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Candace Torrence, a distinguished teacher at A.L. Burruss Elementary School in Marietta, has been recognized as one of the ten finalists for the prestigious 2025 Georgia Teacher of the Year award.

Marietta Educator Candace Torrence Among Top Contenders for 2025 Georgia Teacher of the Year

by Thom ChandlerMarch 18, 2024March 18, 2024

🚧 The Gist: Firefighters tackled a simultaneous gas and water leak on Dacula Road in Dacula, causing road closures and local evacuations on Sunday afternoon.

Gas and Water Leak in Dacula: What We Know

by Thom ChandlerMarch 18, 2024March 18, 2024

🚨 The Gist: Atlanta police are seeking public assistance to locate Sanijah L. Hill, a missing teen last seen on March 15 in Southwest Atlanta.

Urgent Appeal: Help Locate Missing Atlanta Teen Sanijah L. Hill

by Thom ChandlerMarch 16, 2024March 16, 2024

A Fulton County judge ruled Friday that District Attorney Fani Willis and her whole office can either step aside from the 2020 election interference case or the special prosecutor who was involved in a romantic relationship with Willis can withdraw from the case.

In The News, Newsflash

Special Prosecutor in Trump Case Resigns, Allowing Fani Willis to Continue Prosecuting The Case

by Jill Nolin | Georgia Recorder and Stanley Dunlap | Georgia RecorderMarch 15, 2024March 15, 2024

Trillian Haile was found standing near the scene, with two handguns placed before him, one identified as Young's. He was also injured and claimed self-defense, stating that Young had attempted to rob him, prompting an exchange of gunfire. According to Haile, even as Young tried to flee and then surrendered, pleading for mercy, Haile continued shooting until Young was dead.

Crime

36-Year-Old Georgia Man Found Guilty of Shooting 19-Year-Old to Death in Self-Defense Case

by Thom ChandlerMarch 15, 2024March 15, 2024

Leuze Electronics Inc., a globally recognized sensor solutions provider headquartered in Germany, has announced the relocation of its U.S. headquarters from Michigan to Gwinnett County. This strategic move involves a $1.2 million investment in the Gwinnett economy and is expected to create 17 new jobs in the area. The decision to choose Gwinnett County highlights the region's attractive business environment and skilled labor market, aligning with Leuze Electronics' growth objectives.

German Electronics Company Headquarters Will Bring $1.2 Million to Gwinnett County

by Thom ChandlerMarch 15, 2024March 15, 2024

A Fulton County Superior Court judge ruled Friday that Fulton District Attorney Fani Willis may continue prosecuting the election interference case against former President Donald Trump.

In The News, Newsflash

Fulton Judge in Trump Case: Fani Willis Can Stay if Nathan Wade Leaves

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceMarch 15, 2024March 15, 2024

🔍 The Gist: A woman was critically injured after being shot in Lawrenceville in what police describe as a domestic-related incident.

Crime

Lawrenceville Woman Shot in Domestic Dispute

by Thom ChandlerMarch 15, 2024March 15, 2024

Blurry Road at Night

Traffic & Transportation

27-Year-Old on Motorcycle Killed in Collision With Porsche

by Thom ChandlerMarch 14, 2024March 14, 2024

The Gist: Governor Brian Kemp signed Senate Bill 332, the prosecutorial oversight bill, triggering significant backlash over concerns of political overreach and constitutional validity.

Your Government

Brian Kemp Signs Controversial Bill Targeting Local Prosecutors

by Thom ChandlerMarch 13, 2024March 13, 2024

A Fulton County Superior Court judge Wednesday dismissed six counts of a 41-count indictment charging former President Donald Trump and multiple co-defendants with interfering in Georgia’s 2020 president election.

Crime

Judge in Fulton Election Interference Case Against Trump Throws Out 6 of 41 Counts

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceMarch 13, 2024March 13, 2024

The Gist: A tragic crash occurred early on March 12, in Forsyth County, Georgia, where two young adults lost their lives in a two-vehicle collision on SR 20.

Crime

Suspected DUI Crash Kills Two Young Adults in Forsyth County

by Thom ChandlerMarch 13, 2024March 13, 2024

The Details: Sylvia Williamson, 55, of Austell, lost her life in a chain-reaction crash involving four vehicles. The accident also left several injured, including children, necessitating urgent hospital care.

Traffic & Transportation

55-Year-Old Austell Woman Killed in Car Crash

by Thom ChandlerMarch 13, 2024March 13, 2024

🕯️ The Gist: A 4-year-old girl was killed in a crash in the Mall of Georgia parking lot over the weekend. The child's name was Abigail Hernandez.

4-Year-Old Girl Killed in Pedestrian Crash at Mall of Georgia: What We Know

by Thom ChandlerMarch 12, 2024March 12, 2024

The Gist: Following a fatal stabbing in Cobb County, the suspect, identified as Randy Graham, has voluntarily surrendered to authorities.

Crime

Suspect in Cobb County Stabbing Surrenders to Police

by Thom ChandlerMarch 12, 2024March 12, 2024

🚗 The Gist: Roswell officials have determined the site for the city's new downtown parking deck following a City Council vote.

Traffic & Transportation

Roswell Picks Location for Downtown Parking Deck

by Thom ChandlerMarch 12, 2024March 12, 2024

🚗 The Gist: A severe multi-vehicle collision occurred on I-75 Northbound near South Marietta Parkway, resulting in two fatalities and multiple injuries.

Traffic & Transportation

Two Killed in Fatal Multi-Vehicle Pileup On I-75

by Thom ChandlerMarch 10, 2024March 10, 2024

🚨 The Gist: Cool Beans in Peachtree City, known for its backroom bargains, has been busted for dealing in counterfeit designer goods, confirming the suspicions of many savvy shoppers.

Crime

Peachtree City’s Counterfeit Crackdown: Cool Beans Caught Red-Handed

by Thom ChandlerMarch 9, 2024March 9, 2024