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Drivers in Lawrenceville will face a tough commute today as city crews shut down a key traffic lane on Jackson Street.

Traffic & Transportation

Watch Out For This Lane Closure in Downtown Lawrenceville Today

by B.T. ClarkJuly 9, 2025July 9, 2025

Georgia donut lovers no longer have to travel cross-country to experience one of California's most famous treats. Randy's Donuts, the legendary Los Angeles-based chain known for its giant rooftop donut signs and fresh-made pastries, has officially opened its first East Coast location in the Atlanta area.

Food

California’s Iconic Randy’s Donuts Makes Sweet Landing in Georgia

by B.T. ClarkJuly 9, 2025July 9, 2025

Georgia drivers face nearly three years of overnight traffic shifts and delays on a busy stretch of I-75. The work starts this summer and runs through nine counties in Georgia.

Traffic & Transportation

Major I-75 Sign Upgrades Will Impact 9 Georgia Counties

by B.T. ClarkJuly 7, 2025

Cherokee County residents can drop off their recycling at Hobgood Park again starting Tuesday after the site was closed for more than a month due to road construction.

Cherokee County Recycling Site Reopens After Road Work Closure

by B.T. ClarkJuly 7, 2025July 7, 2025

Cherokee County deputies will practice emergency drills at Reinhardt University in Waleska from Monday through Wednesday this week.

Don’t Worry About Police Presence at Reinhardt University This Week

by B.T. ClarkJuly 7, 2025July 7, 2025

Einstein Bros. Bagels has opened a new bakery in Marietta, bringing fresh-baked breakfast options.

Food

Einstein Bros. Bagels Opens New Location in Marietta

by B.T. ClarkJuly 7, 2025

What’s Happening: Cobb County Police responded around 6 p.m. to a call about a shooting at 300 Concepts 21 Circle. They found Cody Chavous, 33, from Austell, with serious injuries. He was taken to Grady Memorial Hospital but died there. Police have notified his family.

Crime

Man Dies After Shooting in Mableton on July 4

by B.T. ClarkJuly 6, 2025July 6, 2025

A Georgia probation officer faces DUI charges after causing a multi-car pileup on I-20 that seriously injured several people and shut down the interstate for hours on Independence Day.

Crime

Georgia Officer Arrested After Drunk Driving Crash Injures Several on July 4th

by B.T. ClarkJuly 4, 2025July 4, 2025

A Fourth of July parade in Dunwoody took a frightening turn when a truck accidentally accelerated, striking a pedestrian and causing several people to fall from a float trailer.

Fourth of July Parade Float Accident in Dunwoody Leaves Several Children Injured

by B.T. ClarkJuly 4, 2025July 4, 2025

A GoFundMe campaign has been launched for Jianni Iman Jones, a 3-year-old who died Wednesday after an accidental shooting in East Point.

GoFundMe Campaign Set up For Family of 3-Year-Old Who Accidentally Shot Himself in East Point

by B.T. ClarkJuly 4, 2025July 4, 2025

What We Know:• The traffic stop occurred at about 9:58 p.m. Sunday, June 29 on Main Street, during which the driver was cited for speeding and reckless driving.• Woodstock police reviewed the body camera footage and found the force unjustified, and asked municipal court to dismiss charges.• Davis was placed on administrative leave June 30. A formal complaint from the driver triggered involvement from the Georgia Bureau of Investigation.• On July 3, Davis was terminated for multiple policy violations, including excessive force. Other officers present were cleared.

Crime

Woodstock Police Officer Fired For Excessive Force During Traffic Stop

by B.T. ClarkJuly 3, 2025July 3, 2025

SWAT officers rescued an 8-year-old boy unharmed after a tense standoff at a southwest Atlanta home ended tragically early Thursday morning.

SWAT Team Rescues 8-Year-Old During Standoff in Atlanta

by B.T. ClarkJuly 3, 2025July 3, 2025

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Crime

Georgia Man Gets 45 Years for Child Sex Crimes

by B.T. ClarkJuly 3, 2025July 3, 2025

A garbage truck tipped over and struck a fire hydrant on East Cherokee Drive, forcing officials to close the road at Cokers Chapel Road.

Traffic & Transportation

Garbage Truck Flips and Hits Hydrant in Cherokee County

by B.T. ClarkJuly 2, 2025July 2, 2025

Shriners Children's will establish a new pediatric medical research facility near Georgia Tech, bringing jobs and significant investment, the health-care nonprofit announced Wednesday.

Atlanta Will Get a Shriners Children’s Medical Research Facility

by Ty Tagami | Capitol BeatJuly 2, 2025

As Independence Day approaches, Gwinnett County residents are getting important guidance on when to call 911 for fireworks-related incidents versus using the non-emergency line.

News You Can Use

When to Call 911 About Fireworks in Gwinnett County

by B.T. ClarkJuly 2, 2025July 2, 2025

The premise of his decision was that SB 202 created “…restrictions to the ballot box.” The data is clear that SB 202 did just the opposite—it created a secure environment that made it easier for Georgians to vote and harder to cheat. In fact, the 2022 and 2024 elections had higher registration and participation rates when compared to 2018 and 2020.

Opinion: While Georgia Got Elections Right, MLB Dropped the Ball

by Todd JonesJuly 1, 2025July 1, 2025