Canton police asking for help finding missing teen
The Canton Police Department is asking for the public’s help finding a missing 13-year-old who was last seen Saturday night. Jose Antonio Chairez, 13, was discovered to be missing from his home at about 6:23 a.m. Dec. 21, Canton PD reports. His stepmother reported that he was last seen at about 9:30 p.m. the night...
GGC grad from North Gwinnett High turns hands-on learning into an academic career
The beauty of a collegiate journey lies in the opportunity to discover one’s passions and turn them into a purposeful career. For McKenzie Preston, ’16, that journey began after graduating from North Gwinnett High School and spending his first year of college elsewhere before transferring to Georgia Gwinnett College,...
The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill expands to Duluth
In mid-December, The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill opened its newest location – and third in the state of Georgia – at 1950 Satellite Blvd in the Sugarloaf Center in Duluth. A fast-casual restaurant known for its authentic, fresh Mediterranean cuisine, The Great Greek in Duluth is owned and operated by Ayub...
Gwinnett County SWAT Standoff Ends Peacefully After Neighbor Dispute
A tense situation in Gwinnett County ended safely Saturday evening after police resolved a standoff sparked by a neighbor dispute. What’s Happening: Police say a dispute between neighbors near Belvaird Drive and Sugarloaf Parkway escalated into gunfire. Officers with the Eastside Precinct said the suspect fired...
Gainesville wife grieving after husband shot to death with his dog at park
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Terry Loden’s wife, Cheryle said the two had been walking their dogs together — like they do every afternoon on Sunday — so she was right by his side when he was killed in a shooting incident. “When he fell,...
Grayson man gets 80-year prison sentence for robbery-turned-murder
A 20-year-old gang member from Grayson, who goes by the name "Draino" on the streets, will be in jail until he is 100-years-old after he was convicted on murder, racketeering and a long list of other charges in connection with the death of another man during an attempted drug heist earlier this year. A jury found...
Atlanta icon T.I. set to release comedy special, prepares for comedy shows in Alpharetta
As T.I. brings jokes at his upcoming comedy shows and on his new comedy special, he proves he’s joking on stage, but he’s not playing. He remains very serious about his craft. In a recent conversation, T.I. opened up about his passion for comedy, music, and community outreach. He is preparing for five upcoming comedy...
Family held captive in nail salon; employee accused of grabbing child, locking them in
A mother says she was held captive with her children inside a Gwinnett County nail salon. Now, an employee there is facing felony charges.
Offset Returns to Norcross for Fourth Annual Toys 4 The Nawf Christmas Charity
GRAMMY-nominated artist, fashion innovator, and philanthropist Offset returned to his hometown of Norcross in Gwinnett County, Georgia, for the fourth annual Toys 4 The Nawf Christmas Charity, continuing a tradition rooted in service and family legacy. Presented alongside the Ann Cephus Family Fund Corporation, the...
Hall County fire destroys house, displaces 5 people
The Hall County Fire Rescue Department said a fire on Sunday night destroyed a house.
