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The Gist: Two Norcross teenagers, Salvador Ruiz Gonzalez and Andy Antonio-Herrera, have been arrested by the Gwinnett County Police Department in connection with the shooting death of 18-year-old Andres David Buitrago Castillo.

Crime

Two Charged in Slaying of 18-year-old at Norcross Apartment Complex

by Thom ChandlerAugust 4, 2023October 10, 2023

The Gist: Got plans to hit I-675 this weekend? You might want to reconsider. A concrete slab rehabilitation project in Clayton, DeKalb, and Henry counties is setting the stage for lane closures along this stretch of the interstate, affecting 10 miles from I-75 to I-285.

Traffic & Transportation

Lane Closures on I-675 in Clayton, DeKalb, and Henry Counties This Weekend

by Thom ChandlerAugust 4, 2023October 10, 2023

Beautiful historic, traditional home in Marietta, Georgia

Georgia By The Numbers

Georgia Emerges as a Hotspot for Home Sales. See how the state ranked

by Thom ChandlerAugust 4, 2023August 4, 2023

Residents in unincorporated Cherokee County dealing with the aftermath of the recent storm now have an additional disposal option. The Georgia Environmental Protection Division has agreed to lift the burn ban until October 1, providing a method for eliminating vegetative storm debris.

Burn Ban Lifted in Cherokee County to Help with Storm Debris

by Thom ChandlerAugust 4, 2023October 10, 2023

Noah Popp, a junior at Sequoyah High School in Cherokee County, has garnered the $5,000 Student Scoreboard Scholarship from Formetco Sports. Popp's innovative use of the company's video LED scoreboard technology at football games and other events has not only bagged him the financial boost, but also a consultancy role with the firm.

Sequoyah High School Junior Nets Impressive Scholarship for Innovative Scoreboard Skills

by Thom ChandlerAugust 4, 2023August 4, 2023

The federal indictment accusing Donald Trump of trying to stay in power after losing the 2020 presidential election includes detailed accusations of Trump and his alleged co-conspirators’ pressure on individual state officials.

Your Government

What part do Georgia’s fake electors play in the Trump Jan. 6 indictment?

by Jacob Fischler | Georgia RecorderAugust 4, 2023

ATLANTA -- A trio of men impersonated law enforcement officers during an armed robbery at Spring Spa, in Northeast Atlanta.

Crime

Three men impersonating police officers rob Atlanta spa

by Thom ChandlerAugust 3, 2023August 3, 2023

Saturday, the much-awaited A-Town Music Fest makes a triumphant return with local rap legend T.I. leading the pack.

T.I. Will Headline the A-Town Music Fest

by Thom ChandlerAugust 3, 2023October 10, 2023

Rick Dunn ATLANTA – Stage agencies will get to ask for more money next year for the first time since fiscal 2020. Rick Dunn, director of the Governor’s Office of Planning and Budget (OPB), informed state agency heads in a memo Wednesday that they will be allowed to request spending “enhancements” of up to 3%

Representing You

State agencies in Georgia would like to spend more money

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceAugust 3, 2023August 3, 2023

ATLANTA – Eight former state employees have been indicted on charges of unemployment insurance fraud allegedly committed during the COVID-19 pandemic. The indictments, handed up last week in Fulton County, accuse the eight defendants of filing false unemployment claims with the Georgia Department of Labor while they were working for the state. “Government employees are

Crime

Former State of Georgia employees charged with unemployment insurance fraud

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceAugust 3, 2023August 3, 2023

Police Car Lights

News You Can Use

When Should You Call 911?

by Thom ChandlerAugust 3, 2023October 10, 2023

DeKalb County District Attorney Sherry Boston ATLANTA – Four Georgia district attorneys filed a lawsuit Wednesday challenging the constitutionality of controversial legislation the General Assembly passed this year creating an oversight board for local prosecutors. Senate Bill 92 cleared the Republican-controlled legislature in March largely along party lines. The bill created the eight-member Prosecuting Attorneys

Your Government

Four local prosecutors are suing Georgia. Here’s why

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceAugust 2, 2023

PlayHop, a children's learning platform hosted on YouTube, has announced a new addition to its educational repertoire -- a fun and informative bus safety video.

Georgia mom launches bus safety video to help students head back to school

by Thom ChandlerAugust 2, 2023August 2, 2023

The Gist: Georgia residents are showing up in a big way for small businesses. According to a recent study by Skynova, the Peach State ranks fourth in the nation for resident support of small businesses, and third in the South.

Georgia Residents Support Small Businesses More Than Most States

by Thom ChandlerAugust 2, 2023October 10, 2023

The Report: Framing the conversation around the ever-increasing average student loan debt that is now at a staggering $37,000 per borrower, WalletHub cast a broad net to identify the friendliest and unfriendliest states for those dealing with student loans. Their comparative analysis looked at the 50 states and the District of Columbia using 12 key metrics, with data ranging from the average student debt to the unemployment rate for the 25 to 34 age group, and even considered the percentage of students with past-due loan balances.

How big of a problem is student loan debt in Georgia?

by Thom ChandlerAugust 2, 2023August 2, 2023

Putnam County is renowned for Lake Oconee, a sprawling body of water that provides recreation and stunning views. However, many people might not know that Lake Oconee is actually Georgia's second-largest lake.

6 Things You Didn’t Know About Putnam County

by Thom ChandlerAugust 1, 2023August 1, 2023

What Happened?: According to Putnam County Sheriff Howard Sills, Hailey Brooke Hayes, age 22, was driving a 2018 Honda Civic in the wrong direction on the highway, heading south in the northbound lanes.

Traffic & Transportation

Tragic Crash in Putnam County Kills 5 People Including 2 Children. What We Know

by Thom ChandlerAugust 1, 2023October 10, 2023

Three unidentified people are currently sought for questioning in connection to a bank card fraud incident that occurred at the Augusta-based Sam's store, located on Bobby Jones Expressway.

Crime

Three Men Wanted for Questioning in Bank Card Fraud Case at Augusta Sam’s Store

by Thom ChandlerAugust 1, 2023October 10, 2023

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