This morning, the Georgia Department of Transportation was conducting a routine bridge inspection near U.S. Highway 27 by the old Car Mart when inspectors observed what appeared to be human remains near the waterway. Rome Police Department officers responded to the scene and confirmed the discovery. The area has been secured, and investigators with the […]
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What Do The Lightning Bolts Mean on Lumpkin County Sheriff’s cars?
If you’ve spotted a lightning decal on a Lumpkin County patrol car and wondered what it signals, here’s the strike: each bolt marks a felony arrest by the deputy driving that vehicle. Sheriff Stacy M. Jarrard is reviving an old department tradition and said deputies will earn a lightning bolt decal for every felony arrest. […]
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Browns Bridge Road Closed After Two-Vehicle Crash in Hall County
Morning commuters in Hall County face significant delays after a collision shut down a major thoroughfare. What’s Happening: Browns Bridge Road is completely closed at Fincher Drive following a two-vehicle collision reported at 8:55 a.m. Thursday, according to the Hall County Sheriff’s Office. Officials warn motorists to expect “extended delays” in the area. Why It […]
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Marietta Man Charged After Smashing Smoke Shop Window With Rock
A Marietta resident faces multiple charges after allegedly throwing a rock through a local smoke shop window and making aggressive statements to police during his arrest. What’s Happening: Daryl Lakeith Hackworth was arrested after allegedly shattering the front window of Smoke 41 on Cobb Parkway in the early morning hours of August 8. According to […]
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Who is Running For Office in Roswell?
Anyone hoping to appear on the ballot for Roswell’s upcoming city election has just over a day left to make it official. As of late Wednesday, seven candidates had qualified for the November 4th municipal election—including three incumbents seeking another term. In the race for mayor, incumbent Kurt Wilson has qualified and will face a […]
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Elderly Georgia Man Attacked in His Home
A 77-year-old Cobb County man was brutally assaulted with a piece of wood after confronting an intruder in his bedroom Thursday. What’s Happening: Cobb County Police responded to multiple 911 calls Thursday afternoon reporting what callers initially thought was a pedestrian struck by a vehicle. Officers instead found an elderly man bleeding from head wounds […]
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Body Recovery Underway Near Savannah River in Augusta
Richmond County officials are working to recover what may be a body from the Savannah River near Lock and Dam Road this morning. What’s happening: The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office responded to the 1800 block of Lock and Dam Road at 7:34am after receiving reports of a possible body in the river, according to officials. […]
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21-Year-Old Woman Dies In Cobb County Crash
A two-car crash killed a young driver Tuesday night in West Cobb, police said. The wreck blocked part of Mars Hill Road. What’s Happening: Cobb County police said a red 2018 Chevrolet Silverado and a black 2014 Nissan Sentra entered the Mars Hill Road and Hadaway Road intersection at the same time. Police said the […]
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Perimeter Mall Break-In Ends With Police Shooting
Police say a group broke into Perimeter Mall before dawn, stole a mall security vehicle, and led officers on a short chase. Officers shot one suspect during a confrontation; two others ran and are still missing, according to Dunwoody police. What’s New: Police say the group hit Request Boutique around 3 a.m. and took luxury […]
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No Injuries After SWAT Standoff At Cobb County Home
Deputies say a routine warrant service in southwest Cobb turned into a tense morning at a home off Vinings Retreat Pass that required SWAT team intervention. The sheriff’s office says a family member got out unharmed. A 33-year-old man is in custody. What’s Happening: According to the Cobb County Sheriff’s Office, deputies went to serve […]
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Public Health is Already Underfunded in Georgia. Federal Cuts Are Coming
Anticipating federal cutbacks or funding freezes, Georgia lawmakers held a hearing Wednesday to explore a redesign of the state’s public health system, which protects residents from diseases and offers preventative health care in some places. The state’s public health districts operate under the Department of Public Health. Most of the staff work for local government, […]
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Video: Jailers Use Heimlich To Save Choking Gordon County Inmate
Two Gordon County jailers spotted an inmate choking and not breathing—and moved fast. Their training kicked in, and a quick Heimlich brought the man back. What’s Happening: Between The Lines: Sheriff Mitch Ralston said he was “extremely proud” of the employees’ “calmness in an emergency situation,” their attentiveness, and “swift action which saved a man […]
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No Threat Found After Banks County Primary School Safety Alert
Parents got a scare this morning when Banks County Primary School activated a safety alert after staff spotted two people walking on school grounds. Deputies checked it out, identified the pair, and cleared the scene. 🚔 What’s Happening: According to an official statement from the Banks County Sheriff’s Office, the school activated an alert after […]
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Former Roswell Councilman Steve Dorvee is Running for Mayor
Steve Dorvee is jumping into the race for Roswell mayor, casting his campaign as a reset on tone, transparency and trust at City Hall. The former City Council member qualified this week and went public with his bid, arguing residents deserve more candor and more say before big decisions are made. The announcement came Wednesday […]
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Meet Jones County’s Citizen of The Month for August
Jones County honors a familiar face this month for his steady hand in the community. The Sheriff’s Office has named Anand “Andy” Patel its August Citizen of the Month, crediting the local business owner for his roots in service and community spirit. The recognition was announced Tuesday morning by the agency. Patel came to the […]
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Pumpkin Spice Is Back: Dunkin’ Declares Fall in Georgia
It’s late August, which means Georgia’s leaves are still green, the air is still sticky, and—naturally—pumpkin spice is already back. Dunkin’ flipped the fall switch today, rolling out its seasonal slate nationwide, including Georgia shops, and adding a few sugary stunts to keep your morning moving. A Sip Of Saturday Morning The headliner isn’t pumpkin; […]
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America’s Perfect Salary Revealed
The average American describes the perfect salary as $74,000, according to new research. The survey looked at 2,000 adults’ opinions on the workforce, finding the average amount they’d need to make in order to be happy. While the average response was $74,000 a year, one in five say that making upward of six figures would […]
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How K-9 Dee Helps Gwinnett Police Find Micro-SD Cards in Child Exploitation and Trafficking Cases
The Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office is putting a highly trained K-9 on the front lines of the fight against human trafficking and crimes against children. Sheriff’s officials say their Trafficking and Child Exploitation Unit, known as TRACE, now works with an Electronic Storage Detection dog named Dee. The Sheriff’s Office announced the move Wednesday and […]
