🚗 The Gist: Local law enforcement agencies from across the state are reminding drivers of safety guidelines for drivers during the Halloween weekend. 🚸 Why It Matters: Ensuring safety on the roads is crucial, especially with children out and about in costumes. ❓ What’s Happening: 🔍 Between the Lines: 🏃 Catch Up Quick: 🖼️ The […]
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Glenridge Drive Will Open Fully on Saturday
The Gist: The Georgia Department of Transportation will be opening two lanes on Glenridge Drive as part of the ongoing I-285 and Ga. 400 improvements project. The Details: Associated nightly traffic impacts and closures begin tonight, October 27, at 9 p.m., for implementation. The full configuration is expected to be in place by Saturday, October […]
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Foster Care Failure: 1,800 Georgia Foster Children Missing Since 2018
U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff ATLANTA – Nearly 1,800 children in the custody of the state of Georgia were reported missing between 2018 and last year, U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff revealed Friday. Ossoff, D-Ga., obtained those numbers from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children as part of an investigation a Senate subcommittee he chairs […]
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Thousands of DeKalb County Residents at Risk of Losing Medicaid Coverage
The Gist: DeKalb County is hosting a Medicaid re-enrollment event for residents who may lose their health insurance coverage due to disenrollment. The Details: The free event will be held on November 4 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Exchange Park in Decatur. Why It Matters: Over 320,000 Georgia residents have been disenrolled from […]
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Driver Killed in Overturned Tractor-trailer Crash on I-575
The Gist: A crash involving an overturned tractor-trailer took place on I-575 Wednesday, resulting in the death of the driver. What’s Happening: Between the Lines: Ronald Campbell, 65, from Auburn, Georgia, lost his life in the crash. His family has been informed. As the investigation continues, the Canton Police Department is urging anyone with information […]
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Atlanta Man Convicted in Murder of 29-year-old During Fake Drug Deal
The Gist: In what District Attorney Sherry Boston is calling a victory for justice, a jury has convicted Dwayne Brewer, 28, of multiple charges in the murder of Andrew Keegan, 29, during a fake drug deal in August 2020. Why It Matters: The case exposes the dangers of online drug deals and the risk of […]
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Urgent Search for Missing Lawrenceville Man, Hector Rolon
The Gist: Hector Rolon, a 77-year-old Lawrenceville resident, was last seen leaving his apartment around 3 a.m. Friday. The Gwinnett County Police Department is actively seeking the public’s assistance in locating Hector, emphasizing the urgency of the situation. ❓ What’s Happening: 🔍 Between the Lines: Police say Hector stands at five foot nine inches, weighs […]