🏠 The Gist: Gwinnett County Police have charged three people in connection with a residential burglary that occurred on May 3, while the homeowner was out of town. A fourth female suspect remains unidentified. 🚨 Why It Matters: Residential burglaries can leave victims feeling violated and unsafe in their own homes. Identifying and apprehending suspects […]
Posted inTalk of The Town
A Georgia Man’s Fraudulent Marriage to a Radio Personality: What We Know
🕒 The Gist: Earnest Williams has been indicted by the Fulton County District Attorney for a series of frauds, including a fraudulent marriage to radio personality Shirley Strawberry, co-host of the “Steve Harvey Morning Show.” 📋 The Details: From 2009 to 2022, Williams allegedly posed as a legitimate businessman to defraud numerous victims. Fulton County […]
Posted inCrime
Rabun County Sheriff Chad Nichols Arrested on Multiple Charges Including Sexual Battery and Public Indecency
🕒 The Gist: Rabun County Sheriff Chad Nichols has been arrested and charged with Public Indecency, Sexual Battery, and Violation of Oath by a Public Officer. Nichols is currently running for reelection. 📋 The Details: On May 24, 2024, Mountain Judicial Circuit District Attorney George Christian requested the Georgia Bureau of Investigation investigate an incident […]
Posted inIn The News
Bicyclist Found Dead in Backyard of Macon Home
The Gist: The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal accident involving a bicyclist that occurred Thursday afternoon. The Details: At 3:13 p.m. on Thursday, a call was made to the Macon-Bibb Emergency-911 Center regarding an unresponsive man in the 3300 block of Pio Nono Circle. Deputies arrived to find the man lying near […]
Posted inIn The News
Georgians Respond to Guilty Verdict in Donald Trump Hush Money Trial
In the wake of former President Donald Trump’s conviction on 34 felony counts, social media in Georgia lit up with a mix of reactions reflecting the state’s partisan divide. Amid the serious commentary, many Georgians turned to humor to express their views. Governor Brian Kemp chimed in on Twitter, echoing Trump’s sentiment that the true […]
Posted inCrime
Former President Donald Trump Found Guilty of 34 Felony Counts in Hush Money Case
📰 The Gist: Former President Donald Trump was found guilty of 34 felony counts of falsifying business records in a Manhattan court, marking a historic conviction as the only former U.S. president to be convicted of a crime. 📜 The Details: The charges stem from a scheme involving hush money payments to adult film actress […]
Posted inMissing
Video: Missing Child Rescued After Being Located by Police Helicopter in Lawrenceville
👮 The Gist: A 15-year-old girl reported missing in Lawrenceville was located and returned home safely with the help of a police helicopter on May 29. 📋 The Details: 📼 The Video: 📊 By The Numbers: 💬 Your Take: How do you feel about the use of police helicopters in locating missing persons? Share your […]
Posted inYour Family
Think Twice Before You Share Those Vacation Pics Online
We get it. You’re lounging on a beach in Bali, sipping a Mai Tai, and your perfectly framed sunset photo is screaming to be shared with the world. But you may want to hold that thought. Georgia police departments are here with a friendly reminder as we enter vacation season: Posting your vacation photos online […]
Posted inOdd News
Want to Own a Police Car? Now’s Your Chance, But Time is Running Out
Ever dreamed of owning your very own police car? Now’s your chance. The City of Blakely is auctioning off a 2011 Ford Crown Victoria, complete with all the charm and quirks you’d expect from a vehicle that has served in law enforcement. This car has 87,404 miles on it and has been maintained every 3,000 […]
Posted inTraffic & Transportation
Here Are The Road Closures for the Summer Beach Blast Event in Evans
🚧 The Gist: Antebellum Way in the Evans Towne Center area will be closed to all traffic from 10 p.m. on Friday, to 11 p.m. on Saturday, June 1 for the Summer Beach Blast event. 📅 The Details: Columbia County officials announced that the temporary road closure is aimed at ensuring the safety of pedestrians […]