Gwinnett Woman Hits Fire Rescue Truck, Drives Off — Then Opens Her Door to...
A 25-year-old woman thought driving away from a crash would be the end of it. The Gwinnett County Police had other plans. According to the Gwinnett County Police social media page, on March 26, officers responded to a hit-and-run accident involving a Gwinnett County Fire rescue vehicle. The driver, Ayanna Bryson, got out of her car, looked at the damage...
‘You like Jordans?’ Sandy Springs officer’s kind gesture caught on camera
A simple act of kindness by a Sandy Springs police officer is gaining attention after it was captured on body camera video.
Metro Atlanta school districts increase bonuses to employees
ATLANTA - Several school districts across metro Atlanta are increasing the number of employees set to receive bonuses in the coming months to ensure support staff are not left behind. What we know:. The Georgia Association of Educators says the bonuses provided by Gov. Brian Kemp's amended budget only cover...
New Funwoody restaurant, World Cup Popsicle flavors and more from Atlanta’s food scene
A new European-style tea room opened, Atlanta's airport was recognized for its food, a Buckhead espresso bar has closed and more.
Metro Atlanta roadway to honor soldier who died on duty
The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners will hold a memorial road dedication ceremony on April 20 at 11 a.m. to honor Spc. Zachary Steele. A portion of Pilgrim Mill Road will be designated as the “SPC Zachary Evan Steele Memorial Road.” The ceremony will take place at the intersection of Aquatic Circle, Bronze Oak Way and Pilgrim Mill Road. The dedication pays tribute to...
Atlanta Benz Owners Say Their Luxury SUVs Suddenly Went Up in Flames
Two Metro Atlanta Mercedes owners say their SUVs suddenly caught fire without warning, one while in motion and another minutes after pulling into a doctor's office. Both owners say the company inspected at least one of the vehicles and reported finding no defect, even as dozens of other drivers have reported similar blazes.
Gwinnett inmate threatens to kill probation officer after release, deputies say
An inmate is facing new charges after allegedly making a death threat against a probation officer during a jail phone call.
Man accused of strangling woman arrested after SWAT standoff in Cobb neighborhood
A man is in custody following an hours-long SWAT standoff, according to police.
Community honors ‘sweet’ teens lost in Florida highway wreck
FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. - A tight-knit Forsyth County school community is mourning after three students died Monday when their car ran off a Florida highway and hit several trees. The crash claimed the lives of 18-year-old Jackson Mobley, 17-year-old Jaylyn Fehr, and 16-year-old Charlotte Martin. Florida authorities said the teens were traveling through Franklin County when their car...
No injuries reported after DeKalb County apartment fire
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — No injuries were reported after an apartment fire in DeKalb County Friday night, according to officials. Officials said the fire happened at 4282 E. Ponce De Leon Ave. in Clarkston. Firefighters said the fire started in the kitchen of an apartment and the...
