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📊 The Gist: Fulton County Schools have bested state averages in Georgia's latest educational performance review, setting new highs in graduation rates and elementary school learning.

State Educational Report: Fulton Schools Achieve New Highs

by Thom ChandlerDecember 15, 2023December 15, 2023

🚔 The Gist: A pursuit in Cobb County led to the arrest of Robert Shirling, 50, of Dahlonega, Tuesday after he allegedly tried to ram a police vehicle and evaded officers, resulting in a series of collisions and his eventual capture in downtown Atlanta.

Crime

Dahlonega Man Charged for Attempting to Ram Cobb Police in Chase

by Thom ChandlerDecember 13, 2023December 13, 2023

🚒 The Gist: A vehicle collision in Woodstock led to a broken power pole and fire, disrupting railroad services.

Fire

Photos: Fire in Downtown Woodstock

by Thom ChandlerDecember 13, 2023December 13, 2023

🚗 The Gist: This morning, Georgia drivers faced hazardous conditions with icy roads in Bartow County and traffic incidents in Fulton and along I-75 South in Cherokee County.

Traffic & Transportation

Stuck in Traffic in Georgia This Morning? Here’s Why

by Thom ChandlerDecember 12, 2023December 12, 2023

It was thought at one time that Dylan Raiola's commitment to the Georgia Bulldogs was a done deal ahead of December 20th's early National Letter of Intent period. Now it's seemingly up in the air as a university Raiola is very familiar with has emerged as a new potential contender to ...

High School Sports

High School Football: Dylan Raiola, Top Ranked 2024 Quarterback, Will Visit Nebraska

by Andy VillamarzoDecember 12, 2023

LEGO Discovery Center Atlanta, located in Phipps Plaza, invites you to unwrap the magic of the holiday season and experience the most magical time like never before during their 2023 Holiday Bricktacular, an event filled with joy, creativity, and holiday cheer for the entire family. Taking place now through December 24th, enjoy seasonal LEGO build activities, holiday theming throughout the Center and much more including the opportunity to:

Celebrate the Ho Ho Holidays at Lego Discovery Center Atlanta’s 2023 Holiday Bricktacular, Now Through Dec. 24th

by Special to The Georgia SunDecember 11, 2023December 11, 2023

The City of Canton announced today that Captain John Lummus will assume the role of interim police chief for the Canton Police Department. This change comes as the current Police Chief Stephen Merrifield prepares to retire.

Meet Canton’s Interim Police Chief, John Lummus

by Thom ChandlerDecember 11, 2023December 11, 2023

🌡️ The Gist: Atlanta is opening a warming center on Monday, December 11, as temperatures are expected to drop to near freezing tonight.

Atlanta Opens Warming Center in Expectation of Near-freezing Weather Tonight

by Thom ChandlerDecember 11, 2023

🚓 The Gist: A Fayetteville officer shot a man during a domestic dispute response, prompting an investigation by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation.

Crime

Police Shooting in Fayetteville: What We Know

by Thom ChandlerDecember 9, 2023

The City of Atlanta announced Friday that The Peach Drop, a semi-annual New Year's Eve tradition at Underground Atlanta, would be canceled again this year. If you need to catch up, you can read our article about the cancelation of the Peach Drop here.

‘My City! It’s Gone!’ Atlanta Reacts to Peach Drop Cancellation

by Thom ChandlerDecember 9, 2023

Atlanta has canceled its traditional New Year's Eve Peach Drop event this year. We look at the reasoning for the cancelation, as well as the event's history of cancelations.

Peach Drop Canceled Again: What We Know

by Thom ChandlerDecember 9, 2023December 9, 2023

A devastating motor vehicle collision in Gwinnett County resulted in the deaths of three people, including a mother and her teenage son, the Gwinnett County Police Department reported.

Traffic & Transportation

Tragic Collision in Gwinnett County Claims Lives of a Motorcyclist, a Mother, and Her Son

by Thom ChandlerDecember 8, 2023December 8, 2023

🔍 In Context: Handled by the DeKalb County District Attorney’s Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Unit, this case highlighted the critical issue of domestic violence and the justice system's approach to such crimes.

Crime

Violent Domestic Attack at DeKalb County Intersection Ends in 25-Year Sentence

by Thom ChandlerDecember 7, 2023December 7, 2023

U.S. Soccer announced its new National Training Center in Fayette County.

Fayette County Wins Bid for U.S. Soccer’s National Training Hub

by Thom ChandlerDecember 7, 2023

Ted Terry, a local county commissioner in DeKalb County is making a resolution calling for an immediate permanent ceasefire between Israel and Palestine.

Your Government

DeKalb Commissioner Sets His Sights on Peace in Israel

by Kelly PostDecember 6, 2023December 6, 2023

John Park, a former City Council District 2 representative, has been elected as Brookhaven's mayor, becoming the first Asian-American Pacific Islander mayor in the state.

Your Government

Meet Brookhaven’s New Mayor, John Park

by Thom ChandlerDecember 6, 2023December 6, 2023

🌟 The Gist: In East Point, a small group of voters decided the City Council elections for Wards B, C, and D. As a result, new leadership will be coming to the city, as all three incumbents were thrown out of office.

Your Government

A Small Group of Residents Determined the Future of East Point

by Thom ChandlerDecember 6, 2023December 6, 2023

☑️ The Gist: Keosha Bell has been elected to the South Fulton City Council for District 5.

Your Government

Who Won the South Fulton City Council Runoff Election?

by Thom ChandlerDecember 5, 2023December 5, 2023