Georgia Mother Arrested After 11-Year-Old Found Stabbed, Cleaned and Propped Upright in Recliner
SANDY SPRINGS, GEORGIA — A Georgia mother has been arrested on multiple felony charges after police discovered her 11-year-old daughter stabbed to death and “cleaned and positioned” upright in a recliner inside their condominium. Authorities say the mother admitted responsibility, telling officers, “I happened.”....
UPDATE: Forsyth firefighter gets living kidney from sister
A powerful update on a FOX 5 story from May as veteran Forsyth County firefighter Chris Stancel has found a living kidney donor — his sister. FOX 5's Kevyn Stewart has the story.
Man found guilty of murdering woman in ‘domestic dispute,’ Gwinnett County DA says
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — A man has been found guilty of murdering a woman during a “domestic dispute” in 2022, according to the Gwinnett County District Attorney. The district attorney said Edward Rodley Smith, Jr., 39, shot and killed 33-year-old Breana Marie Rogers on Oct....
Vintage Market Days to set up shop at Gwinnett County Fairgrounds
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — If you love unique home decor, homemade goods or exploring one-of-a-kind treasures, then we’ve got just the event for you!. Vintage Market Days is back and setting up shop at the Gwinnett County Fairgrounds this weekend. Lara Landinez came to Atlanta News First to talk about the...
Hall County Sheriff’s Office arrests brothers in armed robbery case
GAINESVILLE, GA – The Hall County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) announced Tuesday the arrest of two Gainesville brothers in connection with an armed robbery that occurred in early November on Skelton Road. Santiago Morales Villalobos, 27, and his twin brother, Fredik Morales Villalobos, both of Gainesville, were...
Raid in Gwinnett County causes unease
A late-night law enforcement operation at a Lilburn-area strip mall sparked confusion and fear among Hispanic residents who rushed to the scene believing it might be an immigration raid.
Kidnapped from his home, father found shot 17 times with hands duct taped together...
SNELLVILLE, Ga. — What happened to a 28-year-old Gwinnett County father back in July unfolded in just a few violent hours, beginning inside his home and ending in a church parking lot miles away. Oscar Cruz was taken from his house on Gin Blossom Circle around 1 a.m. on...
Masked officers raid Lilburn-area plaza, sparking community concern
GWINNETT COUNTY, Ga. - A late-night law enforcement operation at a Lilburn-area strip mall sparked confusion and fear among Hispanic residents who rushed to the scene believing it might be an immigration raid. What we know:. Unmarked vehicles and officers wearing masks and ballistic vests arrived at the Indian Trail...
Where are seniors most comfortable in Georgia? World Atlas names this town best for...
A Georgia community is earning national attention after World Atlas named it one of the most comfortable towns in the South for seniors in 2025. The ranking highlights the town’s blend of affordability, accessibility, and small-town charm, making it an appealing place for older adults seeking both comfort and...
UPDATE: Acworth man found guilty of murdering firefighter, wife
MARIETTA — Matthew Lanz of Acworth was convicted Thursday of murdering his neighbors, a Cherokee County firefighter and his wife. Cobb Superior Judge Sonja Brown found Lanz, 26, guilty of fatally shooting Cherokee firefighter Justin Hicks and his wife Amber, both 31, in their home on the night of Nov. 17, 2021. The...

















