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Residents in Norcross will have a chance to sit down with city leaders this weekend over a cup of coffee.

Your Government

Here’s How You Can Talk With Norcross City Leaders This Weekend

by B.T. ClarkMay 12, 2025May 12, 2025

On May 8, officers responded to the area of Stone Mountain Highway and Paxton Drive following reports that Alonza Caswell Brown was missing from a nearby shopping center.

Have You Seen Missing Snellville 66-Year-Old Alonza Caswell Brown?

by B.T. ClarkMay 8, 2025May 8, 2025

A lightning strike during last night’s storms set a Snellville home ablaze, sending firefighters racing to the scene and forcing one person to evacuate.

Fire

Lightning Strike Sparks House Fire In Snellville

by B.T. ClarkMay 4, 2025May 4, 2025

Road Work Ahead Sign with traffic

Traffic & Transportation

16 New Transportation Projects Proposed for I-85 Corridor in Gwinnett

by B.T. ClarkMay 2, 2025May 2, 2025

Lawrenceville residents, get ready for a Saturday full of laughter, friendly competition, and a little bit of traffic. The Family Promise Bed Race is back, and it is taking over Historic Lawrenceville Square on April 26.

Family Promise Bed Race Rolls Into Lawrenceville

by B.T. ClarkApril 25, 2025April 25, 2025

Transportation officials have identified 16 potential projects to improve travel along the busy I-85 corridor between I-285 and I-985 in Georgia.

BE HEARD: Georgia Officials Open I-85 Improvement Plan Talks For Public Comment

by Traffic ReportsApril 21, 2025April 23, 2025

Gwinnett County Police discovered a man shot dead inside a vehicle on Bryant Drive around 5 p.m. on April 19. Officers from the Bay Creek Precinct responded to reports of a shooting and found the victim deceased at the scene. The Homicide Unit, Crime Scene Investigation Unit, and Medical Examiner's Office all responded to investigate.

Crime

Man Found Shot Dead in a Vehicle in Gwinnett County

by B.T. ClarkApril 19, 2025April 19, 2025

Gwinnett County Police are seeking public assistance in the cold case of Marisa Velasco, who was kidnapped by her biological mother during a court-approved visit on December 17, 2005. Marisa, just 15 months old at the time, would now be 20 years old. Her mother, Rena Velasco, disappeared with the child after asking another resident at her battered women's shelter to drive them to a medical clinic.

20-Year Search Continues for Child Kidnapped by Mother in Gwinnett County

by B.T. ClarkApril 18, 2025April 18, 2025

(The Center Square) – A Georgia man is facing federal charges of threatening Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard and her family, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office for Northern Georgia.

Crime

A Georgia Man is Accused of Threatening Tulsi Gabbard

by Kim Jarrett | The Center SquareApril 15, 2025April 15, 2025

Two people were found dead early Sunday after a fire tore through a recreational trailer in the woods behind a home in Lilburn.

Fire

Two Killed in Early Morning Trailer Fire in Gwinnett

by B.T. ClarkApril 14, 2025April 14, 2025

The parents of 2-year-old Maya Getahun filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Piedmont Eastside Medical Center in Snellville after their daughter died following an ant bite reaction.

Toddler Dies After Fire Ant Bite. Parents Sue Georgia Hospital

by B.T. ClarkApril 8, 2025April 8, 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

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

Gardeners in Lilburn now have the opportunity to grow their own plants as the Lilburn Community Garden announces bed rentals for the upcoming 2025 season.

Lilburn Community Garden Opens Bed Rentals for 2025 Growing Season

by City ReportsApril 1, 2025April 1, 2025

Downtown Norcross is launching a new valet parking pilot program. Visitors can drop off their vehicles at the valet station in the city parking lot next to The Crossing for $5 per car. Professional valets will park vehicles while visitors enjoy downtown attractions.

New Valet Parking Arrives In Downtown Norcross

by B.T. ClarkMarch 27, 2025March 27, 2025

Chaney is facing serious charges in Virginia, including 16 counts of possession of child pornography, 24 counts of solicitation of child pornography, and 24 counts of using a computer to commit a sex crime involving a child. He is currently being held in the Gwinnett County Jail without bond.

Crime

Georgia Man Wanted For 64 Child Exploitation Charges in Virginia Arrested

by B.T. ClarkMarch 27, 2025April 12, 2025

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