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The Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office, in partnership with Live Healthy Gwinnett, is hosting its fourth annual Back-to-School Bash at the Gwinnett County Fairgrounds in Lawrenceville. The event aims to support students and families by providing necessary school supplies for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year.

Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office Hosts Fourth Annual Back-to-School Bash

by Thom ChandlerJuly 1, 2024July 1, 2024

After more than three decades, the brutal 1990 double murder in a Stone Mountain apartment has been cracked wide open with the arrest of Kenneth Perry, a 55-year-old Loganville man, accused of committing the heinous acts.

Crime

Decades-Old Mystery Solved: Arrest Made in 1990 Stone Mountain Double Murder

by Thom ChandlerJune 26, 2024June 26, 2024

📢 Why It Matters: Commuters in Gwinnett County and surrounding areas depend on I-85 for daily travel. This blockage could significantly affect morning traffic patterns, leading to delays and congestion on alternative routes.

Traffic & Transportation

Traffic Alert: Crash Blocks All Lanes on I-85 S Before I-985 in Gwinnett County

by Thom ChandlerJune 25, 2024June 25, 2024

The Gwinnett County Police Department has apprehended a 21-year-old man from Lawrenceville, Alessio Vaduva, following a high-speed chase involving a small child in his vehicle. The incident occurred during a targeted operation addressing racing, reckless driving, and DUI.

Crime

Georgia Man Arrested After High-Speed Chase With Small Child in The Car

by Thom ChandlerJune 24, 2024June 24, 2024

Homeowners in Gwinnett County can expect higher property tax bills this year due to rising property values, despite a slight decrease in the property tax rate. The Gwinnett County Board of Education has scheduled public hearings to discuss these changes and hear residents' concerns.

Gwinnett Homeowners Could Face Higher Property Taxes: What We Know

by Thom ChandlerJune 21, 2024June 21, 2024

The Gwinnett County Communications Department has won its first Emmy during the Southeast Regional Emmy Awards' 50th anniversary. The award was given for the series “Upfront Gwinnett: Fighting Fentanyl,” which competed against productions from Alabama, South Carolina, Mississippi, North Carolina, and Georgia.

Gwinnett County Wins its First Emmy

by Thom ChandlerJune 20, 2024June 20, 2024

The Gist: A 17-year-old boy died following a shooting on Memorial Court in Lawrenceville on June 13, 2024.

Crime

Tragic Shooting Claims Life of 17-Year-Old in Lawrenceville

by Thom ChandlerJune 14, 2024June 14, 2024

👏🏽 The Gist: A lucky player from Dacula purchased a Mega Millions ticket at a local Shell Gas Station and won $1 million in the June 11 drawing.

Dacula Resident Wins $1 Million Mega Millions Prize

by Thom ChandlerJune 13, 2024June 13, 2024

Gwinnett County schools will see new leadership at Creekland Middle School and Duluth High School. Tyese M. Scott and Cynthia “Cindy” A. Kinchen bring extensive experience and dedication to their new roles as principals.

Meet The New Principals at Creekland Middle and Duluth High

by Thom ChandlerJune 12, 2024June 12, 2024

📅 The Gist: Gwinnett County Police have charged two teenagers for vandalizing downtown Buford with racist language and hate speech.

Crime

2 Teens Arrested for Racist Graffiti in Buford: What We Know

by Thom ChandlerJune 12, 2024June 12, 2024

🔍 The Gist: Gwinnett County Police are searching for 87-year-old Soeparmin Tjin, who was reported missing early this morning in Peachtree Corners. Residents are urged to be on the lookout and contact authorities with any information.

Help Find an 87-Year Old Gwinnett Man Who is Missing

by Thom ChandlerJune 10, 2024June 10, 2024

🌐 The Big Picture: Arson is a severe felony crime in Georgia, with stringent penalties, including imprisonment and hefty fines.

Crime

61-Year-Old Woman Arrested in 2 Norcross Arson Cases

by Thom ChandlerJune 8, 2024June 8, 2024

Red fox

Rabies Alert: Rabid Fox Bites Lilburn Resident

by Thom ChandlerJune 7, 2024June 7, 2024

🚨 The Gist: A fire broke out at Sonny's BBQ in Lawrenceville on Tuesday evening after a lightning strike, causing significant damage to the restaurant.

Fire

Sonny’s BBQ in Lawrenceville Engulfed in Flames After Lightning Strike

by Thom ChandlerJune 6, 2024June 6, 2024

🗳️ The Referendum: Gwinnett County residents will have the opportunity to shape the future of their transportation system on November 5, as the Board of Commissioners has approved a long talked about transit referendum to be placed on the General Election ballot.

Traffic & Transportation

Gwinnett County Transit Tax: What You Need to Know

by Thom ChandlerJune 4, 2024June 4, 2024

Photo of Woman Teaching

Here Are The Educators Who Are Retiring from Gwinnett County Schools

by Thom ChandlerJune 4, 2024June 4, 2024

The Incident: A Gwinnett County Police officer shot a man in the leg after responding to a domestic dispute call on the 300 block of Foxcroft Road on June 1.

Crime

Gwinnett County Police Officer Shoots Man During Domestic Dispute

by Thom ChandlerJune 1, 2024June 1, 2024

😎 The Gist: The City of Lilburn announced that the Splash Pad will close at 3 p.m. on June 1 to prepare for the first Rock The Park concert of the season.

Lilburn’s Splash Pad Closes Early for Rock The Park Concert

by Thom ChandlerJune 1, 2024June 1, 2024