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The Gist: Roswell's electoral voice rang clear as incumbents Sarah Beeson and Christine Hall retained their City Council seats, a runoff was set for Post 2, and David Johnson claimed victory in Post 4.

Your Government

Election Results: Who Won the Roswell City Council Races?

by Thom ChandlerNovember 7, 2023November 7, 2023

📘 The Details: In a clear affirmation of his tenure, Al Thurman has been re-elected as mayor of Powder Springs, securing a commanding majority in a fully reported vote count.

Your Government

Al Thurman Reelected as Mayor of Powder Springs

by Thom ChandlerNovember 7, 2023November 7, 2023

🏡 The Gist: Mayor Derek Norton has emerged victorious in the Smyrna mayoral race.

Your Government

Who Won the Smyrna Mayor’s Race

by Thom ChandlerNovember 7, 2023November 7, 2023

🏙️ The Gist: Austell residents have chosen their mayor; incumbent Ollie B. Clemons Jr. has secured the seat with a strong majority.

Your Government

Who Won the Austell Mayor’s Race?

by Thom ChandlerNovember 7, 2023November 7, 2023

📰 The Gist: Canton voters have re-elected Bill Grant as Mayor, signaling continued trust in his leadership.

Your Government

Who Won the Canton Mayor’s Race?

by Thom ChandlerNovember 7, 2023November 7, 2023

ELECTION RESULTS

Your Government

Who Won the 2023 Norcross City Council Election?

by Thom ChandlerNovember 7, 2023November 7, 2023

🖼️ The Big Picture: This drug bust underscores the critical role of alertness and quick action by first responders, which can lead to larger criminal discoveries and potentially save lives by removing dangerous substances from the streets.

Crime

Major Drug Bust in Forsyth County: Fentanyl, Meth, and Handgun Seized

by Thom ChandlerNovember 7, 2023November 7, 2023

Police chased the fleeing car through the streets of the city

Traffic & Transportation

Duluth Police Nab Reckless Drivers After High-speed Chase

by Thom ChandlerNovember 7, 2023November 7, 2023

📱 The Gist: On the evening of October 23, three suspects committed a robbery on West Peachtree Street, targeting a Georgia Tech student. The student was coerced into handing over his phone and was threatened with a firearm when he tired to get it back.

Crime

Georgia Tech Student Robbed at Gunpoint: Have You Seen These Suspects?

by Thom ChandlerNovember 7, 2023

Polling Place Vote Here Sign On White Board Near House

Your Government

Who Is on the Ballot for Tuesday’s Election in Cobb County?

by Thom ChandlerNovember 6, 2023November 6, 2023

🚨 The Gist: Marc Kerry Anderson, one of the four inmates who escaped from the Bibb County Detention Center, has been captured in Atlanta, as law enforcement tightens the net around the remaining fugitives.

Crime

Escaped Bibb County Inmate Marc Kerry Anderson Captured in Fulton County

by Thom ChandlerNovember 4, 2023

LILBURN, GEORGIA – Looking to clinch their second straight Region 4-AAAAAAA championship with a win, the Grayson Rams relied on a heavy dose of the run, and rumbled their way to a dominant 41-14 win over Parkview Friday night. Grayson, who found a weakness in Parkview’s run defense midway through ...

High School Sports

Photos: Grayson Tops Parkview for Georgia Region 4-AAAAAAA Title

by Colin HubbardNovember 4, 2023November 4, 2023

As the leaves turn in DeKalb County, the political landscape is poised for transformation as well, with municipal elections set for November 7, 2023. Voters across the county will cast their ballots in a series of local races that could redefine city leadership for the next several years.

Your Government

Who Is on the Ballot on Election Day in DeKalb County?

by Thom ChandlerNovember 4, 2023November 4, 2023

ROSWELL -- The Children's Development Academy turned the simple act of play into a pathway for future success for at-risk children, raising an impressive $80,000 at their third annual Party on our Playground event on October 14.

Roswell Community Unites Raises $80K for Children Through Play

by Kelly PostNovember 3, 2023November 3, 2023

Former correctional officer and Special Investigative Services team member at the United States Penitentiary in Atlanta, Andy Steven Johnson, pleaded guilty to stealing money from an inmate's CashApp account and fraudulently applying for a Paycheck Protection Program loan using a business that didn't exist.

Crime

Atlanta Penitentiary Guard Steals From Inmate To Commit Fraud

by Kelly PostNovember 3, 2023November 3, 2023

A severely overcrowded Fulton County jail has become so dilapidated that inmates are able to fashion makeshift weapons by reaching into the walls, removing broken flooring, electrical coverings, and broken pipes, according to staff from Fulton County Sheriff’s Office.

Fulton County Jail Investigation Continues: Here’s What We Learned This Week

by Stanley Dunlap | Georgia RecorderNovember 3, 2023

🔥 The Gist: An arson investigation is underway after a DeKalb County gas station was set ablaze in the early hours of Thursday morning.

Fire

DeKalb County Gas Station Fire Investigated as Arson

by Thom ChandlerNovember 3, 2023November 3, 2023

The Gist: Joshua Cortez Ellis, 25, from Stockbridge, was sentenced to life imprisonment without parole, plus an additional five years, for the murder of Ronald Peters during a robbery in 2019.

Crime

Stockbridge Man Sentenced to Life for Robbery and Murder of Decatur Man

by Thom ChandlerNovember 2, 2023