The Barrow County community continues to grapple with the aftermath of a mass shooting at Apalachee High School, which left four dead and nine others injured. Amid the heartbreak, one family finds a glimmer of hope as their 15-year-old daughter, a shooting victim, returns home from the hospital. What’s Happening: Melany Garcia, 15, was among […]
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Cartersville Man Sentenced After Firing at Officer
Jose Rivera, 46, has been sentenced to over 18 years in federal prison after shooting at a Cartersville police officer in 2022. Rivera, a convicted felon, illegally possessed a firearm he had stolen moments before the incident. The Details: On November 17, 2022, Rivera broke into a Cartersville store by throwing a cinderblock through the […]
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72-Year-Old Georgia Woman Killed in Crash on Ga. 400
A two-vehicle collision on Ga. 400 claimed the life of a 72-year-old Dawsonville woman on Sunday night. Julie Waters Lamb was crossing the highway at the Jot ‘Em Down Road intersection at around 9:30 p.m. on September 8, when her 2014 Toyota Rav4 was struck by a 2019 Ford F-150 driven by a 30-year-old Dahlonega […]
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Georgia Police Discover Illegally Killed Alligators
During a search warrant executed on August 29 in connection with a theft investigation, Richmond Hill police detectives uncovered two small, illegally killed alligators in Bryan County. The discovery led to charges against an individual for possessing the animals, which were taken in violation of state hunting regulations. The Details: While looking for items related […]
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Social Media Threats Continue: Worth County Schools Targeted
Worth County Schools issued a statement Monday after a social media post listed the district among hundreds of schools potentially targeted for a shooting. This follows a spike in threats aimed at schools across Georgia, particularly after the tragic school shooting at Apalachee High School earlier this month. While the Georgia Bureau of Investigation has […]
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Atlanta Police Officer Shot in Midtown: What We Know
An off-duty Atlanta police officer was shot at late Sunday in a bustling West Midtown area. The officer was not injured, but the incident has sparked an ongoing investigation and a large police presence overnight. 🚨 Why It Matters: Gunfire in a busy section of West Midtown raises concerns for local residents and businesses about […]
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6-Year-Old Shot During Gunfight in Georgia
A six-year-old boy is recovering after being shot in a chaotic gunfight involving multiple people late Saturday night on Washington Road in Appling. The child’s mother and two other individuals now face a long list of criminal charges. 👮♂️ What’s Happening: ⚖️ Between the Lines: Both parties involved in the altercation, Curry and Robinson, were […]
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Hundreds Gather to Honor Beloved Coach Ricky Aspinwall
The Flowery Branch community came together Sunday evening to honor the life of Richard “Ricky” William Aspinwall, an Apalachee High School teacher and coach who was tragically killed in a school shooting on Wednesday. Held at Flowery Branch High School’s football stadium, the memorial was a heartfelt celebration of a man who touched countless lives […]
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I-575 Ramp Closures Expected Tonight
Drivers on I-575 should prepare for temporary ramp closures this evening as construction continues along the interstate. The closures will affect several key entry and exit points, though the exact times are yet to be announced. The Details: In addition to the ramp closures, I-575 remains reduced to one lane of travel in the northbound […]