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Gov. Brian Kemp announced Thursday his selection of J. Matthew Williamson as the new Solicitor General of the State Court of Walker County.

Meet Walker County’s new Solicitor General, J. Matthew Williamson

by Thom ChandlerOctober 10, 2019October 10, 2019

Following confirmation of Georgia's second vaping-associated death, the Georgia Department of Public Health has issued a public health advisory on the risks of vaping and use of e-cigarettes.

Following vaping related deaths, Georgia Health Department issues health advisory

by Thom ChandlerOctober 9, 2019October 9, 2019

ATLANTA -- Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms announced that the City of Atlanta has joined more than 105 cities, counties and municipalities in filing an amicus brief in the case of DHS v. Regents of California, arguing that the Trump Administration’s decision to end the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals is unlawful and unconstitutional.

Your Government

Atlanta joins more than 105 other cities in DACA lawsuit

by Thom ChandlerOctober 8, 2019September 24, 2023

UPDATE: According to the Kennesaw Police Department, Latoya Monique Boyer and her children have returned home.

Missing: Police in Georgia are searching for a mom and her two children

by Thom ChandlerOctober 7, 2019October 9, 2019

New research from AAA reveals that automatic emergency braking systems with pedestrian detection perform inconsistently, and proved to be completely ineffective at night. An alarming result, considering 75% of pedestrian fatalities occur after dark.

Does your car have a pedestrian detection system? It may not work at night

by Thom ChandlerOctober 3, 2019October 3, 2019

SAVANNAH -- Savannah Police detectives are investigating the sexual assault of two adult females that occurred early Sunday morning.

Crime

Two women sexually assaulted early Sunday morning in Savannah

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 29, 2019September 29, 2019

The U.S. weather map looks a little like Batman nemesis Two-Face as September comes to an end. Two-Face is blisteringly scarred on one side and cool and chill on the other.

Atlanta is about to break the record for most 90-degree days in one year

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 28, 2019September 24, 2023

GWINNETT COUNTY -- County Administrator Glenn Stephens today announced the appointment of Deputy Chief Tom Doran to succeed Police Chief A.A. “Butch” Ayers, who is retiring after 35 years of service to Gwinnett County.

Meet Gwinnett County’s new police chief Tom Doran

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 28, 2019September 28, 2019

DUNWOODY -- DeKalb County’s boil water advisory for the city of Dunwoody has been lifted. Authorities have confirmed that the water supply in all areas of the county is safe for consumption without boiling.

The boil water advisory for Dunwoody has been lifted

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 16, 2019September 16, 2019

Record-challenging heat will continue to make it feel like the middle of summer across much of the southern United States this week.

It’s not your imagination: It’s really hot for September in the South

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 11, 2019September 24, 2023

ATLANTA -- Mercedes-Benz Stadium’s award-winning food and beverage program will feature new food options for the 2019 Falcons season. The stadium has added Atlanta brands such as Holeman and Finch, Fred’s Meat and Bread, Ponko Chicken and others as well as expanded some of the most popular concession offerings.

New food options are coming to Mercedes-Benz Stadium

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 11, 2019September 24, 2023

DALLAS -- Pet parents living in or near Dallas will soon be able to bring their dogs and cats to Essentials PetCare at Walmart for routine veterinary care and minor illness exams on a walk-in basis, without the need to set an appointment.

Georgia’s first veterinary clinic inside a Walmart is opening Friday

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 11, 2019September 12, 2019

Food

An award winning pizza restaurant in North Fulton is celebrating 40 years with throwback pricing

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 9, 2019September 24, 2023

JESUP -- On Wednesday, August 7, 44-year-old Michael Kenneth Blocker, of Jesup, was arrested on a First Degree Arson charge. The charge stems from a fire that occurred on June 16, on Old Screven Road in Jesup.

Crime

Georgia man arrested for setting fire to mobile home with five people inside

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 8, 2019September 8, 2019

Simon, a global leader in premier shopping, dining, entertainment and mixed-use destinations, today announced the reimagined, interactive play area is now open for Mall of Georgia guests to enjoy.

Mall of Georgia debuts new, state-of-the-art play area

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 6, 2019September 6, 2019

Hurricane Dorian, a powerful Category 5 storm, turned deadly as it roared over the Bahamas on Sunday. The storm made landfall on three different islands with punishing sustained winds of 185 mph and gusts that reached speeds of 225 mph.

Monday Update: Hurricane Dorian is deadly and slowly creeping toward the Georgia coast

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 2, 2019September 2, 2019

Although Hurricane Dorian is not forecast to make landfall until Tuesday, It is important that Georgia residents prepare now. The storm will bring heavy rains and strong winds, which create dangerous driving conditions, with little to no visibility. AAA urges motorists to heed official warnings and stay off the roads, if possible.

Tips and Knowledge

As Hurricane Dorian approaches, here are some tips to keep you and your family safe

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 1, 2019September 1, 2019

While no one is immune from the devastation of a natural disaster, preparing before a storm hits is key to keeping everyone in your family—including your pets—safe.

Tips and Knowledge

How to keep your pets safe during a Hurricane

by Thom ChandlerAugust 30, 2019August 30, 2019