 2022

by Thom ChandlerDecember 3, 2022December 3, 2022

ATLANTA -- MARTA will run more frequent train service through downtown Atlanta Saturday, Dec. 3, for the SEC Championship Game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium between the Georgia Bulldogs and LSU Tigers, with kickoff scheduled for 4 p.m.

MARTA will run trains more frequently during the SEC Championship Game between UGA and LSU

by Thom ChandlerNovember 30, 2022November 30, 2022

MILTON -- The City of Milton will kickstart its efforts to create Urban Growth Boundaries -- a tool to contain more dense urbanization and, in so doing, help preserve Milton’s rural heritage -- at a special public meeting this Wednesday.

Find out what the City of Milton is doing to contain high-density development

by Thom ChandlerNovember 28, 2022November 28, 2022

Atlanta’s most popular restaurants are offering jolly gift card deals just in time for holiday gift buying. These eateries are spreading holiday cheer with limited-time discounts, gift cards, and bonuses. These perfect, one-size-fits-all gifts are just a click away, saving time and money for friends and family on Christmas lists.

Food

Metro Atlanta restaurants offer holiday deals on gift cards

by Thom ChandlerNovember 25, 2022November 25, 2022

An estimated 166.3 million people are planning to shop from Thanksgiving Day through Cyber Monday this year, according to the annual survey released by the National Retail Federation and Prosper Insights & Analytics. This figure is almost 8 million more people than last year and is the highest estimate since NRF began tracking this data in 2017.

Despite inflation, a record number of shoppers are expected to shop during Thanksgiving weekend

by Thom ChandlerNovember 24, 2022November 24, 2022

The Bibb County Parks and Beautification Department teamed up with the Fire Department to make Amerson River Park a safer place for recreational activities.

Here’s how Bibb County is making Amerson River Park safer

by Thom ChandlerNovember 21, 2022November 21, 2022

Cobb County Elections officials will offer advance voting Saturday, Nov. 26, for the Dec. 6 runoff from noon to 5 p.m. at the five locations listed below. The additional date follows a recent court decision allowing for Saturday voting in the state. Voting on Saturday, Nov. 26 will take place only at these five locations:

Your Government

How to vote early in Cobb County for the Georgia Senate runoff

by Thom ChandlerNovember 21, 2022September 24, 2023

This GivingTuesday, North Fulton-based Canine Assistants will inspire generosity by sharing the incredible stories of life-saving service dogs and life-changing children’s hospital dogs.

Canine Assistants Will Share Stories of Service Dogs on Giving Tuesday

by Thom ChandlerNovember 21, 2022October 10, 2023

Gwinnett County residents can access up-to-date information about criminal activity in their neighborhoods by using CrimeMapping.com.

Crime

Here’s how you can track local crimes in Gwinnett County

by Thom ChandlerNovember 17, 2022November 17, 2022

The Blind Pig Parlour Bar has temporarily transformed into a magical gathering spot guaranteeing sleigh loads of merriment throughout the holidays.

Food

Buckhead’s Blind Pig once again transforms into The Blind Elf

by Thom ChandlerNovember 16, 2022September 24, 2023

Will you be headed to your favorite wetland location for the opening day of the Georgia duck hunting season when it opens on Sat., Nov. 19?

News You Can Use

Duck hunting season in Georgia starts Saturday

by Thom ChandlerNovember 14, 2022November 14, 2022

Below you will find live updates and closure information related to Tropical Storm Nicole and its impact on Georgia. Check this page frequently for the latest information.

Live Coverage: Tropical Storm Nicole updates and closures

by Thom ChandlerNovember 10, 2022November 11, 2022

Georgia Power is closely monitoring Tropical Storm Nicole, which is expected to impact Georgia overnight Thursday and into Friday. The company is finalizing its storm preparations by securing additional resources and coordinating plans to restore power safely and as quickly as possible for its customers.

Georgia Power prepares for Tropical Storm Nicole

by Thom ChandlerNovember 10, 2022November 10, 2022