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Vice President Kamala Harris went on offense against former President Donald Trump Thursday night at a star-studded Get Out the Vote rally in Clarkston, the most diverse city in Georgia.

Kamala Harris Brings Out The Stars At Georgia Rally

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceOctober 24, 2024

Rockdale Missing Person Alert: Chloe Leigh Cooper

Rockdale Missing Person Alert: Chloe Leigh Cooper

by Thom ChandlerOctober 24, 2024

The Gwinnett County Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a 42-year-old woman from Norcross who has been missing since July.

Missing Georgia Woman Vanishes Under Mysterious Circumstances After Jail Release

by Thom ChandlerOctober 24, 2024October 24, 2024

A fire broke out at The Elliot Apartments on Northridge Way on Wednesday afternoon, displacing 20 tenants. No injuries were reported.

Fire

Apartment Fire in Norcross Displaces 20 Residents

by Thom ChandlerOctober 23, 2024October 23, 2024

Peachtree City residents and businesses are being notified about increased aircraft activity ahead of the Falcon Field Air Show. Flyovers will begin on Friday, October 25, 2024, between 10:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., as part of final preparations for the weekend event.

Stop, Peachtree City What’s That Sound? The Air Show is Coming

by Thom ChandlerOctober 23, 2024October 23, 2024

As the second anniversary of Selena Garcia's disappearance approaches, Gwinnett County Police continue to seek public help to locate the 25-year-old, missing since October 23, 2022. Despite extensive efforts, no significant leads have emerged. Authorities urge anyone with information, including minor details, to contact them or Crime Stoppers.

Detectives Still Seeking Information in Disappearance of Selena Garcia Two Years Ago

by Thom ChandlerOctober 23, 2024October 23, 2024

A 42-year-old man was hospitalized with serious injuries after a collision with a truck on Paces Ferry Road. The incident occurred when the cyclist entered a crosswalk and was struck by the truck during a left turn. The driver was uninjured. Police are investigating and seeking witnesses.

Traffic & Transportation

Bicyclist Hospitalized After Collision with Truck in Cobb County

by Thom ChandlerOctober 23, 2024October 23, 2024

A mother stands trial in a case that has rocked East Point. Nicole Ashley Jackson, 27, is accused of killing one of her 4-year-old twin daughters, severely injuring the other, and setting their apartment on fire to cover up the crime.

Crime

Trial Begins for East Point Mom Accused of Killing Her Daughter and Setting Apartment on Fire

by Thom ChandlerOctober 23, 2024October 23, 2024

Donald Trump Will Be in Gwinnett County Today

by Thom ChandlerOctober 23, 2024October 23, 2024

Cobb County Police are investigating the death of a 66-year-old man following a residential fire in Marietta. Officers responded to a report of a fire on Jamerson Forest Circle at approximately 9:26 p.m. on October 18. Firefighters from Cobb County Fire & Emergency Services arrived at the scene and extinguished the blaze.

Fire

66-Year-Old Man Found Dead After Marietta Fire

by Thom ChandlerOctober 22, 2024October 22, 2024

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Crime

Repeat Sex Offender Gets 15 Years For Enticing a Teen

by Thom ChandlerOctober 22, 2024April 12, 2025

Clermont Lounge

History of Clermont Lounge: Atlanta’s Legendary Dive Bar

by Thom ChandlerOctober 22, 2024October 22, 2024

The name Villa Rica, Georgia, which translates from Spanish to “Rich Village,” has roots deeply intertwined with the gold rush of the early 19th century. Long before it became a quiet town on the outskirts of metro Atlanta, Villa Rica was a bustling site where settlers sought fortune beneath its red clay soil.

How Did Villa Rica, Georgia Get Its Name?

by Thom ChandlerOctober 21, 2024October 21, 2024

A fire at the Champions Green Apartment Complex in Roswell on October 19 resulted in the deaths of two people and two dogs, stemming from unattended cooking. The fire, which began at 3:48 a.m., also displaced six residents. Emergency services and the Red Cross are aiding those affected.

Fire

Unattended Cooking Sparks Fatal Apartment Fire in Roswell

by Thom ChandlerOctober 21, 2024October 21, 2024

A Georgia man, Cylester Maxwell, has been arrested for his role in the January 6 Capitol riot. Charged with multiple felonies including assaulting law enforcement, he was identified in footage participating in confrontations with police and entering restricted Capitol grounds. The case involves agencies like the FBI and U.S. Attorney's Office.

Crime

Alpharetta Man Arrested in January 6 Attack on The Capitol

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceOctober 21, 2024

Rockdale County, led by Commissioner Sherri Washington, plans to sue BioLab following a chemical explosion that forced evacuations. The lawsuit seeks to declare BioLab a public nuisance, hold it accountable for damages, and potentially shut it down due to ongoing health concerns and inadequate local support for residents.

Rockdale County is Suing BioLab and Wants Them Shut Down

by Thom ChandlerOctober 21, 2024October 21, 2024

Vice President Kamala Harris addressed the tragic dock collapse on Sapelo Island during a cultural celebration, which resulted in seven fatalities and multiple injuries. Speaking at a church in Atlanta, she expressed her condolences and reaffirmed the federal government's commitment to assist affected communities, while also emphasizing the importance of voter mobilization.

Here’s What Vice President Kamala Harris Said About The Sapelo Island Gangway Collapse

by Thom ChandlerOctober 20, 2024October 20, 2024

Vice President Kamala Harris sharpened her attacks on former President Donald Trump Saturday night at a Get Out the Vote campaign rally in Atlanta.

Kamala Harris Warns Against Trump at Atlanta Rally

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceOctober 19, 2024October 19, 2024