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 […]