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The mother of Colt Gray, the Apalachee High School shooting suspect, warned a school counselor about her son’s behavior shortly before the deadly attack, according to text messages and phone records obtained by The Washington Post.

Crime

Colt Gray’s Mother Warned a School Counselor Minutes Before School Shooting

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 8, 2024September 8, 2024

The father of the 14-year-old suspect in the deadly Apalachee High School shooting has been arrested and charged with multiple counts of manslaughter and murder. Colin Gray, whose son is accused of killing four people in a mass shooting last week, now faces serious charges, including four counts of involuntary manslaughter, two counts of second-degree murder, and eight counts of cruelty to children.

Crime

Father of Apalachee High School Shooter Charged with Manslaughter

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 5, 2024September 5, 2024

A 14-year-old student accused of killing four people at Apalachee High School in Winder used an AR-style rifle given to him as a Christmas present by his father. The suspect, Colt Gray, allegedly opened fire on Wednesday, killing two students and two teachers, while injuring nine others.

Father Bought AR-15 Rifle as Holiday Gift for Son in Apalachee High School Shooting

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 5, 2024September 5, 2024

14-Year-Old Colt Gray is facing charges after a deadly shooting at Apalachee High School that left four people dead and nine others injured. Authorities released Gray's mugshot today.

Crime

The Face of a School Shooter

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 5, 2024September 5, 2024

Georgia's elected and appointed officials are responding to today's school shooting at Apalachee High School in Winder where two students and two teachers were shot.

Georgia Officials React to School Shooting at Apalachee High School

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 4, 2024September 4, 2024

Original Article: A shooting occurred at Apalachee High School in Winder late Tuesday morning, sending shockwaves through the small Barrow County community. The shooting was reported at approximately 10:23 a.m. at the school located at 940 Haymon Morris Road, prompting a swift response from local law enforcement and emergency medical teams.

Crime, Newsflash

Live Coverage: 2 Students, 2 Teachers Dead in Shooting at Apalachee High School in Winder

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 4, 2024September 4, 2024

A World War II airman from Covington is finally coming home. U.S. Army Air Force Sgt. Henry H. Allen Jr., who was killed in action nearly 80 years ago, has been identified, according to the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency. Allen was confirmed on June 20, 2024, after decades of efforts to recover and identify his remains.

Georgia World War II Airman Identified 80 Years After Crash

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 4, 2024September 4, 2024

Crime

Former Georgia Jailer Arrested for Aggravated Battery and Inmate Cruelty

by Thom ChandlerAugust 12, 2024August 12, 2024

FORSYTH -- Monroe County is buzzing with anticipation as the first Chick-fil-A restaurant in Monroe County opens its doors on Thursday, August 15. The new location at 101 Industrial Park Road will be operated by Nick Jones, a seasoned veteran of the company. This restaurant will offer a variety of services including dine-in, drive-thru, carry-out, and delivery.

Food

Chick-fil-A Will Open its First Restaurant in Monroe County Next Week: What You Need to Know

by Thom ChandlerAugust 8, 2024August 8, 2024

Blue Ridge, Dahlonega, and Madison in Georgia are among the most welcoming towns in the U.S. These towns were highlighted in a survey by ElectricityPrices.com that asked 3,700 travelers about their experiences in towns across the country.

Georgia By The Numbers

What Are The Most Welcoming Towns in Georgia?

by Thom ChandlerAugust 1, 2024August 1, 2024

Newton County Commission Chairman Marcello Banes and a local real estate broker have been indicted on federal charges of laundering money obtained through a fraud scheme.

Your Government

Newton County Commission Chairman Charged With Money Laundering

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceJune 27, 2024June 27, 2024

🔍 The Gist: From July 1 to July 3, Statham will conduct smoke tests on sanitary sewer lines to identify leaks and failures.

Don’t Be Alarmed if You See Smoke in Statham in Early July

by Thom ChandlerJune 18, 2024June 18, 2024

Road Work Ahead Sign with traffic

Traffic & Transportation

From Potholes to Progress: What Can $16.9 Million Do For Georgia’s Roads and Bridges?

by Thom ChandlerJune 6, 2024June 6, 2024

An Athens-Clarke County grand jury has indicted four members of a local street gang in the fatal shooting of a 3-year-old boy, Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr announced Wednesday.

Crime

Athens Grand Jury Indicts 4 in Gang-related Murder of 3-year-old

by Thom ChandlerJune 5, 2024June 5, 2024

The Supreme Court of Georgia has reversed the 2019 murder conviction of Sherman Allen, who was sentenced to life in prison with the possibility of parole for the death of his cousin, Treston Smith, in Elbert County. In a closely split 5-4 decision, the court determined that the trial court erred in not instructing the jury on the lesser charge of voluntary manslaughter.

Crime

Georgia Supreme Court Reverses Sherman Allen’s 2019 Murder Conviction: Here’s Why

by Thom ChandlerMay 29, 2024May 29, 2024

📊 The Gist: Incumbent David Scott won the Democratic primary in Georgia's District 13, defeating six primary challengers and securing enough of the vote to avoid a runoff, while Jonathan Chavez emerged victorious in the Republican primary.

Your Government

David Scott Fends Off Primary Challengers in District 13 Election

by Thom ChandlerMay 22, 2024May 22, 2024

😮 The Gist: The Gwinnett County Police Department swiftly apprehended a man with multiple outstanding warrants who was found in a vehicle reported stolen just hours earlier.

Gwinnett Police Nab Wanted Man in Stolen Vehicle Hours After it Was Stolen

by Thom ChandlerMay 16, 2024May 16, 2024

The Gist: The Athens-Clarke County Grand Jury indicted Jose Ibarra on multiple charges, including malice murder, in the death of University of Georgia student Laken Riley.

Crime

Grand Jury Indicts Jose Ibarra in Murder of UGA Student Laken Riley

by Thom ChandlerMay 10, 2024May 10, 2024