Gwinnett County Nonprofit Burglarized, Over $10K in Damages at Buford Thrift Store
A faith-based nonprofit in Gwinnett County, known for its philanthropic work, recently fell victim to burglary, with their thrift store being targeted by an unidentified suspect. The North Gwinnett Co-Op, which runs the Second Blessings Thrift Store in Buford, had its premises breached around 6:30 a.m. on a Tuesday,...
Beloved Lilburn skate rink closes its doors after 40 years
Skate Along, a beloved skating rink in Lilburn, is closing its doors after more than 40 years, with its final skate taking place tonight.
INK ready for “soft opening” of new Oakwood location
A Hall County museum for children is ready to hold what it is calling a soft opening for its new location in Oakwood this coming week. Interative Neighborhood for Kids, or "INK," recently closed its location in Gainesville in preparation for the construction of a new location in downtown Oakwood. The plans for the...
Man charged with murder after person found dead at Norcross townhome
Officers were called to the BP off Campbellton Road at around 5:30 a.m., where they found the victim with gunshot wounds. The 16-year-old was taken to the hospital, where he is expected to recover. 5K event set to honor Roswell officer killed in action. Updated: 6 hours ago. Officer Jeremy...
Dawson County officials report missing 15-year-old girl found safe
The Dawson County Sheriff's Office's Facebook page posted that 15-year-old Eriana Torres was safely located on Saturday. The Dawson County Sheriff’s Office posted a Be On the Lookout for Eriana Torres, 15, who was last seen at 1 a.m. Saturday. Torres is 5 feet tall and 90 to 100...
22-year-old Pickens County man accused of attacking person with lead pipe
PICKENS COUNTY, Ga. — The Pickens County Sheriff’s Office says a man is in custody for attacking someone with a lead pipe. The attack happened on Friday morning, according to the sheriff’s office and they issued a BOLO for Chandler Blackwell, 22. Blackwell was in custody sometime...
Forsyth Co. detectives arrest two in million-dollar counterfeit merchandise bust
Two people were arrested Friday in Forsyth County amid an investigation into counterfeit merchandise and trademark infringements. A social media post by the Forsyth County Sheriff's Office Friday afternoon said investigators executed search warrants at various locations across the county, including a retail location...
Search Continues for Georgia Teen Missing for Over a Year
CUMMING, Ga. — Authorities and advocacy groups are continuing the search for a Georgia teen who has been missing for more than a year. Isaiah Jesus Rico, 17, was reported missing on August 15, 2024, from the Cumming area, according to the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC).
Georgia Man Sentenced To 7 Years For Meth, Illegal Weapons, And Moonshine Operation
A Cherokee County man, dubbed “Cheese,” has been sentenced to more than seven years in federal prison after authorities uncovered a dangerous mix of drugs, illegal weapons, and a moonshine still on his property. A multi-agency investigation has led to the sentencing of Michael Ferrell Price, 68, of...
Moonshiner known as ‘Cheese’ found in shed with 150+ guns, explosives
A Georgia man was sentenced to federal prison for drug trafficking and illegal possession of firearms and explosives.
