B.T. Clark

B.T. Clark is an award-winning journalist and the Publisher of The Georgia Sun. He has 25 years of experience in journalism and served as Managing Editor of Neighbor Newspapers in metro Atlanta for 15 years and Digital Director at Times-Journal Inc. for 8 years. His work has appeared in several newspapers throughout the state including Neighbor Newspapers, The Cherokee Tribune and The Marietta Daily Journal. He is a Georgia native and a fifth-generation Georgian.

Last week, President Donald Trump put a new wave of tariffs into place, targeting hundreds of imported goods. And while the impact won’t be felt overnight, economists say price hikes are coming.

How You Can Combat Rising Prices From Tariffs

by B.T. ClarkApril 7, 2025April 7, 2025

What We Know: Marcus Robinson, of Dacula, faces charges of felony murder, aggravated assault, and possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony in connection with the death of 21-year-old Jeffrey Gibson of Atlanta. The shooting happened around 2:30 a.m. at Dillons Sports Bar on Dogwood Road in unincorporated Lawrenceville. Gibson was rushed to a local hospital by others at the scene but died from his injuries. Robinson is being held without bond at the Gwinnett County Jail.

Crime

Fatal Shooting at Lawrenceville Sports Bar: What We Know

by B.T. ClarkApril 6, 2025April 6, 2025

A horse collapsed and died on a downtown Atlanta sidewalk just after midnight Sunday, drawing emergency crews to one of the city’s busiest streets.

Talk of The Town

A Dead Horse on Peachtree Street? What We Know

by B.T. ClarkApril 6, 2025

Former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms says she is seriously considering a run for Georgia governor. In a statement released Friday, Bottoms invoked the words of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., saying there is a “fierce urgency of now.” She criticized Republican leaders for following former President Donald Trump, saying they are leading Georgia off a “moral and economic cliff.”

Should Keisha Lance Bottoms Run for Georgia Governor?

by B.T. ClarkApril 4, 2025April 4, 2025

Al Taylor steps into the role of interim superintendent for Gwinnett County Public Schools with a career spent entirely within the district. Taylor previously served as a teacher, assistant principal, principal, assistant superintendent, and most recently as chief of schools before accepting this interim position.

Meet Al Taylor, The Interim Superintendent of Gwinnett County Schools

by B.T. ClarkApril 4, 2025April 4, 2025

District Attorney Patrick Warren announced today that all charges have been dismissed against a 24-year-old Tifton woman, Selena Chandler-Scott, who experienced a miscarriage and was later arrested after placing the fetal remains in a dumpster. The decision follows a comprehensive review of the Tifton Police Department’s investigative file, Georgia Bureau of Investigation’s Medical Examiner’s report, relevant Georgia statutes and case law, and input from both legal and medical experts.

Crime, Newsflash

All Charges Dropped Against Georgia Woman Arrested After Miscarriage

by B.T. ClarkApril 4, 2025April 4, 2025

In Atlanta, April 4 isn't just any day—it's a social media-driven celebration known as 404 day. This date offers a moment to reflect on how a simple series of numbers has come to represent Atlanta's vibrant community and history.

News You Can Use

404 Day in Atlanta: What is it And Why Does it Matter?

by B.T. ClarkApril 4, 2025April 4, 2025

A Sandy Springs drug investigation has resulted in what officials call the largest fentanyl seizure in district history, with approximately 240,000 pills and 4.5 kilograms of powder taken off the streets.

Crime

Record Fentanyl Bust in North Fulton Leads to Federal Charges

by B.T. ClarkApril 3, 2025April 3, 2025

If your nose feels like it's hosting an unwelcome rave right now, blame the trees. They've decided to release their reproductive materials into the air with reckless abandon, pushing today's pollen count to a tear-jerking 5,382.

Severe Allergy Alert: Today’s Pollen Count Remains High

by B.T. ClarkApril 3, 2025April 3, 2025

A Georgia lawmaker is calling on the state legislature to repeal the fetal personhood language in the state’s six-week abortion ban, after a Tifton woman was arrested following a miscarriage.

Your Government

Georgia Lawmaker Calls Arrest of Woman After Miscarriage ‘Insanity’

by B.T. ClarkApril 3, 2025April 3, 2025

In Context: This case represents one of the most dangerous moments in domestic violence situations – when a victim attempts to leave their abuser. Experts recognize that the period when someone tries to end an abusive relationship often sees the highest risk of lethal violence.

Crime

Georgia Man Gets Sentence in Domestic Violence Case That Left One Dead

by B.T. ClarkApril 3, 2025April 3, 2025

Savannah Fire rushed to a residential fire in the 10000 block of Queen Ann Court late Monday night, quickly extinguishing flames that originated in a kitchen.

Fire

Kitchen Fire in Savannah Leaves Multiple Families Homeless

by B.T. ClarkApril 3, 2025April 3, 2025