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The Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation released today its 2025 list of 10 Places in Peril in the state.

These Georgia Landmarks Are in Danger of Disappearing Forever

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 27, 2025

A power outage on East Crogan Street in Lawrenceville is expected to keep many businesses in the dark for most of the day.

Power Outage in Lawrenceville Leaves Businesses in the Dark

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 27, 2025February 27, 2025

Two people face trafficking charges after authorities seized 153 pounds of marijuana at a Duluth storage facility, along with more than $20,000 cash.

Crime

Major Drug Bust Takes Down Marijuana Operation in Gwinnett County

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 24, 2025February 24, 2025

A work-related argument turned deadly when a Commerce man died after his boss shot him in the parking lot of a Lawrenceville McDonald's Thursday.

Crime

Supervisor Kills Employee in Georgia McDonald’s Parking Lot

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 20, 2025February 20, 2025

Construction workers stumbled upon a human skull near Northside Gwinnett Hospital, launching an urgent investigation to identify the deceased and bring closure to a potential missing persons case.

Crime

Construction Crew Discovers Human Skull in Gwinnett

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 19, 2025February 19, 2025

A local teen's extraordinary academic achievement has placed him at the pinnacle of Gwinnett County's scholastic excellence.

Gwinnett Math Whiz Named County’s Top Academic Star

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 18, 2025

A 14-year-old’s death from fentanyl-laced pills in Norcross has led to the arrests of three people accused of distributing drugs to children, as Gwinnett County police warn of rising overdoses.

Crime

14-Year-Old’s Death in Norcross Sparks Fentanyl Arrests

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 14, 2025February 14, 2025

A new study from SmartAsset ranks the top counties in Georgia for economic growth, measuring business expansion, GDP increases, and new building permits.

Which Georgia Counties Had The Most GDP Growth?

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 12, 2025February 12, 2025

A Norcross man has been missing for months, and police are asking for help to find him.

Norcross Man David Frazier Has Been Missing Since November

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 12, 2025February 12, 2025

Lawrenceville leaders are considering a major expansion that could reshape the city’s future. A special City Council meeting on February 12 will focus on a resolution to extend Lawrenceville’s boundaries, adding more than 5,700 parcels of land and an estimated 19,000 new residents.

Lawrenceville Could Add 19,000 Residents: Here’s How

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 10, 2025February 10, 2025

🕵️‍♂️ What’s Happening: Family members of Skye Ethan Wilkins called 911 on the night of February 7, reporting him missing. They’re concerned about his manner of speech and say he may need medical attention.

Have You Seen Missing Snellville Man, Skye Ethan Wilkins?

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 10, 2025February 10, 2025

A police officer in Gwinnett County struck and killed a pedestrian early Monday morning, prompting an investigation into the circumstances of the fatal crash.

Crime

Pedestrian Struck and Killed by Gwinnett Police Car

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 10, 2025February 10, 2025

A quiet Snellville neighborhood turned into a crime scene Tuesday morning when a man opened fire on deputies attempting to serve a warrant. Authorities say no officers were injured, and the suspect is now in custody, facing serious charges.

Crime

Suspect Opens Fire on Deputies in Snellville

by Crime ReportsFebruary 7, 2025February 7, 2025

A man in the Gwinnett County Jail was found unresponsive in his cell last week, and now investigators are trying to find out what happened.

Crime

Inmate Found Dead in Gwinnett County Jail: What We Know

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 3, 2025February 3, 2025

A truck driver is facing multiple charges after a hit and run crash that pushed a car through two busy intersections in Gwinnett County.

Crime

Watch: Truck Pushes Car Through Two Busy Gwinnett County Intersections in Hit and Run

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 3, 2025February 3, 2025

Gwinnett County Schools Superintendent Dr. Calvin Watts is out. The school board voted 3-2 on Friday to end his contract early.

Gwinnett School Superintendent Fired: What We Know

by B.T. ClarkJanuary 31, 2025January 31, 2025

Katie Lessard, a fourth-grade teacher at Puckett’s Mill Elementary School, has been named the Gwinnett County Public Schools Teacher of the Year. The district recognized Lessard during an awards ceremony on January 30 at the Gas South Convention Center, where 141 local school Teachers of the Year, 25 semifinalists, and six finalists were honored.

Meet Gwinnett County’s Teacher of The Year

by School ReportsJanuary 31, 2025January 31, 2025