UCB to build $2 billion biologics manufacturing facility in Gwinnett
In March, UCB announced its selection of Gwinnett County as the site of its first U.S. pharmaceutical biologics manufacturing facility. At a planned $2 billion investment, this is the largest capital investment in Gwinnett County’s history. It is expected to generate 1,000 temporary construction jobs, more than 330 permanent jobs, and an estimated $5 billion in total economic impact.
Motorcade honors life of Dacula’s Judge Deborah Fluker
Superior court judge, Deborah Fluker, passed away from pancreatic cancer. The community honors her memory and legacy as the first African American female municipal court judge in the city of Dacula. Before taking the bench, Judge Fluker served in multiple prosecutorial roles, including as an Assistant District Attorney in Hall, DeKalb and Gwinnett counties.
I Rent Out My Home by the Hour—and You Might’ve Seen It on TV
She built a dream home in Georgia that she couldn't sell. Now, she rents it out by the hour and pays off her mortgage while doing it.
Woman suffers minor injuries after being shot in Decatur, police say
DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. — Police in DeKalb County are investigating a shooting that left a woman injured on the early morning hours of Saturday. Officers received the call about the shooting at a home located on the 2000 block of Castlegate Terrace. When they arrived, they found a woman with a minor injury.
This Georgia Restaurant Proves You Don’t Need To Spend Big For A Great Steak
There is a specific kind of friend who insists on dragging you somewhere with zero context, just a vague promise that it will be worth it and a look on their face that dares you to argue. I have learned over the years to trust that friend, because every single...
Two hate speech incidents reported at Decatur High
DECATUR, Ga. — Two separate incidents of hate symbols and graffiti were found at Decatur High School this month, prompting school administrators to investigate further. The first incident occurred April 20 when a class was participating in a chalk art assignment to explore creativity, DHS Principal Duane Sprull said in a letter to parents.
Tree crashes through DeKalb County home during overnight storms
DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. — A woman woke up in the middle of the night to her ceiling crashing down and her dogs running for their lives after storms brought down a massive tree on top of her home. Security video captured the moment the tree split the DeKalb County...
Metro Atlanta city considers parking permits for residents
During weekends, parking in commercial areas near restaurants and shops often fill up. Visitors then seek free parking on residential streets nearby, denying residents parking spaces near their homes.
Driver takes off after hitting DeKalb County school bus with students on board
Police are searching for a driver who hit a DeKalb County school bus and fled the scene. No injuries reported among students.
Helping Clients Create Peace of Mind
After years as a prosecutor in Gwinnett County, Amina Bakari-Green felt drawn to a different kind of legal work where she could help individuals and families proactively safeguard their future. She launched ABG Legal to guide clients through estate planning and probate with clarity and confidence. From her offices in...

















