A 36-year-old Buford man is facing multiple charges after police tied him to package thefts at his apartment complex and found drugs in his home. What Happened: Residents on Laurel Crossing Parkway reported several stolen packages from their community mail room. Police reviewed surveillance footage and identified a suspect who lived in the complex. Officers […]
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Should Joe Biden Have Pardoned Hunter Biden?
President Joe Biden has pardoned his son, Hunter Biden, who faced convictions for tax violations and firearms-related charges. This decision marks a significant reversal from the president’s earlier stance against intervening in his son’s legal matters. What’s Happening: Hunter Biden pleaded guilty to tax-related crimes and was convicted on federal gun charges earlier this year. […]
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Could Georgia’s Freezing Temperatures Bring Snow Tonight?
Snow could make a rare appearance in parts of Georgia tonight as a cold front sweeps across the region. The chance may be slim, but it’s enough to have residents in higher elevations excited about the prospect of a wintry scene. What’s Happening: A fast-moving clipper system is expected to pass over the Tennessee Valley […]
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Pedestrian Fatally Struck in Smyrna Hit-and-Run
A man was struck and killed in a hit-and-run early Saturday morning while walking on Pat Mell Road near Benson Avenue in Smyrna. Police are seeking information about the driver who police say fled the scene. What happened: • The collision occurred around 4:31 a.m. on Nov. 30. • The man, whose name has not […]
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Things I Promised I’d Never Let My Kids Do (Before I Had Kids)
Before I had kids, I was what parenting veterans might call “delightfully naive.” I had a long list of things I swore I’d never allow my hypothetical children to do. Now, as a proud parent, I look back on that list and laugh the kind of laugh that says, “Bless your darling heart, child.” Here’s […]
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Pedestrian Killed After Being Struck Several Times in Roswell
A pedestrian was struck and killed by multiple vehicles Saturday evening on Alpharetta Highway near Houze Way, according to Roswell Police. What’s Happening: Police are investigating the incident, which took place around 7:30 p.m. on Saturday. • The circumstances that led to the pedestrian being in the roadway remain unclear. • No charges have been […]
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Street Racing Leads to Georgia State Trooper Injury and Gunfire
An attempted traffic stop turned violent late Saturday night when gunfire erupted between Georgia State Troopers and a suspect on Sigman Road in Rockdale County, leaving one person hospitalized and another in custody. Just the Facts: • The incident began at 11:41 p.m. on Nov. 30 when troopers attempted to stop two vehicles racing on […]
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Is Georgia’s Cold Weather Here to Stay?
Georgia has been in the grip of an Arctic blast since Thanksgiving, and the trend of below-average temperatures will persist into next week. Morning lows on Sunday are expected to be 8 to 14 degrees below normal, extending a streak of brisk mornings and frosty conditions that have defined the start of the holiday season. […]
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Your Guide to Cobb County’s Christmas Events
Cobb County is stepping into the holiday season with a series of festive Christmas events for families and friends to enjoy. From tree lightings to visits with Santa, these gatherings promise something special for everyone. What’s Happening: The holiday festivities kick off on Saturday, Nov. 30, at The Battery Atlanta with a tree lighting event […]
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68-Year-Old Georgia Man Arrested in Murder Case
The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office has arrested 68-year-old Earnest Parkman, of Augusta, in connection with the murder of 39-year-old Ruben Johnson, also of Augusta. Authorities have also obtained warrants for 21-year-old Jermaine Williams, who remains hospitalized for injuries sustained during the shooting on Amli Way. Just the Facts: • Victim: Ruben Johnson, 39, of Augusta, […]