Crime & Emergencies in ...
A federal appeals court upheld a ruling that Houston County discriminated against a transgender deputy by denying coverage for her gender-affirming surgery, affirming the Civil Rights Act protections.
A Glynn County woman, Tabitha Dobi, was sentenced to 33 months in prison for defrauding her employer of $251K and was ordered to repay the stolen funds.
Community & Society in ...
Marietta is seeking nominations for Grand Marshal for its Let Freedom Ring Parade on July 4th, an individual who has notably impacted the city's life.
Fayetteville receives a $160,000 ARC grant to enhance downtown walkability and local charm through the 'Moving Fayetteville Forward' initiative, aiming to create vibrant public spaces and an Arts District.
Paulding County will close all government offices on May 27, 2024, for Memorial Day and will resume services on May 28. The closure allows employees to participate in observances.
A Georgia State Trooper fatally shot Jason Scott Fletcher during a high-speed chase related to mail theft complaints. The GBI is investigating the incident that occurred in Roopville.
Glenn Smithson was sentenced to life for drug trafficking in Gwinnett County while Jorge Rodriguez Martinez was convicted for meth trafficking in Atlanta.
Sgt. Eva Roby surprised her son Malik Heard at the University of West Georgia graduation after serving in Kosovo.
A woman was injured in an Atlanta shooting and taken to hospital; police are investigating without a suspect yet.
An Uber driver, Le'Myrious Monaye Dawson, faces charges including rape and burglary in Sandy Springs after assaulting a woman he drove home. He was arrested with the victim's stolen items found in his car.
A coordinated law enforcement effort led to the arrest of a Hiawassee man for a series of burglaries and the theft of over 20 guns, also implicating his spouse in related crimes.
Two people died, one injured in a Barrow County shooting; the perpetrator then committed suicide. The Sheriff urged community support, and the investigation continues.
Politics & Govt in ...
The Georgia Republican Party removed its first vice chairman Brian K. Pritchard for voting illegally, reflecting its commitment to election law enforcement.