Former tax preparer facing jail time for filing false returns
ATLANTA – A Statesboro man faces up to five years in prison for willfully filing false income tax returns. Samir Patel pleaded guilty Tuesday to evading the proper assessment of his personal federal income taxes. Patel was a tax return preparer at a national return preparation business from 1999 until 2021, according to court documents. […]
New street extension could improve traffic in downtown Woodstock
WOODSTOCK — A new street extension could improve traffic flow and connectivity for residents and drivers in downtown Woodstock. The Chambers Street Extension will connect Arnold Mill Road to Wheeler Street, providing two-way traffic and easier access to the downtown parking deck. Construction is scheduled for completion in late 2023. Part of Phase I of […]
Chicago beats Atlanta in bidding for Democratic National Convention
ATLANTA – The Democratic National Committee (DND) Tuesday announced Chicago as host city for the party’s convention next year, ending a competition that also featured Atlanta, Houston, and New York City. In a news release, the committee cited the Midwest as a critical Democratic stronghold, forming the “blue wall” that keyed President Joe Biden’s 2020 […]
23-year-old man injured in motorcycle crash in Cobb County
A motorcycle crash on Roswell Road at Willeo Rill Road in Cobb County left a 23-year-old man injured on Monday evening. Cobb County Police responded to the scene at 6:10 p.m., where the collision occurred between a motorcycle and a Mazda CX5. According to the Cobb County Police Department, the motorcyclist was riding a black […]
Suspect arrested in Dawson motel shooting that killed Albany teen
DAWSON — A suspect has been arrested in connection with the April 2021 shooting death of 17-year-old Ykedria Lowe at the Deluxe Inn in Dawson. According to the GBI, 28-year-old Camry May faces charges including felony murder, aggravated assault, two counts of commission of a felony by a felon with a firearm, and eight counts […]
Shooting suspects on the loose in DeKalb County
The DeKalb County Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying two suspects involved in a shooting incident that occurred on March 25. At about 1:45 p.m., officers responded to reports of a person shot near Garden Glade Lane in DeKalb County. Upon arrival, they found an adult Black male lying at the intersection […]
Have you seen missing Georgia 22-year-old Karissa Murphy?
The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is asking for your help finding 22-year-old Karissa Murphy, who was last seen leaving her residence on April 2. Murphy’s family has not heard from her since her disappearance, and concerns for her well-being are growing. Karissa Murphy is described as being 5 feet 2 inches tall and weighing 218 […]
14-year-old hospitalized after Easter shooting in Macon
MACON — A 14-year-old girl is in stable condition after being shot during a physical dispute at a residence in the 700 block of Grosso Avenue on Sunday evening, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. The shooting occurred just after 7 p.m., and the young victim was taken to Atrium Health for treatment. Investigators […]
Gas prices are rising again in Georgia. Here’s why
The Gist: Georgia drivers face higher gas prices this week, as the state’s average increased to $3.37 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline. What Happened?: The rise in gas prices follows OPEC’s announcement last week, which led to crude oil prices stabilizing at over $80 a barrel. The cost of oil accounts for more than […]