With snow looming in the forecast for Tuesday, Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp has preemptively closed state government offices for Tuesday and is telling all non-essential state employees in the region affected by the storm not to report to work. According to the National Weather Service, rain will begin mixing with and changing into snow across […]
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Suspect in Rockmart homicides arrested in Indiana
A man who is wanted in connection with two double homicides in Rockmart fled Georgia and was taken into custody in Indiana. A manhunt began for 27-year-old Daylon Delon Gamble last week after four victims were found dead at two different locations Jan. 24. According to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation, the U.S. Marshal’s Service’s […]
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North Georgia braces for snow Tuesday
Winter weather is headed for Georgia and could arrive as early as Monday night. While snow is possible, that doesn’t mean it is a certainty and it will depend on what the temperature is when the rain actually starts falling. When will it start?: The National Weather Service has placed a large portion of north […]
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What Georgians Are Reading: Murders, manhunts and miracles
Driving to jail in style: A Gwinnett County man found out his girlfriend was in jail for driving a stolen vehicle. According to police, he hopped into his stolen vehicle and drove down to the jail to bail her out, but instead joined her in her stay. Police found two more stolen cars at their […]
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Southern Roots Festival to feature Food Network Stars, Super Bowl theme
Four Food Network Culinary Divas will join Celebrity Chef Ashley Clay to bring the richness of “Down South” to the forefront during the Southern Roots Festival in Atlanta, as a prelude to the Big Game. The Southern Roots festival will kick off on Jan. 28, and will run until Feb. 3. In conjunction with Southern Roots Festival Creative Director […]
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Several popular Atlanta restaurants will celebrate major milestones this year
Atlanta’s restaurant scene is one of the most robust in the country, with scores of fantastic options and more popping up seemingly every day. In such a competitive environment, keeping the doors open for more than a few months feels like a major accomplishment. In 2019, a handful of the city’s most beloved eateries are […]
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Norcross murder investigation to be featured on new episode of The First 48
On Thursday, Feb. 7, at 8 p.m., the Gwinnett County Police Department will be featured on an episode of The First 48 on A&E. This will be the first time the department has been featured on the show. The episode, called Flashing Colors is episode five of season 18 and covers the investigation of a homicide that […]
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Arrest made in murder of Decatur resident
The DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office Fugitive Unit has arrested a suspect in the Jan. 19, shooting death of Charles Smith on Wyndham Park Circle in Decatur. A warrant was issued on Jan. 20 charging 27 year-old Decatur resident Brandon Tyrone Smith with Felony Murder and alleging that Smith was shot several times and died on […]
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A manhunt is underway for the suspect in two double murders in Rockmart
Four Murder Arrest Warrants have been issued for Daylon Delon Gamble, age 27, after two double homicides Jan. 24. Police say Gamble is considered armed and very dangerous and is actively being sought by local, state and federal authorities. Police are asking anyone who has information about his whereabouts to contact the Rockmart Police Department […]
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Man drives stolen vehicle to jail to bail out his girlfriend
What started as a traffic stop for speeding landed two people in jail and led to the recovery of four stolen vehicles. On Jan. 22, an officer assigned to the Gwinnett County Police Department’s Motorcycle Unit stopped a driver who was believed to be speeding. After making contact with the driver, the officer discovered that […]
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Stockbridge Dwarf House to close temporarily. Will re-open with new look and new name
After being open for more than 26 years, the Stockbridge Dwarf House at 3649 Highway 138 SE will close its doors for a brief period to undergo a complete renovation bringing the chain’s newest restaurant design and an increased capacity to a new, more convenient design for guests – all the while still providing the same full-service […]
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The Public Record: Stacey Abrams sides with Saints in Falcon country
Football is serious business in the South. College football more-so than the NFL, but with the Super Bowl taking place in Atlanta this year, a former candidate for governor giving a hat tip to a rival football team is sure to raise more than a few eyebrows. The Setting: Stacey Abrams was speaking in Albany […]
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A record number of volunteers turned out for Dunwoody’s MLK Jr. Day of Service
Monday’s cold weather didn’t stop a record number of dedicated volunteers from showing up at Dunwoody’s Brook Run Park for the annual MLK Jr. Day of Service. The city reports that more than 500 volunteers braved unusually cold weather to give back to their community through the City of Dunwoody’s MLK Jr. Day of Service […]
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Georgia Official to Insurance Companies: Go easy on federal employees during the government shutdown
As the shutdown of the federal government continues, Georgia’s insurance commissioner is asking insurance companies in the state to play nice with federal employees who may be late on their premiums due to not getting paid. Insurance Commissioner Jim Beck has issued a directive to all licensed insurance companies urging them to exercise leniency in such cases. […]
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Five indicted in death of Macon teen
Bibb County grand jurors voted to indict five people on murder charges Tuesday in the October fatal shooting of 16-year-old Kendrick Darnell Davis. Cortavius Hassan Ates, 20, Eric Bowden, 17, Demarkis Jamichael Hammonds, 19, Jamon Deshon Jackson, 18, and Troy Jackson, 16, each are charged with one count of felony murder, according to an indictment […]
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Tin Drum Asian Kitchen is coming to Decatur
Known for its fresh and bold take on Asia’s greatest hits and an urban-inspired atmosphere, Tin Drum Asian Kitchen is opening its newest location in Decatur with a grand opening celebration for the community on Saturday, Feb. 9. The restaurant is located next to Whole Foods 365 at 1565 Church Street and is welcoming guests with an […]
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Citing concerns about the Super Bowl, Atlanta City Council is urging Donald Trump and Congress to end the government shutdown
The Atlanta City Council is urging President Donald J. Trump and members of the U.S. Congress to immediately re-open the federal government. At the Tuesday full council meeting, council member Jennifer Ide introduced a resolution calling for the re-opening. The resolution notes that the shutdown affects the overall economic growth of the U.S. and calls […]
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Here’s how you can find out more about Gwinnett County’s proposed MARTA referendum
Gwinnett County residents will go to the polls March 19 to vote on a contract with MARTA for the provision of expanded transit services. If the referendum passes, Gwinnett’s transit system and services will expand based on Gwinnett’s plan and its contract with MARTA. The expansion will be funded through a one-cent sales tax for transit. The contract […]
