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The Georgia Department of Transportation has announced lane closures on I-285 and SR 400 for the upcoming week, starting October 23 through October 30. These closures are part of the ongoing Transform 285/400 Project and are contingent on favorable weather conditions.

Traffic & Transportation

Road Closure Update for Transform 285/400 Project

by Thom ChandlerOctober 23, 2023October 23, 2023

The Gist: Roswell resident Walter Juarez Guardado, age 37, was found dead under 20 feet of water after falling off his jet ski on Lake Lanier.

Body of Roswell Man Found in Lake Lanier

by Hannah Grace HaggardOctober 23, 2023October 23, 2023

🚗 The Gist: The City of Brookhaven and the Georgia Department of Transportation are inviting public feedback on a plan to transform the intersection at Ashford Dunwoody Road and Windsor Parkway into a single-lane roundabout.

Traffic & Transportation

Brookhaven Wants Your Feedback on a Proposed Roundabout Project

by Thom ChandlerOctober 23, 2023October 23, 2023

The Gist: Atlanta is experiencing a flurry of apartment construction, with several zip codes ranking among the top 50 in the country.

Georgia By The Numbers

Metro Atlanta Zip Codes Among Top 50 for Apartment Construction

by Kelly PostOctober 23, 2023October 23, 2023

The Gist: Brookhaven Police Department is investigating the distribution of antisemitic and hate speech flyers in the city. The incident occurred overnight on October 22.

Crime

Antisemitic Flyers Were Found in Brookhaven Again Last Night

by Thom ChandlerOctober 22, 2023October 22, 2023

Nestled in the heartland of Georgia, the waters of Lake Lanier whisper tales of a haunting figure known as the "Lady of the Lake." This legend has seeped into the local folklore, painting a eerie narrative that continues to captivate the imagination of residents and visitors alike who believe Lake Lanier is haunted.

Is Lake Lanier Haunted? What You Need To Know About the ‘Lady of the Lake’

by Thom ChandlerOctober 22, 2023October 22, 2023

The Gist: A man is missing in Lake Lanier after witnesses say he jumped off a jet ski and attempted to swim to shore.

Search Continues for Man Who Went Missing in Lake Lanier

by Hannah Grace HaggardOctober 22, 2023October 22, 2023

🚰 The Gist: The Atlanta Department of Watershed Management has issued a boil water advisory affecting the City of South Fulton, Union City, Palmetto, and Fairburn due to a possible breach in a 30-inch transmission main.

Boil Water Advisory Issued for Cities in South Fulton

by Thom ChandlerOctober 21, 2023

The Gist: The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is on the case of a police shooting in Smyrna that resulted in the death of 26-year-old Marthely Theodore. Occurring on October 20, the victim died Saturday. No officers were harmed.

Crime

Man Accused of Pointing Gun at Passing Cars Killed by Smyrna Police

by Thom ChandlerOctober 21, 2023October 21, 2023

The Gist: A 20-year-old man from Norcross, was pronounced dead at Northside Hospital after being brought in with a gunshot wound. The shooting is believed to have occurred at a business on Jimmy Carter Blvd.

Crime

Early Morning Shooting in Gwinnett County Results in Death of 20-Year-old

by Thom ChandlerOctober 21, 2023October 21, 2023

The Georgia Bulldogs have a bye this week, which gives the coaching staff a chance to check out some of the top high school talent around the country. Kirby Smart didn't have to travel far. On Friday night, Smart arrived at Dacula High School to watch a road game for the Buford Wolves, which boasts ...

High School Sports

Georgia Coach Kirby Smart Was at Dylan Raiola’s Buford Game

by Andrew Nemec, SBLive SportsOctober 21, 2023October 21, 2023

selective focus photography of brown football on grass at daytime

High School Sports

High School Football: Luke Nickel, Miami Quarterback Commit, Breaks Record With Impressive Touchdown Pass

by Andrew Nemec, SBLive SportsOctober 21, 2023October 21, 2023

Speed limit 25 sign closeup

Speed Detection Cameras Approved for Fulton County Schools

by Hannah Grace HaggardOctober 20, 2023October 20, 2023

The Gist: Freedom Park in Atlanta will soon be home to Self Portrait III, a 10-foot-tall stainless steel sculpture by Jaume Plensa that features letters from nine different languages, reflecting Atlanta's rich cultural diversity.

What Is the New Sculpture at Freedom Park in Atlanta?

by Thom ChandlerOctober 20, 2023

Kenneth Chesebro ATLANTA – Attorney Kenneth Chesebro pleaded guilty in Fulton County Superior Court Friday to illegally participating in an attempt to overturn Georgia’s 2020 presidential election results. Chesebro admitted working with Republican then-President Donald Trump and others to recruit Georgia Republicans to act as “fake” electors in asserting that Trump defeated Democrat Joe Biden

Another Trump Lawyer Pleads Guilty in Georgia Election Case

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceOctober 20, 2023January 7, 2024

Road Work Ahead Sign with traffic

Traffic & Transportation

Road Closures Ahead on I-75 From West Paces Ferry to Northside Parkway

by Kelly PostOctober 20, 2023October 20, 2023

How You Can Help: If you find yourself struggling with interpersonal conflicts or the urge to ghost others you can benefit from seeking professional help or engaging in self-reflection to understand the root causes of their behavior. Those who have been ghosted can also practice self-care, seek support from friends or family, and avoid internalizing feelings of rejection.</p>

Georgia By The Numbers

Atlanta Ranks 4th in the Nation for Being Ghosted

by Hannah Grace HaggardOctober 20, 2023

The Details: Shortly before 8 a.m., police and firefighters were dispatched to an apartment fire in Peachtree Corners. They discovered a 6-year-old boy with multiple stab wounds who was later pronounced dead at the hospital. The child was the only person in the apartment at the time of the fire.

Crime

6-Year-old Child Found With Stab Wounds Amid Apartment Fire in Gwinnett County

by Kelly PostOctober 19, 2023October 19, 2023