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📅 The Gist: Woodstock Municipal Court will provide a week-long amnesty for Failure to Appear Bench Warrants from April 22-26, 2024, during Georgia Cities Week.

Woodstock Municipal Court Offers Limited Amnesty in April

by Thom ChandlerApril 16, 2024April 16, 2024

Tucker, Georgia, a charming and vibrant suburb of Atlanta, offers a unique blend of history, culture, and community spirit that might surprise even its longtime residents. Nestled in DeKalb County, this area is more than just a stop on the map—it's a place rich with hidden gems and intriguing stories. Here are some lesser-known facts about Tucker that highlight its distinct character.

8 Things You Didn’t Know About Tucker, Georgia

by Thom ChandlerApril 13, 2024April 13, 2024

🚀 The Gist: Resurfacing of I-575 southbound begins Sunday night, affecting the right lane from milepost 20 to the interstate's start in Cobb County.

Traffic & Transportation

Major Roadwork Project on I-575 to Impact Traffic Starting Sunday

by Thom ChandlerApril 13, 2024April 13, 2024

67-year-old Gary Cooper of Savannah spent 42 days on the Atlanta Braves roster in 1980 — one day short of qualifying for an MLB pension. Now a Change.org petition is asking the Braves to put him on the roster for one more day so he can qualify. GPB's Peter Biello reports.

This Retired Braves Player Just Needs One More Day on The Roster to Qualify For a Pension

by Peter Biello | GA TodayApril 13, 2024April 13, 2024

🛑 The Gist: The Georgia Department of Transportation has announced lane closures on Ga. 400 to accommodate bridge replacements and widening at three key overpasses: Pitts Road, Roberts Drive, and Kimball Bridge Road.

Traffic & Transportation

Lane Closures Scheduled for Ga. 400 Bridge Replacement Project

by Thom ChandlerApril 12, 2024April 12, 2024

🚦 The Gist: Lane closures and detours will affect I-85 and State Route 42/North Druid Hills Road, as part of ongoing improvements including sign placements and signal installations, from April 15 to April 20.

Traffic & Transportation

Lane Closures on I-85 Near North Druid Hills

by Thom ChandlerApril 12, 2024April 12, 2024

🔍 The Gist: Alpharetta police arrested Demarcus Johnson on April 5, for the March 11 kidnapping and rape of a female Lyft driver, along with charges of aggravated assault and vehicle theft.

Crime

Lyft Driver Kidnapped, Drugged and Raped in Alpharetta by Her Passenger

by Thom ChandlerApril 9, 2024April 9, 2024

prison, prison cell, jail

Crime

Major Gang Arrest in DeKalb County Gets 20 Suspected Gang Members Off The Streets

by Thom ChandlerApril 8, 2024April 8, 2024

🚧 The Gist: Road construction will begin today in Milton on Hopewell and Francis Roads in Milton, with significant delays expected due to full-depth reclamation and ditch line work, respectively.

Traffic & Transportation

Milton Roadwork Alert: Expect Delays on Hopewell and Francis Roads

by Thom ChandlerApril 8, 2024April 8, 2024

🚨 The Gist: The Atlanta Police Department is reaching out to the community, seeking assistance in identifying a suspect involved in a recent pedestrian robbery on Cascade Avenue.

Crime

Pedestrian Robbed Walking on Cascade Avenue in Atlanta in Broad Daylight

by Thom ChandlerApril 8, 2024April 8, 2024

At WrestleMania 40, Cody Rhodes achieved a monumental victory by claiming the WWE Championship from Roman Reigns, a triumph that not only heralds a new era in his wrestling career but also brings a sense of pride to his hometown of Marietta.

Georgia Native Cody Rhodes Wins WWE Championship at WrestleMania

by Thom ChandlerApril 7, 2024April 7, 2024

The Gist: A 19-year-old Georgia man is accused of killing his roommate using a TV Cable and then a knife. Erik Ruiz Lopez faces charges including aggravated assault, felony murder, and malice murder following a deadly altercation in Buford.

Crime

Georgia Man Accused of Using TV Cable and Knife to Kill His Roommate

by Thom ChandlerApril 5, 2024April 5, 2024

Navigating the bustling streets and the warm-hearted community of Atlanta, one might stumble upon a wide array of sights, sounds, and experiences uniquely Atlantan. Yet, within the city too busy to hate, there are certain phrases you're as likely to hear as you are to meet a Georgian who can drive in the snow. In honor of 404 Day, here's a look at some of them:

6 Things You’ll Never Hear an Atlantan Say

by Thom ChandlerApril 4, 2024April 4, 2024

📰 The Gist: The DeKalb County Sheriff's Office, with the Georgia State Patrol's assistance, apprehended a man linked to a fatal double shooting in Lithonia.

Crime

Suspect in Double Shooting in Lithonia Arrested

by Thom ChandlerApril 3, 2024April 3, 2024

🔍 The Gist: Adrian Jelks, the 19-year-old suspect wanted for a shooting at a Fayetteville Walmart, has been apprehended without incident.

Crime

Georgia Walmart Shooting Suspect Arrested

by Thom ChandlerApril 3, 2024April 3, 2024

In the early hours of Wednesday, a quiet Buford neighborhood became the center of a homicide investigation that has left one man dead.

Crime

A Georgia Woman Called Police After Hearing Cries for Help. Police Discovered a Homicide Scene

by Thom ChandlerApril 3, 2024April 5, 2024

The Gist: The 15-year-old boy who was critically injured after being struck by a car in Austell on March 20, has died from his injuries, according to Cobb County Police.

Traffic & Transportation

15-Year-Old Dies After Fatal Cobb County Crash

by Thom ChandlerApril 2, 2024April 2, 2024

Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens has appointed Kristin Edwards as the new Manager of Nightlife and Culture, a role created to strengthen the partnership between the city and its nightlife industry. In her new position, Edwards will focus on liaising with nightlife industry leaders and providing resources and educational opportunities, including the coordination of "Training Day" workshops aimed at promoting a safe and thriving nightlife scene in Atlanta.

Meet Atlanta’s Manager of Nightlife and Culture

by Thom ChandlerApril 1, 2024April 1, 2024