Georgia drivers are paying $3.22 a gallon for regular unleaded gas as of Sunday, up 44 cents from just one week ago, according to AAA. What’s Happening: Prices have climbed sharply over the past month. Filling a standard 15-gallon tank now costs about $48.30. Compared to recent benchmarks, the state average is: What’s Important: The […]
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Woman found shot dead at Marietta home
A 24-year-old Marietta woman was found dead from multiple gunshot wounds Friday morning at a home on Waldrep Circle. What’s Happening: Cobb County Police officers arrived at the 1800 block of Waldrep Circle just before 8 a.m. on March 6 after someone reported a person had been shot. They found Favia Gricelda Naely Vicente Velasquez, […]
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Armed robbery suspect on the run near Roswell-Cobb County line
Police are searching for an armed robbery suspect in Roswell after a vehicle chase ended in a crash and the suspect ran. What’s Happening: The Roswell Police Department and multiple agencies are searching the area of Pine Grove Road and Shallowford Road. The suspect’s vehicle crashed near the Cobb County line before he fled on […]
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Hall County teacher killed after senior prank turns fatal
A Hall County teacher and coach is dead after a group of students showed up at his home late Friday night — and what started as a harmless tradition ended in tragedy. Why It Matters: Jason Hughes was more than a teacher to the people who knew him. His death has left a hole in […]
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Floyd County man wanted on four felony probation violations
The Floyd County Sheriff’s Office is asking the public to help find Heith Swanson, who is wanted on four felony probation violations. What’s Happening: Swanson’s prior charges include aggravated stalking, obstruction of law enforcement, fleeing and attempting to elude law enforcement, DUI, possession of methamphetamine, terroristic threats, and multiple motor vehicle violations. What’s Important: The […]
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Woodstock man sentenced in death of tow truck driver on I-575
A Woodstock man was sentenced March 4 after pleading guilty to killing a tow truck driver on I-575 South in October 2023. What’s Happening: David Albert Beaver Jr., 60, pleaded guilty to homicide by vehicle in the first degree and reckless driving in the death of Frank Ingram, owner of Ingram Towing. Chief Superior Court […]
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Damn Good Dog: Athens police dog retires after 6 years on the job
A K9 named Vilma has retired from the Athens-Clarke County Police Department after six years of service. What’s Happening: Vilma was recognized last week during a retirement celebration held by the department. She served alongside her handler, Lt. Blair, for the entirety of her career. What’s Important: Vilma was the first K9 to join the […]
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20-Year-Old man dies in Alpharetta crash involving electric dirt bike
A 20-year-old man died after his electric dirt bike collided with a vehicle at Douglas Road and Clubhouse Drive in Alpharetta on March 5. What’s Happening: Alpharetta officers responded to the crash and closed Douglas Road for several hours while they investigated and cleared the scene. The crash is still under investigation by the department’s […]
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Pedestrian hit by vehicle near Tennille and flown to trauma center
A pedestrian was struck by a vehicle on Phillips Road near Tennille just before 4 a.m. and flown to a trauma center for treatment, the Washington County Sheriff’s Office said. What’s Happening: Deputies and emergency responders arrived at the scene on Phillips Road outside of Tennille in the early morning hours. The Georgia State Patrol […]
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6 hurt in crash on Griffin Pond Road in Glascock County
Six people were hurt late Tuesday night when a vehicle hit a tree on Griffin Pond Road in Glascock County. Several are in serious condition. What’s Happening: The Glascock County Sheriff’s Office said the crash happened around 9:30 p.m. in the 1200 block of Griffin Pond Road. A single vehicle with six occupants struck a […]
