3 from metro Atlanta charged with fraud involving about $1.6M in COVID-19 funds
The indictment alleges that the defendants submitted fabricated tax filings and loan applications containing false information to obtain the COVID-19 relief loans.
Woman arrested, accused of stealing taxi at gunpoint in Gwinnett County, police say
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - A woman was arrested after allegedly stealing a taxi in Gwinnett County, according to Norcross police. Marleni Escamilla Morgad, 31, faces charges of kidnapping, hijacking a motor vehicle, armed robbery and driving with a suspended or revoked license. She is being held in Gwinnett...
181 Delaney Pine Dr, Waleska, GA 30183
Nestled in the heart of Cherokee County is Lake Arrowhead, a private gated and manned mountain, lake and golfing community. The community is centered around the iconic 540 acre Spring Fed Lake, and has been honored with the prestigious “America’s 100 Best Places to Live” by Ideal Living Magazine and Top Master...
Horseback adventures await in North Georgia Mountains
Sunny Farms North offers guided horseback tours suitable for all experience levels, including young children, with a variety of horse breeds available. The property, operated by the Gabriel family for nearly 60 years, features a four-mile trail through mountains and creeks, with rides available on weekends by...
Cherokee County service dog could win national award
CHEROKEE COUNTY, Ga. - The Cherokee County District Attorney's Office's service dog, Parker, is in the running for a national title. What we know: — Parker is one of five semi-finalists for the 2025 American Humane Hero Dog Awards. He's running in the emerging hero and shelter dog category. Parker faces dogs from New...
Door-to-door scam reported in Lumpkin County
The Lumpkin County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) is warning area residents of a scam going around involving door-to-door methods. According to the department, there is an individual going door-to-door pretending to be with DirecTV. “Please be aware that legitimate representatives will always have proper identification and...
New school year brings new cellphone rules for Forsyth County students
A new policy, approved by the Forsyth School Board, requires students to put away their phones and other devices during instructional time.
Arrest at Pickens Junior High after construction worker tries to enter campus after hours
Pedro Nicholas-Pedro was arrested after attempting to enter Pickens Junior High School post-dismissal, claiming he needed to use a phone inside. He was charged with loitering, prowling, and obstruction of a law enforcement officer; he was unarmed during the incident. The incident underscores the importance of...
Man allegedly steals truck, leads chase through Hall that left another driver dead
A pursuit of an allegedly stolen vehicle led to a chase through Hall County that reportedly left another driver dead Wednesday afternoon. Gainesville Police Department officials confirmed Thursday morning that they received reports late Wednesday afternoon of a pickup truck being stolen from the Hardy Chevrolet...
Inside GloRilla’s Arrest That Has Fans & Lawmakers Demanding Justice | TSR Investigates
Last month, Georgia authorities received a call reporting an in-progress burglary at GloRilla‘s home in Forsyth County. However, the ordeal took a surprising turn with Glo being placed behind bars. What happened, and why did Forsyth County officers turn the focus on the rapper?Now, The Shade Room’s Justin Carter is...