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San Francisco, CA - August 23, 2019: Presidential candidate Kamala Harris speaking at the Democratic National Convention summer session in San Francisco, California.

Kamala Harris is Coming to Georgia Again: This Time She’s Going to Church

by Thom ChandlerOctober 18, 2024

Two teenagers from Atlanta have been arrested and charged in connection to the fentanyl overdose death of a 16-year-old girl, according to the Gwinnett County Police Department.

Crime

Teenagers Arrested in Fentanyl Overdose Death of Gwinnett Teen

by Thom ChandlerOctober 18, 2024October 18, 2024

Seventeen-year-old Emelia Martinez has been missing from Stone Mountain for 10 months since December 13, 2023. She is described as 5'6" and 135 pounds with black hair and brown eyes. Authorities continue to seek public assistance in finding her, urging anyone with information to contact relevant organizations.

17-Year-Old Emelia Martinez Has Been Missing For 10 Months

by Thom ChandlerOctober 18, 2024October 18, 2024

The Gwinnett County Police Department is asking the community for help in locating 71-year-old Marie Alabre, who was reported missing by her family on October 12.

Have You Seen Missing 71-Year-Old Gwinnett Woman Marie Alabre?

by Thom ChandlerOctober 17, 2024October 17, 2024

DeKalb County District Attorney Sherry Boston has deemed the shooting of Army veteran John Robert Smith Jr. by VA police at the Atlanta VA Medical Center justified. Smith, experiencing suicidal thoughts, threatened staff with a knife, leading to the officer firing 13 shots. The use of force was considered legally justified.

Crime

Shooting of John Robert Smith Jr. by VA Officer in DeKalb County Declared Justified

by Thom ChandlerOctober 17, 2024October 17, 2024

A Fulton County judge issued a ruling Tuesday night rejecting a Georgia State Election Board’s new ballot hand-count rule from taking effect on the night of Georgia’s Nov. 5 general election.

Struck Down: Georgia Does Not Have to Hand Count Ballots on Election Night

by Stanley Dunlap | Georgia RecorderOctober 16, 2024October 16, 2024

Former President Donald Trump Tuesday night pledged to defeat inflation, lower taxes, and deport illegal immigrants at a campaign rally in Cobb County.

What Did Donald Trump Say in Georgia Tuesday Night?

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceOctober 15, 2024

The NFL has announced that Atlanta's Mercedes-Benz Stadium will host Super Bowl LXII in 2028, marking the city's fourth time as the host. This event is expected to boost Atlanta's economy significantly, similar to the $350 million impact seen in 2019. Preparations will begin shortly to ensure a successful event.

Sports, Newsflash

Atlanta to Host Super Bowl in 2028

by Thom ChandlerOctober 15, 2024October 15, 2024

A Fulton County Superior Court Judge ruled that local election boards must certify election results, rejecting claims of board member Julie Adams who refused to do so. The decision emphasizes the necessity of timely certification, amid ongoing legal challenges to new election rules allowing delays for fraud investigations, which opponents view as politically motivated.

Judge Says Local Election Boards Must Certify Election Results

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceOctober 15, 2024October 15, 2024

A Community Assistance Center has been established for residents and business owners affected by the BioLab fire in Conyers. Open Monday to Saturday, the center provides support, claims assistance, and resources. Ongoing air monitoring continues, and free debris removal is offered. A 24/7 hotline and online portal are also available for help.

Community Assistance Center Opens for Conyers Residents Affected by BioLab Fire

by Thom ChandlerOctober 15, 2024October 15, 2024

For Cobb County residents with unwanted paint piling up, Keep Cobb Beautiful is hosting a Paint Recycling/Amnesty Collection event.

Need to Get Rid of Old Paint in Cobb County?

by Thom ChandlerOctober 13, 2024October 13, 2024

What Happened: Preliminary reports suggest the woman’s injuries are consistent with being struck by a vehicle, though authorities are still working to piece together the exact details. The Atlanta Police Department’s Accident Investigations Unit is leading the case, looking into whether this may have been a hit-and-run. Investigators have yet to release the identity of the victim or share any potential details about the vehicle or driver involved.

Crime

Atlanta Woman Killed in Suspected Hit-and-Run Near I-75/85

by Thom ChandlerOctober 13, 2024October 13, 2024

On November 5, voters in Cobb County will vote on a new transit tax plan to fund public transit projects. It’s called the Mobility Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax, or M-SPLOST. This plan will raise sales tax by 1%, bringing it from 6% to 7%, for the next 30 years.

Traffic & Transportation

Everything You Need to Know Before Voting on Cobb County’s Transit Tax

by Thom ChandlerOctober 12, 2024October 12, 2024

A man was fatally shot outside a gas station on Jimmy Carter Boulevard in Norcross, prompting a search for the suspect who fled the scene.

Crime

Man Killed in Shooting At Jimmy Carter Boulevard Gas Station in Norcross

by Thom ChandlerOctober 11, 2024October 11, 2024

The Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in locating Alana White, a 15-year-old girl who was reported missing. Alana was last seen on Friday, October 11, at Legacy Walk, and is believed to be heading towards Atlanta in an unknown LYFT vehicle.

Have You Seen Missing Cherokee County Teen Alana White?

by Thom ChandlerOctober 11, 2024October 11, 2024

Cherokee Recreation and Parks will host the inaugural Live Like Laken 5K Run/Walk at Hobgood Park in Woodstock on October 26. The event, named after Laken Riley, a nursing student who was murdered on the UGA campus, will support The Laken Hope Foundation, which funds organizations promoting women’s safety, nursing education, and children’s healthcare.

5K Named After Laken Riley Set to Raise Funds for Women’s Safety

by Thom ChandlerOctober 11, 2024

Gwinnett County residents now have more options to cast their ballots ahead of the upcoming 2024 General Election. From October 15 to November 1, twelve advance in-person voting locations will open across the county, with two new locations added this year. These expanded options are designed to help reduce wait times, which can reach two hours or more during the final days of advance voting.

How to Vote in The 2024 Election in Gwinnett County

by Thom ChandlerOctober 10, 2024October 10, 2024

A Georgia jury found Mississippi National Guard member Selena Kellum guilty of murdering her girlfriend, Shaikia Strong, in a Smyrna extended-stay hotel in 2021. Kellum, 26, now faces charges including felony murder, aggravated assault, and tampering with evidence.

Crime

Mississippi National Guard Member Found Guilty in Georgia Girlfriend’s Murder

by Thom ChandlerOctober 10, 2024October 10, 2024