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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

TikTok food critic Keith Lee is making headlines after his reviews of restaurants in Atlanta have gone viral.

Food

TikTok Star Keith Lee Sparks Debate About Atlanta Restaurant Rules. Were His Criticisms Valid?

by Chris Malone MéndezNovember 2, 2023

📅 The Gist: On October 21, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta celebrated their annual Big, Little, & Family Picnic, drawing over 500 attendees.

Photos: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta Holds Annual Picnic

by Thom ChandlerNovember 2, 2023

Sugar Hill 14-year-old Keshvee Sekhda recently made headlines after winning $10,000 for creating an app that uses machine learning to identify breast, lung, and skin cancer.

Georgia Middle Schooler’s App Uses AI To Fight Cancer

by Hannah Grace HaggardNovember 2, 2023November 2, 2023

The Gist: An investigation into fraudulent cargo trailer purchases in Douglas escalated when police say suspects struck a deputy with their vehicle, resulting the deputy shooting at the suspects.

Crime

Deputy Struck by Vehicle Leads to Police Shooting in Douglas

by Thom ChandlerNovember 1, 2023

Fence with barbed wire

Crime

Former Georgia Tech Chief Scientist Sentenced in Fraud Scheme Involving CIA and Air Force

by Thom ChandlerNovember 1, 2023

prison, prison cell, jail

Five Sentenced in North Georgia for Involvement in Sex Trafficking Scheme Spanning Over a Year

by Thom ChandlerOctober 31, 2023October 31, 2023

Police siren

Crime

Police Shooting in Brookhaven: What We Know

by Kelly PostOctober 31, 2023

As October 31 draws near, Halloween festivities are on everyone's mind. For children, it's a night of costumes, candy, and adventure; for parents, it's a night that calls for vigilance. To that end, the Cobb County Police Department has released a set of comprehensive safety guidelines. Backed by a plethora of statistics, these guidelines offer a roadmap to a safer Halloween experience.

How To Keep Your Family Safe This Halloween

by Thom ChandlerOctober 30, 2023October 30, 2023

Crop children with buckets in halloween

Norcross Streets to Close for Halloween Night Traffic

by Thom ChandlerOctober 30, 2023October 30, 2023

Snow Covered Christmas Tree with Multi Colored Lights

Your Government

What You Need To Know About Gwinnett County’s 39-Foot Christmas Tree

by Thom ChandlerOctober 30, 2023October 30, 2023

The Gist: Arthur Ray Hanson II, from Huntsville, Alabama, was indicted on October 25 for allegedly making threats against Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis and Sheriff Patrick Labat. The threats were linked to their roles in the investigation of former President Donald Trump.

Crime

Alabama Man Indicted for Threatening Fulton County Officials Over Trump Investigation

by Thom ChandlerOctober 30, 2023January 7, 2024

📝 The Gist: Consulting firm BerryDunn has completed a year-long assessment of the Dunwoody Police Department, presenting 33 recommendations..

Crime

Dunwoody Police Department Receives Roadmap for Improvement

by Thom ChandlerOctober 30, 2023October 30, 2023

🚨 The Gist: A tragic series of events unfolded in Paulding County, leading to the death of Jasmyn Lambert, a 37-year-old Cobb County teacher.

Crime

A Cobb County Teacher Was Killed Saturday. Her Estranged Husband Has Been Charged in Her Death

by Thom ChandlerOctober 30, 2023October 30, 2023