The News: A helicopter crash on Clarks Bridge Road in Hall County resulted in one fatality and a temporary road closure. What Happened?: A helicopter crashed in the 4700 block of Clarks Bridge Road just north of Glade Farm Road, according to the Hall County Sheriff’s Department. The incident led to the closure of the […]
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Have you seen missing 11-year-old Georgia girl Havana Alexander?
ROSSVILLE — The Walker County Sheriff’s Office is urgently seeking the public’s help in locating a missing child, 11-year-old Havana Alexander. Havana was last seen at 10 p.m. on March 23, at her residence on Asterwood Drive in Rossville. Havana is described as a white female, 5’3″ in height, weighing about 104 pounds, with brown […]
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Dooly County Education Chief Decries Profiling of Students During Field Trip
The Dooly County School Superintendent is standing up for Dooly County students who he says were profiled and wrongly accused of theft during a recent field trip. In a letter released to parents, Craig Lockhart stood up for the students and criticized what they were put through. Below is his letter in its entirety for […]
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Rome police remind residents not to leave guns in their cars
The Gist: The Floyd County and Rome Police Departments’ Operation Save Our Seniors program, designed to protect seniors in South Rome from drugs and violent crimes, has led to 39 arrests and the recovery of around 40 guns. The program emphasizes the importance of vehicle owners locking up and removing valuables from inside their cars, […]
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Police investigate fatal shooting in Lawrenceville
The Gist: A man was found dead with multiple gunshot wounds in Lawrenceville early this morning. The Gwinnett County Police Department is investigating the case, and they are urging the public to share any relevant information. What Happened?: Just before 2 a.m. on March 25, Gwinnett County Police officers were dispatched to a residence on […]
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Fight over medical care for transgender youth moves from state house to courthouse
A new Georgia law limiting medical care for transgender children is likely to face serious legal challenges, experts say. Republican Gov. Brian Kemp signed a bill into law Thursday that prevents Georgians under 18 from obtaining gender-affirming hormone replacement therapy or surgery. The Georgia chapter of the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) has vowed to sue […]
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Decatur Murder Suspect Arrested in Atlanta after Multi-Agency Manhunt
The News: A major break in a Decatur murder case from last year has led to the arrest of a 19-year-old suspect. What Happened?: Today, Chris L. Jackson of Atlanta was located and arrested at a Fairburn Road location in Atlanta. According to the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office, Jackson attempted to flee the scene but […]
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Gwinnett County will be getting 97 more Flock security cameras
The Gist: Gwinnett Police are set to increase safety measures by installing 97 new Flock safety cameras across the county. County officials say the cameras have already proven successful in recovering stolen vehicles and locating wanted individuals. How it works: The Gwinnett Police Department has been utilizing Flock safety cameras to monitor and record passing […]
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He Lost His Special Braves Hat. The Braves and His Wife Stepped in
Think about the thing in your life that has sentimental value because it was a gift from someone you’ve loved and lost. It could be a tool in your kitchen that reminds you of your grandparent or a T-shirt from a beloved aunt or uncle. For Ryan Douglas of Lawrenceville, about 30 miles northeast of […]
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Marietta man killed in fatal shooting. The suspect is still on the run
A 23-year-old man was fatally shot in Marietta on March 22, and an arrest warrant has been issued for the suspect, who is an Ohio resident. What Happened?: On the evening of March 22, at about 7:27 p.m., the Cobb County Police Department responded to a call reporting a shooting on Hammondton Road in Marietta. […]
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Weekend weather: Showers, thunderstorms, and a cold front are moving through Georgia
The National Weather Service has issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook for north and central Georgia, warning residents of potential severe storms and a cold front moving into the region. Late tonight, showers and thunderstorms, some of which could be strong to severe, are anticipated for north and portions of central Georgia as a cold front […]
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Young Girl Saves Family from Fire in Lawrenceville
The Gist: A young girl’s quick thinking saved her family from a house fire in Lawrenceville on March 22. The fire, which originated in the garage, caused heavy damage but no injuries. What Happened?: Firefighters were dispatched to a house fire on the 400 block of Laurelton Circle at 10:04 p.m. The 911 caller reported […]
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Get your tickets today for the 2023 Down Home Derby
The Gist: The Children’s Development Academy is set to host the 13th annual Down Home Derby on May 6. This fundraiser event aims to raise crucial funds to support the the academy’s mission of providing high-quality early education for all children in the community. The Event: As part of their efforts to offer early education […]
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16-year-old stabbed outside Macon apartment complex
The News: A 16-year-old boy was fatally stabbed in the chest during an altercation in the parking lot of Waverly Points Apartments on Forest Hill Road, in Macon just after 2 p.m. Wednesday The suspect, 17-year-old Zanaria Rshada, is in custody and charged with murder. What Happened?: Deputies responded to the scene after receiving a […]
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The dog adoption center in Athens-Clarke County is closed. Here’s why
The Gist: A precautionary quarantine has been imposed on the dog area of the Athens-Clarke County Animal Services Adoption Center until April 5, after a slight presence of canine parvovirus was detected in a deceased dog. What Happened?: On the morning of March 22, a dog was found dead at the Athens-Clarke County Animal Services […]
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First Mableton mayor’s race goes to a runoff
The Gist: Voters in Mableton pushed Aaron Carman and Michael Owens into a runoff in the city’s first mayor’s race. Neither candidate managed to garner over 50% of the votes. The runoff will take place on April 18. What Happened?: Aaron Carman, received 35.8% of the votes, while Michael Owens obtained 30.6%. Candidates LaTonia Long […]
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How safe are Georgia’s banks from collapse?
Georgia’s banks are in a strong position in the wake of the failure of two large American banks this month, the deputy commissioner of the state agency that oversees banks said Tuesday. “The state of banking overall in this country is very strong, and that’s especially the case in the state of Georgia,” Bo Fears […]
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Should Georgia expand its school voucher program?
A bill to expand Georgia’s school voucher program moved forward in a House subcommittee Monday with a boost from powerful Republicans. It is expected to get a full committee hearing Tuesday ahead of a potential House vote. Cumming Republican Sen. Greg Dolezal’s Senate Bill 233 would provide $6,000 to parents in the state’s lowest performing […]
